Mit Ko Yuan
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Mit Ko Yuan (Thai: มิตรโกหย่วน, pronounced [mít koː jùan]) is a small single-unit shophouse restaurant located on Dinso Road, opposite Bangkok City Hall and near the Giant Swing, Bangkok. It is a Hainanese Chinese restaurant in the "cookshop" style (a type of Chinese eatery owned and operated by Chinese proprietors and chefs, serving Chinese cuisine influenced by Western recipes).[1]
The restaurant has been in operation for over 80 years, dating back to the late reign of King Rama VIII. It was founded by the father of the current owner, whose name was Ko Yuan. The name "Mit Ko Yuan" literally means "Ko Yuan's friends," as he had a passion for tasting and cooking food, and was encouraged by his friends to open a restaurant. The business has continued to operate to this day.[1]
Inside the restaurant, a price board dating back to 1966 is still on display.[2]