Craftsman Roastery at Old Town
A specialty roaster in a century-old shophouse on Bamrung Mueang Road, a short walk from the Giant Swing, open from 07:30.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 07:30–17:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Details
- Phone
- 064 808 5262
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Why go, and how to do it well
Craftsman Roastery at Old Town is the specialty coffee stop for anyone doing the temples. It sits in a century-old Sino-Portuguese shophouse on Bamrung Mueang Road, opposite the Ministry of Interior and a few minutes on foot from the Giant Swing and Wat Suthat, and the restoration kept the old facade. The team roasts its own beans, and Time Out singles out two of them, a house blend called Wrench Wood with rum-raisin notes and a light-roasted single origin from Huai Khun Phar village in the north. Pies are baked in house.
A latte costs about ฿115 to ฿120 going by recent reviews, which is normal for specialty coffee in Bangkok. There is free Wi-Fi and a long table where people work, but it is a small room, so it suits an hour's break more than a full day on a laptop.
It opens at 07:30, earlier than most Old Town cafés, which makes it the natural first stop before the Grand Palace crowds build. It closes at 17:00. The Golden Mount and Wat Saket are a 10-minute walk east.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Pair your visit. After Craftsman Roastery at Old Town, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
23 Thanon Bamrung Mueang, Khwaeng San Chao Pho Sua, Khet Phra Nakhon
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Craftsman Roastery at Old Town: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Craftsman Roastery at Old Town worth visiting?
Craftsman Roastery at Old Town holds a 4.8★ rating from 432 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Craftsman Roastery at Old Town?
Craftsman Roastery at Old Town is typically open 07:30–17:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
How expensive is Craftsman Roastery at Old Town?
Craftsman Roastery at Old Town is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Craftsman Roastery at Old Town?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Craftsman Roastery at Old Town located?
Craftsman Roastery at Old Town is at 23 Thanon Bamrung Mueang, Khwaeng San Chao Pho Sua, Khet Phra Nakhon, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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