Poo Restaurant (Tam Lao)
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A small family restaurant in New Town, a favorite of backpackers and ranked near the top of Sukhothai on TripAdvisor. It stays open into the evening and is one of the few dinner options in New Town.
Located at 24/3 Jarodvithi Road in the center of New Town, this eye-catching family restaurant has earned some of the best reviews among international travelers. It has over 700 TripAdvisor reviews and has long ranked in Sukhothai's top two. It now also serves Isan food under the name “Tam Lao by Poo Restaurant.” Its Sukhothai noodles have earned full marks from diners. Other dishes include Luang Prabang-style green papaya salad, prawn Thai fried noodles, spring rolls, and shrimp fried rice, with vegetarian options. There are air-conditioned and outdoor seats, and the beer is cold. Cash only. Prices are moderate. It is one of the few places in New Town open in the evening, which suits travelers staying there. Some reviewers feel its reputation is somewhat higher than its actual quality.
Opening hours
Daily, about 10:00-22:00 (TripAdvisor lists until 22:30)
Nearby sights
- Sangkhalok Museum
- Sukhothai Old City Night Market
- Wat Traphang Thong
- Ramkhamhaeng National Museum
- Wat Chetuphon
- King Ramkhamhaeng Monument
- Wat Sorasak
- Wat Mahathat, Sukhothai