Citizen Tea Canteen of nowhere

When artist and restaurateur Saran Yenpanya embarks on a new venture, it’s never ordinary. And his new project is Citizen Tea Canteen, an artisanal tea house that’s located in a discreet alley in Talad Noi. The establishment breathes new life into the old Chinese café culture (called “kopi”), but also celebrates the traditional Thai milk tea that our grandfathers used to drink. The vibrant space has been decorated with details that would remind you of old-school mom-and-pop shops: handpainted wooden walls, stools found at noodle shops and colorful wallpaper—yet everything is put together in a chic, creative manner. Too bad, it’s only open on Saturdays for now.