🔄 Updated 21 Jun 2026
If you swing through Phitsanulok and want a spot to rest after temple-hopping or a bowl of noodles, the town has plenty of cafes to choose from — high-ceilinged loft spaces downtown, riverside cafes on the Nan where you can catch the breeze, and little spots near the Naresuan University gates where students settle in for hours. We've ranked them on how comfy they are to sit, the atmosphere, and coffee quality, all from real reviews. All prices are rough ranges and may shift depending on the menu and time of day.
Cafes in Downtown Phitsanulok
Downtown Phitsanulok is where the cafes cluster most thickly. Many sit close enough to walk or make a quick drive between in one outing — handy if you're staying near the train station or in the town center.
Hammock Cafe & Restaurant
A dark-toned loft cafe with high ceilings and lovely natural light. The coffee comes in several roast levels, and the croissants and New York cheesecake are the standouts. There's parking, and it's an easy place to settle in for a work chat or a photo session.
ease cafe
A white minimalist space — plain but good-looking. The cappuccino and the caramel toast with homemade sauce are the regular orders, every corner photographs well, and it's quiet enough to get some work done.
Churn Cafe
A vintage European-style cafe with both indoor and outdoor seating. Straight matcha alongside fresh-baked scones and lemon cake are what it's known for — a good pick if you like warm, cozy photo corners.
Treat Tea House
A two-story tea house with a modern design and a calm, quiet feel — great for working, or for anyone who drinks more tea than coffee. There's a range of Thai and Chinese teas, and the banana cake is tasty.
F2.8 Coffee Lab
A coffee shop for people who take their coffee seriously. Locals love coming here for the Dirty Coffee, prices are friendly, and the focus is on the cup rather than the decor — a good call if you want a solid coffee without paying a premium.
Tip
A lot of downtown Phitsanulok cafes close early, around 17:00. If you want a long afternoon sit, aim to arrive before 3pm so you're not rushed. Weekends get crowded, so mornings are your best bet.
Want to taste deeper? Try a Phitsanulok food tour or cooking class
Half a day with a local who knows the lanes — or cooking a dish yourself — teaches you more than just eating. Book ahead on Klook or GetYourGuide.
Cafes Along the Nan River
One of Phitsanulok's charms is the Nan River running right through the middle of town, so riverside cafes are a favorite spot to sit and catch the cool breeze — especially in the evening before sunset.
KRAM, long time no sea
An industrial loft cafe on the Nan River with an outdoor section looking out over the water. Hot churros and a good lineup of coffees are the highlights, and the laid-back vibe is right for working or just hanging out for a while.
Lung Cafe
A modern Chinese-style cafe converted from an old shrine, on the river near Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat (Wat Yai). The space is open and airy, with dim sum, pork dumplings, and Chinese sweets to pair with your coffee — a good stop after visiting the temple.
Cafes Around Naresuan University
The Naresuan University side (overlapping with Tha Pho subdistrict, on the east side of town) is packed with work-friendly cafes, since students are the main customers. Prices tend to be gentler than downtown, there are plenty of outlets, and you can sit for hours — ideal for working or for the bookworm crowd.
Alley Cafe
A spot in the Naresuan University area decorated in an artsy style with musical instruments and artwork. Two floors with both indoor and outdoor zones, plus food, sweets, and drinks — good for working, a work chat, or a long hangout with friends.
Cafe Areeya
A newer black-and-white minimalist cafe near Gate 5 of Naresuan University. It has coffee, non-coffee drinks, matcha, cake, and bakery, and stays open into the evening — good for reading or working later in the day.
The Muggle's
A new cafe near Naresuan University with a relaxed feel — good for doing homework or catching up with friends. The menu is well chosen, there are cute photo corners, and it's only open on weekdays.
Pick a Cafe to Match Your Style
- For photos — Churn Cafe, ease cafe, and Hammock have pretty corners ready for the gram
- For long work sessions — Treat Tea House, Alley Cafe, and Cafe Areeya have plenty of outlets and let you linger
- For serious coffee — F2.8 Coffee Lab and Hammock focus on the flavor with beans across several roast levels
- For a river view — KRAM on the Nan and Lung Cafe near Wat Yai are great for catching the evening breeze
A stop after the temple
Done walking Wat Yai? Cross over and settle into Lung Cafe or KRAM on the river — they're both close by.
An all-day work spot
The Naresuan University side has plenty of cafes with outlets and easy prices — great for sitting for hours without pressure.
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