Wanjai Cafe House
A family-run café in an old Song Wat shophouse on the edge of Chinatown, serving mango sticky rice with a choice of mango varieties.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 10:00–19:00, Fri 10:00–19:30, Sat 10:00–20:00, Sun 10:00–19:30
- 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
- 084 931 8999
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Wanjai Cafe House is a family-run café in an old shophouse on Song Wat Road, the riverside street of warehouses and spice traders on the edge of Chinatown that has turned into one of Bangkok's best walks. Mango sticky rice is the dessert people come for, served with a choice of mango varieties including Nam Dok Mai and Ok Rong, and the rest of the menu is café food in the old Bangkok style, with Thai milk tea shaved ice, drip coffee, o-liang and pandan cake.
A medium plate meant for one or two people costs around ฿150. It is a sit-down stop with a fan and a view of the street, which suits the pace of Song Wat better than a takeaway box, and it works as the break in the middle of a Chinatown walk between Wat Mangkon and the river.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Wanjai Cafe House, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Wanjai Cafe House, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
1190 Song Wat Rd, Khwaeng Chakkrawat, Khet Samphanthawong
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
Use Grab for Delivery
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Wanjai Cafe House: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wanjai Cafe House worth visiting?
Wanjai Cafe House holds a 4.3★ rating from 370 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Wanjai Cafe House?
Wanjai Cafe House is typically open 10:00-19:00 — 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 Wanjai Cafe House?
Wanjai Cafe House is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Wanjai Cafe House?
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 Wanjai Cafe House located?
Wanjai Cafe House is at 1190 Song Wat Rd, Khwaeng Chakkrawat, Khet Samphanthawong, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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