Best Restaurants in Khao San, Bangkok

Restaurants in Khao San, Bangkok cluster around Khao San, Rambuttri and Phra Arthit roads, close to the Grand Palace. Travellers eat here at all hours, and Thai, Indian and vegetarian kitchens sit within a few minutes of each other.

Getting there: no BTS line serves this area. MRT Sam Yot is about a 20-minute walk. The Chao Phraya Express boat to Phra Arthit pier (N13) is the easier option, or use a taxi or Grab.

At the time of writing (October 2026), listings include The Island Restaurant Thai food & Vegetarian And Bar, Embers, Kin Lom Chom Saphan and Taste of India Bangkok, an Indian restaurant.

Before you choose: the main lanes are crowded after dark. Walk one street away from Khao San Road and compare menus on the doors before you sit down. Check the closing time if you plan a late meal.

Also see:

• Restaurants in Bangkok
• Khao San area page
• Chinatown restaurants
• Riverside restaurants

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