Thai cuisine is notoriously addictive, and that quality naturally extends to its vegetarian counterparts, which do not compromise on flavour for cruelty-free sensibilities. Here are some of our favourite places for vegetarian Thai food in Bangkok, to prove a point.
Since nothing satisfies our spiciness craving like Thai food, these vegetarian Thai restaurants could be your go-to spots every Meatless Monday from now on. Read on to find the most wholesome Thai dishes without any meat at these 8 restaurants.
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The best vegetarian Thai restaurants in Bangkok
Ying’s Garden
Since Ying’s Garden is the vegetarian counterpart of Baan Ying, rest assured that every dish is going to be amazing. Several of the Thai restaurant Baan Ying’s long-time favourites are being turned into plant-based versions, such as Plant-Based Omelette, Fried Plant-Based Meatballs, Fried Roti and Green Curry, Red Curry with Bean Curd and Eggplants and many, many others.
More info: Ying’s Garden
Opening times: Open daily, 10am-9pm
Location: The Market Bangkok, Floor 3, Ratchadamri Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok
Nearest station: Chitlom, BTS
Anotai Vegetarian Restaurant
Anotai specialises in simple but heartwarming Thai delicacies without any meat. Their vegetarian dishes are full of healthy and organic ingredients straight from the farm. Highlights include stir fried konjac noodles with chilli paste, fried rice with chilli paste and salted egg, and yellow curry with fresh coconut milk and young coconut shoots. Healthy and organic bakery items are also home-baked here, such as the Berry Madeleine, Vegan Scone, Sourdough Bagel, and Vegan Chocolate Cake.
More info: Anotai Vegetarian Restaurant
Opening times: Thu-Tue, 11am-9pm
Location: 976/17 Rama IX Rd, Bang Kapi, Huai Khwang, Bangkok
Nearest station: Phra Ram 9, MRT
Khun Churn Vegetarian
A star in the Thai vegetarian restaurant field for over 20 years, Khun Churn Vegetarian is among the first choices when it comes to meatless Thai restaurants. Diners will find healthy and green highlights such as Kanom Jeen Pak Tai, Fresh Spring Rolls, and Tofu Kratiem Prik Thai on Rice. These are all made using fresh herbs and veggies from their own garden. Homemade vegan ice cream is also available.
More info: Khun Churn Vegetarian
Opening times: Open daily, 10am-8pm
Location: 952 Sukhumvit Rd, Phra Khanong, Khlong Toei, Bangkok
Nearest station: Phra Khanong, BTS
May Veggie Home
There are hardly any vegetarians in Bangkok who aren’t familiar with May Veggie Home. The restaurant makes vegetarian food even more enjoyable. Try some of their Thai dishes like Vegan Noodle with Wonton and Crispy Plant Meat, or Vegan Young Tamarind Thai Chilli Paste. Vegan bakery items are also available, with options such as cinnamon roll, wholewheat walnut and cranberry bread, mushroom and truffle oil bun, and mandarin orange cake.
More info: May Veggie Home
Opening times: Tue-Sun, 10am-9pm
Location: 738 Sukhumvit 101 Alley, Khwaeng Bang Chak, Khet Phra Khanong, Bangkok
Nearest station: Punnawithi, BTS
The Rice & Healthy Food
The Rice & Healthy Food offers all forms of vegetarian and healthy delicacies, whether it be a ready-to-eat rice bowl, noodle, som tum, snacks, wontons, herb drinks, or raw ingredients. The restaurant updates its menu daily, ranging from Stir Fried Green Curry to Larb Crispy Mushroom. As for snacks, stock up your pantry with Pumpkin Loaf, Ginger Candy, and Crispy Sesame, to name a few.
More info: The Rice & Healthy Food
Opening times: Open daily, 7.30am-7pm
Location: 306 Borommaratchachonnani Rd, Bang Bumru, Bang Phlat, Bangkok
Nearest station: Bang Yi Khan, MRT
Tonklar Facai
‘From farm to fork’ is the concept that founded Tonklar Facai, a restaurant that serves healthy vegetarian dishes prepared by experienced chefs and nutritionists. Each dish is cooked with innovative techniques to cater to different dietary needs, such as gut-friendly, low-calorie, low-sugar, low-sodium, high-fibre, and anti-aging concerns. Although Tonklar Facai offers a range of fusion delicacies, the Thai dishes are definitely the standouts.
More info: Tonklar Facai
Opening times: Open daily, 7.30am-4.30pm
Location: 88 39 TTN Avenue, Khwaeng Chong Nonsi, Khet Yan Nawa, Bangkok
Nearest station: Saint Louis, BTS
Sook Sathorn
Loved by all nine-to-five folk, Sook Sathorn provides a casual dining hangout in the centre of Sathorn. The menus include both vegetarian and vegan options seasoned with Thai spices, like the signature Gypsum Boat Noodles, Thai ‘American’ Fried Rice, Kua Kling Mushroom, Corn Som Tum, and several others.
More info: Sook Sathorn
Opening times: Open daily, 7.30am-4.30pm
Location: 729 Si Lom Rd, Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok
Nearest station: Silom, BTS
Na Aroon
With its teak wood and villa ambience, Na Aroon exudes an old world charm. This vegetarian Thai restaurant serves all vegetarian, vegan, and pescatarian dishes, all of which contain only organic produce and high quality seasoning. The Mussaman Curry, Pad Krapow, Hor Mok Mushroom, and Phad See-Ew are only a few of the delicious highlights. The dessert menu is also also vast and varied, with the Apple Crumble being an absolute highlight.
More info: Na Aroon
Opening times: Open daily, 7am-9.30pm
Location:65 Sukhumvit 1, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok
Nearest station: Ploen Chit, BTS
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