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THE SIXTH 6th
Restaurants & Food
Bangkok

THE SIXTH 6th

4.7(1,454 reviews)$$$$

Tucked along Thanon Maha Rat in the historic Phra Nakhon district, this small Thai and Asian fusion restaurant has built a devoted following for cooking that feels genuinely authentic rather than tailored to tourist expectations. Dishes including pad thai, som tum, tom yum, and fried rice are consistently praised for fresh ingredients and careful preparation, and the restaurant draws repeat visitors from both the international travel crowd and local Thai diners — a reliable indicator of quality in a neighbourhood saturated with visitor-facing options. The atmosphere is relaxed and homely, and the staff are frequently noted for attentive, thoughtful service, including checking in on dietary preferences. Portions are satisfying without being excessive, making it easy to order across several dishes and explore the menu. Pricing sits at the mid-range level, offering strong value given both the quality and the prime location within walking distance of Bangkok's major temples and riverside landmarks. Good to know: Opening hours vary slightly across the week — Friday and Tuesday close earlier at 16:45, while most other days the restaurant stays open until 18:30. There is no evening service, so this is a daytime-only dining destination. Given its position in one of Bangkok's busiest sightseeing corridors, arriving just before or after the midday rush can help with securing a table more comfortably.

Experience hints

Visitor favorite
Mid-range

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Visitor Reviews

10 Days in Thailand - and this is our No.1 place to eat. Homely environment but with extremely delicious food at super reasonable prices. Portions were not huge but sufficient allowing you to try a couple of things. The flavours were amazing and the service was very attentive and personalised. Conveniently located a few steps from Wat Pho and in a beautiful part of the area. They make you feel extremely welcome and I cannot rave about this place enough.

I’m Thai. I can say this restaurant is more than just tourist attraction 🥹🫶🏻 The taste is authentic, the price is reasonable, The portions are large. The staff is really having a service mind. She saw me and my sister wearing Thai costume than quite difficult to move so she give us extra desk for our bag. At first I expected nothing just want to escape heavy rain outside but turn out this restaurant is truly hidden gem 💕

Amazing little Thai spot. The ingredients were incredibly fresh, and every dish was packed with flavour. You can tell a lot of care goes into the cooking — nothing felt generic or touristy. Simple, authentic Thai food done really well. We’ll definitely be back and would highly recommend it if you’re looking for real Thai flavours.

Location Info

6 Thanon Maha Rat, Khwaeng Phra Borom Maha Ratchawang, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand+66 95 094 9612
Opening Hours
Monday10:30-18:30
Tuesday10:30-16:45
Wednesday10:30-18:30
Thursday10:30-18:30
Friday10:30-16:45
Saturday10:30-18:30
Sunday10:30-18:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: April – May (peak heat)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)

Crowds

Very High

Peak: December & January

Getting there

Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.

Getting around

  • BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
  • MRT Metro (underground)
  • Airport Rail Link (ARL)
  • Chao Phraya Express Boat
  • Grab (ride-hailing app)
  • Metered taxis — always use the meter

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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food

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.

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.

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