True Love Cafe may be the most popular Husky cafe in Bangkok right now, but one animal cafe that is increasingly gaining the attention of all animal lovers is Little Zoo Cafe in Siam.

This animal cafe features all sorts of animals such as dogs, cats and birds of different breeds. To top it all off, there are also exotic animals such as an Arctic fox, a Fennec fox and a raccoon.

Do not be taken aback, as all the animals are tame and docile when they play with humans. Entrance to the cafe is free, but all visitors are expected to purchase a main and drink each in order to maintain the welfare of the animals.

Expect to see domestic pets such as this Pekingese who stole the hearts of many visitors that day. The obedient dog is a joy to play with and loves to laze around while enjoying a scratch from many willing human friends.

Other dog breeds they have include the cheeky Chihuahuas who never seem to get tired of dashing around the cafe, giving the entire space a lively atmosphere.

The raccoon has its own special room and visitors are required to wait in line for their turn before they are allowed in. Once you are inside, you are allowed to interact with the raccoon and feed it. Just remember, no carrying is allowed!

You no longer have to travel all the way to the Sahara of North Africa to see a Fennec fox! Little Zoo Cafe has two such foxes and these feisty creatures are mind-blowingly beautiful when you see them up close in real life.

Those who prefer smaller animals will find plenty there as well. We particularly liked the Chinchillas and Parakeets as they are extremely adorable!

Unlike many pet cafes, Little Zoo Cafe has a full menu with appetisers, mains, desserts and beverages. We decided to go for the Omelette Lava Rice (THB215/S$8.84), Hamburg Steak With Rice (THB265/S$10.90), Thai Iced Tea (THB155/S$6.37) and Latte Frappe (THB165/S$6.79).

While the food is not spectacular, the standard is decent as compared to many other themed cafes in Bangkok.

Rest assured that the animals there are under strict supervision by the staff who do crowd control so that the animals would not feel overwhelmed and stressed out.

Little Zoo Cafe
Siam Square Soi 11
Bangkok, Thailand
Nearest BTS: Siam

If you are heading to Bangkok, read our guide to 28 best cafes in Bangkok.

Pablo—Osaka’s Famous Cheese Tart is opening in Bangkok this week. Its first outlet in Bangkok will be located at Siam Paragon and it will officially open on 27 October 2016.

Now, these Japanese cheese tarts have driven the world crazy, and it is only safe to say that Pablo is among the best. Their debut was more than 2 years ago, but till today, Pablo sees a steady queue at all their outlets in Japan.

Now that it is charting into Bangkok’s territory, we can only rejoice because we are now a step closer to getting our favourite Cheese Tarts.

We are one of those loyal fans who would patiently stand in line and to wait for the batches of fresh bakes, because no trip to Japan would be complete without a baked cheese tart from Pablo.

The baked cheese tarts are in a league of its own; so wonderfully cheesy and crumbly, you’d fall in love at first bite. They are baked fresh in-house daily, and we love looking through the glass windows to catch glimpses of how the godlike tarts are prepared.

Other than its signature Baked Cheese Tart, we understand that Pablo Thailand will also be offering its Premium Cheese Tart, Baked Matcha Cheese Tart with Shiratama & Azuki, Baked Chocolate Cheese Tart, as well as its Pablo Mini Cheese Tart.

There were snaking queues when BAKE Cheese Tart first opened in Bangkok so we are expecting nothing less from Pablo.

Nonetheless, we are not complaining about the queue as we do not have to fly to Japan just to satisfy our cravings for these oozing cheese tarts from Pablo. We are so looking forward to our next trip to Bangkok!

Pablo Thailand
991/1 Rama I Rd
Siam Paragon, GF
Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Nearest BTS: Siam

This Tom Yum UFO from Sansab Restaurant has been making waves in Bangkok, and it is one of the more commonly photographed food dish on Instagram these days,

In case you are wondering what it is, it really is a simple steamboat of sorts, with additional ingredients on the side. Is it really that worth the hype though?

We made a trip to the restaurant during our recent trip to Bangkok, and here’s our take.

San Sab is a pretty comfortable restaurant that sits on level 4 of Siam Paragon. It is spacious, brightly lit, and has booth seats for big groups.

Its regular menu is unassuming – your regular Thai dishes, occasional inserts of random Western dishes, and a whole menu of sweet and colourful drinks that you would typically see in Bangkok. Nothing too out of the norm.

But the recent introduction of this Tom Yum UFO got everyone going gaga over. More than just a steamboat, it has four separate pockets on the circumference of the pot, and in its pocket are complements to the steamboat.

The UFO comes in three variations – all meat (THB499), regular seafood (THB579) and premium seafood (THB799). Whichever variation you are going to order, they all come with the extra ingredients on the outside – cheese, corn, quail eggs and seaweed soup.

