
Bizarre Food Challenge
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Bizarre Food Challenge worth booking?
Bizarre Food Challenge is a 4-hour experience in Bangkok, Thailand, from ฿2,400 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (5)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- ฿2,400 per person
If you are an adventurous foodie, Bangkok is second to none for making your exotic food dreams come true. Anything you can eat, you can find in Bangkok, even the wildest things you cannot imagine people would eat! Our Bizarre Food Challenge takes you to hole in the wall restaurants famous among local diners for rare but delicious delicacies. Though the majority of Thai people are disturbed by these dishes, they are actually really delicious and are favorites of many people. Ranging from smelly fermented fish, frog, to pig brains, these food are definitely an acquired taste. Another fun thing you will experience is the different forms of transportation: a river ferry, a Tuk Tuk, and a train. We promise our Bizarre Food Challenge will be a weirdly yummy experience you will never forget!
What you get
About this experience
If you are an adventurous foodie, Bangkok is second to none for making your exotic food dreams come true. Anything you can eat, you can find in Bangkok, even the wildest things you cannot imagine people would eat! Our Bizarre Food Challenge takes you to hole in the wall restaurants famous among local diners for rare but delicious delicacies. Though the majority of Thai people are disturbed by these dishes, they are actually really delicious and are favorites of many people. Ranging from smelly fermented fish, frog, to pig brains, these food are definitely an acquired taste. Another fun thing you will experience is the different forms of transportation: a river ferry, a Tuk Tuk, and a train. We promise our Bizarre Food Challenge will be a weirdly yummy experience you will never forget!
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- An amazingly delicious and 100% local experience
- Experienced, friendly and entertaining local guide
Not included
- Pick up and Drop off at your hotel
- Gratuity
What you'll see and do
Wang Lang
Walk to Wang Lang Boat Noodle Shop, located near Wat Rakhang. Enter a small alley that leads to Siriraj Hospital. The shop will be on your left. The highlight is the intensely flavorful soup, offering both pork and beef noodles at a great price.
25 minutes here
Continue to Somtum Yapun Restaurant, a legendary Isan (Northeastern Thai) restaurant. The menu is diverse. Their must-try dishes are crispy corn and the restaurant’s signature: red ant eggs, which can be added to any dish.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Visit Thai Pork Brain Soup Restaurant, a vintage-style eatery in the Phraeng Phuthon area, open since 1957. Their unique dish “pork brain soup” is very rare to find these days. The restaurant has a cozy, retro atmosphere.
35 minutes here
Travel from the pork brain soup restaurant to Hua Lamphong Train Station, an old train station built during the reign of King Rama V.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Dine at Sey Restaurant, a well-known local spot in the Samsen area, serving rare dishes like frog skin and duck beak.
25 minutes here · Admission included
Final stop at Krua Pradipit, a famous restaurant in the Saphan Khwai area. Enjoy their popular dish: Super Chicken Feet Soup (Soup Per Teen Gai)
30 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bangkok
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Bangkok Food Tours
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours operated rain or shine
- No halal option available
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Bizarre Food Challenge. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Top tier tour service
Wonderful tour guide, respectful and knowledgeable. Great thoughtfully planned out tour. Best experience I’ve had.
via Tripadvisor
CENTRAL THAILAND RICE AND SPICE TRAIL
We did the CENTRAL THAILAND RICE AND SPICE TRAIL 9 days 8 nights (including accommodation) tour! And it was incredible! It was a perfect balance of food tasting/ markets/ history with temples and other site seeing! We got into the culture... and also out of Bangkok a bit to enjoy the beautiful countryside
via Tripadvisor
Awesome tour with Lily!!
My husband and I did a three hour Yaowarat Street Food Tour with Lily and it was fantastic. She took us to several different places where we were always able to get a table right away and try delicious foods. We definitely wouldn't have known to have gone to the places she took us so we're really glad we went. Highly recommend this tour and Lily in particular!!
Response from the operator: Will let Lily know you appreciate her service. Thank you very much!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience!
Mod was very kind, had good tips, great food tastings and nice chats! Very good value, Mod even walked with us around the city for longer than the tour was booked!
via Tripadvisor
Good tour and overview of the Chatuchak market
With only one weekend day in Bangkok, I had to choose which activity to do. I decided that having someone guide me through the Chatuchak market would be better than me trying to navigate it myself. The Chatuchak & Aor Tor Kor market tour by Bangkok Food Tour is a relatively new tour by the company. We were definitely among the first to sign up for this tour. We met up with our guide, Lily, at 10 am on a Sunday. Since it was our first day in Thailand, it definitely felt hot. However, Lily was ready with 2 ice cold bottles of water for us. The tour included food and drinks. We made a total of 7 stops at some of the best places in the market. There were also a lot of snacks and ice-cream along the way. It was definitely too much food but I just couldn't stop eating because it was delicious! Our guide, Lily, spoke excellent English. She was able to explain each of the items we saw and gave a good overview of the market. She felt like an old pro who knew exactly which alley, section, and stall to walk to. She was definitely a local who pointed out various items of interest. She definitely participated in the market experience! The last part of the tour took us across the street to Aor Tor Kor. This is a clean and modern wet market. It looked nothing at all like the rest of the markets we saw in Bangkok. We had dessert at this market but did not spend a lot of time there. The nice part about the tour is that it started early. This allowed us access to the market before it was fully awake and crowded. We did not have to wait at the "Wait for Chicken Noodle" shop. We could also take our time wandering the full market without feeling rushed. I enjoyed the pacing of the tour and Lily was a great host and guide. This tour will give you a taste of it and you can continue to explore after the tour. If you would like a more organized way to explore Chatuchak, sign up for this tour!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much SANSna for your review of Chatuchak Market tour. Your review is the first one on the tour and we definitely need it :) This tour is an added value for people who would like to go shopping at Chatuchak Weekend Market. Though you can definitely walk around on your own, it's nice to have someone showing you around, especially a local!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
- Price range
- ฿2,400 to ฿5,200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Bangkok Food Tours, who run 8 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
See everything Bangkok Food Tours runsWhy this scores 45
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Bizarre Food Challenge: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bangkok.
How much does Bizarre Food Challenge cost?
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Prices start at ฿2,400 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bangkok usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bizarre Food Challenge take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bangkok is not rushed.
Is Bizarre Food Challenge worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable food & drink in Bangkok, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bizarre Food Challenge?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Bizarre Food Challenge suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bizarre Food Challenge?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bangkok can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bangkok and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bizarre Food Challenge start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bangkok within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bangkok?
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On Outty we rank every Bangkok experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bangkok Backstreets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Old Siam Bangkok Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Tingly Thai Cooking Class with Morning Market Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Bizarre Food Challenge?
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Included: Lunch; An amazingly delicious and 100% local experience; and Experienced, friendly and entertaining local guide. Not included: Pick up and Drop off at your hotel; and Gratuity. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Bizarre Food Challenge offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Bizarre Food Challenge?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Bizarre Food Challenge wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Bizarre Food Challenge if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Bangkok. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Bizarre Food Challenge?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, knowledge and storytelling. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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