Absorn Thai Bistro
If Jay Fai's queue has beaten you or Thipsamai is shut, walk on to Mahachai Road and eat here instead. This is straightforward Old City Thai cooking, done with care and priced like a neighbourhood place rather than a landmark, with pad krapow going for as little as 59 baht.
The dishes people come back for are the green curry fried rice, the crab omelette, the cashew stir fry with prawns, deep fried shrimp and the spring rolls. Order the coconut ice cream if you can still manage it. Staff have a habit of flagging when something is properly spicy before it lands, which I appreciate more than I can say, and complimentary banana chips, small side dishes and hot water tend to turn up without being asked for. The room is calm rather than showy, and the service is the warm, attentive kind.
Kitchen runs 09:30 to 23:30 every day, so it covers a late breakfast, a proper dinner, or a plate of something after a long afternoon around the temples.
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Reviews from Google
A great experience in Bangkok. The food here is high-level Thai cuisine, beautifully prepared and full of authentic flavors. Everything we tried was excellent and very fresh. The staff are incredibly kind, welcoming, and attentive. Highly recommended if you want to enjoy quality Thai food in a friendly atmosphere.
Highly recommend! We had the sweet & sour chicken, green curry fired rice, deep fried shrimp and spring rolls. All were delicious! The waitress even reminded us that the curry was spicy which is always helpful. We then had their homemade coconut icecream which was delicious!
If classic tourist hot spots like Jay Fai or Thipsamai are closed, this restaurant is worth checking out! With their Pad Krapow on sale for 59 baht to their yummy Pad Thai and Crab Omelette. You’d definitely leave this place full plus they also gave us a complimentary ice cream. Their complimentary banana chips is also good!
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Absorn Thai Bistro: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Absorn Thai Bistro worth visiting?
Absorn Thai Bistro holds a 4.9★ rating from 3,089 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Absorn Thai Bistro?
Absorn Thai Bistro is typically open 09:30-23:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Absorn Thai Bistro?
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 Absorn Thai Bistro located?
Absorn Thai Bistro is at 232 - 240 Mahachai Road Sumranrath 232 Maha Chai Rd, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
Location Info
232 - 240 Mahachai Road Sumranrath 232 Maha Chai Rd, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand+66 83 892 3991www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077371885500Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
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One dish, done obsessively: pad thai wrapped in a thin omelette, worth the queue at least once.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter