Yan Nawa Area

I have to say, I sympathize with your reservations about that area.  Rama III is not a favorite of mine.  It is very industrial around there and the only plus I can see is being near the river and perhaps being able to hop across the river to that green area for some cycling.  I would not live in that area but I guess some people do.

I always preferred Ratchadamri, Phloen Chit, Chidlom, Langsuan, Ton Son, and Ruam Ruedi, but that area is quite far from Rama III.

Thanks for that.  Good information.  I guess I'm torn between the convenience of living close to work and a more interesting area.  My recollection of Bangkok is that the traffic can be horrible.

I would suggest you to looking into Sathorn and Silom area instead, if you don't want to go to Sukhumvit area.

Yannawa and Rama 3 area are mostly the residential area for local Thai people. There are a lot of restaurants and pub/bar (Thai Style) as well as the shopping mall, Central Rama 3, Home Pro Rama 3, and some local community malls.

I hope this help.

BKPR