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

Yen Ta Fo is the real reason to visit, and that's why people are already queuing on Maha Chai Road at nine in the evening. The pink broth made from fermented tofu paste is rich and pleasantly tangy. It's best to order a bowl of it and a Tom Yum to share. Fried snacks, satay, and mango sticky rice round out the menu. One reviewer commented that the fried crab roll didn't taste like crab at all—which is probably true for this type of dish.

Two warnings: The spiciness here is truly intense, as Thai guests can attest. So, if you can't handle that much spice, it's best to order "not spicy at all" rather than assuming that foreigners' portions are milder. Also, some guests have found separate Thai and English menus with different prices for the same dishes. Ask for the Thai menu or confirm the price before your meal is served. As it's a street food stall, cooking smoke drifts through the seating area.