Conceived of as a way to spread bike culture (and green living) in a city where the car is king, the stripped-down, glass-walled Café Velodome is already a hub for Bangkok’s cycling community.

Apart from providing bike racks and pumps, the staff are happy to share their knowledge on the best bike routes, local cycling groups and everything else bicycle-related. Located on the eastern edge of Thammasat University’s Tha Prachan campus, the café sits facing Sanam Luang, on the corner of Prachan and Na Phra That roads.

Drop in for a Choco Velodome (frappe, B90) or espresso affogato (coffee shot over a scoop of ice cream, B65) and a slice of cake (Thai tea and chocolate mousse are popular, all B65-90), to ensure you have plenty of energy for the ride home.

There's also a nearby spin-off dubbed Holiday by Cafe Velodome.