Jodd Fairs Ratchada
Bangkok's most popular food night market, three minutes from MRT Thailand Cultural Centre Exit 4, free to enter and open every night from 17:00 to 01:00. Bring cash or a Thai QR app.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 17:00–01:00
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Finding your way around Jodd Fairs Ratchada
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Getting there and around
- MRT Thailand Cultural Centre (Blue Line), Exit 4. The market is about 100 m away, a three-minute walk.
- The address is 129 Ratchadaphisek Road in Din Daeng. A Grab back to Sukhumvit costs about ฿80–120.
Details
- Address
- 129 Thanon Ratchadaphisek, Khwaeng Din Daeng, Khet Din Daeng, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 92 713 5599
- Website
- www.facebook.com/JoddFairs
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Why go, and how to do it well
Eat first, shop second. This is a food market that happens to sell clothes and accessories on the side, with a dozen-plus full-size open-air restaurants doing seafood and grilled meats, the famous volcano pork ribs, and stalls running through Thai classics, fruit, desserts and the odd snack that'll test your nerve. It's smaller than some of Bangkok's sprawling night markets, which I count as a point in its favor. Clean, tightly organized, and you can cover the whole thing without your feet giving up.
The communal seating sits at the front and it goes fast. Reviewers turning up around 18:00 have found nothing free at all, so the workaround is to buy a drink and walk the lanes with it. A can of Chang runs about 50 baht. Anyone who came years ago for handmade crafts should adjust expectations, because it has shifted toward an outdoor-mall feel, and a few stalls price themselves accordingly. Weekends get loud and littered.
Entry is free, and the market opens at 17:00 every day and runs to 01:00, so a late arrival after 21:00 is a genuinely calmer visit than the dinner crush. Take the MRT Blue Line to Thailand Cultural Centre and use Exit 4. The market is about 100 m away, a three-minute walk. Most stalls take cash or a Thai QR payment and rarely a foreign card, so bring baht. The market's Facebook page is where vendor and event updates go up.
If you've read about two Jodd Fairs, that's out of date. The original opened in 2021 behind Central Plaza Grand Rama 9 and has closed, and this Ratchada site took over from November 2024. A second branch, Jodd Fairs DanNeramit on Phahonyothin Road, changed its name and then closed in 2025, and the grounds now run as a different night market. So Jodd Fairs today means this one on Ratchadaphisek Road.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Jodd Fairs Ratchada is a fantastic night market and a great place to experience Bangkok’s street food culture. There is a huge variety of food stalls offering everything from classic Thai dishes and seafood to fresh fruit, desserts and some more unusual snacks for adventurous visitors. The atmosphere is lively and colorful, with music, lights and a lot of locals and tourists enjoying the evening. Prices are very reasonable and it’s easy to try many different dishes while walking through the market. There are also small bars and seating areas where you can relax with a drink. If you want to experience an authentic Bangkok night market with great food and a vibrant atmosphere, Jodd Fairs Ratchada is definitely worth visiting.
Jodd fair market is a nice stop. Nothing better than walking around at night with brightly lit stalls. Many small foods, snacks. There are over 12 full sized open air restaurants offering seafood and meats. Smaller than some markets. But very clean and organized.
I first visited Jodd Fair back in 2017 (yes, a long time ago!). At that time, it was one of the best night markets to explore — full of handmade crafts and authentic Thai food. Fast forward to 2025, the market has transformed into a more modern outdoor mall-style space. The atmosphere feels different: lively but also very crowded. Some food stalls are quite expensive, and unfortunately, a few tourists don’t manage their garbage properly or talk far too loudly (EWH!) After sampling several dishes, we headed straight back to the hotel. Food we managed to try : 1. Pad Thai – 4/5 Mid-size portion, decent and satisfying. 2. Salmon Soy Salad – 5/5 A highlight! Fresh, flavorful, and surprisingly cheap at only 100 baht 💰. 3. Thai Tea – 3/5 Refreshing, but not the best version I’ve had.
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129 Thanon Ratchadaphisek, Khwaeng Din Daeng, Khet Din Daeng, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand
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Jodd Fairs Ratchada: Frequently Asked Questions
Are there two Jodd Fairs in Bangkok?
Not any more. The original behind Central Plaza Grand Rama 9 has closed and this Ratchada site took over from November 2024. Jodd Fairs DanNeramit on Phahonyothin Road changed its name, closed in 2025, and its grounds now run as a different night market.
What time does Jodd Fairs Ratchada open?
Every day from 17:00 to 01:00, by the market's own account. Arriving after 21:00 is calmer than the dinner rush.
Is Jodd Fairs free, and do they take cards?
Entry is free. Most stalls take cash or a Thai QR payment and rarely a foreign card, so bring baht.
Is Jodd Fairs worth it?
For food, yes. It's compact, clean and full of seafood restaurants and grill stalls. If you want crafts or vintage, Chatuchak at the weekend is the better trip.
When is the best time to visit Jodd Fairs Ratchada?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Jodd Fairs Ratchada located?
Jodd Fairs Ratchada is at 129 Thanon Ratchadaphisek, Khwaeng Din Daeng, Khet Din Daeng, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10400, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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