The question isn’t, where can I get poutine in Bangkok? The question is, why isn’t it everywhere? It’s gravy, it’s curds, it’s French fries—beloved of Canadians and drunk people everywhere. Now, folks in North America can be pretty particular about poutine purity, but we’ve got no time for that. Poutine comes in many forms in Bangkok, so let’s get to it.

Bangkok Poutine

Old Town needs gravy and fries too. Bangkok Poutine does what it says on the sign. They’ve got a big menu from falafels to burgers, and in that they’ve got nine poutine options. The classic will set you back B150, but they also have bacon and onion, Italian with bolognese sauce, Mexican with beef and bell pepper, and even a Thai option with chicken, chili, and basil leaves, all ranging from B200-B250. 

Bad Poutine

Found in what’s fast becoming known as Bangkok’s coolest neighborhood in Songwat, Bad Poutine does things a little differently. Opening in 2023 (with bar Bukowski & Co opening upstairs the next year), this place doesn’t care about keeping poutine simple. We’re talking buttermilk chicken, pastrami, rib-eye steak, pulled pork, and more, all ranging from B150 to B250. Co-owned by Kasemparn “Fame” Jujindalert and Suparkorn “Pixie” Tipsumonta, Bad Poutine do poutine their way and don’t care who knows it. 

Sauced

One of the newer and very Canadian options in Bangkok, Sauced doesn’t just bring you some classic poutine, they’ve even got a Canadian Caesar. Canadian Dave Zalewski who might be found tossing the wings by hand in the kitchen, and the selection is properly nuts—from sweet Oh Canada maple syrup to burn-your-entire-face-off Phed Phed wings. Found on the Phra Khanong side of town, they offer poutine both in classic form and with pad kra pow beef. 

Fatty’s Bar and Diner

You’ll probably know Fatty’s from their live music and cheap beer and, of course, their ever-popular live music sets, but they, too, boast those fries, gravy, and curd at B240. Winner of the Best Dive Bar for three years running at the BAD Awards, the theme here comes from south of Canada’s border in Wisconsin, where they still appreciate a bit of poutine. Sure, they’ve got poutine, but you really don’t want to miss the wings at Fatty’s. 

Breakfast Story 

Everyone knows Hair of the Dog does their Canadian brothers strong with the beer game, but they’re also the minds behind Breakfast Story, which means poutine is definitely on the menu. When it comes to Breakfast Story, you’ve got a few options. The classic poutine is definitely a go-to, but you’ve also got options with a breakfast poutine complete with eggs and bacon and a sloppy poutine with sloppy joe mix and cheddar. Breakfast Story has a lot of dishes other places aren’t doing, and they’re definitely a spot for people craving a very North American plate. 

Five Dollar Philly Cheese Steak

Found in both Phra Khanong and Sathorn, Five Dollar Philly Cheese Steaks serves up, you guessed it, Philly cheese steaks, complete with a variety of meats and cheeses—and their milkshakes are no slouch either. They have just one poutine option, which features sea salt and black pepper with beef gravy over fries, but the kickers are the crispy shallots and bacon on top. 

Grain

Okay, we’ll be the first to admit, this is stretching the definition just a little. Grain, known for their healthy food, does have a poutine breakfast. The problem? No fries. Instead, it’s diced potatoes, but it comes with egg, bacon, cheddar cheese, gravy, and sourdough. So, if you’re wanting to keep off the pounds or you’re just wanting to eat with someone who doesn’t agree with your life choices of shoving pounds of potato and gravy in your gob, this is the one.