4.7
Som Yong
Monday 10:30-22:30
Asok 11 Min Blue-LineSukhumvit BTS, MRT
Phetchaburi 0.8 km Blue-Line MRT
Asok 1 1.2km Si Rat Expressway
4 Soi Sukhumvit 21 - Bangkok
Esan Flavors with Local Nuances
This spot serves up Esan dishes where papaya salad and Tum Luang Phra Bang draw attention for their distinctive flavors, though sweetness can tip the balance in some plates. The atmosphere leans toward a local haunt, tucked away from tourist buzz, with friendly service that sometimes slows down. A curious quirk is the uneven treatment of guests, hinting at an unspoken local code that affects the dining rhythm and experience.
AI Summary based on real rewviews (Jun 2026)
Somtam Papaya Salad Esan Food
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Tucked away down a little alley, this place has a cozy vibe and genuinely friendly staff. They even brought out a fan so I could enjoy my meal outside without melting. The somtum was spot on, though I felt the papaya salad had maybe too much carrot for my taste. Some dishes leaned toward being a bit sweet, but the Tum Luang Phra Bang really stood out with bold flavors. Food took a bit of time to come out, but prices are fair enough to make up for it. Not perfect, but definitely worth a visit if you’re curious about Esan food beyond the usual spots.
Sombat Saengthong (2026)
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Som Yong: Delicious papaya salads and other Thai dishes, with very reasonable prices. It's worth the walk from MRT or BTS.
User List Dom
Great authentic Esan cuisine with generous portions and reasonable prices, the somtam and sun-dried pork were especially delicious.
Ketsara S. (2026)
Delicious food at a great price, the somtam and Tom Yum chicken were highlights of the meal.
Genesis Smith (2025)
Reasonably priced Isaan-style dishes with excellent flavors, service may be lacking but the quality of the food makes up for it.
Axel (2025)
The sun-dried pork tremendous, so where the Tom Yum chicken and the vegetables in Soya sauce. That together with sticky rice and idem dito noodles made it a grandiose diner.
Kanlaya (2024)
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