Curated by Surround Living
In a city where creativity thrives and details matter, the coffee experience in Bangkok goes far beyond the cup. At Surround Living, we believe that where you sip your espresso is just as important as how it tastes. Whether you're looking for a cozy morning hideaway, a quiet spot for creative thinking, or simply a beautifully designed space to inspire your day, we've rounded up 10 cafés that pay just as much attention to interiors as they do to their menus. From restored heritage houses to sculptural furniture and curated curiosities, these are the spots we return to again and again — for coffee with character.
1. The Living Room at Baan Trok Tua Ngork
Above: The Living Room on the fourth floor of Baan Trok, surrounded by framed contemporary artworks, floral arrangements, and traditional carved wooden panels.
Perched on the fourth floor of Baan Trok Tua Ngork, The Living Room cafe offers a calm, curated escape in the heart of Chinatown. Designed and operated by the founding siblings themselves, it blends vintage charm with modern touches—think mirrored surfaces, linen sofas, and softly worn leather chairs. Surrounded by design-forward furniture curated, displayed by Surround Living, everything in the space is also for sale, making it a rare "shoppable café." Part salon, part showroom, and part cultural hub, The Living Room invites guests to linger, connect, and experience the soul of Baan Trok in an ever-evolving setting
Above: Interior of Floral Café at Napasorn in Bangkok, featuring whimsical vintage decor with antique chandeliers, taxidermy, framed art, and lush greenery.
Surrounded by flower shops and right opposite one of the city’s biggest flower markets, Floral Café at Napasorn feels like stepping into a whimsical dream. Bursting with character, the space is filled with lush floral arrangements, antique chandeliers, and curious, mismatched furniture that together create a magic forest atmosphere. Every corner is a visual feast—eclectic, romantic, and artfully layered. It’s not just a place for coffee; it’s an immersive escape for design lovers who appreciate creativity in every detail. Whether you’re drawn to its vintage charm or the surreal, storybook-like setting, Floral Café offers a truly one-of-a-kind experience in this charming old town neighbourhood.
3. Mustang Blu
Above: Interior of Mustang Blu Hotel in Bangkok showcasing grand lotus-shaped columns, rustic ceilings, antique furniture, and lush indoor plants, creating an atmospheric blend of colonial, botanical, and vintage design in a restored historical building.
Mustang Blu is a dream stop for design lovers and history buffs alike. Housed in a century-old building that once served as a bank, hospital, and massage parlour, it has been meticulously restored by designer Ananda Chalardcharoen to reveal its original architectural charm and serve as a hotel, restaurant and cafe in this unique modern reincarnation of the space. The café and hotel interiors fuse vintage Chinese apothecary cabinets, train station-inspired counters, and taxidermy curios from Chalardcharoen’s own collection—creating a mood that’s both moody and magical. Set in the heart of Chinatown, it offers more than great coffee: it’s a journey through Bangkok’s layered urban past, reimagined through bold, theatrical design.
4. Citizen Tea Canteen of Nowhere
Above: Bold exterior of Citizen Tea Canteen of Nowhere featuring floor-to-ceiling checkered orange, black, and white tiles, wooden doors, neon signage, and playful design elements.
Citizen Tea Canteen of Nowhere is a visually arresting hybrid space that blends design, culture, and community. The space channels the spirit of Thai-Chinese tea culture into a showroom-meets-tearoom experience. Bold orange-and-black silk-screened tiles wrap the walls from floor to ceiling, emblazoned with symbols like dragons, tigers, and tea canisters—each one a nod to Talat Noi’s rich Chinatown heritage. Though not a café in the traditional sense, it offers a design-lover’s dreamscape: immersive, conceptual, and craft-focused. It’s a space where storytelling, cultural roots, and experimental design meet in joyful rebellion.
Above: Charming rooftop greenhouse of Wallflowers Café in Bangkok, adorned with lush greenery, string lights, mismatched chairs, and a glass façade surrounded by potted plants
Situated in the heart of Bangkok’s old Chinatown, Wallflowers Café is a multi-level space where rustic romance meets creative flair. Equal parts café, restaurant, and bar, the space blooms with charm—from its ivy-covered walls and vintage furnishings to the curated floral arrangements that echo its name. Each floor offers a different mood, but it’s the rooftop that steals the show: a breezy perch with sweeping views of Chinatown’s historic shophouses. Whether you’re sipping coffee, enjoying cocktails, or indulging in comfort food, Wallflowers invites you to slow down, soak in the atmosphere, and discover a hidden slice of Bangkok’s past.
