Nice Resterant In Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai restaurants and food guide

Food is definitely a highlight of any trip to Thailand, and Chiang Mai offers an excellent selection of good value restaurants. Some of the top restaurants in Chiang Mai rival those in Bangkok, but at half the price, and you can find affordable eateries of both Thai and international cuisines all across the city.
Wandering the old town or Night Market area, you’ll encounter all sorts of al-fresco or air-conditioned choices, and the northerners take particular pride in ambience; often laying on discreet live music. The riverside area Enjoy sundowners or dine on the banks of the Pingprovides a particularly romantic atmosphere, but you needn’t venture far to get a quick bite at a pavement noodle shop. Northern Thailand also has its own distinctive spicy cuisine… more on local specialties.
Updated and correct: January 2013

 

Entertainment restaurants in Chiang Mai

The Good View Restaurant: Cavernous, noisy and popular with locals, here’s where you will find lively bands, abundant and tasty food, and a riverside location. Dine early because the band is so loud conversation is impossible. Open: 10:00-01:00; 13 Charoenrat Road, Watgate, Tel: (053) 241 866, 302 764, gv.chmai@gmail.com, website: www.goodview.co.th. $$

 The Riverside: Popular and lively with two live bands, a broad, mixed menu and indoor/outdoor seating. Features a romantic setting alongside the Ping River. Open: 10:00-01:00; 9/11 Charoenrat Road, tel: (053) 243 239, 246 323, fax: (053) 242 511, email: sevice@theriversidechiangmail.com, website: www.theriversidechiangmai.com. $$
Both are located along a stretch of the Ping River's east bank, just north of Nawarat Bridge.
 
The Brasserie: Best known for its blues and rock-guitar playing main man ‘Took’—a local legend with a six-string—the Brasserie has since closed and has been relocated to Chaiyaphum Road, the eastern (outer) moat road, across from The House restaurant. Although open nightly, Took no longer plays regularly. $$

Ambiance restaurants 

Antique House: Here you’ll discover a beautiful 100-year-old teak house with good service and toned down food for Western tastes in a relaxing atmosphere. Open: 11.00-01.00, tel: 081 724-6332, email: huanboran.himping@gmail.com, www.antiquehousechiangmai.com. $$

The House Restaurant: This is one of Chiang Mai’s most commendable restaurants, serving exceptional Asian fusion dishes and creative cuisine in an exclusive atmosphere. The tapas bar and menu is a lighter choice. Open: 10:00-23:00; 199 Moon Muang Road, Sriphum, tel: tel: (053) 419 011-12, fax: (053) 419 010, email: contact@thehousethailand.com, kafe@thehousethailand.com, www.thehousethailand.com. $$$

Khun Nai Dern Sai: Is roughly translated as ‘the lady wakes late’ and is the delightful creation of Khun Noi. This is the place to head for an unusual Thai menu, along with cute décor, perfect background music and a nice ambience that attracts bohemian trendies. Open: 17:30 to midnight; Soi 11, Nimminhemin Road, tel: (053) 222 208. $

Palaad Tawanron: This popular restaurant enjoys an unbeatable location among the forests on the lower slopes of the mountain (above the zoo). The views are great, but it gets busy so be prepared for a long wait for your food. Follow the signs from the right turn near the top of Suthep Road and behind Chiang Mai University. Open: 11:00 to midnight; 100 Huay Kaew, tel: (053) 216 039/216576, 217 073, mobile: (081) 8841718 , email: info@palaadtawanron.com, website: www.palaadtawanron.com.  $$


The Moxie: The in-house restaurant at Chiang Mai’s hippest new hotel, the D2, serving Thai fusion and international food. You also get the stunning Mix bar, its good-looking staff, and a convenient location. Open: 06:30-22:30, D2 Hotel, 100 Chan Klan Road, tel:(053) 999 999. $$$

The Gallery Restaurant: Offers a charming, relaxed, riverside experience in one of the oldest wooden structures in Chiang Mai. There’s also an art gallery, although food and service can be variable. Open: 12:00 to midnight; 25-27-29 Charoenrat Road, tel: (053) 248 601-2, email: info@thegaller-restaurant, website: www.thegallery-restaurant.com. $$

Food rates highly in the Thai's daily lives

Since many foreigners visiting or living in Chiang Mai enjoy a leisurely time, restaurants and eating out feature highly in their daily activities. They offer some of the best value for money in Thailand, with an excellent selection at very good prices. It's quite affordable to spoil yourself at the magnificent Dhara Dhevi's Lanna restaurant for first class Thai food, or snack on tapas at Su Casa in Nimminhemin, while unpretentious places like Bake n Bite are always a popular choice. Or you might want to go for a truly authentic, local experience at the traditional food court in the lower level of the Northern Village, Airport Plaza. In fact, you needn't walk far down any street in the city to discover pavement snacks or fruit on sale.

