The Family
Riverside Thai cooking at budget prices, with a deck of UNO on every table and monitor lizards in the water.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 12:00–22:00, Thu–Sun 12:00–22:00
- 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 88 673 2111
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
The UNO deck on every table tells you most of what you need to know. This is a small, unhurried riverside spot in Phra Nakhon where people come for a plate of Thai comfort food, stay for a couple of hours and end up ordering another iced tea. Sit inside or out. The outdoor tables face the water, and if you're patient you'll spot monitor lizards cruising past.
Prices are firmly budget, which is the main reason travelers keep coming back rather than eating at the more polished places nearby. The pad see ew with shrimp gets named again and again in reviews, as does the mango sticky rice and the iced Thai tea. There are decent vegan options too, and the tom yum draws praise. Service is warm to the point of being disarming, and one group reported being chased down after paying because staff insisted on refunding part of the bill for a slow order.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After The Family, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
Really cute place, the food was great!!!! Our food was a tiny bit late which we didn’t mind at all but 2 workers chased us after we paid and insisted on a partial refund because we waited which was really sweet Plus very good vegan options I had the tom yum which was absolutely delicious and iced black tea that was great as well
I was too full to appreciate the food but it was amazing regardless. The mango sticky rice was Spectacular - as well as the staff member that served me inside very polite.
Extremely beautiful restaurant. Staff is funny, and just so nice and amazing. Beautiful view on the river. You have to go November 2024
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 2,759 reviews on Google.
1 6 Prachathipatai Rd, Khwaeng Ban Phan Thom, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, 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.
The Family: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Family worth visiting?
The Family holds a 4.8★ rating from 2,759 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of The Family?
The Family is typically open 12:00–22:00 — 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 The Family?
The Family is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit The Family?
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 The Family located?
The Family is at 1 6 Prachathipatai Rd, 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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