Mam Tom Yum Kung
A budget street food stall in Phra Nakhon serving rich, creamy tom yum kung with river prawns near Khao San Road.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Tue–Sun 08:00–20:00
- 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
- +66 89 815 5531
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked beside a parking building on Soi Kraisi in the Phra Nakhon district, this street food stall has earned a strong reputation for its tom yum kung — a hot and sour soup made with river prawns that visitors consistently describe as thick, creamy, and packed with umami depth. The stall gained wider attention after a recommendation from food travel personality Mark Wiens, drawing an international audience to what remains an authentically local, budget-friendly spot near the Khao San Road area.
Beyond the signature soup, the menu includes salt and garlic prawns, fried rice, and omelets generous enough to challenge two diners. The tom yum stands out for an unconventional detail noted by visitors, as prawn heads are added directly to the broth, contributing extra richness to the flavor. Seafood is frequently praised for its freshness and size relative to the price, and portions are considered good value across the board.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Must go to place for good food. Take a grab here to avoid the hassle. Mark wiens recommended this place so I definitely have to give this place a try. Had the tomyumgoong.salt and garlic prawns. Fried rice. Basil white clams. Roasted pork kailan. Everything was good but if you really have to choose. Tomyumgoong and garlic prawns. Look at that prawn gooey goodness!!!!!! The place may not be fancy but it sure beats a lot of places where they claimed they have good food. Love this place.
Located in the Kao Shan area, this street food stall offers the best Tom Yam Soup till date. The soup is slightly thick, creamy, not too salty but packed with an umami punch. The secret lies with the shrimp head fat/brain soup base. Other dishes didnt disappoint either.
I was incredibly disappointed with our meal here. While Thai food is usually simple and delicious, the shrimp salad was easily the worst meal I’ve had in Thailand. The shrimp were tough, scraggy, and completely tasteless. To make matters worse, the vegetables were unpleasantly chewy and almost inedible. My wife’s shrimp dish was just as poor. The only redeeming part of the meal was the plain boiled rice. A total waste of a meal and a missed opportunity.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 1,201 reviews on Google.
หน้า อาคารจอดรถ Soi Kraisi, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
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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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Mam Tom Yum Kung: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mam Tom Yum Kung worth visiting?
Mam Tom Yum Kung holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,201 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Mam Tom Yum Kung?
Mam Tom Yum Kung is typically open 08:00–20:00 — 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 Mam Tom Yum Kung?
Mam Tom Yum Kung is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Mam Tom Yum Kung?
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 Mam Tom Yum Kung located?
Mam Tom Yum Kung is at หน้า อาคารจอดรถ Soi Kraisi, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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