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Explore Thailand with our articles, guiding you to walk or ride around and discover hidden gems—unique markets, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and delightful desserts—all away from the crowds.

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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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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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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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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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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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Chocolate Drink: 32 Bar Specialty Chocolate

If you’re in Bangkok and love drinks like coffee and chocolate, you’re in for a treat. The city’s small alleys and bustling markets are filled with hidden gems offering refreshing chocolate drink and expertly brewed 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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Chinese Mixed Herbs Drink: Wang Lang

In Bangkok, you can find refreshing Chinese mixed herb drinks known for their cooling and health-boosting properties. Popular blends include chrysanthemum tea, five-flower tea, winter melon drink, ginseng infusion, and loquat leaf tea. Look for these traditional drinks in small alleys and local markets.

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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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Bean Smoothies: Happy Healthy

For something different, Bangkok’s bean smoothies are a must-try. Enjoy creamy red bean smoothies, green mung bean shakes, black bean-coconut blends, soy milk-fruit smoothies, or peanut-butter chickpea shakes. Hidden spots in small alleys serve these nutritious drinks.

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Chocolate Drink: Cacao Aroi Mak

Bangkok is a haven for chocolate lovers, offering treats like rich hot chocolate, chocolate frappes, dark chocolate smoothies, chocolate milkshakes, and iced chocolate drinks. Look for these delights in small alleys and cozy market stalls

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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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Local Coffee: Daddy’s Coffee

Bangkok is home to delicious coffee options like espresso, Thai iced coffee, cappuccino, mocha, and americano. You’ll find these favorites in cozy shops hidden in small alleys and lively markets.

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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.

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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.

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Bean Smoothies: Toey Kaew

Bangkok’s smoothie scene is vibrant, with refreshing options like mango, watermelon, dragon fruit, pineapple, and coconut. These fruity delights are perfect for cooling down and can be found in small alleys and bustling markets.

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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.

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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.