Whether it’s for a bachelorette party, a weekend getaway or a shopaholic’s escape, raise your hands up high if you love travelling to Bangkok! It’s not difficult to see why the capital of the Land of Smiles is one of the top favourite travel destinations for Singaporeans. With bigger and better cafés popping up every year, it may be difficult to narrow down to a certain choices to slot into your packed itinerary. With this list of our favourite Bangkok cafés, you can expect delicious brunch options, delectable desserts and excellent coffee brews. Read on to find out more! Shugaa Café Shugaa Café is definitely made for the gram with its lovely pastel-toned interiors. Visit this modern contemporary café and you will be greeted with a huge glass entrance. As you enter this two-storey ethereal café, be wowed by its lovely pastel-toned interiors, marble table tops and its iconic whimsical spiral staircase that will leave you with a one-of-a-kind experience. Here at Shugaa, you will definitely not find food of subpar standard. Treat yourself to a perfectly cooked plate of pasta that not only is appealing to the eye but, also tantalising to the mouth! Satisfy your sweet tooth with Shugaa Café who is notably famous for their assortment of delicately crafted desserts that not only look good but, taste sinfully good. Instagrammers will definitely love this café as Shugaa’s intricately designed pastries are extremely photogenic. It’s no wonder why this pastel wonderland is so popular among the locals. Address 27 The Residence at 61 Bldg 61 Sukhumvit 61 Alley, แขว คลองตันเหนือ Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand CHATA Specialty Coffee Set amid the streets of Bangkok’s little Chinatown, this gorgeous glasshouse café offers an impressive selection of specialty coffee beans. Run by head barista Nopphadon Jantranapaporn, this coffee aficionado not only uses locally-sourced coffee beans but, also imports beans from around the globe, namely Indonesia, Ethiopia and Brazil. Surrounded by old colonial buildings of Chinatown, you’ll find yourself wanting to relax and savour brews in this laid-back coffee house where natural light is abundant. Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows, bare=brick walls and rustic décor, this glasshouse of a café is definitely a hotspot for the Instagram-obsessed. If you’re not so much of a coffee drinker, treat yourself to Chata Specialty Coffee’s brunch options that are sure to bring delight to your palate. The next time you find yourself on the streets of Yaowarat, remember to put Chata on your list! Address 98 Phat Sai, Khwaeng Samphanthawong, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand One Ounce Of Onion Tucked away in an alley of Ekamai lies a humble little indie coffee house. With raw concrete floors, wooden furniture and industrial-themed interiors, this hidden gem exudes a comfortable and cosy ambience which makes it perfect for a brief respite from the afternoon heat. Adorned with rustic décor and glittering chandeliers, while your afternoon away in this eclectic clothing store-meets-coffee house while sipping on heir handcrafted house brews. Made with a brilliant blend of coffee beans and the love from the barista, you, we dare say this serves one of the best cups of coffee in Bangkok. Expect nothing less from this quirky café with their impressive menu comprising of pastas, baked egg dishes, waffles and other light bites. So, do keep a lookout for this sleek and cosy hideout when you’re in Bangkok for awesome coffee and Instagram-worthy spots. Address 19/12 Ekkamai 12, Sukhumvit 63 Rd, Bangkok, Thailand 10110 La Mesa Coffee Co. Just a stone’s throw from BTS Udomsuk, lies a stylish coffee joint amidst the up-and-coming coffee scene in the neighbourhood. Aiming to bring New Mexico’s coffee culture to the Land of Smiles, American co-owners and coffee enthusiasts Gary and Michelle Ford have decorated the space with arches, succulents and a pink Instagram-friendly accent wall, replicating an environment inspired by New Mexico’s desert wilderness. Enjoy their specialty coffees, including their house-blend — a mix of Thai and Brazilian beans, while relaxing on one of their comfortable sofas. With a picturesque setting and creative coffee blends to offer, this coffee house is definitely one perfect for casual catch-ups. Unique coffees aside, do not forget to try their in-house-baked flourless chocolate cake. Served with seasonal fruits, this dense and fudgy chocolate cake is definitely one that you should not miss out on! Address 7/2 ซอย สุขุมวิท 68 Khwaeng Bang Na, Khet Bang Na, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10260, Thailand Luka Moto Decorated excessively with retro-style big bikes and eclectic furniture, this handsome cafe will have you lusting for its unique interior and décor. If you’re into sustainable living, rejoice as Sathorn’s favourite brunch spot offers meticulously curated tea and coffee, and dishes made with sustainable local ingredients. This prominent foodie hotspot offers a fine selection of gourmet brunch dishes. Feast on carb-heavy breakfast favourites such as the savory French toast with bacon and grilled banana, truffle mushroom toast topped with scrambled eggs and crunchy chicken thigh on a kimchi waffle. Definitely add this to your list of must-try cafés in Bangkok as this one-of-a-kind coffee house will be sure to impress you with its Instagrammable interiors and extensive selection of brunch items. Address The Taste Thonglor, 235 Soi 11, Soi Sukhumvit 55, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110 Bangkok used to be seen as a shopper’s paradise but with its emerging coffee scene, the city has been a lot more hectic than before! With more cafés and bars popping up on its streets, Bangkok has become a happy place for all foodies-at-heart. Know a foodie who is travelling to Bangkok soon? Share this with them! Text By GirlStyle Singapore