I would definitely get a few drinks at Valour Bangkok on Soi 4. I enjoyed the cocktails and people watching from a comfortable space. It's a smaller bar and the staff are very inviting and do their best create a nice vibe by socializing and often introduceing guests to each other. They also have a nicely air conditioned inside area for the hot season and karaoke.
I assume that all the staff are quite used to the question so they will take no offense. I am curious to see what more experienced members think. There is a particular waiter at Stranger Bar that checks all my boxes.
The menu is rather limited (no espresso, smoothies, fruit bowls) but I found the American breakfast to be quite good and better than the similar offering at Breakfast Story.