Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice
The pink-shirted khao man gai champions of Pratunam — Michelin-listed Hainanese chicken rice that turned a street stall into a Bangkok institution.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 15:00–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
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.
Details
- Phone
- 02 252 6325
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Why go, and how to do it well
Go-Ang is the reason 'pink chicken rice' means something in Bangkok. The Pratunam stall whose staff uniforms gave it its nickname grew into a Michelin-recognized institution serving one of the city's definitive plates of khao man gai — silky poached chicken over rice cooked in the poaching broth, with a gingery-chilli sauce that regulars would defend physically. The formula is Hainanese immigrant cooking perfected over decades and priced like the street food it never stopped being; a plate and a bowl of broth costs less than a Skytrain day pass.
The Pratunam shop is bright, brisk and built for turnover — order, sit, eat, marvel, leave — and the line of office workers, tourists and taxi drivers is its own recommendation. It makes an ideal fast lunch beside the Pratunam market maze and a short hop from the Ratchaprarop airport-link station.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
962 Thanon Phetchaburi, Khwaeng Makkasan, Khet Ratchathewi
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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.
Use Grab for Delivery
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice worth visiting?
Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice holds a 4.2★ rating from 7,216 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice?
Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice is typically open 15:00–22:00 — 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 Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice?
Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice?
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 Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice located?
Go-Ang Pratunam Chicken Rice is at 962 Thanon Phetchaburi, Khwaeng Makkasan, Khet Ratchathewi, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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