Vegan
American
Pizza
Raw
Western
Juice bar
Beer/Wine
Take-out

Old American style cafe est. 2012 on Pan St and moved here in 2015. Offers extensive selection of vegan food, sweets, ice cream, and drinks. It's also a social club for gathering. Open Mon 10:00am-8:30pm, Wed-Sun 10:00am-8:30pm. Closed Tues.


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240 Reviews

First Review by travelish

yanalunaterra

Points +51

Vegan
18 May 2022

So charming

Imagine if you had an awesome vegan aunt and uncle who run, have cats, moved to BKK, and make the yummiest kare raisu in the world :з That's how this place feels like to me!

It's full of personality, and it's full of meals that taste like they want you to experience their best cooking, their favorite recipes. Coming there felt like coming to a cool friend's home.

(It was also great to chat 🤍 Neung and K gave me a sticker with the cafe's logo and I still have it on my luggage case!)

Updated from previous review on 2022-05-18

AnnewithanE

08 Jul 2022

margcerezo

Points +283

Vegan
13 May 2022

Delicious food with a very interesting story

We went for the food and stayed for the Cats, jokes but we were impressed with the story of the owner running all across América, vegan gains! The food was delicious as well

Pros: Cool owners, Big portions, The dessert 🤤

KamoltipC

Points +25

Mostly Veg
24 Apr 2022

Pure vegan place with great story of owner

They have options of dishes. Mostly western food such as Pizza, burgers, pasta and salad. I like their japanese curry especially. The place is decorated with cross country marathon stories of the owners. Owners are friendly and nice

Pros: Pure vegan restaurant, Good taste, Freshly cooked

Cons: A bit expensive in my opinion

chacharlee

Points +3669

Vegan
09 Apr 2022

Lovely desserts

We had the pancake and the cheesecake. Both were delicious. Will be back to try the burger next time.

Updated from previous review on 2022-01-23

RoTo333

Points +62

Vegan
07 Mar 2022

Best burger!

Ate the nachos which was great, but the rariyaki burger was just perfect! Go there!

damianferro

Points +375

Vegan
07 Mar 2022

Really good

Super nice and tranquil place with kind and attentive staff and absolutely delicious food. We had the club sandwich and the Caesar salad and they were amazing!

Pros: Delicious, Cute and tranquil place, Many different options to choose from

HALENOMAD

Points +2089

Vegan
13 Feb 2022

Wonderful 100% vegan cafe!!

Been meaning to head to Bonita cafe for some time as it's highly rated on here! It's quite a lengthy trip for me using the BTS but it was all worth it!

The staff and the owners of this cafe really make the whole experience, super friendly! Being a runner it was great to meet the owner K and his partner Neung. Having heard about his amazing endurance feet of running across the US in 2015 covering 5026 km's along route 66. I found myself reading a sample of his book about the run whilst I had my food. Really interesting and difficult to put down so I ended up buying the book before leaving.

Food was really nice, massive menu that is very varied. I went with the Club sandwich and the cheese cake for dessert and it was great, super tasty! Protein shake and coffee was also spot on, all reasonably priced.

The interior is really welcoming and you can even check out some running gear which is available to buy.

Really recommend this place and I'll certainly be back for sure!

Nearest BTS Station is Surasak and then you have a 10 minute walk. Google map location is accurate.

Pros: 100% vegan , Lovely staff and owners

WichP

Points +132

Vegan
31 Dec 2021

Love everything about this place

Cozy vibe, good coffee, and delicious homecook meals! I love spending my time here! P'Nueng is one of the nicest people I've met. When you spend money here, you know your money will go to feed real nice and caring people, who also take care of several stray cats! 🐱🐱🐱

Updated from previous review on 2021-12-31

Pros: Cozy vibe, Cute and unique decorations/furniture, Cats!

Cons: The cat doesn't like me😢

HennaTynkkynen

Points +18

Vegan
26 Dec 2021

Wanted to try everything

I never wrote a review but now I just had to, I was so happy to find the place in Bangkok.
One of the best vegan restaurants I have ever been to. The size of the menu was amazing, you have various options so there must be something to everyone. The dessert-options and cafes were so good. It’s all home made and and delicious. The vibe of the place is very cozy, i didint feel like leaving.
Big thank you!

