Shops that deliver some of the best Thai desserts in town
Brownies, Basque cheesecakes and canalés are all over our social media feeds and have been popular choices for stay-at-home afternoon tea sessions. But we still think there’s nothing more enjoyable than pairing traditional Thai desserts with a cuppa, whether it’s coffee or tea. Get your Thai sweet fix from any of these renowned local dessert shops. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed.
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Baan Dok Pud is one of very few cafés in Bangkok that highlights traditional Thai desserts. In addition to an ever-changing line-up of both popular and rare Thai sweets, this venue has such a beautiful and relaxing atmosphere you can chill out.
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Located in centralwOrld, Cher Cheeva is a café that highlights traditional Thai desserts with a twist of western touches.
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For four generations, Sarinthip has been a popular destination for khanom beung or Thai crepes (there’s always a queue for these goodies snaking out of the entrance of the Talad Plu fresh market). Sarinthip’s version of this sought- after treat stands out for its crispiness, the result of letting the batter cook in the pan longer than usual. There are two options to choose from: a sweet one that’s heaped with shredded coconut and foi thong (golden egg yolk threads), and a savory one packed with shrimp paste.
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For reasonably priced Thai treats, look no further than Khanom Wan Talad Plu. Located near the vibrant Talad Plu neighborhood, this traditional shop churns out local sweets that go for as low as B1. Desserts available include thong yip and thong yod (golden rice cakes doused in syrup), khanom chan (a chewy pandan-flavored glutinous treat) and khanom tako (coconut milk pudding with assorted fillings). If you live far from the Talad Plu area, make sure you’re willing to fork out for delivery, which will probably cost more than your dessert bill.
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This dependable dessert shop has a presence in Or Tor Kor market, but also boasts franchises in many Bangkok malls. Bestsellers include foi thong (golden egg yolk threads), luk chup (fruit- shaped sweets made from mung bean paste) and khanom chun (layered glutinous cake).
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This Thonglor mainstay is your best bet for mango sticky rice, one of the Thailand’s most beloved desserts. Only Nam Dok Mai mangos, known for their sweetness and juiciness, are used, served with multi-colored sticky rice that’s cooked to perfection and aromatic coconut milk.
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Not only can you visit Sané to satisfy your sweet tooth with a wide range of all-time favorite and rare Thai desserts, but you can also join a workshop where you can learn how to make all the eye-pleasing treats.
Order via LINE MAN and 06 3541 4964
If you stop by Bangkok's Chinatown for a street food adventure, the Sweettime vendor must strike your eyes with the giant neon sign and a long queue of passersby who want to get the taste of simple desserts like colorful glutenous rice balls, grass jelly, and sago cantaloupe with coconut and milk.
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A floral-themed café with a focus on varied Thai traditional dessert, Thongyoy Cafe is one of Bangkok's Thai-forward chilling spots you can't miss.
Order via LINE (@thongyoycafe) and 09 8748 4661
A new tea bar in Ari serving Photogenic Thai afternoon tea sets and delicious Thai desserts over ice
Order via LINE (@Vlacha) and 06 1404 8887
This popular Thai dessert eatery churns out traditional Thai treats made with reduced sugar. The khanom piak poon (sweet pandan pudding) comes in an elegant jade color and is drizzled with rich coconut cream. Also recommended is inthanin (glutinous rice flour balls in aromatic coconut milk) and yok manee (chewy rice cakes made with sago and tossed with shredded coconut).
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