Thailand · FOOD & DRINK
Thai food eats far better at source, and the good stalls are hard to spot without help. These 15 walk the markets, the Chinatown sois and the night bazaars, priced, timed and clear on how many dishes are included.
Review the White Orchid Bangkok dinner cruise, with Thai buffet, free-flow beer, river views, live music, Thai dance, and cabaret.
“We had a great time on the White Orchid sunset cruise. We were able to get seats on the top deck by heading to the ticket check in at 4pm. Views were amazing and food was pretty good too, especially considering the price!”
See Bangkok after dark by tuk-tuk, with temple views, Chinatown street food, a 24-hour flower market, dinner, and local stories.
“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5-Star Review I booked this thinking it would be a simple food and temple tour. It turned into so much more. Jib and the tuk tuk drivers delivered a full, immersive deep dive into Thai history, culture, and the real Bangkok night scene. Jib was genuinely one of the sweetest guides I’ve ever met—patient, knowledgeable, and willing to answer every single question without rushing a thing. Dinner was outstanding and set in the most beautiful riverside restaurant I’ve seen in Bangkok. The city truly comes alive at night, and the food stops she curated were spot-on. Every vendor, every dish—authentic, vibrant, and absolutely delicious. As a chef, I don’t…”
Taste 15+ Thai-Chinese dishes on a four-hour Chinatown walk, with Michelin-listed stalls, tiny groups, and lively backstreet food stops.
“One of the most incredible food tours I have ever done. This is something you should not miss if you’re in this amazing city! :)”
Explore Bangkok after dark by tuk-tuk, tasting local noodles, Isaan food, street dishes, flowers, temples, and a rooftop drink.
“Tried different things we would not have discovered on our own. Chanya was great very friendly and knowledgeable . The hotel drop off was a nice surprise. Only feedback would be include nearby hotel pickup.”
Taste Phuket beyond pad Thai on a four-hour Old Town food tour with 15-plus dishes, local guides, market stops, and southern Thai specialties.
“This was a great experience. Lucky was funny and nice. Lucky also taught us a lot about the culture while we stopped at many different shops to eat. We went in back alleys to places I normally wouldn’t venture to as a tourist. Not because I don’t want to, but because it probably wouldn’t come up when I google “best places to eat in Phuket” lol. I really enjoyed myself. I ate sooo much food. And everything was delicious.”
Taste 15+ Bangkok street foods in Chinatown, from satay to soy sauce ice cream, with a small group, two guides, and backstreet stops.
“Excellent tour and wonderful guide! We tested more than 15 different foods, all of them yummy! Bottled water was provided and bathroom stops were clean and hygienic!”
Ride a tuk tuk through Bangkok Chinatown for Michelin-listed noodles, doughnuts, fried rice, local stories, and optional Jay Fai stop.
“The places to visit were icon and special. Guide P was great!”
Taste 15+ Thai specialties, cruise Bangkok canals, and ride a tuk tuk to local markets on this four-hour small-group food tour.
“Fantastic tour! The dishes we tried were varied and very local. The cold water throughout was very much appreciated on a hot Bangkok day! Johnny the guide was funny, knowledgeable and friendly. We took several different modes of transport as we are our way around Bangkok. Would definitely recommend!”
Eat your way through Bangkok Chinatown with 10 to 12 Michelin Guide tastings, local stories, and expert guidance for $43.
“Our guide Tina was absolutely fantastic. Super friendly and so knowledgeable- she took us to some really nice spots. The Thai chicken green curry and Thai sausages were so good! Good tour to get introduced to local food stalls if you’re overwhelmed by the many places in Chinatown :)”
Taste northern Thai dishes across Chiang Mai night markets with a local guide, songthaew rides, 20-plus samples, and Thai ordering tips.
“Amazing time with our guide! Knowledgeable, efficient and very personable! We tried so many new foods!”
Cruise Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River with a Thai and international buffet, free-flow beer and wine, live music, cabaret, and night views.
“I loved the activity! All staff were kind and helpful and they really wanted to make sure we all had a great time.”
Ride Bangkok by tuk tuk through Chinatown, temples, the flower market and Khao San Road, with Michelin-recommended tastings from $18.
“The tour was great and good value for money. The tuk tuk drivers were excellent. Stops were as advised and the included food was very good! Our guide was rather difficult to understand at times - probably more so for those whose English isn’t their first language - but it didn’t really detract from the tour itself.”
See Bangkok after dark by river, tuk-tuk, and foot, with Wat Arun, temples, the flower market, Chinatown, dinner, and dessert.
“The tour was fine but not great. Although the guide was very nice and friendly, the tour itself felt rushed, impersonal, and the Tuk-tuk rides were quick and unmemorable. The stops were okay. There is no hotel pickup and traffic in Bankok is pretty bad. Make sure you leave plenty of time to get to the meeting place.”
Cycle Bangkok’s back lanes, temples, canals, local homes, and food stalls on a four-and-a-half-hour small-group tour.
“Very nice ride through Bangkok via small roads next to water canals, just sublime! Frans is an amazing guide!”
Taste Chiang Mai’s night markets with a local guide, sampling Northern Thai dishes, noodles, pork leg, sweets, and more for $40.
“Nop was wonderful and we thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The white temple was exquisite and so worth a visit and loved the tea plantation and the big Buddha. So grateful to you Nop”
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