Shinsen Fish Market
Pick your fish off the ice, have it cooked, and eat it at 1am if you want.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–01:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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 96 651 2922
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Seafood is on display, you choose, and the kitchen cooks it. That format sits inside the Tops Food Hall on Sukhumvit Soi 39, so it works two ways. You can shop for fish to take home, or you can sit down and make a proper meal of it. Both crowds seem happy enough with the arrangement.
What I'd actually come for is the hours. Doors open at 11am and stay open until 1am, seven days a week, which counts for a lot on this stretch of Sukhumvit where the good kitchens tend to shut early. Late dinner after a night out, a long lunch, whatever suits. There's a wine list too, and the wider menu goes beyond seafood if someone in your group doesn't eat it.
Prices sit in the mid-range, but that's a soft number. Pick something expensive off the ice and your bill climbs accordingly, so decide before you point.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Shinsen Fish Market, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
149 Tops Food Hall 1 Soi Sukhumvit 39, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand
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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.
Shinsen Fish Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shinsen Fish Market worth visiting?
Shinsen Fish Market holds a 4.2★ rating from 1,582 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Shinsen Fish Market?
Shinsen Fish Market is typically open 11:00–01:00 — 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 Shinsen Fish Market?
Shinsen Fish Market is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Shinsen Fish Market?
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 Shinsen Fish Market located?
Shinsen Fish Market is at 149 Tops Food Hall 1 Soi Sukhumvit 39, Khwaeng Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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