Silom Bangkok Neighbourhood | Eat, See, Stay Guide (2025)

Looking for where to stay in Bangkok? Or maybe you’ve got a day to kill in Silom? This Silom Bangkok neighbourhood guide has all the best things to do and where to eat in this incredible area that completely stole my heart.

I’ll be honest – I’m completely obsessed with Silom. Sure, it’s Bangkok’s business district, but there’s something magical about how this neighborhood works. The main roads buzz with that classic big city energy – gleaming office towers, sleek apartments, and just enough hotels scattered around without taking over completely. But here’s the thing that gets me: duck down any of the quiet sois (alleys) and suddenly you’re in this peaceful, tree-lined world that feels miles away from the urban chaos.

It’s this perfect contradiction that makes Silom so addictive. One minute you’re weaving through street food stalls and dodging motorbikes, the next you’re sipping coffee in some hidden cafe that feels like a secret only locals know about. The mix of authentic Thai joints sitting next to international restaurants, tiny hole-in-the-wall spots next to upscale dining – it’s exactly why I keep coming back.

For digital nomads especially, Silom just hits different. You’ve got everything you need within walking distance, but you’re not drowning in tourist crowds.

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Why Stay In Si Lom

I stayed in Silom Bangkok for 3 months, and it was the best area I’ve stayed in the city. Everything I could need was on my doorstep or a 10 minute walk away. There was a mix of locals, tourists, and expats along with where to eat, with many street stalls, casual and high end restaurants. Whatever my mood, there was always something.

Silom is served by both the MRT and BTS making it ridiculously easy to get around the city. Additionally, if you’re a GRAB fan hundreds of restaurants and cafes across the city deliver here.

Digital nomads in Bangkok can benefit from the number of laptop friendly cafes and the high quality apartments with amenities like gym and rooftop pools that are available in Silom.

Most importantly, Silom Bangkok is safe. There are many security outside hotels and apartment blocks, it’s quiet at night. Of course, don’t wander around down alleys with a wad of cash in your hand, but as long as you take the normal precautions you would anywhere else in the world, you should run into no problems.

Where To Stay Silom Bangkok

$ Cloud Hostel: Budget-friendly option with clean dorms and private rooms, free WiFi, and common areas perfect for meeting other travelers. Located on a quiet soi but still walkable to BTS stations. Great for backpackers wanting affordable accommodation in an upscale neighborhood.

$$ PASSA Hotel: Mid-range boutique option in a converted heritage building on Convent Road. Modern rooms with sleek design, rooftop pool, and excellent location near BTS/MRT stations. Great value for the area with friendly service

$$$ Dusit Thani Bangkok: Luxury option right on Silom Road with excellent restaurants, rooftop pool, and walking distance to everything. Premium pricing but worth it for the location and service.

Long term: I stayed at Saladaeng Residences which was very spacious, amenities were amazing with a large rooftop pool, and excellent gym.

Transport In Saladaeng

Saladaeng’s transport connectivity is one of its biggest advantages. You’re within a 10-minute walk of three major stations: Silom BTS, Lumpini Park MRT, and Si Lom MRT Station, meaning you can reach virtually anywhere in Bangkok without dealing with traffic.

BTS Skytrain Access:

• Sala Daeng & Silom BTS connects you to Siam, Ari, Chatuchak, and the airport via connections

MRT:

• Lumpini Park MRT links to Chatuchak Weekend Market and central Bangkok
• Si Lom MRT connects to Chinatown, the Grand Palace area, and Bang Sue

There are also readily available taxis and GRAB cars due to the business district location.

Things To Do In Silom

Silom Bangkok Map

Save this map for your visit, it has everywhere mentioned in this post.

One Bangkok

One Bangkok is a new shopping mall in Bangkok. It is huge with 9 buildings consisting of residential areas, hotels. offices, shopping quarters, and a park. I loved coming here and found it to be a great thing to do indoors in Bangkok, just relaxing in one of the many restaurants and cafes. It also feels a bit like Singapore’s Orchard Road.

In my opinion, One Bangkok has the best food selection of any mall in the city. Prices are slightly higher but nothing too extreme. There are a large number of Japanese restaurants from sushi, tonkatsu, curries and donbori.

