Grun, the German word for green, arrived on Soi 16 with a clear point of view: that a cafe could be both an excellent coffee destination and a thoughtfully designed space that takes its relationship with plants and produce seriously.
FOUND editorial desk3 minute readUpdated 9 August 2026
Grun Coffee / Specialty Coffee / Plant-Forward / Soi 16
Grun, the German word for green, arrived on Soi 16 with a clear point of view: that a cafe could be both an excellent coffee destination and a thoughtfully designed space that takes its relationship with plants and produce seriously. The interiors lean earthy, with natural materials, trailing greenery, and the kind of light that makes you want to stay well past your second cup.
The coffee programme is built around quality sourcing and careful preparation. The matcha latte has developed a following among regulars who are evangelical about it. The single origin filter rotates regularly, with tasting notes that inform rather than intimidate.
The food menu leans into seasonal produce and plant-forward choices without being restrictive. The banana bread arrives warm. The grain bowls are actually interesting.
Grun is the kind of cafe that has worked out what it is and committed to it fully. In a street with good coffee options, that clarity of identity is its own form of charm.
Sukhumvit Soi 16, Asoke / Check Instagram for current hours and bakesAsk what is freshest from the bakery, then choose the coffee you already know you like.
Useful before you go
Coffee, baking and warmth recur together
Recent Google Maps reviews repeatedly mention aromatic roasted coffee, fragrant baked goods and a friendly owner or barista team. The combination matters more than a single signature drink.
How to use it
The cafe is compact and close to Whale Market. Use it before a market browse or as a short coffee stop, then check Instagram for current bakes and hours.
Review themes are paraphrased from public Google Maps feedback. They describe guest opinion, not verified fact. Research checked 9 August 2026.