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In Taladnoi – the old Chinese quarter along Charoen Krung – HOC is a dog friendly community bookshop, cafe and event space rolled into one, with a riverfront terrace thrown in at no extra charge.
The books are a proper consignment exchange: secondhand English titles on a rolling basis, priced to move, sourced from the neighbourhood's revolving cast of travellers, expats and regulars. Nothing curated to within an inch of its life – just books people actually read, loved and eventually left behind.
The coffee is better than it needs to be. Regulars swear by the Uji matcha latte. The homemade banoffee has its own fan base. Drinks and all day breakfast start low and the toasted sandwiches are worth the brief wait. Beyond the shelves, HOC runs film screenings, theatre nights, cycling meetups, art workshops and live music. Bring your own cup and knock B5 off your drink.
1038/4 Charoen Krung Rd, Taladnoi. Near MRT Hua Lamphong. Open daily 9am-6pm