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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.

Dessert

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.

Dessert

Thai Crepe: Nang Tua Dee

Tucked away inside a small alley near Khao San Road, this aunt sells Thai-style crepes to local passersby.

Drink

Local Coffee: Canal Boat Coffee

Canal Boat Coffee is a traditional coffee vendor selling from a boat in a canal, run by an elderly man with over 20 years of experience.

Drink

Local Coffee: Khon Gun Aeng

Khon Gun Aeng Coffee, located in the Saphan Wan Chat Morning Market near Khao San Road, is a favorite spot for locals.

Drink

Local Coffee: Muan Jai

Muan Jai, located near Lotus Charansanitwong. Once entangled in the dark world of loan sharking, he turned himself into a coffee seller.

Drink

Local Coffee: IU Coffee x Slowbar

IU Coffee, a cozy local café known mostly to locals and delivery drivers. He uses a robot coffee machine to brew a variety of beans.