Night Jok in Khon Kaen โจ๊ก
Night jok is known for a late rice porridge, often finished with cha lua ham and a soft egg. Jok Guay Jab Tom Sen on Namueang Road in Khon Kaen opens daily at 17:30 and runs until 02:00.
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Thaiโจ๊ก · jok
PriceTypical bowl 40 to 70 THB
RoomJok Guay Jab Tom Sen, Namueang Road
Clock17:30 to 02:00 daily
What it tastes like
- Soft rice, white pepper, and optional ham and egg. A night porridge.
How to order it
- Thai name: jok (โจ๊ก).
- Say: Khor jok, khrap/kha.
- Daily from 17:30 to 02:00. A typical bowl is 40 to 70 THB.
Typical price
- 2026 cash: Typical bowl 40 to 70 THB.
Where to try it
- Jok Guay Jab Tom Sen, 123/20 Namueang Road, Nai Mueang, Khon Kaen 40000. 17:30 to 02:00 daily. Typical bowl 40 to 70 THB. Skip this, go here: Any hour before 17:30 is too early for this porridge. Baan Heng on Klang Mueang Road covers breakfast through 21:00, a typical plate 40 to 120 THB.
Spice level and diet
- Heat: Mild pepper.
- Diet: Pork if you add ham. Ask for the plain bowl if you want it simpler.
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- Is this a lunch shop?
- No. It opens at 17:30 and runs until 02:00 daily.
- What do people add?
- Cha lua ham and a soft-boiled egg are the usual extras.