Exploring Buddhist Temple of Dallas, Texas: Authentic Thai Street Food & Cultural Experience.

If you’re a fan of Thai food, then you cannot miss the gastronomic gem that is the weekly Sunday Thai Street food market at the stunning Buddhist Temple, a beautiful sanctuary in North Dallas. The Thai Market is filled with street food, desserts, gifts, teas and more. We stopped by and had an amazing culinary and cultural experience!
SUNDAY THAI MARKET
Every Sunday from 9am-3pm, the backside of the Temple fills with more than a dozen food stalls cooking up all sorts of authentic and unique Thai dishes. Everyone is so welcoming and excited to share their authentic Thai street foods! We sampled many dishes, some we were familiar with, like steamed pork dumplings, and others, like a tapioca peanut ball, we’d never tried before. It’s been a weekly tradition for over a decade and still going strong, with some stalls running out of food before noon even hits so pro tip: GET THERE EARLY! ⏰Another pro tip: it is CASH ONLY! 💵
THE STALLS
Run by members of the Temple, proceeds from the market go back to the Temple so it’s a volunteer operation that’s filled with a lot of community and love. Everyone is lovely and the food being served is so authentically Thai, that you may not find some of the dishes anywhere else in the city.
Also be sure to dress accordingly, there is some shade but the market is held outdoors.
FOODS TO TRY
🥭 Mango Sticky Rice🌶️ Papaya Salad 🥓 Pork Skewers☕️Thai Coffee🌿Basil Chicken🌭 Spicy Sausage🍍 Pineapple Rice🍜 Boat Noodles🐟 Fish Cakes
& THEN PICNIC
After grabbing a few different dishes, you can grab a table next to the market but we recommend walking to the Temple gardens which are beautifully manicured, to take in the scenery while snacking in a shaded spot. Once you gather your many dishes (it’s hard to resist not filling your arms to the brim with goodies), head to the koi pond and garden area to find a beautiful setting to enjoy! A hit for kids too!
THE TEMPLE
You may see monks walking around while on the grounds. You can go inside and see the stunning art and you can even get involved with the Temple! If interested in learning more about Buddhism, they host a Western discussion in English every Wednesday at 7pm after chanting and meditation.
MAKE YOUR PLANS!
It’s easy to put off going as the market happens each and every Sunday but it is truly such an amazing thing that we have in Dallas. It allows you to interact with an amazing culture, support the Buddhist Temple and its community, and all while eating some INCREDIBLE food! Location:Buddhist Temple of Dallas8484 Stults Rd, Dallas, TX 75243
Timings:
Open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Sunday Thai Market: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (or until stalls sell out)
Attractions:
Serene gardens and koi pond
Intricate carvings and vibrant artwork
Regular talks on Dhamma, Kamma, and Sila
Authentic Thai cuisine on weekends
Parking:
Limited parking available on-site
Additional parking at Dallas Lutheran School office nearby
Consider using rideshare services to avoid parking hassles
Offerings in the Temple:
Morning religious chants at 8:00 AM
Religious ceremony and food offering to the monks at 11:00 AM
Evening chanting and meditation at 6:00 PM
Sunday Thai Market:
A dozen or so vendors selling street-style Thai food
Popular items include mango sticky rice, papaya salad, pork skewers, Thai coffee, basil chicken, spicy sausage, pineapple rice, boat noodles, and fish cakes
Cash only, though some stalls may accept Zelle with a $10 minimum
Vegetarian and gluten-free options available
Free coffee in the back left corner of the building
Bring your own water to avoid spending on bottled water
Arrive early to avoid missing out on popular dishes

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[@TintTravel]

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[@TintTravel]

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[@sabarishsathasivan]

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[@TintTravel]

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[@SGameX-b5c]

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[@TintTravel]

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[@ChefNikky]

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[@TintTravel]

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[@TintTravel]

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[@กุลธิดาดีประเสริฐ-ษ6ฎ]

May I have permission to share your video? I am a volunteer teacher I teach Thai language and Thai culture. From the Thai language teaching project and Thai culture abroad, Faculty of Education, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand, at this temple And I think this video is very helpful. I want everyone to know more about this temple. and invite everyone to come and see the beauty of this temple I thank you very much

[@TintTravel]

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[@SGameX-b5c]

I like your video Sir! What camera do you use?

[@TintTravel]

Thank you! I use iPhone 15 pro max, 16 pro max, go pro hero 12, z30 Nikon

[@SGameX-b5c]

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[@TintTravel]

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