The place: The old antique house that is home to Wor Rassami stands out like a sore thumb among the modern buildings of Silom. Inside, old Bangkok lives on with high wooden chairs, and an old grandfather clock, giving the place a charming ambience. However, your lunch won’t be that tranquil thanks to the invasion of traffic noise from the bustling street outside. This small shop’s elderly owner welcomes his clients with a huge smile while the other members of his family are on hand to serve you.
Selection: It’s all about pork noodles here. The restaurant is pretty much an expert on the curly-tailed creature. If the pork balls in your bowl aren’t enough to satisfy your carnivorous craving, go for a kao lao with pork entrails and tender braised pork with rice. Accompany your meal with old school drinks like o-lieng (Thai black coffee), cha dum yen (iced tea), or buay-yen (Chinese plum). The o-lieng, is personally made by the owner on demand, ensuring the authentic, home-made goodness of the drink.
Must-have: Sen mee look chin moo is the most popular dish here. The rich pork bone soup is savory with a mixture of sweetness and a dash of salt, while the garlic oil enhances the flavor of the broth. The pork balls are the real deal, not the floury kind you sometimes get stuck with. For a journey back through time and a simple lunch of noodles and o-lieng, this is the place for you.
