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Jodd Fairs (Train Night Market)

Bangkok: Jodd Fairs (Train Night Market)

4.2(15175)

2–3 hours

Rama 9

Wheelchair Accessibility:

Yes

Operating Hours:Monday - Sunday: 17:00 - 00:00

The Vibe:Neon bites, hip beats, lively nights 🎉

Bangkok’s night market culture reinvented—Jodd Fairs has quickly become the go-to evening hangout. It channels the spirit of the famed train market into a cleaner, trendier setting, showcasing how Bangkok keeps its street food soul alive amid modern change.
The thump of music and laughter mixes with sizzling meats on grills. Strings of lights illuminate rows of stalls. Aromas of grilled seafood and ripe mango drift through the balmy night air.

Tripadvisor’s #1 new night market in Bangkok
Featured on BBC Travel’s Bangkok episode
Instagram-famous for colorful food stalls 📷
Visitors love its variety and clean, fun vibe

Persona Fit

👨‍👩‍👧 Families: Fun night out for all ages; plenty of safe food options and sweet treats, though it does get very crowded.
💕 Couples: Lively date night idea – shareable street bites, cute photo spots, and a festive atmosphere to explore hand-in-hand.
👵 Seniors: Best visited on a weekday early evening to avoid the biggest crowds; relatively flat and organized, with some seating for breaks.
📸 Instagrammers: Bright backdrops and photogenic snacks at every turn – come camera-ready to capture neon lights and crazy food creations.

Highlights

Share a bowl of Leng Saap — a mountain of spicy pork bones in soup, Jodd’s most famous dish and a challenge for chili-lovers.
Try the rainbow roti — colorful Thai crêpes rolled with sweet candy floss; an eye-catching dessert that tastes as fun as it looks.
Shop the vintage stalls — score retro T-shirts, indie jewelry, and cute souvenirs among the rows of fashion booths.
Hidden bar van — discover a hip cocktail bar operating out of a VW van at the back, serving craft drinks with a side of live music — Hidden Gem

Tom Vater

Our Bangkok Local Expert

Overview

Persona Fit

Highlights

Plan Your Visit (FAQ’s)

Know Your Facts

Food & Coffee Shops

Insider Tips

Photography Tips

Things To Do Nearby

Similar Options

Plan Your Visit

Getting There & Entrances

Amenities

Public transport: Take the MRT Blue Line to Phra Ram 9 station. Use Exit 2 and walk toward Central Plaza Rama 9. Jodd Fairs is located just behind the mall (look for the lights and tents).
If coming by taxi or car, head for Central Plaza Rama 9 on Ratchadaphisek Road. There’s parking in the mall (paid). From the mall’s rear entrance, the market is a short walk. You’ll see a big lit sign for Jodd Fairs at the entry.
No tickets needed – entrance is free and open-air. The market is wheel-friendly with wide aisles. Go early (around 5 PM) for easier parking and first dibs on seating before crowds peak.

Food & Coffee Shops

Leng Zabb Stall: Look for the vendor with towering pork bone soups – this is the place for the signature spicy \"leng saap\" dish everyone talks about.

Joe’s Fried Ice Cream: A popular dessert stall where they deep-fry ice cream balls on the spot, giving you a hot-crunchy outside and cold melty inside – a fun end to your feast.

Leng Zabb Stall: Look for the vendor with towering pork bone soups – this is the place for the signature spicy \"leng saap\" dish everyone talks about.

Joe’s Fried Ice Cream: A popular dessert stall where they deep-fry ice cream balls on the spot, giving you a hot-crunchy outside and cold melty inside – a fun end to your feast.

Insider Tips

Best Time: Weekends get shoulder-to-shoulder. If you can, aim for Mon–Wed nights when it’s slightly less packed. Arrive by 6–6:30 PM to beat the rush and have time to scope out stalls.

Hack: Come hungry but pace yourself – there are dozens of stalls. It helps to do a lap first, then eat. If you see long lines (like for famous ribs), put your name down or queue first and eat other snacks while waiting.

Hidden Gem: Around 10 PM some vendors start discounting unsold items – you might snag half-price grilled squid or pastries near closing time. Also, check the back section; new or lesser-known stalls there often surprise with great flavors and no wait.

Optional: Weather tip – the market is mostly open-air. Wear light clothing and comfortable shoes. On very hot evenings, duck into the air-conditioned mall for a few minutes’ cool-down break (or to escape any sudden rain).

Best Time: Weekends get shoulder-to-shoulder. If you can, aim for Mon–Wed nights when it’s slightly less packed. Arrive by 6–6:30 PM to beat the rush and have time to scope out stalls.

Photography Tips

Restriction: Photography is welcome – this place was practically made for Instagram. Just be considerate not to block walkways or snap close-ups of vendors’ food without buying (it’s polite to ask if uncertain). No drones allowed.

Best time/light: Just after sunset (around 6:30–7:00 PM) when the sky is deep blue and the market lights start glowing – you’ll get a nice contrast of sky and neon. Later at night, the scene is fully lit and vibrant.

Angle: For an epic overview shot, head to the parking garage of Central Rama 9 mall – a few levels up you can get a panoramic view of the entire market layout with its lights. Within the market, capture the action at food stalls up close – many vendors put on a show while cooking.

Storage: There’s no storage, so carry your gear. A smartphone or a point-and-shoot is easiest in crowds. If using a camera, keep it secure (crossbody strap) and be mindful of pickpockets in packed areas.

Things To Do Nearby

Central Plaza Grand Rama 9 — right next to the market. This large mall has retail shops, a cinema, and air-con (nice to cool down before or after the market). Great if you want to combine shopping or need a proper restroom.

The One Ratchada Night Market — a new night market at the old Train Market location (behind Esplanade Mall, one MRT stop away at Thailand Cultural Centre). It carries on the vibe with more food and vintage goods if you haven’t had your fill of market fun.

RCA (Royal City Avenue) — Bangkok’s nightlife strip is a short taxi ride from Rama 9. If you’re energized from the market, you can hit clubs, bars, or live music venues on RCA to continue the night.