Some One Bangkok restaurants I highly recommend:

You can also find lots of shops, currently there is no Zara or H&M but there is a Urban Revivo which is popular Chinese brand and Korean Gentlewoman. Other well known stores here include Birkenstocks, Quiksilver, COS, New Balance, and Sketchers. There is certainly enough to make a dent to your bank account.

Lumpini Park

Staying close to a park in Bangkok is invaluable. Every so often you just crave some quiet green space without traffic and noise. Silom is home to Bangkok’s largest park, Lumpini Park, which also happens to be my favourite park in the city.

One of the coolest features of Lumpini Park is that many water monitors reside here. You can see them slowly crawling around the park, swimming, or lying under a tree for shade, if it’s your first time in Thailand they are cool to see. And no, they are not komodo dragons, these guys are harmless.

Lumpini Park has a pond which you can rent a swan boat to explore, paths to run on and local exercise classes. The sunset here is especially beautiful, seeing all of Bangkok’s skyscrapers twinkling around you.

Silom Complex

This is a mall located beside Sala Daeng BTS. It is relatively small, by Bangkok standards but there are some great shops and restaurants here.

The shopping mix hits the essentials with international brands like Mango, Muji, and Pandora alongside local favourites. The Body Shop is handy for skincare emergencies, while Central department store covers fashion basics. What I appreciate most is how uncrowded it feels compared to Bangkok’s mega-malls.

The food options are also fantastic, a mix of Thai and Japanese, along with salads and cafes like After You Dessert which does some of Bangkok’s best kakigori (shaved ice) and Gatta who have great coffee, and creative milkshakes.

Park Silom

Another Silom shopping mall, it’s relatively new with a mix of offices, restaurants and cafes.Built with the grab-and-go lifestyle in mind, most restaurants offer quick service perfect for busy professionals and digital nomads.

Tip: OpenHouse Clinic on the upper floors is excellent for English-speaking medical consultations, health checkups, and minor issues. Having quality healthcare access right in the neighborhood is invaluable for long-term stays.

Hualamphong Temple

I stumbled upon Wat Hua Lamphong purely by accident while wandering around the Sam Yan area, and honestly, I’m so glad I did. This Royal Buddhist temple sits right on Rama IV Road, practically next to the MRT station, but somehow feels like a completely different world once you step through those gates. It’s open 24 hours, which is pretty unique for Bangkok temples and means you can pop by whenever the mood strikes.

What makes this place really special is how authentic it feels – there aren’t many tourists here, it’s mostly locals coming to pray and make merit. The atmosphere is genuinely peaceful and meditative, with monks’ chants filling the air, and the scent of incense everywhere. The architecture is gorgeous too, especially after the 1996 renovation to celebrate King Bhumibol’s Golden Jubilee – you’ll notice the royal seal with two elephants flanking a multi-tiered umbrella throughout the complex.

One thing that really caught my attention is the coffin donation tradition here. You can donate coffins for those less fortunate for as little as 500 THB , it’s a meaningful way to make merit and help the community. Apparently it’s become quite popular with Singaporeans, but the practice feels deeply rooted in Thai Buddhist culture. Getting there is super easy via the MRT to Sam Yan station – you literally just walk out and you’re there. Perfect for a quiet moment of reflection in the middle of all the Silom chaos.

Sri Maha Mariamman Temple (Wat Khaek)

This Hindu temple right in the heart of Silom is one of those unexpected gems that catches you completely off guard. Tucked between all the office buildings and shopping centres, it’s like stepping into a completely different world the moment you walk through those gates. The colourful statues and intricate carvings are such a stark contrast to the concrete jungle surrounding it – it’s almost surreal how this pocket of tranquility exists in the middle of all that urban chaos.

What I love about Wat Khaek is how it’s clearly a working temple for the local community, not just a tourist attraction. You’ll see office workers stopping by during lunch breaks, families bringing offerings, and the constant smell of incense mixing with the sounds of the city. The elephant statue out front is particularly popular – watching people interact with it and make their wishes is pretty touching. It’s free to visit and only takes about 15-20 minutes to explore, making it a perfect little detour when you’re wandering around Silom.

The temple really shows how diverse Bangkok’s religious landscape is, and it’s refreshing to find these authentic spiritual spaces that haven’t been completely commercialized yet.