6. Cilantro
Above: Guests dining beneath a lush canopy of greenery at Cilantro Café, nestled in the courtyard of GalileOasis Bangkok—surrounded by tropical plants, vintage architecture, and creative energy in a peaceful garden setting.
Cilantro Café, nestled on the first floor of GalileOasis, offers a lush escape in the heart of Bangkok’s vintage architectural charm. Surrounded by beautifully aged buildings and tucked within a creative compound, this leafy café is adorned with greenery from wall to wall, creating a serene urban jungle atmosphere. Guests can unwind over fresh coffee and hearty brunch plates, before wandering upstairs to explore rotating art exhibitions. With its roots in community and culture, Cilantro is more than just a café—it’s a gathering place where design lovers can experience local creativity through monthly markets, events, and ever-evolving artistic energy.
Above: Exterior view of Bottomless Sukhumvit 33, featuring a striking brick façade with geometric patterns and minimalist outdoor seating beneath branded cream umbrellas—set against a modern urban backdrop in Bangkok.
Bottomless Sukhumvit 33 offers a refined coffee experience inside a striking brick building designed like a modern loft. Part of the beloved Bottomless chain—known for its meticulous brewing and passion for the craft—this branch stands out with its sleek, minimalist interiors that echo a soft brutalist aesthetic. The spacious layout, clean lines, and calming tones create the perfect atmosphere for those who take their coffee seriously. Whether you’re here to unwind or catch up on work, Bottomless Sukhumvit 33 invites you to slow down, savour each sip, and enjoy the thoughtful intersection of design, comfort, and exceptional coffee.
Above: Interior of Akirart Cafe Studio in Bangkok, showcasing a retro industrial setup with vintage computer monitors, metal filing cabinets, exposed concrete walls, and a person sketching in the corner.
Akirart Café Studio is a hidden gem for design lovers and nostalgia seekers alike. Housed in what was once a film processing shop, the two-story space transports visitors straight into a retro 1980s office, complete with vintage Apple iMacs, fax machines, floppy disks, and drawers full of character. The first floor serves delicious coffee, while the upper level doubles as a cozy seating area and a tiny film development studio. With its immersive atmosphere, quirky details, and retro photo booth, Akirart is more than just a café—it’s a playful time capsule perfect for unique photos and laid-back afternoons.
Above: Interior view of 103 Bed and Brews in Bangkok’s Old Town, showcasing a vintage Chinese tea room atmosphere with patterned tile floors, dark wood counter, retro decor, and traditional Chinese ceramic accents.
Tucked into Bangkok’s historic Old Town, 103 Bed and Brews blends the soul of a Chinese tea room with modern café culture. Housed in a beautifully restored merchant’s shophouse, this boutique hotel and coffee bar offers a warm, heritage-rich space to enjoy cold brew on tap, Thai-grown Arabica espresso, herbal tonics, and sweet treats. Subtle colonial Chinese details evoke the building’s former life as a hub for traditional herbal medicine. Today, 103 is a cozy neighbourhood lounge—inviting guests to slow down, sip thoughtfully, and connect with the cultural rhythms of Yaowarat from morning coffee to evening wind-downs.
10. Featherstone Bistro & Lifestyle Shop
Interior of Featherstone Bistro & Lifestyle Shop in Bangkok, featuring antique apothecary-style decor and vintage furniture.
Step into Featherstone Bistro & Lifestyle Shop, where every corner whispers a story. Designed to evoke an old-world apothecary, this café-meets-boutique fuses European antiques, mystical charm, and early 1900s aesthetics into a space that’s both enchanting and inviting. The bistro serves up artisanal fare in an atmosphere inspired by “Cabinets of Curiosities,” while the lifestyle shop brims with handpicked treasures—from vintage trinkets to fine leather goods—sourced from hidden corners across Europe. At Featherstone, collecting is an art, and each object is a storyteller. It’s a haven for design lovers, daydreamers, and seekers of the rare, curious, and beautiful.
Whether you're café-hopping for creative inspiration, on the hunt for beautiful furniture, or simply seeking a quiet afternoon refuge, these 10 spaces offer more than caffeine—they’re designed to be savoured.
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