Cheaper & Better Street Food
The name tells you the pitch, and the pitch is fair enough: Thai street food at street food prices, cooked properly, in a soi off Silom. No styling, no fusion, no menu written for people who've never eaten Thai food before. If you want a room with atmosphere, this isn't it. If you want to eat well for very little in one of the pricier parts of Bangkok, it's exactly the sort of place I'd point you to.
What I like about it is the run of hours. Noon to 11pm, every day, so it works for a late lunch when you've got the afternoon free, a dinner you didn't plan, or a plate of something after a few drinks on Silom. That flexibility matters more than people think in a city where plenty of the good kitchens shut when they feel like it. Come mid-afternoon or later in the evening if you'd rather not queue behind the office crowd.
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Experience hints
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Cheaper & Better Street Food: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheaper & Better Street Food worth visiting?
Cheaper & Better Street Food holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,658 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Cheaper & Better Street Food?
Cheaper & Better Street Food is typically open 12:00-23:00 — 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.
How expensive is Cheaper & Better Street Food?
Cheaper & Better Street Food is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Cheaper & Better Street Food?
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 Cheaper & Better Street Food located?
Cheaper & Better Street Food is at 57, 89 Soi Silom 20, Khwaeng Suriya Wong, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
Location Info
57, 89 Soi Silom 20, Khwaeng Suriya Wong, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand+66 83 817 4446www.facebook.com/cheaperbetter.streetfood?mibextid=ZbWKwLVisitor 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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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