Little Japan

I’ll be honest, I had no idea “Little Japan” was even a thing until I found myself wandering down the small sois off Silom Road and suddenly felt like I’d been transported to Tokyo. This pocket of Bangkok is a small slice of what it’s like to wander the streets of Tokyo or Osaka, we’re talking proper Japanese signage, businessmen in suits grabbing lunch, and that familiar sound of “irasshaimase!” echoing from every doorway. It’s not some touristy themed area either; this is where Bangkok’s Japanese expat community actually hangs out, which makes it feel genuinely legit.

The whole strip is where to go if you’re craving real Japanese cuisine. You’ve got everything from ramen joints to proper izakayas serving up perfect yakitori. What really struck me was how the Thai staff in most places speak Japanese. It’s this level of authenticity that makes you forget you’re still in Bangkok.

The best part is stumbling upon this area completely by accident. One minute you’re in the middle of Bangkok’s business district, the next you’re debating between tonkatsu and soba for lunch while surrounded by Japanese salarymen doing exactly the same thing. It’s like finding a secret portal to Japan without the long-haul flight.

Don Quijote

Speaking of Japan, if you’ve ever visited you know that its mecca for tourists is the discount store Don Quijote, also affectionately called Donki. Silom one of three Don Quijote’s in Bangkok. The other two are in the MBK Centre and Thonglor.

Its shelves are overflowing with delicious Japanese sweets, electronics, cosmetics, and clothing. You can find just about anything here, you kind of need to make peace at its entrance that you’re going to leave much poorer.

It’s a sensory overload, not only are there always loads of people, and so many products but there is also the infamous “Don Don Don Donki, Don Don Donki…” jingle that plays on loops all day everyday.

King Power Mahanakhon

At 320 meters, King Power Mahanakhon is Thailand’s tallest building and Bangkok’s most popular attraction. From the outside, it looks like someone built it out of giant Lego blocks, those chunky pixelated bits are unmistakable.

The 74th floor gives you 360-degree views across Bangkok, plus they’ve got interactive displays to help you figure out what landmarks you’re actually looking at. After that, escalators take you up to the main attraction, the skywalk.

You can walk a glass platform that hangs directly over Bangkok’s streets, and honestly, it’s pretty wild when you look down. Before you step out, they make you wear these blue shoe covers and put your phone completely away.

Once you’re actually on the skywalk though, it’s not that scary. Takes a bit of getting used to, but the views are absolutely incredible. The security guys are happy to take photos for you too. There are also comfortable yellow seats where you can just sit and take it all in, plus there’s a bar and sometimes a DJ.

This is one of the best places in Bangkok for sunset. There are separate tickets to purchase for that time.

Drag Show At Silver Sand

Looking for a fun thing to do in Silom at night? Silver Sand will leave you grinning from ear to ear at their drag show. Located right on the corner of Soi 4 in Bangkok’s famous gay district, it’s honestly the perfect way to kick off your evening in the area.

The whole setup is pretty intimate with a shimmering wall backdrop where talented drag performers belt out and lip sync their way through everything from Thai pop hits to international smash hits. The energy is infectious and the performers really know how to work the crowd.

Beyond the drag performances, they also run bingo nights which sounds random but is actually a brilliant laugh. The atmosphere is welcoming and fun, exactly what you’d expect from this part of Silom. It’s the kind of place where everyone’s just there to have a good time, whether you’re starting your night early or looking for somewhere lively later on.

The location couldn’t be better either, being right on Soi 4 means you’re in the heart of all the action, with plenty of other bars and spots to hop to afterward. Perfect for anyone wanting to experience Bangkok’s vibrant nightlife scene.

Rooftop Bars In Silom

Patpong Night Market

Small yet very lively night market in the heart of Silom. There’s a mix of food and clothing stalls, the food is located towards the Silom road entrance of the market. There is also seating close to the food stalls which is a nice addition.

The Patpong night market is unfortunately surrounded by many adult bars, you will be relentlessly approached to visit a pingpong show as you wander the market. I wouldn’t advise bringing children to this night market.

Where To Eat In Silom Bangkok

theCommons Saladaeng

The Commons is a trendy food court on Saladaeng road inside a 3 storey contemporary warehouse. It’s all purpose space, a place you can bring your laptop and be comfortable for the day. During the day it’s busy with remote workers or local office workers getting lunch, then by night the place livens up with a DJ playing house music and crowds of people having dinner and a few drinks.

It attracts a young crowd and is especially lively during Friday and Saturday nights.

