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Many people know Bangkok for its historic temples and dazzling shopping malls, but the city’s food scene is in a league of its own. When you walk along Sukhumvit, you’ll see quaint cafes and trendy restaurants within minutes, not just along the main road, but stretched all the way down every side street.
If you’re staying at Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence, you don’t have to travel far to find incredible food. In fact, we invite you to start your journey right at our hotel cafe restaurant before you venture off to explore the rest of the neighborhood.
Tucked away on Soi 16, Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence offers a peaceful escape from Bangkok’s lively city noise, alongside effortless access to Sukhumvit’s top dining spots. When you stay with us, you can enjoy a slow morning walk to local specialty cafes or a 10-minute car ride to world-class restaurants, making it effortless to explore Asoke’s diverse food scene.
Here are 7 of our favorite cafes and restaurants to try during your stay in Asoke:
Lazy Daisy Restaurant
Indulge in Thai and International cuisine at Lazy Daisy, located on the second floor of our boutique hotel in Bangkok. Whether you’re looking for a cozy brunch spot to catch up with friends or an intimate dinner tucked away in the quiet corners of Soi 16, it’s the perfect place for any occasion. Our coffee is roasted in-house every week, so you can snuggle up with a warm drink and enjoy our house waffle to your heart’s content in a relaxed setting.
More than that, we offer all-day breakfast starting bright and early at 6:00 AM, just as the sun rises. If you’d rather sleep in, you can always drop by later. Our kitchen serves up hot, fluffy pancakes, savory egg dishes, and all your favorite morning comfort foods, including pastries, right into the afternoon. With its warm and cozy atmosphere, it’s the ideal place to ease into the day and feel right at home.
El Mercado
Distance: 20-minute walk (1.3 km) | 5-minute drive
Just down the street from our hotel, another neighborhood gem is El Mercado, a lively spot best known for its gourmet cheeses, cold cuts, fresh seafood, and incredible wine list. You’ll find it has a rustic European open-air market vibe, with both indoor and outdoor seating available.
The Local by Oam Thong Thai Cuisine
Distance: 25-minute walk (2.3 km) | 10-minute drive
On days when you’re craving authentic Thai food, head over to Soi 23 to visit The Local. Set inside a beautifully restored wooden heritage house, this Michelin-featured restaurant serves rare, traditional recipes from across Thailand in a charming historical atmosphere.
PEPE Bangkok
Distance: 4-minute walk (300m)
Located on Soi 16, PEPE Bangkok combines a cool, lively energy with a moody, intimate ambience that’s tailor-made for date nights or relaxed late dinners. Part modern bistro, part natural wine bar, it’s the go-to spot for inventive European dishes with creative global touches.
Kuppa
Distance: 2-minute walk (150m)
Quite literally a 2-minute walk from Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence, Kuppa is most famous for its specialty coffee scene. This cafe is best for a long brunch, a smooth espresso that wakes you up, or a slice of classic homemade cake. If you’re looking for a chic place to unwind, Kuppa makes the day as comfortable as possible with its spacious, lofty ambience.
Sorntong Pochana (Seafood & Chinese Restaurant)
Distance: 20-minute walk (2.5 km) | 10-minute drive
A favorite on Rama IV, Sornthong Pochana is the perfect stop for Thai-Chinese cuisine. Famous for everything from its succulent grilled river prawns and rich crab curry to sizzling hot plates, it has all the right flavors to satisfy your seafood cravings.
GRUN
Distance: 3 to 4-minute walk (300m)
Last but not least, GRUN Sukhumvit 16 is your closest neighborhood coffee fix. Warm and inviting, it offers custom coffee roasts, signature citrus brews, and buttery baked goods, making it the ideal spot for a quick pick-me-up before exploring the rest of Bangkok.
Bangkok’s food scene certainly doesn’t disappoint, and what makes it even more enjoyable is having a comfortable space to return to.
At Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence, you can enjoy the quiet while the electric energy is just a few minutes away, offering the perfect city escape in Soi 16. Whether you’re looking for a two-bedroom hotel in Bangkok or a 3-bedroom hotel suite for the entire family, we make sure you feel right at home after a full day of food adventures.
Contact us to experience the very best of Bangkok’s dining scene from your own peaceful base.
Lazy Daisy Restaurant, located on the second floor of the hotel, offers Thai and international cuisine in a garden-inspired setting. Guests can enjoy in-house roasted coffee, signature waffles, fresh pastries, and an all-day dining that starts at 6:00 AM.
Yes. In addition to boutique rooms, Gardina Asoke offers 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom hotel suites, providing plenty of space and comfort for families and groups returning from a day of exploring Bangkok.
Gardina Asoke Hotel & Residence is located on Sukhumvit Soi 16, offering a quiet, peaceful stay while placing you just a 2- to 4-minute walk from neighborhood cafes and modern bistros (such as Kuppa, GRUN, and PEPE). It also offers easy access to major transportation hubs like the Asoke BTS and Sukhumvit MRT stations for exploring the rest of the city.