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Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian

Vegetarian cooking that gets the same attention as the meat menu, not a token afterthought.

4.9(1,600)Chao Phraya Tourist Boat N13 Phra Arthit Pier · 8 min walk
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Hours
Daily 11:30–23:30

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

Address
196 Soi Samsen 2, Khwaeng Ban Phan Thom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand
Phone
+66 2 028 8347
Full opening hours
Monday11:30–23:30
Tuesday11:30–23:30
Wednesday11:30–23:30
Thursday11:30–23:30
Friday11:30–23:30
Saturday11:30–23:30
Sunday11:30–23:30

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Why go, and how to do it well

The thing that sets this place apart is that the vegetarian side of the menu isn't an afterthought. A lot of Thai kitchens will swap the pork out and call it done. Here the plant-based dishes get their own thought and their own variety, which makes it an easy call when half your group eats meat and half doesn't. Nobody has to settle.

It sits on Soi Samsen 2 in Phra Nakhon, the old part of Bangkok, and the mood is casual rather than special-occasion. Fine for a quick lunch between temples, fine for a long dinner where nobody's watching the clock. The Thai staples are all present, and the meat-free versions run right through the menu rather than being penned into one corner of it.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian worth visiting?

Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian holds a 4.9★ rating from 1,600 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian?

Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian is typically open 11:30–23:30 — 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 Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian?

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 Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian located?

Panda Thai Food & Vegetarian is at 196 Soi Samsen 2, Khwaeng Ban Phan Thom, 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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