Location: 126 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 8 AM – 1 AM, Monday to Sunday
Prices: 120 – 600 THB

SomTum Der

I was searching for a mouth scorching, fiery Som Tum salad that wouldn’t lower the heat for a farang. SomTum Der was on my list of places to go for a long time, every time I’d pass it was packed with people so I wanted to see what all the hype was about.

SomTum Der is a Michelin-recognized restaurant specialising in Isan (Northeast Thailand) style dishes. They have branches in New York, Tokyo, and Taipei.

Their main dish is, as their name suggests, a som tum salad, this is a papaya salad loaded with chilis, garlic, tomatoes, and long green beans. It’s a mixture of spicy, tangy, and sweet that just works very well. The spice level is not for the weak, but they do ask you how spicy you want it, I told them very and my mouth was tingly long after I left. Som Tum has a large variety of meats to top your salad such as crispy pork neck, Isan sausage, wagyu, and my favourite – fried Mackerel.

They also have vegetarian friendly papaya salads without the fermented fish. It’s not all papaya salads, with curries, noodles, and soup also on the menu.

Isan style food differs from Thai food with dishes using a larger variety of fresh herbs and spices, grilled meats, raw salads, and fermented ingredients such as fermented fish.

The restaurant is an intimate space that is spread across 2-storeys and an outdoor terrace overlooking Saladaeng Road.

Location: 5, 5 Sala Daeng Rd, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak
Opening hours: 11 AM – 11 PM, Monday to Sunday
Prices: 120 – 400 THB

Khao-Sō-i 

My favourite Thai dish is Khao soi, if you haven’t yet been introduced to it, please let me. A tender piece of chicken leg is swimming in a rich creamy fragrant yellow curry with egg noodles and topped with crunchy deep fried noodles. On the side are extra chili, lime and red onion to add to your taste. It’s everything I love about Thai cuisine in one bowl, fresh, spicy and rich!

With my love affair I visited Khao-Sō-i a little bit sceptical, surely somewhere THIS popular can’t be authentic. I was worried the taste would be watered down, thankfully this was far from the reality. Khao-Sō-i turned out to be one of the best restaurants in Silom.

Inside the interior is rustic with large wooden furnishings and a large charming round window that feels slightly hobbiton. The coolest part about Khao-Sō-i is that you can watch the chefs prepare the khao soi, the kitchen is open and is just a counter at the top of the restaurant. The atmosphere is lively.

The menu features a variety of khao soi dishes with chicken, wagyu beef, stuffed isan sausage. I ordered the classic khao soi soup based curry with chicken which came with extra coconut milk, the noodles were tender and chewy, you could also tell the fried ones were freshly made in-house. Khao-Sō-i has a special stir-fried version that is slightly dry.

Location: 14/2-3 Convent Rd
Opening hours: 10 AM – 8:30 PM Saturday and Sunday; 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM Monday to Friday
Prices: 260 – 450 THB

The Spotted Pig

Thai food may be one of the best cuisines you can have, but sometimes you need a break, and when that time comes, The Spotted Pig is a good choice. This modern Tex-Mex restaurant in Silom has a cozy ambience, with two floors and large windows it feels airy and bright.

We ordered the chile rellenos (stuffed jalapeños) which were filled with a spicy mince and covered in a crispy batter, this was my favourite thing we ordered. We also got the enchiladas which came with rice and beans. The portions are large and the prices are reasonable considering the location and modern interior.

If you are on a health kick you can find rice bowls and salads for a lighter meal. Additionally, most of the meals can be made vegetarian friendly by substituting tofu.

Location: 9 10 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 11 AM – 10:30 PM Sunday – Thursday; 11 AM – 10:30 PM Friday and Saturday
Prices: 200 – 300 THB

Sunny Bistro Silom

Homely, family run restaurant with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Located behind the Silom Complex, Sunny Bistro is charming, appearing to be a house that has been converted into a restaurant.

The food is very tasty, a collection of North Eastern dishes such as chicken with cashew nuts, stir fried green curry, papaya salads, steamed sea bass, and Tomyum soup. We ordered chicken cashew and paneng curry. Both had a unique taste, and were slightly different to what we usually get with these dishes – this worked for us. The restaurant has its own spin on classic dishes.

What really sets Sunny Bistro apart from other restaurants in Silom is the affordability, especially when paired with a comfortable AC environment and even live music some nights.

