Kuppa

Located off the Asok BTS in a former warehouse (reputedly a CIA hangout), this laid-back Western cafe-restaurant boasts a chic, minimalist interior with plenty of polished concrete and artworks. The food has a neo-Australian flair, and the pan-Asian and Pacific Rim dishes blend together the best of Thai and Western cuisine. The soft-shell crab, Parma ham, and salami platter; grilled dory; and duck liver parfait are all superb. Grilled items are sometimes served with mashed potatoes; stacks of salads and seafood round out the menu. Desserts are classic Australian stuff: puddings, cakes, and hearty dollops of cream. Kuppa has good couches for kicking back and a section for smokers. If you haven't got time to grab a lunch, come for the great coffee, and don't miss the hulking roaster machine, a centerpiece of the dining area, where Kuppa's own blend is roasted weekly. Brunch on weekends is a fun social event.

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