Best restaurants and cafes near Asoke intersection

This cosy restaurant with a laid-back trattoria concept serves surprisingly authentic Italian dishes. The warm, dimly lit atmosphere, complemented by decorative art on the walls and antique collections, creates a welcoming and convivial setting. With shareable platters, it’s an ideal spot to indulge in good food with friends and family. The menu focuses on homemade-style dishes, including calamari, fettucine alfredo, shrimp mama’s style and various pizzas. Big Mama Pizzeria is a light-hearted space designed for great company and delicious meals.

139 Sukhumvit Soi 21, Klong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 02 259 0232. Open daily from 11am-11pm.

Housed in a charming blue-painted Thai-style home in the heart of Bangkok, The Local offers a peaceful escape from the city's bustle. The restaurant is divided into different rooms, each themed around Thai culture, creating a mini-exhibition for guests to explore. With family recipes passed down through generations, it brings long-lost Thai dishes back to life for modern diners to appreciate. The essence of Thai cuisine is reflected in the use of fresh herbs and local ingredients, as well as the artistry in presentation. Dishes like miang bua luang, a traditional Thai appetiser served with lotus petals, capture this philosophy.

32/1 Sukhumvit Soi 23, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 02 664 0664. Open daily from 11.30am-10.30pm. 

Mezze welcomes everyone who enjoys Middle Eastern flavours to the eatery, with its calming sea-blue tones and curved archways to wooden accents and evil eye design wall, a symbol of good luck and positive energy in Turkish culture. The owner is an experienced culinary hand, coming from a family with a long history in the restaurant business. His father opened Abu Khalil in Soi Nana, Bangkok back in 1980 when Middle Eastern cuisine was still rare in the country. Expect authentic Lebanese flavours. The menu offers a variety of grilled meats and barbecue dishes including skewered minced meat, lemon-marinated chicken, spiced beef with onions and lamb seasoned with Arabic spices. 

3/F, 158-160 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 081 802 3802. Open daily from 11am-11pm. 

Known for its heartwarming breakfasts and local dishes in Sathorn and Songwad, Ega has expanded to Asoke, opening a two-storey house with a welcoming blue neon sign. The owner, who built a strong reputation selling food through social media – often selling out daily, eventually turned his success into a restaurant. The menu focuses on shareable platters and lesser-known Thai dishes, all crafted from cherished home-cooked recipes passed down through the family and gathered from life experiences. A bonus treat – don’t miss the desserts from A Pink Rabbit Cake Shop, which can be ordered and enjoyed right at the restaurant.

124/1 Sukhumvit Soi 23, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 082 789 2391. Open daily from 8am-10pm. 

Gigi Eatery at Sacha's Hotel Uno is a great place for any occasion, whether you're cafe hopping, enjoying a brunch break or having dinner and drinks. The colourful accents add a fun touch to the modern space, which feels spacious from the tall windows at its second dining area. The menu focuses on authentic Italian dishes like burrata salad, pappardelle rosa and risotto. There’s a cheese board to enjoy and vegan options are available as well. The desserts are also a must-try, especiallyfeaturing strawberry mille-feuille, honey-pressed croissant and tiramisu. Live music schedules are updated on their social media channels.

28 Sacha's Hotel Uno, Sukhumvit Soi 19, Klong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 061 995 6060. Open daily from 7am-12am. 

Originating in Hong Kong, Dough Bros has now expanded to Bangkok with two branches at Gaysorn Amarin and at the Asoke intersection. Quality food – made fresh every order – is paired with a warm and social atmosphere. The pizza selection ranges from classic favourites to specialty creations like carbonara and pad kraprao. Don’t miss their filled doughnuts available in a variety of flavours including trendy options like biscoff and nutella.

G/F Interchange 21, Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 083 778 2536. Open daily from 11am-12am. 

Established in 1997, Kuppa is an international restaurant known for its diverse menu – including highly praised Thai dishes – that brings together an unexpected mix of offerings from som tam to squid ink pasta and smoked pork ribs. With a warm and casual atmosphere, the spacious restaurant features rustic decor and an inspired checkerboard floor, adding a classic touch. Kuppa is also a coffee distributor, offering hand-roasted coffee specialities. Occasionally guests can enjoy live music performances.

39 Sukhumvit Soi 16, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana. 02 663 0495. Open daily from 10am-9pm.