Cuckoo and Friends is a dog-friendly café in Ekkamai, tucked into a quiet corner of Soi 21. Dogs are welcome throughout, not just outside. The café allows leashed dogs into its air-conditioned interior. That means rainy days and hot afternoons never mean leaving your dog behind. A small garden area sits just beyond the main room. Dogs settle in easily here, resting under the tables while their owners take their time over coffee. As a result, this Ekkamai café suits both a quick stop and a slower, lingering visit.
The atmosphere feels warm and lived-in rather than polished. Furniture inherited from the founders’ families fills the space, alongside shelves of vinyl records. The mix leans retro Japanese and vintage European, without ever feeling staged. Warm lighting and mismatched mugs add to that homey quality. Meanwhile, several distinct corners give dogs and owners room to choose their spot, whether that means a bright window seat or a quieter nook inside.
Why Dogs Settle In Easily at This Ekkamai Café
Leashed dogs can move freely between the indoor seating and the garden here. Owners rarely need to choose between comfort and their dog’s presence, since both areas welcome them. Staff seem used to dogs resting underfoot, and the pace of the café favors long, unhurried visits over quick turnovers. This flexibility is part of what sets Cuckoo and Friends apart among Ekkamai’s dog-friendly cafés.
Food here leans toward comforting, home-cooked plates rather than delicate small bites. The Soho Porkchop arrives generous, finished with a Chinese-style sauce and sweet peas. A house pesto built from Thai herbs pairs nicely with grilled prawns. During the day, simple Americanos and burgers keep things easy, while the signature matcha yuzu honey lemon drink offers something different for those who want it. On weekend evenings, the same space becomes a wine bar, though the daytime hours remain the better fit for a visit with your dog.
Cuckoo and Friends captures something particular about Ekkamai’s quieter side: a home-like café where a dog’s presence feels ordinary, not exceptional.
Opening hours and pet access policies can change, always check with the venue before visiting with your dog.
Chiang Rai 
