The story
Tucked away along the railroad tracks on Yaowarat Road, Nam Bai Bua Bok is a true Bangkok institution. This humble, 50-year-old stall has earned its reputation as a local classic, offering a simple yet essential menu centered on its namesake beverage. It remains a must-visit destination for those seeking an authentic taste of the city’s street food history.
The stall is widely celebrated for serving what is arguably some of the best pennywort juice in the capital. Food personality Mark Wiens highlights the drink as a standout, describing the experience as both refreshing and nutritious. Whether you are a long-time resident or a curious traveler navigating the bustling streets of Samphanthawong, this historic vendor provides a perfect, cooling respite that captures the enduring spirit of Thai street food culture.
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Reviewers rave about the refreshing, earthy pennywort juice, calling it a uniquely soothing and revitalizing drink. The overall vibe is one of simple, wholesome delight.
“This is Asiatic pennywort leaf juice, also called gotu kola. It's very vegetal, very green tasting. I really enjoy it. I got the version with no sugar, which is probably even more vegetal, but I love it. It's a great balance. It combats the heat and the humidity. It's refreshing, and you can just feel the nutrients and all the vitamins going into your system. It's a detox, a cleanse. At 15 baht per cup, it's well worth it. Her uncle started this stall and they've been selling here for 50 or 60 years. My wife has been coming here for many years and she said it's still one of the best in all of Bangkok. This was green juice before green juice was a thing.”
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1 creator has covered Nam Bai Bua Bok (Pennywort Juice Stall). Most active: Mark Wiens
A humble 50-year-old stall along the railroad tracks serving one of the best pennywort juices in Bangkok — refreshing, nutritious, and a true local classic.
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Nam Bai Bua Bok (Pennywort Juice)
This is Asiatic pennywort leaf juice, also called gotu kola. It's very vegetal, very green tasting. I really enjoy it. I got the version with no sugar, which is probably even more vegetal, but I love it. It's a great balance. It combats the heat and the humidity. It's refreshing, and you can just feel the nutrients and all the vitamins going into your system. It's a detox, a cleanse. At 15 baht per cup, it's well worth it. Her uncle started this stall and they've been selling here for 50 or 60 years. My wife has been coming here for many years and she said it's still one of the best in all of Bangkok. This was green juice before green juice was a thing.
