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

Come for the atmosphere as much as the food. This is a sprawling open-air complex, not just a single restaurant. The clientele is predominantly Thai – and that's precisely what makes it so appealing. Stroll among Chinese mala shabu, a Japanese restaurant, Thai mookata, and, yes, even a KFC, then find a spot for a drink. Mo Lam plays almost every night, the Sky Music Bar features a rotating lineup of live music, and regulars chat about the bands, which play everything from the Carpenters to old rock covers.

The prices are reasonable, and you won't be bombarded with tourist traps. The restaurant is particularly suitable for groups, especially with Thai friends, and is a good alternative for a late-night snack when the restaurants on the main street have already closed. It's quiet and somewhat peaceful during the day, so I wouldn't recommend coming before dark. There's ample parking, and you can easily walk to Beach Road or Sukhumvit Road from here.