Best Som Tam in Bangkok
4 restaurants compared
Price range: THB35.00 – THB90.00
Avg recommendation: 89%
Top 4 Som Tam in Bangkok (Quick Answer)
Our editors' picks across 4 restaurants:
- Som Tam Nua — score 92/100, THB75.00 (Siam Square)
- Sukhumvit Soi 38 Night Market — score 90/100, THB35.00 (Thonglor)
- Som Tam Nua — score 88/100, THB90.00 (Siam Square)
- Som Tam Nua — score 85/100, THB90.00 (Siam Square)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 4 Restaurants Compared
#1Score 92/100
Som Tam Nua
Siam Square·$
Som Tam Thai
THB75.00
Classic papaya salad with dried shrimp and peanuts.
Tip: Start with one chili if you're new to Thai spice — you can always order a spicier version if needed.
#2Score 90/100
Sukhumvit Soi 38 Night Market
Thonglor·$
Papaya Salad (Som Tam)
THB35.00
Shredded green papaya tossed with lime, fish sauce, chilies, and roasted peanuts.
Tip: Specify your heat tolerance — Thai vendors often ask 'pet nit noi' (a little spicy) vs 'pet maak' (very spicy).
#3Score 88/100
Som Tam Nua
Siam Square·$
Som Tam with Pork Rind and Sausage
THB90.00
Papaya salad with crispy pork rind and Isaan sausage.
Tip: The pork rind softens as it sits in the salad dressing, so eat it quickly if you want it crunchy.
#4Score 85/100
Som Tam Nua
Siam Square·$
Tam Muah
THB90.00
Mixed papaya salad with fermented crab and fish.
Tip: Only order this if you're comfortable with fermented fish flavors — it's the real deal.