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Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee

4.2(12,559 reviews)$$$$

This is a one-dish restaurant, and that's the point. Pad thai, in its variations, cooked over high heat in an open kitchen you can watch from the queue. The version most people order comes wrapped in a thin omelette with jumbo shrimp, and the shrimp-oil aroma hits before the plate lands. It leans sweet, but there's lime and chilli flakes on the table to pull it back, plus bean sprouts on the side. Noodles hold their bite rather than going soft.

You'll pay more than you would at a street cart, and the portion isn't huge. Reviewers say it's worth it once, and I'd agree with that framing rather than treating it as a regular haunt. There's a no-noodle version if you're skipping carbs, which is a rare thing to find in a noodle shop. Service can feel stretched when the room fills, so don't expect much hand-holding. The crowd is overwhelmingly international these days.

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Reviews from Google

This was my first time trying the best Pad Thai in their origin place and I can tell it was amazing experience. We came for dinner and there was a queue line, but they're moving fast. around 10 mins we got the table, from the entrance the greeter, and the staffs warmly welcomed us, suggesting the most famous items, etc. Not so long the food served, the portion was kinda small, but the taste was amazing. It was the best Pad Thai I've ever tasted, mixture of sweet and savory taste and a hint of shrimp in it. We were thinking to order more but we were on a tight budget during our trip, so badly :(. And, the Orange Juice was amazing as well, I like they keep the big pulp inside. It was so unfortunate that I didn't remember their names and their food items, but I'd really like to come back to Thailand to try their foods again someday.

Finally tried Pad Thai at Thipsamai, one of Bangkok’s most famous spots. The noodles were perfectly cooked, not mushy, not dry, with a strong shrimp-oil aroma that hits immediately. The egg-wrapped Pad Thai feels richer and more indulgent compared to street versions. Flavor-wise, it leans slightly sweet, but still well balanced with lime and chili flakes. Yes, the queue is long and the price is higher than street Pad Thai, but I’d say it’s worth trying at least once for the experience.

the fried noodle is excellent! very tasty and authentic thai style. and the best of the best was, choice of "no noodle" version available. so that i could enjoy my low carbs option here with my friends having big big bites of the rice noodles. but the seat and service was so-so, feel that don't have enough manpower to serve the eager customers. the location isn't easy too. seems calling grab would be the best way.

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Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee worth visiting?

Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee holds a 4.2★ rating from 12,559 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee?

Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee is typically open 09:00-00:00 — 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 Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee?

Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.

When is the best time to visit Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee?

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 Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee located?

Thipsamai Padthai Pratoopee is at 313, 315 Maha Chai Rd, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).

Location Info

313, 315 Maha Chai Rd, Khwaeng Samran Rat, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand+66 2 226 6666thipsamai.com/
Opening Hours
Monday09:00–00:00
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday09:00–00:00
Thursday09:00–00:00
Friday09:00–00:00
Saturday09:00–00:00
Sunday09:00–00:00

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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