Somtum Der - Tha Tien (ส้มตำเด้อ ท่าเตียน) is a highly acclaimed restaurant that brings authentic and boldly bold flavors of Isaan (Northeast Thailand) cuisine to Bangkok's historic river district. Founded by a brand whose New York branch boasts a Michelin star, this elegant restaurant focuses on serving regional dishes exactly as they are enjoyed in Isaan – without watering down the spiciness or complexity for tourists.

Nestled in a lively, picturesque alleyway, just a short walk from Tha Tien Pier, Wat Pho, and the Grand Palace viewpoints, this stylish restaurant presents itself as a culinary oasis. The two-story establishment boasts a clean, air-conditioned, and modern interior, decorated with traditional Northeast Asian design elements such as woven bamboo baskets and vibrant red accents. The house specialty is the immense selection of freshly prepared papaya salads (som tom), ranging from crisp local favorites to hearty varieties featuring high-quality fermented fish sauce (pla ra). Along with perfectly cooked chicken, grilled meats, and refreshing herbal drinks, it's the ideal place to recharge and revitalize after a day of sightseeing.

Highlights

  • Stellar Somtum Variety: Offers a huge selection of specialty papaya salads, from classic varieties to particularly tasty Pla Ra (fermented fish) mixes.
  • Historic Riverside Lane: Nestled in a lively, photogenic alleyway, just steps from Tha Tien Pier and Wat Pho.
  • Authentic Northeast Flavors: Delivers authentic, unadulterated spiciness and spice of Isaan cuisine, without weakening the flavors for tourists.
  • Comfortable, modern space: Offers a clean, air-conditioned and stylish dining environment, making it the perfect oasis to relax after sightseeing.
  • Michelin-renowned tradition: Backed by a brand known for winning a Michelin star in New York, serving award-winning, authentic Isaan cuisine.

    • Inclusions

  • Lunch menu for 2 or 3 people (depending on the option chosen)

    • Exceptions

    Location

    Opening hours

    Open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM