a Coffee Roaster by li-bra-ry
Warehouse 30, Bang Rak · Bangkok · Steep Index 8.5/10 · Steep Pick
Tucked inside Warehouse 30's converted former embassy storage, a Coffee Roaster by li-bra-ry pairs an in-house roaster with a posh, laid-back room, and the cold brew and scone both deliver.
The Steep Index
Coffee earns an 8.7. Both the cold brew and the scone were excellent and genuinely tasty, and the in-house roaster behind the bar backs up the reputation. Atmosphere sits at 8.8, a posh yet laid-back room inside a converted warehouse, surrounded by the trendy, well-curated shops that make Warehouse 30 worth a slow browse before or after. Solo is the standout at 8.9, this is genuinely an ideal place to sit alone, and the wifi is strong enough to make it work as well as it makes it comfortable. Staying holds at 8.2, easy to settle into for a while. Value comes in at 7.9, fair for the setting and the quality.
- Coffee / Drink Quality: 8.7/10
- Atmosphere: 8.8/10
- Solo-Friendliness: 8.9/10
- Value: 7.9/10
- Staying Power: 8.2/10
- Overall: 8.5/10
Perfect for: working alone, people watching
The Space
a Coffee Roaster by li-bra-ry occupies a converted warehouse unit inside Warehouse 30, Bangkok's cluster of trendy, design-forward shops set inside former embassy storage buildings. The room is posh without losing its laid-back feel, and the in-house roaster behind the bar sets the tone.
The Coffee
The cold brew and the scone were both excellent, genuinely tasty rather than just photogenic. The coffee is roasted in-house, a first for the li-bra-ry brand, and it shows in the cup.
Strong wifi, posh room, and a staff that is uber friendly, this is exactly what a solo afternoon should look like.
The Vibe
Laid-back and posh in equal measure, with strong wifi and staff who are uber friendly, an ideal setup for a solo afternoon. Warehouse 30's trendy shops are right outside if you want to wander after.
The Verdict
a Coffee Roaster by li-bra-ry earns its Steep Pick by getting the solo experience exactly right, excellent coffee, a posh laid-back room, strong wifi, and genuinely warm service. Come alone, stay a while, and browse the warehouse on your way out.
Practical information
- Address: 30, a COFFEE ROASTER by li-bra-ry at Warehouse, โกดังที่ 6 Charoen Krung 30, Khwaeng Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
- Price: ฿฿
- Type: specialty cafe
- Wifi available
- Laptop friendly
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