146 Phiphat 2, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
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Tucked away on a quiet Silom street, Som Tam Jay So serves up vibrant Isaan dishes, like addictive som tam and smoky grilled chicken wings, in a casual, local vibe.
146 Phiphat 2, Si Lom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand Get directions
"A Choice Spot for Som Tam and Spicy Chicken Wings One of Thailand’s most loved dishes, som tam (green papaya salad) is ubiquitous in Bangkok, with vendors across the capital pounding together the essential components of shredded fruit, garlic, fish sauce, palm sugar, and lots and lots of chili. One of the best places to sample a truly delicious version is this friendly venue tucked away in the backstreets of Silom. Besides serving their versions of som tam , agargantuan barbecue produces beautifully smoky grilled chicken wings. While these are the stars of the show, the restaurant also does a winning line in other classics from northeast Thailand such as kor moo yang (grilled pork neck)."
"A Choice Spot for Som Tam and Spicy Chicken Wings One of Thailand’s most loved dishes, som tam (green papaya salad) is ubiquitous in Bangkok, with vendors across the capital pounding together the essential components of shredded fruit, garlic, fish sauce, palm sugar, and lots and lots of chili. One of the best places to sample a truly delicious version is this friendly venue tucked away in the backstreets of Silom. Besides serving their versions of som tam , agargantuan barbecue produces beautifully smoky grilled chicken wings. While these are the stars of the show, the restaurant also does a winning line in other classics from northeast Thailand such as kor moo yang (grilled pork neck)."
"Som Tam Jay So is located down a quiet side street in Bangkok's Silom business district. Locals flock here for som tam, a well-known Isaan dish that's an addictive combination of sugar, fruit, garlic, fish sauce, and an overabundance of chilis. To balance out the spice, order some tender marinated chicken, grilled onsite, or go for a variation on the classic papaya salad. The menu is written in Thai, so take a shot in the dark, or tell the staff what you want." - Katie Lockhart
The friendly staff gave us English order slip. We just tick what we want and waited a short while. Grilled chicken wings was flavorful, grilled pork neck was very very tender and nice, grilled pork neck in salad was a nice surprise. The salad is mixed in mint leaves, etc and grilled pork neck. It was really delicious! We also ordered the mango salad and papaya salad. The papaya salad was not as sour and spicy as the mango salad. Both are different.
The excitement comes when the heat from the chilli comes after a few bites. Even the chilli condiments was fantastic. Luckily we ordered a bottle of water with lots of ice.
The chef is worthy of the title, Iron chef!!
Star Carter
Google
The bbq chicken was tender and moist on the inside and surprisingly crispy on the outside, the meat is very flavourful, well marinated. Easy to order using the English order sheet, place is quite warm and small, but staff are helpful speaking limited English. The lady boss whom I think took part in iron chef speaks English so feel free to check with her. The lotus salad is unique and fun to eat and cuts thru the oiliness of the grilled meat. Overall, a good place to visit for local meal but prepare wet tissue and fan.
Jeff Green
Google
Fantastic food. The BBQ chicken and Som tom are very delicious. Very busy due to its popularity among both locals and tourists. I knew it was the right place as the famous food vlogger (Mark Weins) was eating there at my time of visit.
Mathias Hurroed
Google
Fantastic Isaan food and great atmosphere. Really cool lady making the som tam. Located in a back alley. Go for the smell of grilled chicken
Arthur Soetedja
Google
Delicious northern Thai food in streetside setting !
They have an English menu now.
Adrienne Quan
Google
The chicken thigh with crispy garlic and the grilled pork neck are must try dishes. Chicken wings and papaya salad were also good. Service is a little chaotic and confusing but it is an authentic experience.
Christine Kim
Google
I liked the local vibe and the food here as the flavours were spot on food but the service was chaotic which affected the overall experience. I arrived just before 12pm when it was busy with locals. The ordering process was a little confusing but I was given a paper to mark my order. The chicken wings arrived quickly but the papaya salad took 50 minutes which was frustrating and I had to follow up many times. Despite the delays, the wings were perfectly cooked and the som tam was spicy yet well balanced.
Alvin
Google
Nice local food shop, friendly staff, good food.
Order Grill Chicken WING, pork neck and corn somtam
Lot of different Somtam available here