Location: Chiang Rai
Top Restaurants in Chiang Rai
Where to Eat in Chiang Rai: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Located about five hours from Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai is a community not to be missed. The area offers a variety of cooking classes, beautiful views, markets, resorts and restaurants. In addition, visitors can get a feel for true northern Thai culture during their visit.
Things to do in Chiang Rai
1. Favola at Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 314 reviews
WOOD FIRED FROM THE HEART FAVOLA, a specialty Italian restaurant by the Kok River, is the ultimate riverside dining destination in Chiang Rai for the "lazy gourmet" in a contemporary country scene, with breathtaking views of the Kok River and surrounding Mountains either day or evening. The cuisine in Favola is more of a journey rather than a meal period reflecting its name which means "fable or story" in English, where simplistic Italian flavours are presented from our signature wood fired oven and char-grill along with an array other Authentic Italian favourites.
Reviewed By Stephen S
The Italian Restaurant St Le Meridien Chiang Rai is a "must experience" for anyone traveling in Thailand. Located on the river, the setting is serene, and the service is exceptional. Upon arrival, we decided to seek a wonderful bottle of wine. We found that and more at the restaurant bar. The setting was so beautiful we decided to make a reservation for dinner that evening.
For dinner, things only got better. Wonderful musicians entertained with selections from Karen Carpenter and Carol King. The candles on the table and the ticki torches lighting the paths added to a perfect ambiance. Great food, great wine, great service, great setting. Oh my!!! Perfection is achieved. For a romantic evening, this is a great way to start.
2. Connect Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 273 reviews
Connect Cafe': Coffee & Homemade Cuisine. We offer Thai/Western home-style food and drinks for everyone. We provide our customers delicious food/drinks, comfortable seats, jazzy atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. And for Vegetarians, we have the whole menu just for you! Come check us out! We are just opposite the old bus station.
Reviewed By Merevaik - England
This cafe is opposite the bus station and is a good place for a drink or quick meal. We visited at lunch time and were not disappointed.The club Sandwich and French fries were good as was the stir fry.
The staff were friendly and spoke good English.
The price was reasonable and I recommend that you visit.
3. Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 918 reviews
Welcome to Chivit Thamma Da, a small family run Cafe, Bistro and Bar located right on the banks of the beautiful Kok River in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand. We serve natural, fresh and home made Food, Bakery, Coffees and Drinks in a slow environment close to nature, with plenty of flowing water, flowers, birds and fresh air. We believe that life should be slow, simple and beautiful. At Chivit Thamma Da you are encouraged to take your time and stay as long as you like.
Reviewed By hemingwayaway - England
See the other reviews. This is as good as it gets. Super smart operator, excellent service, excellent menu, fab location on the river, excellent property.
Prices marginally above average. Value for money is excellent.
Cake, food, coffee, cocktails it has it all.
Cannot recommend it enough and deserves the effort to get there (songtheow/taxi/bike). Close to the blue temple to make an afternoon out of it.
Completely bang on!
4. Barrab
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 975 reviews
Our food is combination between Northern cuisine and Thai food. We have some selections for gluten free, vegetarian and vegan available.
Reviewed By Yolanda K - Nottingham
We went to the Barrab by the clock tower, not sure about the other reviews but the restaurant we went to was ok, nothing amazing. The food came out super quick, like two minutes so obviously had been siting at the back. It was ok food and a nice restaurant to sit in but nothing amazing and I would say you could find better probably.
5. Jatujak Gallery & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 358 reviews
Jatujak Gallery & Restaurant is where you can enjoy great food along with a tasteful showcase of artistic collectibles. We bring you a unique dining experience set in refined, yet pleasant and relaxing atmosphere. Service: Thai food, quality wine / vip room / karaoke room / available for 70 people
Reviewed By phrich - Newcastle upon Tyne
This was excellent, OK a little bit pricier than the average Thai restaurant but it's worth it. I splashed out on my last dinner on this trip in Thailand. Had chicken satay starter and then fish in spicy pineapple sauce. Out flipping standing. Had a couple of reasonably priced glasses of house white for a change from Thai beer. Service great in very stylish surroundings.
6. Hungry Wolf's Steak & Ale House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 530 reviews
Steak, grill, and bar in a relaxing setting on the Kok river. As of late August Hungry Wolf's has moved to it's new location. We are no longer located in the city by the Night Bazaar. Please see the map or visit our Facebook page for details.
Reviewed By Thomas C
If your looking for a break from Northern Thai Food and want to hanker down on some good western food the Name says it all. The Hungry Wolf has Great Burgers, Pizza's and Steaks. The fellas that run the restaurant are friendly and make you...MoreWoohoo! The secret here is we're workaholics and we like good food. Thank you for the kind words!
7. Melt In Your Mouth Chiang Rai
Overall Ratings
4 based on 275 reviews
Casual cafe, tea room & home-made dining and eatery serving western cuisines, comfort foods and authentic northern Thai food, coffee, tea, cake, dessert, wine, Located on the bank of beautiful Mea Kok river in the heart of Chiang Rai. Wonderful treat and surroundings.
Reviewed By Travel715
Melt in your Mouth was recommended - what a disappointment. Classic hi-so Thai coffee house packed with Bangkok tourists and their entourage. Poor quality food (we had the pancakes - packed dough, jar jam, and a smattering of whipped cream) and worse service and ridiculous prices. Avoid and go to Polar instead.
8. Sanfran Burger & Beer
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Sanfran Burger & Beer. Serve Original Charcoal Grill Burger in Chiang Rai. Ourdoor Seating with friendly Staff.
Reviewed By Oz-Traveler78
Came across this place and saw a
Large number of people dining at this outdoor restaurant a short stones throw away from the clock tower. Options available on this menu are beef or pork burgers with a small selection of sides. Simple menu executed very well. My wife had the beef burger which I tasted. It was delicious but the pattie may have needed a touch more salt or seasoning. Having said that my pork burger with the BBQ sauce was perfect. I couldn't fault it. Loved it. Great selection of craft beers
9. Oak & Awe Coffee House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 153 reviews
Sit down and enjoy great coffee, English breakfast with snacks and meals throughout the day. Alcoholic beverages available until 10pm daily. Free wifi and a small library of books for your perusal. English and Thai speaking hospitable staff. A great venue to gather local knowledge from residents and backpackers.<br>Closed on Sundays.
Reviewed By Yolanda K - Nottingham
If your looking for a bar / cafe which has a little bit more atmosphere and niceness this is it, it is more set up for westerners than locals and offers a selection of western and Thai food but for that little bit more money. It was a lovely place to sit and enjoy lunch, but nothing spectacular. Staff were very friendly and attentive and the internet was great.
10. Chef Sasa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By Bibyan A
After a long day trip around Chian Rai and a quick shopping at the night bizarre, we stumbled upon this Restaurant. They have the best bacon - egg carbonara, and pizza margherita! Good ambiance and they have Nice and welcoming staffs.
