
On our recent trip back to Bangkok we had to visit an old favorite breakfast spot – Crepes & Co on Sukhumvit Soi 12. They claim to be the best Creperie in Bangkok and who am I to say they’re not… I don’t think I can name a single other Creperie in Bangkok
Crepes and Co has historically been the place for breakfast for expats in the know. I remember the first time I stumbled across it, and the resulting weight gain, like it was yesterday. Outside of the champagne brunches in the major hotels, Crepes & Co is easily the most indulgent breakfast in Bangkok, but with a fairly reasonable price.
The location is a bit out of the way and this is a good thing. Tucked into a garden well into Soi 12 you feel removed from the hustle and bustle of the city. The soft lighting and pillows help you take it easy through service…enjoying your meal at a leisurely pace. Often you’ll see the lovely house cat napping away – completing the feeling that you’re dining in an old friend’s home.
When dining at Crepes and Co I opt for “The Brunch”. I never come close to finishing the food presented, but it’s only 150 baht more than “The Breakfast Club” and you get a finishing coffee (this would pretty much be the price of another coffee anywhere else) a bread basket and much more on top of the 2 course Breakfast Club.
“The Brunch” was my first mutli-course breakfast in my life. To start you can choose a hot drink and a fruit juice. Then a choice of a breakfast treat – yogurt, muesli, corn flakes with banana, pain perdu (french toast), or cheese toast. This in addition to either a fruit plate or fruit salad!
Next up is a bread basket. This last time the croissants were exceptional. They’re usually just OK, but they were particularly fresh this time. You get a choice of three breads of either – Croissant, Baguette, Toasts, or English Muffin. I usually go all three in for Croissants.
Then comes the “main”, 2 Eggs your style – Scrambled, Poached, Omelette, and Fried with a choice of bacon, ham, mushrooms, tomatoes and other sides. Unfortunately this has always been my least favorite part of the meal. I don’t know what eggs they use, but they never taste exactly right and are usually a touch too runny.
Lastly you have a choice of pancake to finish – Maple and Cream, Banana Nuts (a touch dry), Banana Chocolate (sugar overload, in a good way), Swiss (cheese and spinach), Smoked Salmon, or a Crepe “Beurre Sucre”.
And a last hot drink. If you still need food after this… you have problems. No seriously, if you can eat all of this and walk out comfortably see a dietitian or physician
I don’t need to write loads about this because it has all been said before. This is a well-established Bangkok favorite that will most likely remain so for another few years as long as management stays on top of their game. Despite a slight disappointment with the eggs it gets a solid recommendation from me for a place to start your day (a late start around 11 is better) in Bangkok.
There’s actually a full restaurant here as well and I’ve heard equally good things about it, but to me it’s existed solely as a breakfast place. Let us know if you’ve enjoyed a regular meal here.
Crepes and Co
18 Sukhumvit Soi 12, Bangkok
9am to midnight
Tel. 66(0)2-6533990 to 1
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6 comments
kitty says:
May 12, 2009
The new outlet just opened on Thonglor Soi 8. A big change of clientele, from curious tourists to new-moneyed fashionistas. The vibe of the new place is also different. More–Thonglor i.e. snobbish, self-conceited, stuffed atmosphere.
The food is still good though, fortunately.
Lotti says:
May 13, 2009
Really, Paul, it’s difficult to fit in more details from my favourite brunch place. We go at least once a week – my kids are essentially growing up there.. Fantastic pictures, I need a pain perdu NOW! But I did in fact think of two more great things about the place that actually weren’t mentioned: First, the tropical garden with lying-down-at-the-table dinner possibilities. Amazing, in the middle of busy Bangkok. And second – which doesn’t concern you, yet, and could possibly even bother some – the very child-friendly approach with high chairs and and fun play area with lots of toys and comics. Personally, I also like how Serge walks around, greets the guests and indeed makes everyone feel like their dining at a friend’s house.
Paul says:
May 13, 2009
Yeah, I meant to go into more detail about the garden. I actually photographed a couple having an engagement ceremony there one time. Perfect place for it. A nice relaxing brunch, giving gifts to the parents, etc
Other places that are kid friendly usually bother me a bit, but I’ve never had it be a problem at Crepes & Co. Maybe I’ve been lucky LOL.
john says:
May 19, 2009
hi there maybe try breakfast and coffee there sometime regards John
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