San Sab probably got this inspiration from famous K-bbq Kang Ho Dong Baekjeong, which is famous for the addition of cheese, corn and steamed eggs on the outer pockets of their grills.

Unfortunately, the whole pot didn’t taste as good as it looked in pictures. We went for the premium seafood version, but it was not worth THB799 at all. The big prawns as pictured were far from fresh, and while the tom yum soup tasted decent, it was nothing much to shout about. But we made ours a tad better by adding the cheese to the soup, and the melted goodness added a nice sweetness to the soup.

Stick to the regular version and don’t bother “splurging” on the expensive version. It still makes a fun meal with pals, and its location makes it a convenient spot for a quick dinner.

Located on level four of Siam Paragon in Bangkok, Nuer Koo is known for its premium beef noodles, with prices ranging from THB170 for the sirloin to a whopping THB950 for a bowl of Kobe beef noodles.

In Bangkok, a city that is famous for its delicious and cheap street food, you can easily get a bowl of beef noodles from any street stalls for THB30. So with Nuer Koo charging relatively more for beef noodles – is it worth your money?

The beef comes in different cuts such as sirloin (THB170), under-rib (THB350) ribeye (THB 450), Australian Wagyu (THB 550), and Kobe (THB950). You pick your preferred cut, then choose the carbs add-on. There’s a choice of Japanese steamed rice, but the wiser choice is to go for noodles (both flat and slim ones work) that comes in a bowl of fragrant, savoury broth.

There is also a traditional beef broth noodles (THB85)  option – which is a friction of the cost of the premium beef noodles.

We went for the Ribeye Beef Noodles and it sure lived up to expectations. The ribeye beef came soaked in a bowl of warm and rich beef broth. Every slice was slightly under cooked with its marbling well retained.

Everything was gone in a flash. Killed it in less than five. Our only gripe was the small portions and we’d probably need at least two bowls to be full.

Continue filling yourselves up, we say! That was what we did.

Beef rice bowls, darling. Glorious beef rice bowls!

Nuer Koo’s Australian Wagyu Rice Bowl (THB 570) has their own version with slices of (slightly overcooked) beef and sweet onions. Not too keen on well done beef, and maybe that’s why the beef bowl disappointed us a little. And there could have been a runny onsen egg too. Nonetheless, still a decent one if noodles ain’t your thing.

The beef noodles may be pricey by Bangkok’s standard, but by its quality and taste, it is still considerably reasonable, especially when we are talking about premium beef cuts such as wagyu and kobe.

Nuer Koo
Siam Paragon, Level 4
991 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan
Daily: 11am – 9.30pm
Nearest BTS: Siam

For more recommendations, read our guide on the best Thai restaurants in Bangkok.

A dessert heaven for those with a sweet tooth, Mr. Jones’ Orphanage in Bangkok is decorated with fun soft toys with a low-ceiling whimsical interior, supposedly modelled after a children’s orphanage.

Fret not, Mr Jones’ Orphanage actually got its name from a children’s book and the main goal of this dessert cafe is to instil nostalgia and send you back to your warm and carefree childhood.

By now, Mr Jones’ Orphanage should be no stranger if you frequent Bangkok. We, too, are no exception. Every time we visit Bangkok, we find ourselves hooked in by the unique interior that stood out amongst the edgier high fashion shops in Siam Centre.

Every cosy wooden booth has an adorable teddy bear awaiting your company, and we found fun in such simple joys.

Sure, not everything tastes fantastic here. We were disappointed a few times, but in general, the cakes on the menu are extremely affordable and the menu ranges from decadent chocolate mud pies to fruity crepes and waffles. There is something for every dessert lover here.

While the Strawberry Sponge Cake (100 baht, S$4) looked a tad ordinary, the cake itself sure wasn’t. Digging into it was like cutting into spongy perfection. The cake layer was light yet extremely delicious. The acidity of the strawberry and the sauce lifted this amazing slice of heaven to the next level.

We also had the Red Velvet Cake (120 baht, S$4.80) which has a nice balance of tart and sweetness from the gorgeous red cake layer and the cream cheese frosting.

Mr. Jones’ Orphanage is somewhere we know we will always return to when in Bangkok. The whimsical interior and abundance of teddy bears are sure mood lifters, and if you haven’t already visited, mark this place down for your next Bangkok trip!

Mr. Jones’ Orphanage
989 Soi Siam Center Building
3rd Floor, Rama 1 Road
Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Daily: 11am – 10pm
Nearest BTS: Siam

For more recommendations, read our guide to 34 best cafes in Bangkok.

About the writer:
Cheryl is a staff writer for ladyironchef. She loves a good steak and an even better cuppa. She eats just about anything and everything. In her free time, she regularly starts on sci-fi or fantasy movie marathons.