Roots Coffee at The Commons Thonglor

Bangkok's specialty-coffee pioneer, anchoring the ground floor of The Commons Thonglor community mall. Serious single-origin Thai and imported beans, excellent baristas, zero pretension. It's a coffee stop, not a destination in itself — pair it with grazing the rest of The Commons. Seating is communal and can be scarce at weekend brunch hours.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does coffee cost at Roots?

Roughly 100-180 THB per cup depending on the brew — standard specialty pricing for Bangkok. More than street coffee, obviously, but fair for the quality.

Does Roots have other branches?

Yes — several around Bangkok including Sathorn and shopping malls. The Commons Thonglor is the flagship experience though, mostly because of the building itself.

What else is at The Commons besides Roots?

It's a stacked open-air food hall: craft beer, tacos, seafood, gelato, and a good gym-adjacent crowd-watching scene. Roots works best as the opener or closer of a grazing session there.

What are Roots at The Commons' opening hours?

Roughly 8am to 5pm daily, though listings disagree — some show later closing. If you're planning an evening visit, check their Instagram first; The Commons itself stays open later than the coffee counter.

What makes Roots Coffee special in Bangkok?

They were among the first in Bangkok to roast their own and work directly with Thai coffee farmers, especially in the north. If you want to taste what Thai-grown specialty coffee can do, this is the benchmark.

Is Roots good for working on a laptop?

Weekday mornings, yes — communal tables and decent wifi via The Commons. Weekends, don't be that person; seating gets scarce and it's more of a social brunch scene.

How do I get to The Commons Thonglor?

BTS to Thong Lo, then it's a 15-minute walk up Soi Thonglor (Sukhumvit 55) to Soi 17 — or grab a motorbike taxi from the station for about 20-30 THB. In the hot season, take the bike.

What should I order at Roots?

Ask for a hand-brew of whatever Thai single origin they're featuring — that's the point of the place. Their iced 'dirty' style drinks and cold brew are the local crowd favorites in the heat.

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