Location: 37 Sala Daeng 2 Alley
Opening hours: 11:30 AM – 10 PM Sunday – Friday, Closed Saturdays
Prices: 130 – 190 THB

Lay Lao

I lost count of the number of times I walked by Lay Lo and promised myself I’d call in, this two storey restaurant always looked busy, and its branch in Ari is recognised by the Michelin Guide. On my last day of a 3 month stay in Bangkok, I finally called in.

Lay Lao’s menu is full of Hua Hin cuisine, a Northern Thai region. Expect fresh dishes with many herbs along with less spice and sugar than the typical Thai meals.

Dishes include papaya salad, pomelo salad, deep fried fresh fish like sea bass, squid and mackerel, pork belly, along with classic curries. There are many vegetarian options with tofu, oyster mushrooms in place of meat.

I went with a seemingly simple deep fried seabass and rice. The seabass was perfectly crisped on the outside, while tender and light inside, the rice was flavoured with lime and the plate was garnished with many green chillis, pork scratchings, red onion, and cilantro. The freshness of the fish worked well with the lime and chillis, it tasted far from simple.

I can’t talk about Lay Lao and leave out their delicious smoothies. The lime and watermelon ones are a refreshing tonic to a Bangkok Summer.

Location: 56 Si Lom Rd, Suriya Wong
Opening hours: 10:30 AM – 11 PM Monday to Sunday
Prices: 185 – 300 THB

G’s

On a late night wander around Silom we wandered down Silom 4 alley, aka the LGBTQ+ district. Hidden among the lively customers, colourful street signs, music, and drag shows, is G’s, a German restaurant/bar that doesn’t quite match the road’s aesthetic, but is one of the best restaurants in Bangkok.

G’s is a quiet and cosy spot. As soon as you walk through the doors you could easily be in a cute bar on the streets of Munich. The interior is rustic with dark furnishings and rows of German beer pennants hanging from the ceiling creating an old world charm that is like no other bar in Silom.

The menu is a mix of both authentic German and Thai dishes with currywurst, pork knuckle, schnitzels, and Thai curries with stir fries. I ordered the schnitzel which came with a side of fries, salad and mushroom sauce. The schnitzel itself was fresh, crispy, huge and super tasty. My boyfriend ordered the panang curry which he claimed it was one of the best he has had. It’s rare that a restaurant with a mix of cuisines can execute both perfectly.

Of course, no German dining experience would be complete without a large beer, G’s has a robust German beer selection, many of which are served in a giant boot shaped glass. They also have an extensive cocktail menu with fun names like “slap my booty” and “Adios Mother@!*&$r”. While not the cheapest restaurant in Silom, with German mains at 360-500 THB and beers from 220 THB, the quality and portion sizes justify the price.

Location: 74 Silom 4 Alley, Suriya Wong
Opening hours: 4 PM – 1 AM Monday to Sunday
Prices: 250 – 600 THB

Izakaya Hotei

Usually you don’t expect one of the best bars in Bangkok to be located on a 3rd floor of a shopping centre, but after a while in Bangkok you learn to leave your preconceived judgments at the door. Looking like a classic Japanese convenience store from the outside, Izakaya Hotei ignited my longing to revisit Japan, I just had to check it out!

As you walk in a DJ is by the door, instantly adjusting your expectations that this is going to be a good time. The decor is identical to what you experience in izakayas in Japan with wooden counters, single dining seats, and many Chōchin (paper lanterns). The evening we visited we were seated outside, with a highball in one hand and the sun setting on Bangkok, the perfect blend of my favourite city and cuisine.

The food matches the vibe with classic izakaya offerings like an extensive selection of yakitori, sushi, donburi, tonkatsu and ramen. If you’ve wanted to try a mix of different Japanese food, Izakaya Hotei is a great place to be introduced to Japanese cuisine.

We ordered a mix of yakitori, which were all delicious and had the distinctive charred flavour along with seasoned with a sweet and savoury tare sauce. I highly recommend the chicken meatball which was so juicy, along with cheese and chicken katsu that was served golden and crispy with a tangy tonkatsu sauce for dipping.

Of course no izakaya experience is complete without a healthy measure of highball, thankfully Izakaya Hotei has many to choose from along with Japanese beers.