International restaurants in Chiang Mai

Le Coq d'Or Restaurant: Unrivalled in the city with 35 years of French food and wine excellence in a lovely antique teak house. One luxury experience. Open: 12:00-14:00, 18:00-22:00; 11 Soi 2, Koh Klang Road, Nong Hoi, tel: (053) 141 555, (053) 801 501, email: lecoqdor@lecoqdorechiangmai.com, website: www.lecoqdorchiangmai.com. 
Chedi Restaurant: An upmarket and stately experience in the grand old colonial former British consulate, located in the Chedi Hotel. Features fine dining, good service and a convenient riverside location. Open: 07:00-23:00; 123/1 Charoen Prathet Road, tel: (053) 253 333. $$$+

Farang Ses: A silver service, luxury-priced French restaurant set in an extraordinary Lanna-themed hotel in San Khampaeng in a temple-styled building. The menu offers world class dishes and a first-class dining experience unmatched in Chiang Mai. Open: 18:00-22:30; Dhara Dhevi Hotel, San Khampaeng, Tel: (053) 888 888 - ext 8549, email: mocnx-enquiry@mohg.com. $$$++

Girasole: Is a conveniently located pizzeria and trattoria from the expert Italian management at La Gondola. Indoor (air con) and al-fresco dining available in the Kad Klang Wiang garden arcade near Thapae Gate. Good menu and service. Open 07:30-22:30, Kad Klang Wiang, Rachadamnoen Road (Old Town), tel: (053)276 388. $$

Archer's Cafe: Set between Ratwithi and Ratchadamnoen (Walking Street) in the heart of the Old City, Archer's offers Chiang Mai's best English breakfast and also a killer roast beef Sunday lunch as well. But there is also a range of well-priced yet delicious international and Thai dishes as well as beers and spirits. Owner Mark is a top bloke for a chat as well. Open 09:00 til late, 133/4 Ratchapakinai Road, Old City, Tel: 083-6377621, markarcher1973@msn.com. $-$$

Giorgio: An unassuming Italian place near the Night Market with exceptional food and faultless service, boasting clientele such as the Crown Prince. Open: 11:30-14:30 and 18:00-22:30; 2/6 Prachasampan Road, Changklan (near intersection with Sri Donchai Road), tel: (053) 818 236, mobile: 08 7184 9107 (booking recommended), email: giorgio_chiangmai@hotmail.com. $$$

Mi Casa Dining Concepts: Mediterranean restaurant and tapas corner with a trio of dining options. 1st Floor: Su Casa Tapas Corner, open: 11:00-22:00 (Mon to Sat); 2nd Floor: Upstairs Dining - Special Tasting Menu & Wine Dinner, by reservation only; 4th Floor (The Roof): exclusive private dining. 28 nimmanhaemin Soi 11, tel: 080 033 2825, 089 536 4540, email: micasacm@yahoo.com.

Su Casa: Chiang Mai’s favourite Mediterranean restaurant Mi Casa has spawned a sibling down a happening soi off Nimmanhaemin Road - Su Casa. Open: 11:00-22:00 (Mon to Sat), 28 Nimmanhaemin Soi 11; tel: (053) 810 088, 080 0332 825, email: sucasacm@yahoo.com. $$$

Jia Thong Heng: A busy choice full of Chiang Mai's elite, with first-class Chinese food and service. Situated near Anusarn Market. Open: 10:00-22:00; 193/2-3 Sri Donchai Road, tel: (053) 820 860-2, Fha Ham Branch: 222 Moo 5, Chiang Mai-Lamphang Road, Fha Ham, tel: (053) 242 242. $$$

Le Crystal: A five-star, French experience with silver service and an exotic menu, all in a beautiful garden setting beside the Ping River. Open 18:00-22:00; 74/2 Paton Road, A Muang, tel (053) 872 890-1, email: info@lecrystalrestaurant.com. $$$+

Le Crystal Restaurant, Chiang Mai

Fujian: Located in the five-star Mandarin Oriental hotel in a mock Asian market, where Cantonese cuisine is delivered with authentic ambience and impeccable service. Their all-you-can-eat lunch dim sum is very affordable. Open: 11:30-14:30, 18:30-22:30; Dhara Dhevi Hotel, San Khampaeng, tel: (053) 888 888 - ext 8548. $$$

Asahi: Serves inexpensive, but authentic, sushi, teriyaki and sashimi. Great, central location near the Night Bazaar. Open: 17:00-23:00 (closed 2nd and 4th Sunday each month); 98/3 Sri Donchai Road, Changklan, tel: (053) 275 323, mobile: 084 150 0966. $$

Miguel's: Perhaps the best place in Chiang Mai for authentic Mexican food, though not always the best service, with a delicious Tex Mex menu and margaritas. Two locations. Miguel’s Cafe; open: 10:00-23:00, 106/1 Chaiyaphum Road, tel: (053) 874 148, Miguel’s Cafe & Bar; open: 09:00-23:00, Chiang Mai 89 Plaza, Lamphum Rd, Nong Hoi, tel: (053) 334 442, email: info@miguels-cafe.com. $$

Chiang Mai Saloon: American-style burger and ‘South West’ steakhouse; friendly staff; nice atmosphere; big screen music videos and sporting events; pool tables; free internet; cheap margaritas. Two locations, both open: 11:00-midnight 80/1 Loi Kroh Road, tel: 080 675 2169; 30 Ratchawithi Road, tel: 081 930 2212. $$

The Duke's: is an American-style steak house popular with NGO and missionaries for its tasty and hearty menu, professional service and nice atmosphere - busy Sundays. Open: 10:00-22:30; Ping River branch: 49/4-5 Chiang Mai-Lamphun Road, tel: (053) 249 231; Night Bazaar branch: 1st & 2nd Floor, Chiang Mai Pavilion, Changklan Road, tel: (053) 818 603, Dukes's Express: Moon Muang by Rachviti Road. $$

Jerusalem Falafel: The place for tasty Middle Eastern food and delicacies in a small, centrally-located shop opposite Thapae Gate. Open: 09:00-15:00, 17:00-22:00; 5/5 Moon Muang Road, tel: (053) 270 208. $$

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