Krua Apsorn (Dinso Road)
8.2Friend Score / 10#11 of 20 Restaurants in Bangkok
Known forfluffy crab omelettecrabmeat with curry powdergreen curry with fish ballsdeep-fried sea bass
A no-frills, air-conditioned old-town institution that once cooked for the Thai royal household — famous for its fluffy crab omelette and stir-fried crab with yellow chili. Bib Gourmand quality at everyday prices (300-500 THB a head), no queue theatrics. If Jay Fai's price and wait put you off, this is the answer. Closed Sundays.
Key facts
| Hours | Mon–Sat 10:30–19:30 |
|---|---|
| Price | $$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | MRT Sam Yot, ~15-min walk; near Democracy Monument, easiest by taxi |
| Time needed | 1-1.5 hours |
| Best time to go | Off-peak lunch (11am or 2pm) — it fills with local office workers at noon |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.2/10- Value8.5
- iconic6.5
- Freshness9.2
- Crowd level7.0
- Authenticity9.0
- Accessibility6.0
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a meal at Krua Apsorn cost?
- About 300-500 THB per person if you share a crab dish plus a vegetable and rice. The crab plates aren't cheap in absolute terms, but the amount of real crab meat makes them honest value.
- Is Krua Apsorn air-conditioned and comfortable for families?
- Yes — it's a simple, clean, air-conditioned dining room with an English menu, which makes it one of the easiest 'real Thai food' wins for families or first-timers in the old town.
- Is Krua Apsorn better than Jay Fai?
- Different league of fame, same neighborhood, similar crab obsession. Jay Fai is a once-in-a-trip event with the price and queue to match; Krua Apsorn is where you'd actually eat regularly. Most locals would send you here first.
- Do I need a reservation at Krua Apsorn?
- Usually no — turnover is quick and it's a proper sit-down room, not a stall. At peak weekday lunch you might wait briefly; going at 11am or after 2pm avoids that entirely.
- What are Krua Apsorn's hours?
- Monday to Saturday, 10:30am to 7:30pm — closed Sundays. Note the early close; this is a lunch and early-dinner place, not a night spot.
- Does Krua Apsorn have a Michelin recognition?
- Yes, it's a longtime Bib Gourmand pick — Michelin's category for great food at moderate prices. The royal-household cooking history predates all of that.
- How do I get to Krua Apsorn on Dinso Road?
- It's near Democracy Monument in the old town — a 15-minute walk from MRT Sam Yot, or just take a taxi/Grab. It pairs naturally with sightseeing around the Grand Palace, Wat Suthut, and the Giant Swing.
- What should I order at Krua Apsorn?
- The crab omelette (fluffy, loaded with meat) and the stir-fried crab with yellow chili are the two dishes everyone comes for — around 500 THB for the big crab plates. Add the stir-fried morning glory and you have the classic order.
Nearby in Ask Bangkok
- Rattanakosin Exhibition HallMuseum0.24 km · 3 min walk
- Banglamphu & Khao SanNeighborhood0.51 km · 6 min walk
- Thipsamai Pad ThaiRestaurant0.53 km · 7 min walk
- Raan Jay NuanRestaurant0.56 km · 7 min walk
- Wat Saket (The Golden Mount)Attraction0.6 km · 8 min walk
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