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A small specialty coffee bar on the ground floor of the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, focused on hand drip and cold brew using Thai beans.
The Authors’ Lounge
A white-wicker tea lounge in the original wing of the Mandarin Oriental, serving traditional afternoon tea beneath portraits of the writers who stayed there.
At a glance
- Type
- Afternoon tea lounge
- Area
- Bang Rak, Bangkok, Thailand
- Price
- $$$ · Upscale
- Opening
- Open daily · 12:00–19:00
- Official site
- mandarinoriental.com
- Last checked
- October 23, 2026
Good to know
- Afternoon tea
- Private lounges
- Dress code
Why we recommend it
The Authors' Lounge sits on the ground floor of the Mandarin Oriental's original building, the oldest part of a hotel with more than 150 years of history. Its white wicker furniture, hand-painted fabrics and leafy, light-filled atrium recall the early 1900s, and the walls are hung with photographs of famous writers who stayed at the hotel.
The main draw is a traditional afternoon tea of finger sandwiches, pastries, freshly baked scones and house-made jams, served from midday until 18:00. It is popular, so booking ahead is sensible, especially at weekends. A smart dress code applies to everyone, including children: men need long trousers and closed shoes. Arriving on the hotel's river shuttle adds to the occasion.
Reviewed by Lifestylemetro · Details checked October 23, 2026
The Authors’ Lounge FAQs
When is afternoon tea served?
Daily from 12:00 to 18:00; the lounge itself is open until 19:00.
Is there a dress code?
Yes, smart dress is required, including long trousers and closed shoes for men.