Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Imagine it as a well-stocked food court. In the basement of the Central Embassy, ​​under a clean, air-conditioned roof, you'll find stalls offering curries, regional dishes, and street food – a real plus in Bangkok in April. You receive a card with a barcode, order from the stalls of your choice, and pay at the exit. There's a 5% service charge, and the prices are higher than usual street prices. Considering the location and convenience, I think it's reasonable.

Not every stall is equally good, and the reviewers are honest about that. My tip: Walk down the entire floor, check out the busy stalls, and then decide. Curry dishes are consistently praised. On the same lower level, there's a large supermarket with high-quality products, which is really worth a visit if you're looking for snacks, sauces, or souvenirs to take home without having to scour the whole city.