Joom Silom
An evening street stall on Sala Daeng Road in Silom selling pad thai and mango sticky rice from late afternoon until 01:00, closed Mondays.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Tue–Sun 16:00–01:00
- 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
- 087 972 6633
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Joom is an evening street stall on Sala Daeng Road in Silom that sells exactly two things, pad thai and mango sticky rice, and does both well enough to have built a following among people who work and drink in the area. The mango sticky rice comes in two sizes, topped with crispy mung beans, and the larger version is built on two whole mangoes. A plate runs about ฿100, and mango on its own is sold too.
The hours are the point. It sets up in the late afternoon and runs until 01:00, which makes it the obvious late stop after dinner in Silom, a rooftop bar on Sathorn or the Patpong night market a few minutes' walk away. It is the kind of place you eat standing up or carry back to the hotel.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Joom Silom, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Thanon Sala Daeng, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak
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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.
Joom Silom: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Joom Silom worth visiting?
Joom Silom holds a 4.8★ rating from 142 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Joom Silom?
Joom Silom is typically open 16:00-01:00 — 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 Joom Silom?
Joom Silom is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Joom Silom?
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 Joom Silom located?
Joom Silom is at Thanon Sala Daeng, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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