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Yaowarat Toasted Buns

452 Yaowarat Rd, Khwaeng Samphanthawong, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand

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452 Yaowarat Rd, Khwaeng Samphanthawong, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand

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+66 65 553 3635
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 6:00 – 11:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Yaowarat Toasted Buns

This legendary Yaowarat cart serves blistered, charcoal-grilled buns loaded with warm, dripping fillings that collapse the moment you take a bite. It is cheap, late-night roadside gratification in Chinatown at its purest. Grab a slip, mark down your quantities of condensed milk or pandan sangkaya, and pay up front—the line moves fast, handing over warm boxes within minutes. Regulars eat them right on the pavement while the shell stays crisp and the custard stays molten. Wet wipes are mandatory.

  • Overflowing Fillings: Warm, toasted rolls are packed until they spill, flooding napkins with rich condensed milk, chocolate, and egg custard.
  • Rapid Paper-Slip Ordering: Mark flavor choices on paper slips for lightning-fast turnaround despite thick Chinatown pavement crowds.
  • Incredible Street Value: Priced at around 25 to 30 THB per bun, delivering high-impact sweetness without denting your wallet.
  • Crispy and Soft Contrast: Charcoal-toasted crust gives way to a soft, pillowy interior that is best devoured fresh off the grill.
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Why Choose Yaowarat Toasted Buns

Why visitors flock to Yaowarat's legendary curbside toasted bun stall.

  • Affordable Late-Night Sweet Snack

    Warm, toasted buns are priced around 25 to 30 THB (under €1), providing a deeply filling dessert snack while exploring Yaowarat.

    homemade bun full of cream that costs 0.80€.

    Dario

  • Satisfying Chinatown Dessert Cravings

    Generous portions of signature sweet milk, egg custard, or chocolate toppings deliver an immediate, intense sugar fix.

    If you are looking for a nice affordable sweet snack while walking through yaowarat, it hits the spot.

    Reid K

  • Crisp Shell with a Soft Interior

    Fresh off the heat, each roll features a lightly toasted, buttery exterior that stays crisp while the crumb remains tender.

    Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.

    Zhuge Liang

  • Bursting, Messy Fillings That Reward Every Bite

    The buns are stuffed so generously with rich, warm filling that every bite bursts and flows out, rewarding an untamed street-food experience.

    Every bite was overflowing. My hands got messy after eating, but it was totally worth it!

    Pat POP

  • Streamlined Paper-Slip Ordering

    Customers write their quantities directly onto paper slips, streamlining order collection and eliminating counter bottlenecks.

    All you need to do is to take a paper and pencil, indicate how many pieces of each flavour you want, hand it to them and pay and they'll make your order.

    SL Wong

  • Fast Clearance Despite Massive Crowds

    The dedicated roadside team churns through batches rapidly, keeping customer wait times down to minutes despite thick crowds.

    Service was fast, we wait for less than 5mins to get 6bun even it’s crowded.

    WaiChin Wong

Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with overflowing fillings.

  • Milk Toasted Bun

    I tried the milk version and it really blew my mind.

    Marcus Tay

  • Egg Custard Bun

    The toasted buns with custard filling are simply delicious and so satisfying. We usually get the classic egg custard bun.

    Branson Tai

  • Chocolate Bun

    เลิฟช็อกโกแลตนัมเบอร์วัน🤎

    Miss you

  • Pandan Custard Bun

    Pandan and egg custard taste was so good 😋

    WaiChin Wong

Before you head over

Practical advice for navigating ordering, crowds, and messy fills at this Chinatown cart

  • Bring Wet Wipes

    Carry wet wipes or extra napkins before eating, as buns are packed with copious, dripping cream that quickly spills onto your hands with every bite.

  • Use the Slip Ordering System

    Grab a pre-printed order slip and pencil at the stall, mark your quantities by flavor, pay upfront, and stand nearby for your order to be called.

  • Eat Immediately on the Spot

    Consume buns immediately curbside while warm; letting them sit or carrying them back turns the bread tough and the crispy texture soggy.

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