Baan Rie Coffee

Corner of Ekkamai, Sukhumvit Rd., 02-391-9784. www.banriecoffee.com Open daily 24 hours.
Baan Rie is famous not only for its distinct Thai traditional decor style but also because it’s open 24/7. Playing outside are nostalgic hits, but once inside, you’ll only hear the banter and gossip of office workers and students—the mixed crowd of a true diner. Domestic ingredients are emphasized here, with Thai coffees ranging from a bitter Asia Bork, a soft and sweet Bangkok Bork Blend, and a softly scented Baanrie Bork (from B20-120). There are also ample electrical outlets to satisfy your phone or your computer’s needs although the wifi service is not free (B50/hour).

Blue Door

3 Ekkamai Soi 10 (Ekkamai Shopping Mall), 02-726-9779. Open Mon-Sat 11am-11pm
We’re reminded of the bookish cafes in Chiang Mai or Pai with the books sitting pretty on their white shelves, ranging from Thai fiction to travel journals and philosophy. Apart from that, the café serves basic Thai dishes (B60-100), freshly brewed coffee (B65), and some homemade ice cream made from soy milk (B39). There’s also live music on random Fridays and the place is usually packed in the afternoon. Free wifi.

Feel Coffee

584 Ekkamai Soi 26, 080-621-8000. Open daily 8am-6pm
The former Groove Room has been taken over by a new retro style pub named Café de Bangkok. But we’re more interested in the earthy coffee shop that shares the outside space during the day. Sure, it can get hot on the retro wooden furniture but a cup of coffee, from hot to cold, will only cost you around B35-60. They also serve smoothies with yogurt (B60-65). For something new, try their fresh milk menu that comes in different flavors like apple, pineapple, orange, kiwi, and grape. Free wifi.

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