Location: 3rd Floor, One Bangkok (The Storeys Parade)
Opening hours: 11 AM – 2 PM & 5 PM – 12 AM Monday to Friday; 11 AM – 12 AM Saturday & Sunday
Prices: 300 – 500 THB

YEBISU DINING

Silom Bangkok has no shortage of authentic Japanese dining, I actually came straight from Naha in Okinawa and was seriously missing Japan, so I visited many Japanese restaurants. Yebisu in Bangkok’s Little Japan stood out for its traditional atmosphere, thanks to its Japanese owner, and mostly Japanese salarymen clientele, I was the only Westerner in there, which to me signalled I was on to a winner. It was like I temporarily transported to Japan.

As I walked in I was greeted with “irasshaimase” which was like music to my ears. The restaurant is spacious, I was seated at the counter for solo dining. The menu has all the classic Japanese dishes like curry, karaage, soba, and yakitori.

I visited during lunch time and received the special set lunch menu (11:30 – 14:00). This consisted of a bowl of tonkotsu ramen and a side of vegetable onigiri (no filling) for 160 THB . The ramen was rich, flavourful, and I appreciated you could choose a small bowl which was enough when paired with the onigiri.

The drink selection is also good with Sapporo on tap, sake, and highballs.

If you want an authentic taste of Tokyo without the long flight, Yebisu will fill that Japanese shaped hole in your belly.

Location: 361/1 Silom 7 Alley
Opening hours: 11: 30 AM – 11 PM Monday to Saturday; CLOSED on Sunday
Prices: 160 – 400 THB

TONKATSU AOKI

I am not exaggerating that this is the best Tonkatsu I have had outside of Japan. It shouldn’t be too surprising though as Tonkatsu Aoki is a branch directly from Japan. You can feel the authenticity as soon as you walk in with the classic irasshaimase greeting, chefs cooking behind the counters at the front of the house, and traditional seating with both counter and table space. It feels like a high end restaurant you’d encounter in Tokyo.

Specialising in Tonkatsu, the menu features a selection of pork: tenderloin (rosu, Jo, Tokuro, Tokuhire, Hire), pork shoulder (Kata) and ribs (ribu), shrimp (ebi) and chicken. There is also a guide to how juicy each cut of pork is with Kata being the juiciest. The menu is only in Thai and Japanese, so get your Google Translate or be prepared to wing it.

I ordered the pork shoulder (kata) cutlet which was exceptionally tender, juicy, and full of flavour, while the outside coating was crunchy and seasoned well, when it was paired with the classic tonkatsu dipping sauce the umami flavours were so good. You can order food as a set served with fluffy rice, rich pork broth, and cabbage or just the meat on its own. The rice and cabbage are refillable. You can also order curry sauce for delicious Japanese Katsu curry.

If you can, it’s best to visit outside of peak hours as there are typically queues.

Location: 3rd Floor, OneBangkok
Opening hours: 10 AM – 11 PM Monday to Sunday.
Prices: 400 – 700 THB

Issaan Zap

This affordable and tasty Thai restaurant became one of my favourite finds on the Silom restaurant scene. This rustic restaurant is open and airy, with the addition of a patio behind some trees that shield you from the sun. This seems to be a popular spot for many locals, which for me is always a green flag.

The menu consists of mostly Thai stir-fry dishes such as pad kra pao (pork and basil), pad see ew (big flat noodles), pad piao wan (sweet and sour pork) and spicy salads. I ordered the pad kra pao at 65 THB which had lots of spice but not too much where it leaves you a sweaty mess, the egg on top was fried perfectly.

The portions are large, overall they offer exceptional value, especially when you consider its location in Saladaeng.

Location: 25, 3 N Sathon Rd
Opening hours: 10 AM – 9 PM Monday to Saturday; CLOSED on Sundays.
Prices: 60 – 120 THB

Pho & Banh Mi

Two words that will forever grab my attention, “Pho” and “banh mi”, ever since my time in Vietnam I am always on the look out for authentic places to get my fix. This (actual) hidden gem on Saladaeng road became my go to, open 24 hours 7 days a week, it was there to fix my cravings around the clock.

The banh mi is served on a fresh and crispy baguette, fillings include grilled pork, chicken and beef, they are very generous with the amount they put in. The pho is also super tasty and fragrant with lots of herbs and thick slices of meats (rather than the typical thin slices) that create a rich traditional flavour that is similar to that of Vietnam.

The seating on the second floor is comfortable and quiet.

