Chamlong's

Forget the fancy rooftop spots—this is where Bangkok’s serious plant-based eaters flock. Tucked near Chatuchak Weekend Market, Chamlong's is a sprawling, open-air food court run by the Asoke Buddhist group. An absolute masterclass in *ahaan jay* (Thai vegan cuisine). The setup is purely old-school. Swap your baht for paper coupons at the door. Then, dive into a chaotic, glorious buffet of organic, fiery goodness. Backpackers and Bangkok epicures constantly tip each other off about the deeply spiced curries, punchy Tom Yum soup, and a meatless *laab* that defies logic—with almost everything clocking in under 35 baht. No English menus. Just point, hand over your tickets, and brace for intense, unapologetic flavors. It gets hot, so bring water. Arrive well before the 2 PM close—those 10-baht mushroom skewers disappear fast.