Locals.HDY – My Visit to Local Hdy Café, Hat Yai

#hatyaiattractions Tucked into a leafy corner at 104 Krajang Uthit Rd in Hat Yai, Locals.HDY Cafe & Restaurant offers a stylish sanctuary blending tropical flair, lush greenery, and Japanese-inspired minimalism. I visited mid-morning on a weekday and stayed around an hour—just right to unwind and soak in the relaxed atmosphere.  ⸻ ☕ Ambience & Décor The café spans indoor and outdoor garden seating, bathed in natural light with warm wood furnishings and Japanese-style furniture. The spacious layout, greenery, and thoughtful design create a serene, Instagram-worthy vibe.  ⸻ 🍰 What I Tried • Signature Bah Bin Waffle: A coconut Thai dessert pressed into a crispy waffle—crunchy on the outside, chewy coconut filling inside. Sweet, satisfying, and surprising.  • Lychee Rose Coffee & Honey Shaken Americano: Refreshingly unique specialty drinks—bright, floral, and beautifully presented.  • Cakes & Thai Tea Latte: Light lemon tart, blueberry cheesecake, and Thai tea latte available—with decent quality, though fans say flavors can skew sweet.  “Their signature ‘Bah Bin Waffle’ is quite good… crunchy outside, soft and chewy with coconut meat on the inside.”  ⸻ ℹ️ Practical Info Info Details Hours Daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM  Prices Coffee ~฿80–120; waffle ~฿100–150; cakes ~฿100–150 Access Park on-site or nearby; café adjacent to its restaurant “The Locals” Suggested Time ~1 hour; food orders can take a while in busy periods () ⸻ 🌿 Why It’s Worth Visiting • Photogenic & peaceful: Beautiful layout with garden, light, and minimalist aesthetic—great for a leisurely stop or café photos.  • Creative local desserts: The Bah Bin waffle offers a tasty twist on traditional Thai coconut sweets.  • Refreshing drink lineup: Specialty coffees like lychee rose or honey shaken americano feel vibrant and distinct.  • Calm and spacious: Unlike cramped cafés nearby, this one provides breathing room and a relaxed rhythm—even if food waits longer. () ⸻ 💭 Final Thoughts Locals.HDY is less about hardcore coffee snobbery and more about exceptional ambiance, tropical inspiration, and locally creative desserts. Its charming design, coconut waffle, and unique drinks make it one of Hat Yai’s standout café stops—especially for a peaceful afternoon pause or aesthetic vibe break. Let me know if you’d like nearby recommendations or similar café picks for your Hat Yai trip!