This is a nice little cafe and pretty bar. Coffee is high good quality and inexpensive.
They also have nice cakes. The atmosphere is quite nice, with a beautiful retro decor.n
They also have wine and beer, to chill and in friendly atmosphere.
Open from 10:00am to 23:30. They also have free WifinnIt is located at Yommarat street, near Jim Jeaw Steak. Yommarat is the street of Ampawa (Ex-Bule Saloon) or Hansa.
Phone number: Contact 085-0979233/086-8603293.nMore pictures on Flickr:nhttp://www.flickr.com/photos/50651722@N03/sets/72157634335183753/
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Located in Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), this is one of the many dining options available to visitors and expats in the Isaan region of Thailand. When visiting restaurants in Korat, it is customary to order several dishes to share. Most restaurants in this area serve both Thai and international cuisine, and staff often speak some English.
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Getting There
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) is located approximately 250 km northeast of Bangkok. You can reach Korat by bus from Bangkok’s Mo Chit terminal (about 3.5 hours), by train from Hua Lamphong station, or by minivan from Chatuchak. Tuk-tuks and songthaews (shared trucks) are the most common local transport within the city.
About Isaan Cuisine
The Isaan region of northeastern Thailand has its own distinct culinary tradition, influenced by Lao and Khmer cultures. Signature dishes include som tam (spicy papaya salad), larb (spiced minced meat salad), sticky rice (khao niao), and grilled chicken (gai yang). Food in Isaan tends to be spicier and more sour than central Thai food, using ingredients like padaek (fermented fish sauce) and fresh herbs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Retro Cafe and Bar in Korat?
Retro Cafe and Bar in Korat offers vintage-themed coffee, drinks, and snacks in a nostalgic setting. Retro and vintage-themed cafes have become very fashionable across Thai cities, appealing to Thais’ love of nostalgic aesthetics and social media photography.
What makes Thai retro cafes popular?
Thai retro cafes typically feature 1960s-80s decor, vintage signage, old Thai movie posters, classic car memorabilia, vinyl records, and carefully curated aesthetics. They serve specialty coffee and Thai desserts. The visual appeal drives heavy social media sharing, which in turn drives more visitors.
What coffee drinks are typical at Thai cafes?
Thai cafes serve espresso-based drinks (latte, cappuccino, americano), Thai iced coffee (oliang), cold brew, nitro cold brew, specialty single-origin pour-overs, fruit teas, and seasonal menu items. Desserts often include traditional Thai sweets, waffles, and soft-serve ice cream.
Is Korat good for cafe-hopping?
Korat has an excellent cafe scene for a provincial city — dozens of themed and specialty cafes have opened, particularly in the university district and newer commercial areas. A day of cafe-hopping in Korat can be very rewarding, with prices 30-50% lower than Bangkok cafes for comparable quality.
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