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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.
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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.
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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.
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Fruit Smoothies: San Smoothies
San Smoothies, located at Rambuttri Alleys near Khaosan Road, is a tourist favorite offering customizable smoothies made from fresh fruits.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Roasted Peanut Bobae
Price: 30-40 BahtOpen: EverydayLocation: Open on Google MapsVideo: Watch on Instagram
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dumpling: Uncle Eak
Uncle Eak is originally from Nakhon Si Thammarat. He has been selling dumplings and steamed noodles for the past 21 years.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jackfruit: Bobae
Price: 30-40 BahtOpen: EverydayLocation: Open on Google MapsVideo: Watch on Instagram
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Bok Kia: Jay Mee
Price: 30-40 BahtOpen: EverydayLocation: Open on Google MapsVideo: Watch on Instagram
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Fried Kanom Pia: Tui Tor Or
Price: 80-100 BahtOpen: EverydayLocation: Open on Google MapsVideo: Watch on Instagram