Centre Point Food Guide: Pratunam

Staying at Centre Point Hotel Pratunam puts you in the middle of one of the largest shopping districts in Bangkok. Pratunam is known for its boutique shops, markets, restaurants, and more. The dining experiences in this part of Bangkok are unmatched. A few of the top restaurants to check out here are Jok Pochana, P’Aor Tom Yum Krung, and Jea Koy Som Tum.

Jok Pochana

Jok Pochana will give you an authentic Thai dining experience. This restaurant serves Asian cuisine, specifically famous Thai dishes, and seafood. You can also get gluten-free or vegan food options here. It’s well-known as one of the best places to get street food in Bangkok. It’s located about 15-minutes away from the Centre Point Hotel Pratunam via taxi. It’s nearby to the famous Khao San Road.

The outdoor kitchen of Jok Pochana is where they prepare your food fresh in front of you. Some of the favorite dishes from this restaurant are the Pad Thai and various Curry meals. You can also grab a local Thai beer to accompany your meal. There is seating available outside, for enjoying the Bangkok scenery, or indoor in an air-conditioned dining hall. The best part about this restaurant is that it’s cheap. You’ll get great food without breaking the bank.

P’Aor Tom Yum Krung

A staple in a Thai diet is noodles. Noodles are one of the most common dishes in Thailand. A noodle dish that you don’t want to miss out on is the Tom Yum Goong soup. This dish is served around the city at various street food stalls. If you’re looking for the best Tom Yum Goong soup, you’ll want to visit P’Aor Tom Yum Krung Noodle Shop. It’s a specialty shop for Thai noodles, with this soup being one of their signatures.

P’Aor Noodle Shop is located just five minutes away from the Centre Point Hotel Pratunam. You can even walk there in less than 15-minutes. It’s an award-winning restaurant. It’s also a very trendy place, with a comfortable, yet unique atmosphere while dining in. A wide range of noodles is offered on the menu, ranging in styles and flavors. The noodles are served in small portions. It’s common that visitors order multiple noodle dishes to try a variety.

Jea Koy Som Tum

Jea Koy Som Tum is a restaurant that most tourists overlook. It’s a trendy spot for local Thais. It’s a place to dine if you want an authentic flavor that even the locals can agree. Jea Koy Som Tum is located just 10-minutes walk from Centre Point Hotel Pratunam. It’s located right along the main Phetchaburi Road. This restaurant serves many Thai favorite dishes as well as seafood and vegetarian Asian dishes.

You’ll have the chance to dine-in at a nice restaurant with great prices. Som Tum, or papaya salad, is a must-try when you come here. There is also a range of rice dishes. Not many tourists venture to this restaurant. Based on the local reaction to the food, it’s a destination to add to your dining list.