Local Recommendations for Pad Kra Pao in Bangkok

Asked some friendly Thai locals for recommendations, and they suggested this place for delicious Pad Kra Pao. So, I decided to give it a try! For Pad Kra Pao, you can choose from pork, fried chicken, shrimp, mantis shrimp, squid, or soft-shell crab. The fried holy basil leaves are incredibly fragrant, and you can customize the spice level and pair it with runny fried eggs. Highly recommend ordering two runny fried eggs! Don’t miss the stir-fried shrimp paste sauce—it’s perfect with rice. Tom Yum soup is rich and flavorful, with a spicy kick that’s just right! Salt and pepper mantis shrimp is a must-try! The shrimp is already peeled, large, fresh, and fried to a golden crisp. Seasoned with garlic and salt-pepper mix, every bite is satisfying! Mango sticky rice spring rolls are a unique twist—crispy spring rolls stuffed with mango sticky rice, served with a scoop of mango ice cream. The combination of flavors is delightful, with a balance of sweet and salty. Dried fish and watermelon is a traditional Thai dessert/snack with a sweet and salty pairing that’s worth trying! This small eatery may not be big, but it offers a wide variety of dishes: Pad Kra Pao, fried salmon with holy basil egg yolk sauce, mango sticky rice, durian ice cream, coconut ice cream, and more. Authentic yet distinctive! 📍 zeed.STATION Near BTS-ARL, Phaya Thai Rd, Bangkok