Pros: Many options, Home made , Super cozy

lena1102

Points +74

Vegan
04 Dec 2021

Friendly staff and great food

Many options on the menu. You can have western dishes or Asian dishes. We tried a few and they were all delicious.
I definitely recommend visiting this place when you are in the area.

yungboy

Points +218

Vegan
30 Oct 2021

the best

when i first walked into this spot i had no idea that i was stepping into one of the most special spaces i would ever have the privilege of experiencing. the interior feels like an extension of a family’s living room, with cozy antique furniture, ornaments and decorations; their accomplishments and awards are scattered over the walls and on shelves. you can instantly tell they are veterans in the restaurant game, from the way everything is meticulously and purposefully organized, to the extensive menu, offering a multitude of dishes for every occasion one could think of - at just over 8 years running the restaurant, the team of 3, pi neung, pi pauleen and K know what theyre doing, and they do a very good job. pi neung and pi pauleen’s hospitality and personalities are some which i will never forget, they took care of me and fed me everyday for months, and always had funny stories to share or advice to give. with all the cats that pi neung takes care of (2 who stay inside with her and K, and around 7 who Live on the porch of the restaurant) i eventually grew to be fond of cats and when i fostered cats of my own, she helped potty train them, and would give me tips and tricks, and make me the best food. pi pauleen has a beautiful and bright energy, she is always happy to see you and she makes some incredible thai food. and K, an accomplished runner and chef taught me some running techniques i will likely use forever, and made some of the best food ive ever eaten in my Life.

i could spend hours speaking about the team and who they are and how incredible they are as people, but since happy cow has a word limit, lets get into the food.

are you a fan of pancakes/waffles? full english breakfast? beautiful perfectly done fries? hot dogs? burgers? nutritious vegetable soups? one of their best sellers is the ‘nam tok’ which is a salad from isan, thailand, it is simply phenomenal and a must try. their cheesecake is also a fan favorite. pretty much every menu item is though. their club sandwich is huge and incredible. their smoothies, which are available in banana, chococlate, beet and spinach are all also amazing. there is truly something for everyone at this gem of a restaurant, i didnt even list half of their menu and they are very accommodating to diet restrictions.

because of the pandemic, they have not been seeing the tourist traffic they are used to, so please, if you are ever in the area, stop by and tell them matthew says hi.

thank you bonita cafe 💗

Pros: the greatest people, the greatest food, the greatest place

Aubépine

Points +29

Vegetarian
27 Oct 2021

Cute friendly café

A nice place with friendly staff and an upstair dining room with old furniture and lots of books.

Great fresh food - mostly Western and Japanese dishes - that's more expensive than local Thai food, but a bit cheaper than other all-vegan trendy places.

I had lunch there on a Wednesday afternoon and had the dining room to myself.

Pros: Good food, The place's spirit and the owners' story, aircon!

Cons: a bit more expensive than usual in Bangkok

AlexanderGolan

Points +34

Vegan
13 Sep 2021

Amazing place!❤

Food just perfect! Friendly stuff😍👍🏼
Aircon, wifi, beautiful design👍🏼

Pros: Many kinds of meals for every taste!

JohnColeman

Points +518

Vegan
28 Jun 2021

Quaint boutique cafe good food

A charming and relaxing cafe/social club split over 2 floors on a quiet back street. Seating upstairs for larger parties with books to browse and a good range of vibram 5 finger style running shoes.

Service is friendly but often slow with some English spoken. Read some books, relax and chat or use WiFi while you wait.

The establishment select quality ingredients with a health focus. Food presentation is good and if you appreciate the home cooked experience, this venue is well worth a visit.

The rice and curry was excellent as were the “hot dogs”. Pizza was nothing special but still pleasant. Smoothies were not packed with ice or syrup, just good quality fruit. Pancakes are also excellent, fluffy and not greasy plus they seem to have flax in them! The ice cream is also well worth a try, we had the chocolate mocha and peanut butter, both were intensely flavoured.



Updated from previous review on 2021-06-28


Updated from previous review on 2021-06-28

Pros: Excellent ingredients with a healthy focus, Boutique venue with home cooking experience

Cons: Some dishes require inspiration , Poor service when busy

CuteMonkey

Points +372

Vegan
14 Feb 2021

Put this on your to do list in Bangkok!

Breakfast at Bonita’s. Tranquil little cafe with delicious food and great owners (two cats!)
Rode my bike here for a Sunday breakfast. Delicious vegan food and great value for money.

Pros: Great vegan food , Great value for money, Ambience is 10!

Cons: None!

ccvega

Points +11

Mostly Veg
22 Jan 2021

Super!!

Hi everyone! I found Bonita after finishing my quarantine in Bangkok. I absolutely loved my delicious club sandwich. The delicious tea cocktail I was served was a refreshing delight as well. It was the special for the day. If your in Bangkok definitely stop by Bonita and be sure to strike up a conversation with the owner, a champion runner who's accomplished many races in the US and abroad.

