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Discover Bangkok’s small alleys (SokSoi) with our articles, diving into local life to find unique markets, food, drinks, and desserts away from the crowds.
Local Market: Trok Mor (Morning Market)
Trok Mor Morning Market is a local treasure. Away from the busy tourist spots, this market gives you a real taste of the city’s daily life.
Local Coffee: Railway Roaster
Railway Roaster, in a cozy alley by the railway, offers lots of different coffee beans thanks to the owner’s experience with famous roasters.
Fruit Smoothies: San Smoothies
San Smoothies, located at Rambuttri Alleys near Khaosan Road, is a tourist favorite offering customizable smoothies made from fresh fruits.
Crispy Pork: Uncle Jai Dee
Uncle Jai Dee’s stall in Trok Mor Morning Market sells signature Red Pork and Crispy Pork, cooked in a charcoal oven. It is a true delight.
Local Coffee: Take Me Home
Take Me Home Coffee is a delightful slow bar moka pot cafe located next to Mahanak Mosque. Owned by a Muslim proprietor
Chinese Dessert: Jay Muay
At Jay Muay, you’ve got to try their soy milk and Chinese dessert —it’s made with a unique smoky flavor from traditional charcoal cooking.
Local Coffee: O.K. Star Bung
O.K. Star Bung, formerly embroiled in a lawsuit for its resemblance to an international coffee brand, has become a renowned local coffee cart.
Local Coffee: Yuk Yik Coffee
Yuk Yik Coffee is a beloved coffee vendor in Bangkok’s old city. Using premium Pacamara beans and brewing with a moka pot.
Deep Fried Beef: Beef Curtain
Beef Curtain is the unique street food. The stall earned its name because the owner always hangs beef to dry in the sun
Fruit Juice: Jee Jie Juice
Jee Jie Juice’s dedication to using only real fruit ensures every sip is pure and refreshing. Located on Tani Road, not far from Khaosan Road.
Local Coffee: 292 Slowbar Cafe
292 Slowbar Cafe is tucked away in the small alleys behind Wat Intharawihan, a place where people visit to pray to Luang Phor To.
Local Coffee: Coffee First
Coffee First is a coffee shop among locals near Khaosarn Road. Open every day, it’s the go-to spot for locals seeking budget-friendly coffee.
Local Coffee: Nerb Rim Rang
Nerb Rim Rang is owned by a full-time coffee salesman who decided to open his own coffee stall on weekends to earn some extra income.
French Fries: Rama 8 Bridge
Crispy French fries are sold under Rama 8 Bridge. You can buy local snacks and eat along the Chao Phraya River while watching the sunset.
Roasted Peanut Bobae
This aunt sells roasted peanuts using the sand and salt method, which is both interesting and unique. The peanuts are nutty and crispy.
Congee: Jok Khao Hom
Jok Khao Hom is located close to Tiger God Shrine (San Chao Pho Sua), and they’ve been selling congee for over 10 years.
Noodle: Ba Mee Ban Nern
Ba Mee Ban Nern is located near Thon Buri Station and owned by an elderly woman with over 20 years of experience selling pink noodle soup.
Crispy Pork: Aunt Moo Dang
Aunt Moo Dang is owned by an elderly woman who used to sell food in school & government canteen. Crispy pork & red grilled pork is good.
Dumpling: Uncle Eak
Uncle Eak is originally from Nakhon Si Thammarat. He has been selling dumplings and steamed noodles for the past 21 years.
Beef Noodle: Luk Larn King Phet
Beef Noodle Luk Larn King Phet is located on Phetchaburi Soi 10. It’s delicious, and they occasionally sell beef jerky in front of the shop.
Beef Noodle: Wat Sangwet
Beef Noodle Wat Sangwet is located opposite Let’s Zzz Bangkok, behind Wat Sangwet. It is not far from Phra Sumen Fort on Phra Arthit Road.
Pork Satay: Ban Moo Satay
Ban Moo Satay is located the Trok Mor market. The pork satay is tender and flavorful, perfectly complemented by a well-balanced peanut sauce.
Kanom Krok: Jay Pui
Kanom Krok Jay Pui is located inside Soi Phetchaburi 10, near King Phet all-day market. The Kanom Krok is delicious, with a crispy outside.
Cassava Cake Coconut: Trok Mor
Cassava Cake with Shredded Coconut, known in Thai as “Kanom Hua Man”. The vendor also sells delicious Coconut Balls (Kanom Tom).
Local Coffee: Boka Pot
Boka Pot is a delightful coffee stall on wheels. She named it by combining her name ‘Bo’ with ‘Moka Pot’, reflecting her passion for coffee.
Local Coffee: 16 Streets Coffee
16 Street Coffee sells different types of coffee beans and special drinks. The walls are decorated with awesome graffiti by Muebon.
Local Coffee: Tam Arom Cafe
Tam Arom Cafe, run by a young graduate of Suankularb Wittayalai School. With its robot machine, the cafe brews coffee with care.
Local Coffee: Trok Mor Coffee
Trok Mor Coffee located inside Trok Mor Morning Market. Their coffee is strong, helps you wake up and enjoy your shopping at the market.
Kanom Krok: Royal Cuisine
Kanom Krok is a delicious coconut pancake. This street vendor claims they got the recipe from a chef who worked in a palace.
Soy Milk: Bieow Nang Loeng
This uncle sells soy milk at Nang Loeng Market, serving hot and healthy soy milk to the local community. He uses coal to boil the soy milk.
Local Coffee: Ballsu Coffee
Ballsu is a coffee shop owned by a champion barista who has won awards for his coffee-making skills. He offers a wide selection of coffee.
Local Coffee: Coffee Bear
Coffee Bear is a coffee shop set up in a parked car near Taling Chan Floating Market, located across from the renowned Dr. Mon Pet Clinic.
Roti: Ban Khrua Nuea
This aunt sells roti that’s less oily but still crispy and delicious. It’s Halal and made by Muslims serving the local community.
Kanom Bueang: Nai Dum
Kanom Bueang Nai Dum is a smaller version of the original. Sold at Wang Lang Market, where you can enjoy it with Thai tea while shopping.
Thai Crepe: Crepes Cup
These crepes are not only beautiful but also super crispy and delicious. My favorite order is banana with Nutella.
Local Coffee: Fuku Cafe
Fuku Cafe is owned by a local girl and situated within Taling Chan Floating Market. She brewed using both the moka pot and drip coffee.
Jackfruit: Bobae
This aunt sells Jackfruit at the local price of only 25 Baht. Though she doesn’t earn much, it’s enough to feed herself.
Bok Kia: Jay Mee
Near Khao San Road, you can find Chinese Shaved Ice, a traditional Thai-Chinese dessert called Bok Kia. Located near Chao Pho Nu Shrine.
Fried Kanom Pia: Tui Tor Or
Kanom Pia is a Chinese pastry stuffed with nuts and sesame. This vendor has a creative twist: she fries it on a pan to make it extra crispy.
