Som Tam Jay So
A Silom lunch spot for fiery papaya salad and grilled chicken, a short walk from BTS Chong Nonsi and closed on Sundays.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 11:00–17:30
- 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
- 085 999 4225
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Som Tam Jay So is a papaya-salad stall in a lane off Silom, and three of the Bangkok street food guides I checked put it on their lists. The order is som tam with grilled chicken and sticky rice.
A plate of som tam is around 50 to 80 baht. It's on Soi Phiphat 2, about 10 minutes on foot from BTS Chong Nonsi.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Som Tam Jay So, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 2 minEat Me Restaurant (Silom)Restaurants & Food · 150 m · 4.5★
- 4 minPerception Blind MassageWellness & Spas · 300 m · 4.5★
- 4 minLek SeafoodRestaurants & Food · 340 m · 4.5★
- 4 minYogaSutra StudioWellness & Spas · 340 m · 4.6★
- 4 minLe DuRestaurants & Food · 350 m · 4.1★
- 5 minChong Nonsi BTS StationTransportation · 370 m · 4.3★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Som Tam Jay So, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
146 Phiphat 2, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak
Open in Google MapsMore restaurants & food nearby
All within a 6-minute walk of Som Tam Jay So.
Eat Me Restaurant (Silom)
Lek Seafood
Le Du
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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.
Som Tam Jay So: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Som Tam Jay So worth visiting?
Som Tam Jay So holds a 4.2★ rating from 1,119 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Som Tam Jay So?
Som Tam Jay So is typically open 11:00–17:30 — 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.
How expensive is Som Tam Jay So?
Som Tam Jay So is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Som Tam Jay So?
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 Som Tam Jay So located?
Som Tam Jay So is at 146 Phiphat 2, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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