The first time we went to 7-Eleven in Thailand just for water. The next day for coffee.

And after a couple of days, we found out that we go there three times a day - for breakfast, a quick dinner and small things that one would otherwise have a hard time finding. And especially for one particular thing, which I'll tell you about below in the article!

7-Eleven in Thailand is not just an ordinary diner. It's a place where you can eat cheaply, buy cosmetics, basic clothes, small electronics and often even withdraw money from an ATM.

We'll show you what to buy at 7-Eleven, how much food costs and what surprised us the most during our travels in Bangkok, Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.

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What to buy at 7-Eleven in Thailand - a quick overview

If you're in a hurry, these are the things that really pay off:

• Toasted sandwiches (about 30-45 thb)
• microwavable ready meals (about 35-60 thb)
• fruit in a cup (about 20-40 thb)
• iced coffee and drinks (approx. 20-40 thb)
• cosmetics and toiletries
• basic clothing and small electronics

What caught our eye the most and what all does Thai 7-Eleven offer? More details below.

Why 7-Eleven is so popular in Thailand

The reason is simple: it's literally on every corner and open mostly 24 hours a day.

In fact, it works as a combination:

• a mini supermarket
• a fast food outlet
• drugstore
• ATM
• and sometimes a place to buy a SIM card or pay for services

In addition, the staff will heat up your food in the microwave without any problems, which is something you quickly get to like.

Our 11 favourite things from 7-Eleven in Thailand

Here's a selection of the things we bought most often or really surprised us.

1. Matcha Brownie - we bought the most often and so far I miss this tiny sweet, price approx. 25 thb
2. Chocolate lava cake - you have to experience this. Have it warmed up! Price approx. 30 thb
3. DIY mixed drink with ice - this is our obsession. Detailed description below...
4. Sliced pomelo - an incredibly refreshing quick snack, for 20 thb
5. Insect repellent - the local one works great and always comes in handy in Thailand, for 220 thb
6. Herbal inhaler - a great thing for instant respiratory relief (different scents), for 10 thb
7. Shampoos and other cosmetics - great in travel mini packs, from 10 thb
8. Original Thai Red Bull - tastes similar to the European one, but is incredibly cheap, from 12 thb
9. Sago with corn and coconut milk - a traditional Thai dessert, I got pretty high on it! Price approx. 30 thb
10. Toast with ham - I liked the mushroom with cheese and ham the best, but there are many more flavours, price approx. 30-45 thb
11. Water - there is no drinking tap water in Thailand and 7-Eleven has a large selection of different packs (0.5 liters to 2 liters), price 6-10 thb

Other things that are really worthwhile

These are other evergreens that you can find in every store around Thailand.

Microwavable ready meals

On the shelves right next to the sandwiches you'll find ready-made complete meals like noodles, soups and other things.

During my travels in Thailand, I've tried just about every combination available, and these are the ones that caught my eye the most.

They tend to be surprisingly good:

• tom-yum soup
• basil chicken with rice
• classic noodles in many ways.

The portions are not big, but perfect for a quick dinner.

Price - about 40-60 thb.

Fruit and light stuff

One of the most practical things in the heat (which is always in Thailand).

• Mangoes
• Pineapple
• apples
• pomelo (absolutely the best!)
• watermelon (less often on the menu)

Price - about 20-40 thb.

Sweets and chips

Each store has at least 3 shelves full of various sweet and salty goodies.

Chips, banana bars, brownies, cookies, jellies, candies, chocolate bars. A very tempting corner in any 7-Eleven!

What did we absolutely love?

• The matcha brownie
• mochi
• candies of all kinds

Price - about 35-70 thb.

Sweet Thai tea

You will always find a vending machine with typical sweet teas and coffee by the ice machine. They are iced, refreshing, but beware - really very sweet!

Price - about 20-25 thb.

Famous DIY drinks and ice in a cup

This is a phenomenon in itself, which is why we used to go to 7-Eleven daily. Here's the answer to why we loved 7-Eleven so much.

Legendary.

A common practice:

1. you buy a cup of ice from a self-serve machine.
2. buy drinks from the regular menu
3. mix your own drink

The price of a cup of ice is about 7-10 thb.

Price of drinks from 15 thb to 55 thb.

What kind of drinks did we mix?

• Betagen fermented milk + C-Vitt (orange or pomegranate) - absolute top for me!
• Black Coffee + Betagen fermented milk
• C-Vitt (Orange) + Singha Red Lemonade + Jelly
• Betagen fermented milk + Sago with corn and coconut milk
• Coconut water + Thai Red Bull
• Matcha protein + Black Coffee

What are your favorite DIY drink mixes from 7-Eleven? Share with us and other travelers in the comments below!

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Breakfast from 7-Eleven

In a hurry to get to the airport at 4am? 7-Eleven can sort out a quick breakfast at any time of the day or night.

You will always find:

• Yoghurt
• sweet pastries
• sandwiches
• coffee
• packaged fruit

Breakfast normally costs about 50-80 thb.

7-Eleven is not just about food

7-11 minimarkets are convenient for more than just food.

Cosmetics and hygiene

Very good selection:

• Sunscreens
• Deodorants
• shampoos
• skin cosmetics
• shavers and razors

For many products you will find wonderfully practical mini-packaging for travel.

Electronics

Forgotten or lost your charger? No problem. You'll always find a rack of electronics at 7-Eleven.

• Cables
• power banks
• headphones

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Clothes and practical things

Great in a pinch if you find you've forgotten your beach gear at home. At 7-Eleven you'll often find:

• Swimwear
• T-shirts
• flip flops
• underwear
• condoms
• plastic or wooden cutlery
• cigarettes

ATMs and services

A large number of branches have an ATM, which is extremely handy. Our Revolut card worked perfectly fine in the ATMs.

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Trash cans

At first glance, quite a common thing, but definitely not in Thailand!

You won't find trash cans in public practically anywhere in this country - except outside every 7-Eleven entrance.

How much does food cost at 7-Eleven

As a guide:

• Toast: approx. 30-45 thb
• hot meal: approx. 35-60 thb
• coffee: approx. 25-40 thb
• water: approx. 6-10 thb
• sodas: approx. 10-15 thb
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What surprised us the most and practical tips

I knew that 7-Eleven is a phenomenon in Thailand, but still, a few things always surprise me:

• How often we went there
• how good some of the cash is
• how great the DIY mixed drinks are
• good prices and a really wide selection of all sorts of stuff

Remember these things before you visit the shop:

• credit card payment is only possible from 100 thb or 200 thb upwards
• they always heat up your food for free in a microwave or toaster oven
• sometimes the air conditioning is extremely strong inside

7-Eleven is just part of everyday life in Thailand.

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