Nai Ek Roll Noodle

I visited Nai Ek Roll Noodle during lunch, and although the restaurant was busy, the service was surprisingly quick. I ordered the signature Roll Noodle Soup with crispy pork and minced pork, and it definitely lived up to the hype. The broth was light yet packed with flavor, with a wonderful aroma of white pepper and a naturally sweet taste from the pork bones. The rolled rice noodles were soft and chewy, while the crispy pork was the highlight—perfectly crunchy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. The restaurant has a classic local Chinatown vibe with simple stainless-steel tables and an open kitchen where you can watch the staff prepare each bowl. It's lively, authentic, and gives you a real Bangkok street food experience. Prices are very reasonable (around 70–100 THB for a bowl), especially considering the quality and generous portions. If you're visiting Yaowarat, Nai Ek Roll Noodle is definitely worth a stop. Great food, fast service, and an authentic local atmosphere. I'd happily come back to try more dishes from the menu. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 Highly recommended!

Dining Experience @ Nai Ek Roll Noodle. . The Koay Chup / Rolled Rice Noodles With Pig Offals (THB ฿70) features a base of wide flat thin rice noodles rolled into tubes, in an aromatic soup / broth. The chewy silky rolled rice noodles carry grainy sweet flavour, picking up the punchy savoury peppery spice flavour of the thin and cloudy soup / broth. . Garnished with a medley of cleaned pig offals, including crunchy sio bak / roast pork belly with meaty savoury salty flavour, tender minced pork meat balls with meaty savoury salty flavour, chewy pig stomach with meaty savoury flavour, and crisp parsley with vegetal bitter sweet flavour. . The Khao Kha Moo / Braised Pork Leg Rice (THB ฿70) has a base of fluffy moist white rice with grainy sweet flavour, heaped with a large portion of tender fall-off-the-bone braised pork leg meat with robust meaty salty savoury herbal flavour, and crisp preserved mustard greens with vegetal sour salty sweet flavour. A liberal dressing of gravy completes this punchy dish.

8/6/26 - 4.5 stars A Michelin recommended small eatery in Chinatown. Place gets pretty crowded, but, it bustles with good vibes. Service is fairly quick, but, as expected with a cheap eat, don't expect super comfy seating or indoor air con. Pork rump Flavour: S+, 8.5/10. It's tasty and juicy with just enough fat. Good all rounder Texture: S, 8/10. Tender and juicy. Value: S, 8/10. 100 baht for the plate with rice. Crispy pork Flavour: SS, 9/10. Texture: SS+, 9.5/10. Almost perfect. The meat could have a bit juicier. Value: A, 7/10. 200 baht for that plate Roll noodles soup Soup: SS+, 9.5/10. Peppery and a bit spiced with the good umami. Could have been slightly deeper in flavour but otherwise excellent. Pork: SS, 9/10 Noodles: SS, 9/10. Bouncy and chewy. Signature dish for a reason Value: S, 8/10. 100 baht. Best dish for sure.

Visited Nai Ek Roll Noodle during our Chinatown trip and it was one of the most satisfying meals we had. The place was busy with a lively atmosphere, which is always a good sign, but the service was still fast and organized. We ordered the signature roll noodle soup and it was excellent. The broth was rich, peppery, and full of flavor without being too heavy. The rolled noodles had a smooth texture and soaked up the soup beautifully, making every bite comforting and delicious. We also tried the black chicken soup, which was a pleasant surprise. The soup tasted rich and nourishing, with a deep herbal flavor that felt very comforting. Perfect if you want something warm and hearty. The real star of the meal was the deep fried crispy pork. It came out hot, perfectly crispy, and incredibly addictive. The outside had a satisfying crunch while the meat inside stayed juicy and tender. It was so good that I immediately ordered another portion because one serving was not enough. The boiled bean curd was simple but done well, soft and fresh, while the chrysanthemum drinks were refreshing and balanced out the richness of the food nicely. Overall, this is a fantastic spot in Yaowarat for classic comfort food done right. Great flavors, quick service, and dishes that make you want to come back again. Highly recommended if you are visiting Chinatown.

Not too large & always crowded. No AC, fan only. The service was very professional; we lined up, ordered, and paid before getting a seat. Once seated, the food came out quite quickly. The offal soup completely won me over. There was absolutely no unpleasant offal smell, which shows they processed it very carefully. The broth was clear, not too greasy, and fragrant with herbs.