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QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

The things people ask us most — parking, dogs, kids, getting here, and hiring the room upstairs. If yours isn't here, just call. Someone will pick up.

Finding us

Where exactly is Saphan 55?

At the far end of Thonglor, where the road meets Phetchaburi — right by the bridge over the canal. The address is 759 Sukhumvit 55, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110. Worth knowing before you set off: this is the top of Thonglor, not the Sukhumvit end.

What do I tell a taxi or Grab driver?

Just "Saphan 55" — drivers know it. If that doesn't land, say "saphan" (สะพาน, bridge): it is the only bridge on the road, so there is nothing else it could mean.

Is it walkable from BTS Thonglor?

No — and we would rather say so than have you try. BTS Thonglor is at the Sukhumvit end of the road and we are at the top, about two kilometres up. Take a red truck (songthaew) from outside the station; they run the length of Thonglor and stop right in front of us.

Can I come by canal boat?

Yes, and it is the quickest way if you are coming from town. Thong Lo pier on the Khlong Saen Saep line is right by us — get off, cross the footbridge, and you are here.

Is there parking?

Yes — free, on site, and somewhere between forty and sixty spaces. In Thonglor that is close to unheard of, and it is the reason a lot of people come to this end of the road in the first place.

The place

How big is it, and what is on each floor?

Two floors. Everything day to day happens on the ground floor — the kitchens, the coffee counter, the seating inside and out. The whole upstairs is a private event space you can hire.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, in the outdoor seating. Dogs are welcome out there and there is plenty of it — indoors we have to keep them out.

Is it good for kids?

Very. We have high chairs, and a pile of things to play with — board games, Jenga, and old 8-bit video games. Parents tend to get through a whole coffee here, which is not nothing.

Is there wheelchair access?

Yes, the ground floor is accessible by wheelchair, and that is where everything day to day happens. We should be straight with you about one thing though: there is no dedicated accessible toilet. The toilets are roomy, but they are not fitted out for it.

Is there a baby changing table?

Not a dedicated one, no. The toilets are spacious enough that most parents manage, but we would rather you knew in advance than found out.

Can I work here? Is there Wi-Fi and a plug?

Yes to all three. The Wi-Fi is free, there are power sockets, and nobody is going to hurry you along. Stay as long as you like.

Where can I smoke?

There is a designated outdoor smoking area. The indoor, air-conditioned room is non-smoking — so whichever of the two you are, there is somewhere to sit.

Eating and drinking

Can one table order from both kitchens?

Yes — order anything from anywhere on the premises, to any table. Tom yum and a sourdough pizza at the same table is an extremely normal order here.

Are there vegetarian and vegan options?

Yes, and we will do what we practically can beyond what is marked. Do tell your server, because Thai cooking hides fish sauce, shrimp paste and dried shrimp in places you would not expect — it is much easier for the kitchen to leave something out than to take it back out.

Is the food halal?

No. We are not a halal kitchen and we would not want to imply otherwise.

Can I have it less spicy?

Yes. Thai dishes come at the heat you ask for — no chilli, mild, medium, hot, or very hot. Asking for it mild is not a strange request and nobody will think less of you.

Do the kitchens close before the venue does?

No — all the kitchens run at the same time, so there is never a point in the evening where one is open and another has shut. If you want to be certain late on, give us a ring.

Do you do delivery and takeaway?

Both. We are on GrabFood, LINE MAN and Robinhood, and you can order to take away at the counter.

Is there a lunch set?

Yes. Ask at the table or the counter for what is on — it changes, so the printed menu is the one to trust.

Is the coffee any good, and what if I don't drink coffee?

It is a proper espresso bar, ground fresh to order. We don't roast our own — we would rather buy well than claim more than we do. Plant-based milk is there if you want it. If coffee isn't your thing: matcha, English tea, Thai tea, herbal teas, fresh lemonade and fruit sodas.

Is there a bar on site?

Yes. BREW — Beers & Ciders is on the ground floor, its own business under the same roof. Sixteen taps, with more again in the fridge, imported and Thai, Belgian and Trappist among them. Wine and sangria as well.

Tables and booking

Do I need to book a table?

Usually not. We are a big place, and walk-ins almost always find space. We do take reservations though, and groups of about twenty or more tend to book so we can put you together properly. Call +66 98 982 2255.

How can I pay?

Cash, cards and PromptPay QR — we take everything. One thing to know: card payments have a 300 baht minimum.

Is there a service charge or VAT on top?

No. The price on the menu is the price you pay — service and VAT are already in it.

Is there live music?

Sometimes. It isn't on a fixed night, so Instagram is the place to check what is coming up — we post it there first.

Private events upstairs

Can I hire the space?

Yes — the whole of the second floor. It has its own kitchen, an air-conditioned room, a bar and a large outdoor area, and it is yours for the day.

How many people does it hold?

Up to three hundred across the floor. Seated inside the air-conditioned room the number is smaller — think under a hundred. Most events spill into the outdoor area, which is under a big roof with a large fan and proper ventilation, so it stays comfortable rather than turning into a hot afternoon outside.

What do people use it for?

So far: corporate events, art exhibitions and product expos. The room takes a crowd and a long table equally well, so it has been more flexible than we expected.

Do you provide AV and catering, or do I bring my own?

Either way. We have the AV on site and can provide it all, and catering can come from our kitchens — but you are equally welcome to bring your own caterer. We would rather the day looked like yours than like ours.

How far ahead do I need to book?

About a week is usually enough. If your date is sooner than that, ask anyway — it often still works.

What does it cost?

It depends on the day, the numbers and whether you want catering from us — so rather than post a figure that would be wrong for most people, tell us what you have in mind and we will come back with a real one. Email [email protected] or call +66 98 982 2255.

Can I book out the whole venue, downstairs included?

We would rather not, and it is worth explaining why. Closing the ground floor means turning away the regulars who walk in that day, and a place that does that stops being a neighbourhood hangout. The upstairs is genuinely private and self-contained, so you get your event without anyone else losing theirs.

STILL WONDERING?

Ask us directly — we would rather answer than have you guess.

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