Guay Tiew Reua in Bangkok ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรือ
Guay tiew reua is boat noodles known for a dark, rich broth served in small cups. It fits first-timers who want to try a few cups in one sitting.
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Thaiก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรือ · kuai tiao ruea
Price20 to 40 THB a cup
AreaVictory Monument alleys
OrderTwo or three cups
What it tastes like
- Dark soy, five-spice, and a blood-thickened broth. Pork or beef, morning glory, and fried garlic.
How to order it
- Thai name: kuai tiao ruea (ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรือ).
- Say: Khor kuai tiao ruea neua, song thuai, khrap/kha.
- Song thuai means two cups. Ask if the broth uses blood if that matters.
Typical price
- 2026 cash: 20 to 40 THB a cup.
Where to try it
- Victory Monument boat-noodle alleys, Phaya Thai Rd alleys, Ratchathewi. 10:00 to 20:00. 20 to 40 THB a cup. BTS Victory Monument. Sit on a stool and order cups.
Spice level and diet
- Heat: Chili vinegar on the table. The broth itself is rich more than hot.
- Diet: Often contains blood, pork or beef, and fish sauce. Not a vegetarian bowl.
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- How many cups?
- Two for a light lunch. Three if this is the meal.
- Pork or beef?
- Both are normal. Beef is the darker cup.