📝 1. Overview
Located at the bustling intersection of Sukhumvit Road and Asok Montri, Asoke (Soi 12–23) blends corporate energy with local charm. It’s home to luxury condos, hidden speakeasies, shopping malls, and the vital BTS/MRT interchange. Whether you’re here for business, a casual café hop, or an upscale shopping spree, Asoke is one of Bangkok’s most well-connected and surprisingly versatile neighborhoods.
🌟 2. Highlights
🚇 BTS Asok / MRT Sukhumvit – Ultimate transfer point to explore Bangkok
🛍️ Terminal 21 – Travel-themed mall with global food courts & quirky design
🌿 Benjakitti Park – Urban oasis with lakeside paths and skyline reflections
🎭 Thai Cultural Center (nearby via MRT) – Live shows & cultural exhibits
🥂 Speakeasies & Rooftop Bars – Hidden gems like Whisgars or Vanilla Sky
💆♀️ Wellness Spots – Spas, clinics, and massage places on every block
🍲 Diverse Dining – Korean BBQ, Japanese izakaya, Thai fusion, and more
🏢 Coworking Hubs – WeWork, Regus, and creative spaces for digital nomads
💡 3. Tips
📸 Best Photo Spots:
- Terminal 21’s themed floors – Each one mimics a world city
- Benjakitti Park – Especially at dusk with skyline reflecting on water
- Vanilla Sky Rooftop Bar – Elegant city views with cocktails
🚇 Asok = BTS/MRT combo station, super useful for anywhere in Bangkok
☀️ Benjakitti Park is best early morning or sunset—avoid midday heat
👜 Terminal 21 food court is budget-friendly despite the posh mall look
🚶 Walkable, but sidewalks can be tight—watch out for tuk-tuks & motorbikes
🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 in Soi 12–23
- Cabbages & Condoms
🍛 Thai food with a cause, garden seating & unique theme
📍 Soi 12, Sukhumvit Rd
🕒 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
🚶 3 min walk from Asok BTS - Charley Brown’s Mexicana
🌮 Longtime favorite for tacos, margaritas & casual vibes
📍 Soi 11/1 (near Soi 15 entrance)
🕒 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM (Daily)
🚶 Close to Terminal 21 - Suda Restaurant
🍲 No-frills, authentic Thai eatery loved by locals
📍 Next to Exchange Tower, near MRT exit
🕒 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Daily)
🚶 1 min from MRT Sukhumvit
🍽️ 4B. Sub-Zone Picks – Recommended Spots by Area
🛍️ Soi 12–15
- Cabbages & Condoms – Relaxed dining with a social mission
- Exchange Tower – Great for business lunch options
- Bacco Italian – Romantic Italian dinners with wine cellar
🎉 Soi 16–18
- Whisgars – Speakeasy with cigars, whiskey, and jazz
- The Black Swan Pub – British fare & beer
- Craft – Laid-back garden bar with rotating craft beer taps
☕ Soi 19–23
- Artisan Café – Brunch, pastries, and good Wi-Fi
- Vanilla Sky Rooftop – Stunning views from Compass SkyView Hotel
- Siam Tea Room (Marriott) – Thai-style tea & dessert in luxury
🚗 5. Access
📍 From Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
🚝 Airport Rail Link → Makkasan → MRT Phetchaburi → Sukhumvit Station (~50 min)
🚕 Taxi (~35–50 min depending on traffic)
📍 From Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
🚕 Taxi (~30–45 min)
🚌 A1 Bus → BTS Mo Chit → BTS Asok
📍 Local Travel
🚇 Use BTS Asok or MRT Sukhumvit – both are connected by skybridge
🚶 Great for walking short distances, but side streets can be narrow
🛏️ Stay near Soi 18–22 for peaceful nights, or near Soi 12–15 for easy access to BTS
