The cracking chocolate lattes of Bangkok, the chocolate-coated cups that crack when squeezed, have gone viral on Instagram as a result of the Korean trends transported to Thai cafes. Push to crack, drink creamy matcha/coffee indoors, and pick up chocolate pieces to get the best of both worlds; dessert and a drink (THB 120-180). The biggest locations are in Siam, Sukhumvit, and Chinatown, where 2026 lines were 30+ long. The main flavors: matcha, chocolate, dirty coffee, and strawberry; it originated in Nudake, Korea and has been modified there. The Songkran season is flooded by visa-free Indian people. Search in Google Maps for cracking chocolate latte or TikTok cafe – pop-ups are rotated in viral demand.
Siam & Sukhumvit Hotspots
Casa Lapin x Blue Whale Cafe (Siam Paragon): OG Bangkok pioneer; matcha/chocolate THB 150. Book via Line, weekends are packed.
Playground Cafe (Asok): Neon-lit Insta-setup, 5 flavors THB 160; walk-ins OK weekdays.
After You (Sukhumvit Soi 31): Dessert chain twist THB 140; reliable chain quality.
Chinatown & Riverside Gems
Yaowarat Pop-up Stalls: Street vendors THB 80-100; authentic Thai spins like Thai tea crack.
RCA Artbox Night Market: Rotating stalls THB 120; weekend 6 PM hunt—cash only.
IconSiam Food Hall: Premium matcha THB 170; AC comfort, tourist-friendly.
Pro Tips
Arrive pre-11 AM; order via GrabFood if queued. Vegan options limited; expect 10-min TikTok videos per table.
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FAQs
1. What exactly is cracking latte?
Hardened chocolate coats the plastic cup inside; squeeze the cracks in the shell, revealing latte—eat chocolate, sip drink. Pure ASMR spectacle.
2. Best time to avoid queues?
Weekdays 10-11 AM openings; post-1 PM lull before Insta rush. Download the Cafe Line app for wait times.
3. Flavors beyond matcha?
Chocolate, coffee, strawberry, dirty matcha, Thai tea; prices THB 120-180 depending on the mall vs street.
4. GrabFood delivery available?
Yes, major spots (Casa Lapin, After You); cracking effect survives but is less dramatic—intact best in-person.
5. Vegan/alt milk options?
Oat/almond at premium cafes; confirm ahead—street stalls typically have a dairy condensed milk base.