Location: 10 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 24 hours Monday – Sunday
Prices: 60 – 160 THB

Food Markets In Silom

Silom might not be the first neighbourhood in Bangkok you think of when it comes to street food and food markets, but it has some great haunts with delicious food and atmosphere. Additionally, these markets are frequented by locals rather than other food markets in Bangkok that are for tourists.

• Sala Daeng Market: lively market, especially busy during the weekday lunchtime. It’s not too big or too small, with about 40-50 quality food vendors. Along with stalls there are permanent restaurants/cafes at the back with seating. Open 5:30 AM – 3:30 PM Monday to Friday, and closed during the weekend.
• Silom 10 Food Court: Lots of stalls with traditional Thai meals like curries, skewers and fried noodles, there aren’t many tourists here, rather hungry office workers on their lunch break. There are also clothing stalls at the front. Open 7 AM – 8 PM Monday to Saturday; closed on Sundays.
• Patapong Night Market: small selection of food stalls, it’s mostly clothes but there are enough stalls. This is the red light district of Silom with many adult bars and clubs, it’s not family friendly.
• Convent Road: an unofficial food market but during the week many stalls line up on both sides of Park Silom, approximately 500 metres. You can find a good variety here from pancakes, fried chicken, skewers, and stir fries.

Si Lom Bangkok Cafes

I Found You

Living up to its name, “I Found You : Secret Cafe” took some serious detective work to locate. Tucked away down an alley near Silom BTS, this little cafe in Silom sits on the 6th floor of The Work Loft co-working space, definitely not somewhere you’d stumble upon by accident.

The cafe itself is intimate and peaceful, with a lovely terrace that overlooks the BTS tracks. It’s the kind of quiet, cozy setup that makes you want to settle in with your laptop for hours. Perfect for getting some work done without the usual Bangkok chaos.

But here’s the real winner, the coffee is genuinely excellent. They’ve got alternative milk options too, which is always a bonus. My cappuccino arrived with that perfect foam art that makes you almost too guilty to drink it. Almost.

Location: The Work Loft, 6th Floor, 281, 19-23 Silom 1 Alley
Opening hours: 8:30 AM – 5 PM Monday to Friday, CLOSED Saturdays + Sunday
Prices: 60 – 100 THB
Laptop friendly: Yes, WIFI + power outlets

Casa Lapin – Saladaeng

I stayed beside Casa Lapin, it became my go-to cafe in Silom for when I needed concentration and a consistently good coffee. Located inside the The Quarter Saladaeng Hotel, this cafe is typically quiet, with a few people on laptops.

Casa Lapin is a speciality coffee chain with over 10 cafes in Bangkok. Choose the bean and from a long list of creative drinks. Signature drinks include Dirty Latte and Tropical Soul. I loved their flat white, which was rich and creamy. They also have delicious sweet treats, I recommend the chocolate brownie for the days when even a coffee can’t lift your spirits.

Along with a location in Saladaeng Road, Casa Lapin also has 2 other cafes in Silom: Silom 6 & Silom 13.

Location: The Quarter Saladaeng, 27 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 7 AM – 5 PM Monday to Sunday
Prices: 100 – 200 THB
Laptop friendly: Yes, WIFI + power outlets

Roots

I lucked out staying right across from Roots, easily one of Bangkok’s best cafes. With 11 locations around the city, they’ve made a name for themselves with their farm-to-cup approach and ethical sourcing practices.

Their beans come straight from Chiang Mai, and you can really taste the difference. Strong but incredibly smooth, none of that harsh bitterness you sometimes get. They focus on pour-overs and espresso-based drinks, but don’t miss their signature creations like the orange tonic cold brew or the Thai special es yen.

The real temptation though is their little bakery section. Those gooey cookies are absolutely irresistible, especially the s’mores flavour with marshmallow oozing out the centre. The thumbprint cookies will also ruin your day in the best possible way.

Location: theCOMMONS, 126 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 8 AM – 7 PM Monday to friday
Prices: 100 – 150 THB
Laptop friendly: Yes, WIFI + power outlets

H.O.P. Coffee Bar

Right on bustling Saladaeng Road, H.O.P Coffee Bar caught my eye with its sleek, minimalist vibe. The clean white interior spans two floors and has this zen-like calm that makes you want to camp out for hours with your laptop.