82amz82

Points +789

Vegan
19 Sep 2020

Great vegan food in quiet cafe

I eat here often, their carbonara, waffles, club sandwich, curry, cheesecake, carrot cake are all delicious! Also great coffee (with a decaf option!). The staff there are so friendly and I love the cats.

Pros: All vegan

madeleine_

Points +72

Vegan
12 Apr 2020

“Owned by our cats”

Cute café. Love how they personalized it and their story for the place. Food was good. Vegan bacon was to die for.

Emsee

Points +286

Vegan
29 Feb 2020

Good club sandwich and ‘sausage’ pizza!

An homage to the outstanding sports feats by the owner, there are lots of interesting things to see in here

Pros: Interesting sports history and memorabilia, Club sandwich was very good

IntentionallyBlank

Points +354

Vegan
26 Feb 2020

Friendly cozy vibe - great food

Thoroughly enjoyed the friendliness of the staff and the look/feel of the place (like being at your grandmothers).
Food is great, many options. We enjoyed the curry and the huge sandwich :)

Nicky_Vegan

Points +32

Vegan
24 Feb 2020

Amazing, go!

Really great options, more western style type of food. She gave me a really good iced cocoa

Pros: great smoothies , great vegan egg, AMAZING DESSERTS AND ICED COCOA

Cons: Not cheap, but worth it for the experience

TheVeganCowboy

Points +564

Vegan
10 Feb 2020

Western inspired cuisine

Quaint restaurant in Silom. Lovely staff, western inspired dishes. Food was good but not fantastic. Tried pizza, club sandwich, burger etc...

Pros: Lovely staff, Quaint restaurant , Prime location

Cons: Mostly western fare , Bread on club sandwich was untoasted, Burger was just ok

FelixPerrella

Points +76

Vegan
23 Jan 2020

Ingredienti ottima qualità

Mi trovavo da quelle parte e un minuto prima che chiudesse (21.00) sono entrato, la signora mi ha fatto sedere e lasciato ordinare e consumare al tavolo. Ho preso questo panino (220 bath) che non ricordo il nome, ma è uno dei loro classici. Saporitissimo, ogni ingrediente aveva gusto: patate speziate e cotte benissimo, insalata e pomodorini conditi con una salsa tipo nocciole, impasto del pane integrale e maionaise artigianale erano fantastici. Il burger di tofu. Tap water senza chiederla, servizio veloce e accogliente. C’è un piano di sopra ma non l’ho visto.

Pros: Menù conciso con buona scelta , Ottimi ingredienti e molto saporiti, La porzione nella foto sazia e appaga

smantaaa_

Points +542

Vegan
21 Jan 2020

Million stars for everything :p

As a local of Bangkok who bored of Thai food, I must say this place saves my life. Food always bomb. We ordered spaghetti. It was perfect ! I also like the fact that they have gluten free options. The owners are friendly as always. I don’t know how to explain it. You just have to visit this restaurant once and find out.

Pros: All vegan and yummy , Friendly people, Good vibes & free wifi

dareen

Points +67

Vegan
19 Jan 2020

Delicious and cute

A small cute cafe, very nice and soothing background music, they also have wine.
I tried the cheese cake and pizza and liked them both.
They have fast internet, perfect for working there.

Pros: Cute, good for working there

Cons: A bit tiny

Marilynmodiva

Points +1698

Vegan
16 Jan 2020

Absolutely loved this place so much!

What a delicious and fulfilling lunch we had today - so much so we had no space for dinner! When we first walked in, we felt at home. The decor is super quirky and eclectic, just the way we like it, and the owners are so friendly and helpful and nice! Everything came out really fast and the food was simply superb. My husband's highlight was the drink, the Datorade, which is just dates and ice blended up. I mean, GENIUS!! This was spectacular and one of my highlights too. I thoroughly enjoyed the club sandwich, which is my favourite kind of sandwich, and we also loved the American Cheeseburger as well as the Popeye's Creamy Spinach soup. We also shared the Brown - Chocolate Smoothie which was to die for... Seriously, this place was fantastic!! So as not to miss out, we ordered a brownie to take away, which I ate a couple of bites from for dinner, and once again was delighted by the yumminess of it all. Refine sugar free and gluten free - the best kind of desserts! If we had more time in Bangkok, we would come here again. And again and again and again.

Pros: So many options, Delicious, Lots of healthy, whole foods

Cons: None!

HelenaJuraj

Points +591

Vegan
25 Dec 2019

Lovely place

All vegan ! Sandwiches, burgers, pizza, pasta, smoothies, coffee

Great for brunch, nice green-ish little soi in Silom ( soi 26), vintage / old school decor ( feels like visiting grandparents house😄) they have adorable 3 cats.

Pros: All vegan, Friendly team + cats , Amazing food




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