Rocket Cafe @ Sathorn Soi 12 [Bangkok]

If you think that the cafe culture in Singapore is big, wait till you visit Bangkok. The cafe scene in Bangkok is even more vibrant. Rocket Cafe started in July 2013, has three outlets in the capital city of Thailand now. They are at Sathorn Soi 12, Sukhumvit Soi 49 and Central Embassay Shopping Mall. My recent trip to Bangkok, brought me to Rocket Cafe at Sathorn Soi 12.

Rocket Fuel 4/5

Rocket Fuel 4/5

The first thing that caught our eyes in the menu is the Rocket Fuel (105 baht small / 315 baht big). It is actually a fancy name for the Cold Brew Coffee of 100% Arabica blend. The simple touch of having a slice of orange helps to reduce the acidity of the coffee for a refreshing caffeine fix.

Hot Cocoa 4.2/5

Another interesting beverage on the menu is the Hot Cocoa (180 baht). It comes in a deconstructed form with an Ecuadorian cocoa stick, a large cup of steamed milk, a dollop whipped cream. Pop the cocoa stick into the hot steamed milk and stir until it dissolved to get you cup of hot cocoa. You can add the whipped cream if you like.

Cafe Mocha 4.2/5

The Cafe Mocha (125 baht) came with a beautiful latte art. The coffee has a good body to it which is also not too acidic. A aromatic cup of coffee to re-energize my day.

Ichigo 4/5

Besides the beverages, we also order their dessert, Ichigo (240 baht) which is only available after 11am. The beautifully plated dessert consists of strawberry and raspberry in sorbet, mousses, gels, meringue, tuile as well as fresh and dried with sous-vide rhubarb, vanilla bean pudding, lemon curd, and start anise crumbles. A refreshing dessert with many different layers of textures at play.

The cafe is spacious, cosy and well lite especially from the natural lighting coming in through the 2 story high glass panel. We already had our lunch before popping by Rocket Cafe, hence we did not try their bakes and mains. If I have the opportunity, I would love to go back to Rocket Cafe again to try the other offerings on the menu.


Rocket Cafe S.12
149 Sathorn Soi 12
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Nearest BTS: Chong Nonsi BTS Station
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Opening Hours:
Daily: 7am - 9pm

Old Hen Cafe @ Rangoon Road

Interesting name there for a cafe to be called Old Hen. Not sure exactly what is the reason behind it but definitely is a catchy one. Upon hearing about this place, I made my way down with my foodies friend to check out what this place is all about.

Finally a cafe without the brick walls. I like the simple and clean layout of the cafe using the warm sunlight to light up the place. Glass bottles and pot of green plants can be spotted at various corner of the cafe giving it a nice simple touch which further brightens up the atmosphere.

White 4/5

Coffee here is kept simple to just black or white with 3oz or 5oz. I went for the White ($4/$4.50) which was pretty decent, mid body, not to acidic and easy to drink. Coffee beans are sourced from Oriole.

Different from most hipster cafe, Old Hen Cafe offers Cold Brew Coffee ($6/$6.50) on their menu. If you have tasted those iced can coffee, it taste similar. It is light and milky which made it quite refreshing and easy to drink. I good chance from the usual to beat the heat.

Buttermilk Waffles 2.5/5

he Buttermilk Waffle ($9) is served with blueberry compote and fresh strawberries drizzled with pure maple syrup and valrhona chocolate sauce. It is then topped with honey infused greek yogurt. The cafe ran out of strawberries so they given us more blueberries instead. Unfortunately I did not like my the waffle, it was quite bland. We actually struggled to finish it.

Old Hen Cafe is a quiet and small little humble place. It will be good for one who wants to have a decent cup of coffee and self time away from those crowded hipster cafe. Food wise, it is simple with much rooms for improvement.


Old Hen Cafe
88 Rangoon Road
#01-03
Singapore 218374
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oldhencoffee
Website: http://oldhencoffee.com/
Nearest MRT: Farrer Park (NE Line)

Opening Hours:
Mon: 12pm - 10pm
Wed-Fri: 12pm - 10pm
Sat-Sun: 10am - 10pm

Direction:
1) Alight at Farrer Park MRT station. Take Exit B. Turn left and walk to traffic junction. Cross the road to Rangoon Road. Walk to destination. Journey time about 3 minutes. [Map]