Their signature drinks are creative, think lattes topped with rice mascarpone cream or espresso mixed with Thai tea and finished with oreo and hazelnut cream, delicious! I played it safer with their medium roast house blend cappuccino made with oat milk, and it was absolutely velvety with these lovely cocoa notes. They also do a darker Thailand blend if you’re after something with more punch.

Location: 1/235, 2 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 8 AM – 5 PM Wednesday to Monday, CLOSED Sundays
Prices: 100 – 200 THB
Laptop friendly: Yes, WIFI, quiet upstairs seating

Wide Awake Coffee

Tucked away on quiet but hip Yomarat Alley, this little spot is hands down one of Silom’s finest specialty espresso bars. It’s basically a hole-in-the-wall operation with just a few seats, all outdoors, so don’t expect AC, but the alley vibe more than makes up for it.

What really sets them apart is their bean selection, they source from different roasters all across Thailand rather than sticking to just one supplier. It’s a refreshing approach that keeps things interesting.

The drink menu gets creative with options like honey and lime americano, esyen, double ristretto, and toffeenut latte. If coffee isn’t your thing, they’ve got tea, Italian sodas, and flavoured milk too.

Best part? The prices are reasonable compared to other cafes in the area, we’re talking 45 to 90 baht. For the quality and this location, it’s an absolute steal.

Location: 23 Yommarat Alley
Opening hours: 7 AM – 4 PM Monday to Friday, CLOSED Saturday + Sunday
Prices: 45 – 90 THB
Laptop friendly: No, only counter style seating, no AC

The Baking Bureau

I stumbled into this place on a whim after a doctor’s appointment, desperately needing some coffee and sugar therapy. I honestly wasn’t expecting much, but these pastries turned out to be some of the absolute best I’ve had in Bangkok, and trust me, I’ve done my research on cake (hence the doctor’s appointment)!

They’ve got this incredible spread of everything from buttery croissants to decadent cakes and cookies. The Paris Brest completely stole the show though, stuffed with this rich praline cream and drizzled with caramel sauce that had me questioning all my life choices. We also demolished a hazelnut cheesecake that was ridiculously indulgent with the perfect crunchy biscuit base.

The coffee holds its own against those killer pastries too. They do some interesting fruity signature drinks, I tried the Bitter Swagger mixed with lemon that was surprisingly refreshing.

They’ve got two spots: the Ratchathewi location is bigger with proper seating, while the cafe in Silom one is more of a grab-and-go situation.

Location: Ground Floor Park Silom, 1 Convent Rd
Opening hours: 8 AM – 7 PM Monday to Friday, 10 AM – 7 PM Saturday + Sunday
Prices: 100 – 200 THB
Laptop friendly: No, very limited seating

Dusit Gourmet

Nestled within the upscale Baan Dusit Thani complex, Dusit Gourmet has this wonderfully homey vibe that makes you feel like you’re hanging out in someone’s family kitchen. The space itself is intimate and cozy, though if you’re after some fresh air, you can grab a seat outside by the pool where NoMada (another restaurant) is set up.

Walking in, you’re immediately hit with this gorgeous display counter packed with fresh pastries – almond croissants, muffins, curry pies, sausage rolls – basically everything that looks too good to resist. Beyond the pastries, they’ve got this eclectic food menu that somehow pulls together Mexican, Japanese, and Thai dishes.

Their signature drinks are pretty unique too – the coconut nitrogen-infused americano is definitely worth trying, along with their kiwi apple americano. They’ve also got a solid selection of teas and fresh juices if coffee isn’t your thing.

Location: 116-1 Sala Daeng Rd
Opening hours: 7 AM – 10 PM Monday to Sunday
Prices: 100 – 180 THB
Laptop friendly: Yes

Si Lom Grocery Stores

Not as fun as choosing where to eat and cafes, but if you’re staying for more than a few days you need to know where the good, fairly priced grocery stores in Silom Bangkok are.

These were my go-to’s in the Silom neighbourhood:

• Foodland: I found this to be the cheapest grocery store in Silom, great mix of imported goods and local foods; especially good for sauces.
• Tops Silom Complex: spacious, clean and good quality. Items are mostly affordable but some things are expensive. Many imported items from Korea, Japan, USA, Australia and Germany.
• Mitsukoshi Depachika: incredible selection of Japanese goods, the fresh food has lovely sushi, premium cuts of meat and nice desserts.

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