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Best Cafes in Bangkok

Places
701
Neighbourhoods
22
Busiest
Silom & Sathorn

701 cafes

Where to find them, by line

Bigger station, more cafes. Tap a stop for that neighbourhood.

BTS Sukhumvit Line

341 cafes

  1. N5Ari & Pradipat48 cafes
  2. N3Victory Monu­ment5 cafes
  3. N2Phaya Thai36 cafes
  4. CENSiam—
  5. E1Ratcha­prasong38 cafes
  6. E2Ploen­chit26 cafes
  7. E3Nana39 cafes
  8. E4Asok29 cafes
  9. E5Phrom Phong20 cafes
  10. E6Thonglor21 cafes
  11. E7Ekkamai33 cafes
  12. E8Phra Kha­nong—
  13. E9On Nut32 cafes
  14. E13Bang Na14 cafes

BTS Silom Line

82 cafes

  1. S2Silom & Sathorn75 cafes
  2. S6Riverside7 cafes

MRT Blue Line

157 cafes

  1. China­town70 cafes
  2. Bang Rak12 cafes
  3. Sukhumvit39 cafes
  4. Ratchada36 cafes

Airport Rail Link

16 cafes

  1. Pratunam3 cafes
  2. Ramkham­haeng13 cafes

Chao Phraya Express Boat

57 cafes

  1. Khao San57 cafes

Off the rail map

Other Bangkok39

Before you go

Cafes in Bangkok: what to know

Cafes in Bangkok run from specialty coffee roasters to dessert cafes and laptop-friendly spaces. Listings across the city show the address, rating and hours.

Ari is known for independent cafes in converted houses, and Ari & Pradipat has one of the largest groups of listings. Thonglor and Ekkamai have specialty coffee and brunch spots. Bang Rak's Charoen Krung and Chinatown's Talat Noi have cafes in old shophouses. Malls in Siam and Ratchaprasong hold chains and dessert cafes.

By number of listings, Silom & Sathorn, Chinatown and Khao San lead. Sukhumvit, Nana and Ratchaprasong follow. Many cafes open early and close by early evening.

Before you go:

  • Check the opening hours. Many independent cafes close by 5 or 6pm and one day a week.
  • If you plan to work, check power sockets, Wi-Fi and any time limit on laptops.
  • Expect crowds at popular cafes at weekends. Weekday mornings are quieter.
  • Ask about plant-based milk and allergens if they matter to you.
  • Check the map pin, since some cafes sit in sois or on upper floors.

Working all day? A coworking space may suit better. See the guide to coworking spaces by BTS station and our cafes for remote work round-up.

For a first morning in a new neighbourhood, a cafe near the BTS gives you wi-fi, a seat and a quiet start. Read the neighbourhoods guide to choose an area.

Some cafes post a seasonal menu, so check the cafe's own page for the latest items.

Some cafes post a seasonal menu, so check the cafe's own page for the latest items.

Own a cafe? List it free or see listing plans. Press Claim Listing on an existing page.

Frequently asked questions

Which area of Bangkok is known for cafes?

Ari, Thonglor, Ekkamai and Charoen Krung in Bang Rak are known for independent cafes. Chinatown's Talat Noi has cafes in old shophouses. Open the area pages to compare cafes near you. Weekdays are calmer than weekends. Weekdays are calmer than weekends.

Can I work from cafes in Bangkok?

Many cafes welcome laptops, but some limit time or have no sockets. Check the cafe before you settle in. For full-day work, a coworking space may suit better. Check the opening hours and any laptop rule before you settle in, and buy a drink at least every hour or two. Check the opening hours and any laptop rule before you settle in, and buy a drink at least every hour or two.

What time do Bangkok cafes close?

Many independent cafes close by 5 or 6pm, and some close one day a week. Mall cafes keep mall hours. Check the listing and any social media post before you travel. Some cafes open later at weekends, so check social media for the latest hours. Some cafes open later at weekends, so check social media for the latest hours.

Are there cafes with plant-based milk?

Many specialty cafes offer plant-based milk. Ask at the counter, and ask about allergens if they matter to you. Listings cannot confirm the menu, so check with the cafe. Ask the barista about oat, soy and almond choices and any extra charge. Ask the barista about oat, soy and almond choices and any extra charge.

Where do I find dessert cafes?

Malls in Siam and Ratchaprasong hold chains and dessert cafes. Independent dessert places are spread across the neighbourhoods. Open the area pages and check the opening times. Weekday afternoons are quieter than weekends. Weekday afternoons are quieter than weekends.