Bonita Cafe and Social Club

The cafe is owned and operated by a friendly Japanese and Thai couple. When my wife and I ordered our lunch, the owner advised us not to over-order as the meal portions were generous. Where else would customers be advised against over-ordering, as most places would be more than pleased when customers over-spend?

We shared three dishes. Food quality, portioning, flavours and pricing were great. Best of all, we were looking after our bodies with the vegan food and healthy food preparations. At the end of our lunch, we felt comfortable and did not have the over-eating sensation.

There are many vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Bangkok, and Bonita Cafe is definitely one of our restaurant of choice for healthy dining.

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Bonita Cafe, and I must say, it was an experience to remember. Despite the owner, who works tirelessly alone, facing health challenges, her dedication to serving delicious vegan food shines through. It's evident that each dish is crafted with care and passion. The flavors were simply outstanding, and I found myself savoring every bite. What truly impressed me was the owner's warmth and friendliness despite her own struggles. It's inspiring to see someone with such resilience and determination. Additionally, learning about her incredible journey, including her travels to America and her cross-country run, added an extra layer of appreciation for the cafe. I highly recommend Bonita Cafe to anyone looking for not only great food but also a heartwarming experience.

AMAZING and freshly prepared food! We enjoyed every bite of our full-of-flavours meals. The owner is also super friendly, helpful and so sweet. We are definitely coming back soon to try other meals. Also, the interiors is very cozy and the cats are adorable. As a vegetarian European, who’s been in A LOT vegan restaurants, I can say, with a clear conscience, it was the best vegan patty I’ve ever had.

WOW I love this place! Me and my friend came for a rest. Very homey atmosphere on the first floor, comfy sofa perfect for two person. My favorite is the green smoothie! You can feel the ingredients are very fresh and healthy, and most importantly soooo yummy! Cheese cake is also so refreshing and tasty! It’s all made with a good heart, just like mom cooking for you at home 😀 we liked everything so much so we ordered dinner here, also very generous portion! Zucchini pasta is perfect for a low appetite day! Will definitely come back 🥰 and play with cats like other customers mentioned

Such a lovely warm place to visit. Loved piecing together the story of these two amazing humans from around the room.
Thank-you for your delicious and kind food, wish we were staying longer to visit again.
Highly recommend if in Bangkok :)

I loved the home feel in this restaurant. The staff are so warm and welcoming and the food was delicious.

I had the Japanese curry with tempeh and really enjoyed it.

They have a wide range of gluten free and vegan dishes. Can't wait to explore more.

5 ⭐ Great full vegan menu with labeled gluten free options. They have a super menu from breakfast selection (don’t miss the waffle!!), to mains like burgers, pasta (rice, soya pasta as well), salads, bites..
The restaurant being opened for 10 years is really cozy, the staff is a happy welcoming one, and it just makes a delicious food even better 🫶🏼 thank you!!

Hidden gem in Sathorn! With its homey atmosphere & dedicated owners, Bonita is a place to find food for the soul - clean, home-cooked plant-based food and rejuvenating power shakes and juice blends. I especially enjoyed the owners' collection of vintage and retro artifacts. There is so much to look at, and bask in the atmosphere as you eat and dine on healthy and clean delicious food cooked by Neung and K themselves in the kitchen. As well, being gluten-intolerant, I appreciated the clearly-labeled menu with many gluten free options to choose from.

Items ordered: Pan fried German potatoes, Mixed vegetables soup, Chocolate banana power shake, Fried Tempeh & Cheesecake

Note about gluten free options: Some of the gluten free options on the menu such as pancakes/waffles contain oats which are not certified gluten free oats, so avoid those if you're celiac/gluten intolerant

They also have a nice private room upstairs suitable for hosting gatherings, such as a board game night that we recently hosted there (for a large group, note that food will take a bit longer to serve as it’s a small kitchen - pre-order is suggested).

What a beautiful place, uniquely decorated and run by some extremely kind people who you sense have been living an interesting life to the fullest - would love to hear about it one day if they would be willing to share 😊 The place was brimming with paraphernalia from their extreme USA run of 5000 kms over Route 66, very impressive and fun to feast your eyes on the many picture and Route 66 plates. They had a lovely and elaborate menu - including a heartwarming section about their cafe and social mission. Made us very happy 💚 This time we opted for Western food: the vegan hot dog plate and scrambled tofu / club sandwiches which were nice and kept us fulfilled for the rest of the day. Complimentary filtered water was offered and (re)poured in abundance too. Also noteworthy: there was a very cute cat barricading the door when we were finished with our meal. Cat didn’t want to be touched today, which of course we respected, and it was still a treat to witness the majestic lil beast in all its fluffy glory. The sign supporting Ukraine outside was also a nice gesture. Oh and when asked, the owner kindly advised us to a good hospital (because one of us had suffered a severely sprained and swollen ankle), even walked out with us towards our Grab car and wished us good luck, which was very sweet. We wish these wonderful people countless happy and healthy days, and good business. We definitely hope to return one day 💚

While it might not the best vegan food in Bangkok, I most enjoy it for the atmosphere there. The service is impeccable and there's just a positive atmosphere thanks to the individuals who run the place.

