American breakfast dreams come true at this homey, intimate all-day-dining spot perched above a craft beer bar. Let the tantalizing scents from the open kitchen guide you through their extensive line-up of morning classics, like buttery pancakes drenched with maple syrup; three egg omelets; country potatoes; and bottomless, self-serve American drip coffee—all of which are available until late.
2/F, Hair of the Dog, 593/27 Sukhumvit Rd. 02-258-1461. Open daily 7am-11pm
In a modern and minimal setting, this casual, all-day diner serves healthy takes on hearty Western and Asian food. Ingredients like quinoa, flaxseed, acai berry and chia dominate the menu in dishes like Italian seafood quinoa, avocado toast, acai smoothie bowls topped with house-made granola and cacao pancakes served with banana, chocolate, nuts and vanilla ice cream. Wash it all down with a caramel macchiato or a cold-pressed juice.
6/9 Sukhumvit Soi 39, 083-656-6141. Open daily 9am-6pm
The team behind hip stationery brand and coffee stand Co-incidence have opened their first concept store. Here, you can shop for all their products and chill out with a cup of coffee. Try their specialty house blend, which uses beans sourced from Chiang Rai and Laos. Go for an espresso, or opt for a taste of something different with the Black Tonic or frothy Black and Cream. Alongside coffee and tea, they also offer a breakfast and lunch menu ranging from scrambled eggs with brioche to Japanese pork curry rice.
Sukhumvit Soi 49, 063-425-6018. Open Tue-Sun 9am-6pm
Phrom Phong foodies head here to grab their morning bread fix. Bangladeshi owner Nasirul Alam Porag is something of a fanatic when it comes to sourdough, and his unbleached flour loafs have a deliciously aerated, chewy texture. Be sure to pick up a slice of sinfully dense drizzle cake after tucking into a porchetta panini or butter croissant. The bakery also serves coffee and cold-pressed juice, which you can enjoy roadside amid a scattering of terrace seats.
245/12 Sukhumvit Soi 31, 091-720-1074. Open daily 7am-7pm
Here, Gavin Vongkusolkit, of
Glowfish and
Kuppadeli, goes Aussie with avocado eggs Benedict and classic beef Wellington. With warm woods, midnight blues, an open kitchen and a live band, this is the perfect day-to-night hangout.
68/2 Park Origin, Sukhumvit Soi 24, 099-426-8255. Open daily 7am-midnight
| Exclusively for Citi credit card members: Get a complimentary Date Pudding valued THB 300 when spending THB 1,000 or more /sales slip (limit 1 dish /card /table /sales slip) 01 Jul ’20 – 30 Jun ’21 |
Paco’s vivid plant-based smoothie bowls will add color to your Instagram photos, as well as your diet. Made with real fruit, the bowls utilize hard-to-find ingredients, such as dunaliella salina and blue spirulina (both are algae). Try the classic acai bowl or get adventurous with the charcoal-based Black Magic with banana, pineapple, blueberries, granola and sesame. With contemporary art, cool posters, neon signs and funky tunes, this compact cafe is the perfect place to kick back.
249 Sukhumvit Soi 39, 061-919-9265. Open daily 10am-8pm
Despite being in a mall, Roast’s EmQuartier branch still has all the hallmarks of an excellent cafe, from its perfect lazy weekend vibe and spacious venue to its well-portioned comfort food done right—crisp, rustic fries; tender steaks; indulgent gnocchi; hearty pastas; eggy specials; and fluffy pancakes. Coffee comes from their sister roasting business,
Roots, with a choice of low fat milk, soy milk and almond milk.
1/F, The Helix Quartier, EmQuartier, 698 Sukhumvit Rd. 094-176-3870. Open daily 10am-10pm
A cafe, restaurant and grocery store in one, this place is all about local, seasonal produce that is traceable and sustainable—and, of course, organic wherever possible. The friendly staff are always on hand to chat about their products’ origins, from the brown rice to the pure coconut oil. Try a preservative-free cold-pressed juice, like the refreshing lemon, beetroot and pineapple. Pair that with dishes from the extensive menu, which range from tropical acai bowls to a full English breakfast.
235/5 Sukhumvit Soi 31, 02-662-2510. Open Tue-Fri 9am-6pm; Sat-Sun 8am-6pm
This two-story vegan bistro exudes positive vibes from the moment you ascend the bright staircase. Green plants and natural light provide the setting for vibrant and creative dishes, ranging from jackfruit larb tacos and gyro-style “chicken” habibi wraps, to passionfruit cheesecake and homemade kombucha.
46/1 Sukhumvit Soi 24, 065-998-2201. Open daily 10am-8pm
| Exclusively for Citi credit card members: Get 10% discount when spending THB 1,200 or more / sales slip 15 Jun ’20 – 31 Dec ’20 |
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