Thailand Guide

Laab Somphit in Khao Yai ลาบ

Laab is minced meat tossed with lime, toasted rice, and chili, the Isan salad this room is known for. Laab Somphit on the Pak Chong to Lam Somphung road serves it daily from 09:00 to 21:30.

Khao Yai60 to 150 THBlap Thai food hub
Laab Somphit in Khao Yai

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Thaiลาบ · lap
Price60 to 150 THB
RoomLaab Somphit, Pak Chong
Clock09:00 to 21:30

What it tastes like

  • Lime, toasted rice, and chili on minced meat. Sticky rice on the side. Som tum is the usual partner.

How to order it

  • Thai name: lap (ลาบ).
  • Say: Khor lap, pet nit noi, khrap/kha.
  • Say the meat and the heat. The Korat city room is a different address.

Typical price

  • 2026 cash: 60 to 150 THB.

Where to try it

  • Laab Somphit Pak Chong, 49/1 Pak Chong-Lam Somphung Rd, Pak Chong, Nakhon Ratchasima 30130. 09:00 to 21:30 daily. 60 to 150 THB. Skip this, go here: skip the Korat city branch; the Pak Chong room is the one near Khao Yai.

Spice level and diet

  • Heat: Hot. Say pet nit noi.
  • Diet: Meat salad. Ask which mince is cooked.

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Common questions

Korat or Pak Chong?
This address is Pak Chong. The Michelin room on Chan Road is Korat city.
How late?
Listed until 21:30. The night market is the other evening option.