Suphan Buri is central Thai cooking at its most homely: rice from the plains, fish from the Tha Chin River and canals, and Thai-Chinese dishes in the old market towns. Its 100-year-old markets are among the best places near Bangkok to snack your way through an afternoon. Pair this with our things to do in Suphan Buri.
Dishes and snacks to try
River fish
Snakehead and other freshwater fish, grilled with salt, fried with mango salad or cooked in sour curries.
Braised duck
Duck stewed in five-spice broth, served with rice or noodles, a Thai-Chinese favourite in market towns.
Old-market snacks
Khanom krok, coconut sweets, steamed buns and Thai desserts at Sam Chuk and other old markets.
Old-style coffee
Strong coffee filtered through cloth and sweetened with condensed milk, served in traditional coffee shops.
Khao kaeng
Rice with a choice of curries and stir-fries, the easiest lunch in town.
Noodle soups
Pork, fish-ball and duck noodles at long-running shops.
Kaeng som and kaeng pa
Sour and jungle curries made with local vegetables and fish.
Thai Song Dam dishes
The Thai Song Dam (Lao Song) communities in the province keep their own dishes, often served at cultural villages and festivals.
Markets
- Sam Chuk 100-Year Market: snacks, coffee and old shops by the river Map.
- Bang Lee Market, Song Phi Nong: another old riverside market with food stalls Map.
- Suphan Buri night market: street food in town Map.
- Bueng Chawak area: fish restaurants near the lake Map.
Where to eat
Suphan Buri is not covered by the MICHELIN Guide. Look for busy duck and noodle shops in the old markets and fish restaurants by the river. Use map searches for current options and check opening hours before you go.
Festival food
At the Don Chedi Memorial Fair in late January and early February, food stalls fill the fairground with snacks, grilled food and desserts. See dates in our Suphan Buri travel guide.
Tips
- Go to the old markets in the morning for breakfast and coffee.
- Bring cash for market stalls.
- Ask for less chilli in curries if needed.
FAQ
What is Sam Chuk market famous for?
Old-style coffee, snacks and its restored wooden shophouses.
Are there MICHELIN restaurants?
No, Suphan Buri is not in the MICHELIN Guide.
What local dishes should I try?
River fish, braised duck and Thai desserts.
Where is good for breakfast?
Coffee shops and noodle stalls at Sam Chuk market.
Cover photo: Suphanburi Samchuk Market 1.jpg · Mr.Peerapong Prasutr · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
