Nang Loeng Market
A Taste of Old Bangkok
STORY
See & Do
Tucked away in the heart of Bangkok, Nang Loeng Market is more than just a food destination—it holds the distinction of being Thailand’s very first land-based market. Established over a century ago, it preserves the nostalgic charm of old Bangkok, where recipes have been handed down for generations and the atmosphere still feels like stepping into the past.
Today, the market is a haven for food lovers, offering a dazzling variety of authentic Thai flavors. You can wander through its lively lanes and be confident that almost everything you try will be delicious. But if you want a true taste of Nang Loeng’s culinary soul, here are five legendary spots you simply cannot miss.
Jib Kee Roast Duck
(จิ๊บกี่ เป็ดย่าง)
Jib Kee has been a culinary landmark of Nang Loeng for over 80 years, earning generations of loyal customers. This long-standing restaurant is celebrated for its Cantonese-style roast duck, cooked to achieve tender meat with perfectly crispy skin. The aroma of herbs and spices fills the air, inviting you to savor a recipe that has remained unchanged for decades.
Many Bangkok locals consider Jib Kee one of the city’s finest places for roast duck. Whether enjoyed with rice or noodles, each bite reflects the patience, care, and heritage that have kept this eatery thriving for nearly a century.
S. Rungroj Wonton and Roasted Duck Noodle
(ส รุ่งโรจน์ บะหมี่เกี๋ยว และเป็ดย่าง)
In Nang Loeng, you’ll even find two noodle shops with almost identical names—a legacy of siblings who turned family rivalry into culinary excellence. Over the years, each has perfected its own recipe, and loyal customers insist both are equally delicious.
At S. Rungroj, the focus is on delivering a modern dining experience. The shop has updated its look with a more contemporary, welcoming atmosphere while still serving the same beloved flavors of springy egg noodles, flavorful wontons, and perfectly roasted duck. It’s where tradition meets modern comfort, making it especially inviting for visitors.
Sai Krok Pla Naem
(ไส้กรอกปลาแนม)
This stall has been serving Nang Loeng Market for more than 30 years, specializing in a rare old-style Thai delicacy. The sausage itself is a traditional Thai pork sausage, but what makes it unique is the way it’s eaten. It comes with a finely ground mixture of snakehead fish, toasted rice, pork skin, and pickled garlic, seasoned to create a fragrant balance of sweet, salty, and slightly sour. To enjoy it, you wrap the sausage together with this powdery mix in fresh greens, much like eating a traditional miang.
Sai Krok Pla Naem is now difficult to find in modern Bangkok, and Nang Loeng remains one of the few places where this heritage flavor is still kept alive.
Nanta Thai Desserts
(นันทาขนมไทย)
Nanta has been delighting visitors at Nang Loeng for decades with its colorful array of traditional Thai sweets. The shop showcases the artistry of Thai dessert-making, offering treats that are both visually appealing and delicious. Among the highlights are khanom tan (palm sugar cakes) and khanom kluay (steamed banana cakes), two classic desserts that have been cherished for generations.
Each sweet is carefully prepared using traditional methods, from steaming to precise shaping, preserving the authentic flavors and textures that have made them local favorites. For visitors, Nanta is more than just a dessert stop—it’s a window into Bangkok’s culinary heritage, where every bite tells a story of craftsmanship and tradition.
Ya Chaem's Kanom Bueang Yuan
(ขนมเบื้องญวนย่าแช่ม)
Run by “Ya Chaem,” or Grandma Chaem, this stall serves Vietnamese-style crispy crepes that have become a local legend. Stuffed with a savory mix of mung beans, bean sprouts, and minced pork, then served with fresh greens and dipping sauce, the dish is both hearty and full of character. Eating here feels like joining a Bangkok family meal from decades past.