"Best vegan food EVER, treated like family"
The food was varied and delicious. I especially loved the Japanese Curry with the freshest of spaghetti.

It is a wonderful place to eat and just relax.
Drinks and desserts all amazing!!
It was so good and was even more impressed with the healthy, delicious food and warm and friendly atmosphere.

The lady is a superwoman . She's super sweet and her food is yum. A good option for all vegans :)

Very nice place for lunch or early dinner. High quality ingredients and good taste. Most importantly they don't use MSG.

Service is friendly and fast. They charge a commission for payment with card so I recommend paying by cash. Also, prices are above average so keep that in mind.

Absolutely unique place, an authentic Japanese take on an American diner. Everything vegan, nutritious and delicious. Well-prices for the quality. Many dishes you won't find anywhere else in Bangkok. The owners have fantastic life stories.

The Japanese curry was very hearty and filling, the brown rice cooked to perfection.
very cute cozy upstairs area with folk decor pieces and furniture.
Ran bun a Japanese runner and his wife, noticed they use cats as vip customer service providers

The food was amazing, the service was very friendly, and the atmosphere was so cozy! We tried the teriyaki burger and Nam tok with brown rice. Both were so delicious! The cats (/owners) were a true highlight. The owners let us stay when it started pouring rain and even gave us their umbrella. We will never forget their kindness and the love/care they showed us. Do support this local vegan business!

Eating at Bonita Cafe and Social Club is like going to your grandma's house and getting served with the utmost love, care and attention-to-detail. The owner, cook, and server truly care about your experience and they put love, cleanliness (which is hard to find), and quality ingredients in the food. If you are not just a vegan, but someone who values non-greasy, high quality, fresh ingredient meals, then this is the place for you. Plus they have so many options to choose from! You won't get bored. Both times that we've come here so far (yes, I am currently sitting in Bonita Cafe writing this review) we've ordered the Japanese curry with white or brown rice and a side of pan-fried seasonal vegetables (they actually look and taste steamed, not fried, but are still really good). We also ordered 2 whole wheat pancakes with coconut whipped cream and coconut syrup which was so fluffy, heart-warming and not too sweet. I love that they don't use microwave or low-quality ingredients in their food preparation. That's hard to find in BKK. But anyway, the pancakes are very much so worth the splurge (in case you're watching your carbs). It tastes like they use freshly ground whole wheat or just good quality flour to make the pancakes. You can also opt for gluten-free pancakes or waffles instead. We also ordered fresh juices which were delicious. Mine was guava, apple, spinach, ginger and pineapple and my husband had the beetroot, cucumber, carrot, lemon and pineapple juice. So good! Definitely make your way here if you are vegan, vegetarian, Ayurvedic, or even keto/paleo because it will be so easy for you to make good eating choices here no matter plant-based eating preference you have!

We absolutely loved the food, the people and the quaintness of this cafe.
The food was not only delicious and fresh but also felt very nourishing and satisfying.

The owner is very warm and friendly and opens up very happily. We loved interacting with her and dining at this place overall. Because we got to eat happily and also have great discussions on their journey.

Would certainly recommend the Vegi club sandwich which was soft and moist, the Som Tum salad which was delicious and juicy as well as the Avocado + Like juice which was the drink of the day.

This cafe was well worth the detour and I would love to recommend it to all!

Foods 10/10
Atmosphere 10/10
Service 10/10

Great vegan restaurant in Bangkok.
Owner was very kind and helpful.
She helped us to park on the street.

Gluten free foods are also available.
Highly recommend it here if you want decent plants based food.

Smoothie was creamy and tasty. No sugar added.
Gluten free carbonara was thick and  savory.

Japanese curry with brown rice .
It was delicious with large chunks of vegetables.

The club sandwich is a combination of crunchy snow cabbage and avocado.

Everything is a big portion.
They closed on Tuesday.

As I was in the area and feeling hungry, I decided to give this place a try and now I can't stop raving about it.

About a minute away from a typical busy, loud and crowded Bangkok street, a calm vegan oasis awaits you. I was greeted by lovely music playing and a cat sleeping peacefully on a chair. I was offered a glass of water and the menu, from which I chose the Bonita Club Sandwich. I was (happily) surprised by the large portion. It was also very tasty and obviously made with love!

It's a place to eat, drink, but also recharge. I ended up staying for a bit, just enjoying the quiet, soothing atmosphere with light music, now two cats and a very friendly staff.

Even if you are not vegan and may not be looking for a vegan place, I highly recommend coming here.