LOCAL BOYS COFFEE CO. SONG WAT — Restaurant in Chakkrawat Subdistrict

If you're exploring Bangkok’s buzzing Song Wat area, don’t miss this ultra-cool café tucked away in Soi Mangkon. LOCAL BOYS COFFEE CO. blends vintage architecture with bold street art graphics and signature orange LED lighting that gives off serious urban vibes. From the outside, it might look like just another old building—but spot the bright orange sign on the roof and the sticker-covered glass front, and you’ll know you’ve found something special. Inside, the space is compact but packed with character. Orange tones meet industrial loft style, and every corner is photogenic—perfect for content creators and café hoppers alike. ☕ Coffee Highlights: Choose between Speed Bar or Slow Bar, with 6 different beans available Creative fusion drinks like Yuzu Boom (coffee + yuzu juice) and Affogato-style Warrior Robot (coffee or cocoa base) Non-coffee options available too Cold drinks are served in signature orange aluminum cans with graphic prints—super photogenic and perfect for takeaway 🪑 Seating is designed for short stops—ideal for cooling down with a drink before heading back out to explore Song Wat and Yaowarat. The vibe is fast-paced, with a steady flow of locals and tourists. I arrived around 9:30 AM and it was already busy—if you want clean shots without the crowd, come before 10! 📍 Location: Soi Mangkon, Song Wat Road, Bangkok 🕘 Open daily: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM 🚗 No parking at the shop—recommend parking in nearby Yaowarat and walking over Tried the Robotic Chocolate Rush (medium roast) as an iced Americano—smooth, well-balanced, with a hint of caramel at the finish. Easy to drink and super satisfying. Bonus points for the cool can design—I almost wanted to take it home and display it 😄

LOCAL BOYS COFFEE CO. is more than just a café—it’s a whole vibe. If you’re into great coffee, bold design, and hidden gems, this spot is...

Everyone calls Local Boys Coffee Co. a hidden gem, but let’s be real, everyone knows about it now, and it gets super busy! 😄 The coffee shop is tucked away in a quiet alley in Song Wat, but thanks to its eye catching orange sign and interior, it’s not hard to spot at all. I tried their Peanut Butter Coffee and Thai Tea (served in a can, how cool is that?). Both were tasty and unique, definitely worth trying.

The space itself isn’t that big, and it can get crowded, especially with influencers and content creators taking up corners for long photo sessions. So if you’re looking to chill for a while, it might not be the most comfy spot. But I do appreciate the fast and friendly service, and the space is surprisingly cool and breezy. Overall, it’s a fun stop with room to grow, especially now that it’s no longer...

Nothing about this place, with the equivalent cost of higher than Starbucks, for a cup of black coffee, would bring me back here- 170 THB for a cup of lukewarm coffee.

Seating so uncomfortable it appears to be meant to run you out. There are padded cushions but not enough for all the seats. Also, one area of seating has a projector facing your direction, projecting the business name on the wall (cool, yes, impractical, yes; inconvenient for guests who don't want a projector shining in their eyes, yes).

Also, the business is narrow making it somewhat difficult to walk through if there are more than a couple people in line. I suppose if you want to come experience what Local Boys has to offer, my review is not likely to stop you but I...