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Bella Goose Cafe on the Pond
Named after the geese living in the adjacent pond, this Bella Goose cafe is a family-friendly spot. The food is Southern-USA style and very delicious. Portion sizes are generous –...
Savor Society
Lots of seating, open early, incredible espresso, congenial staff members. The food is all bread-based which is a disappointment, and the interior is almost Instagrammable but not quite. You can...
WAKO BAKE
Cool Japanese themed cafe/resto located near the Huay-Kaew and canal intersection. The food is great and so are the desserts. I found their espresso a little bitter however. This place...
Early Owls
Overall, a great place to chill out and take some nice photos. The huge lawn is good for kids. I don’t recommend working here as the inside area is very...
Fernpresso at Lake
One of the best Cafes in town. The food, the coffee, and the vibe are all top-notch. Plus there is a good chance that when you go here you will...
Skugga Estate – One Nimman Branch
Like a high-end Starbucks using locally grown beans and cacao. Don’t expect an epic espresso pull and don’t plan to sit here all day with your laptop. Expect delicious sweet...
Hippo & Pineapple (Pâte à Choux)
Recently renamed from Pate a Choux. Just around the corner from Wat Umong, come for a refreshing drink and fancy choux patries. The coffee is honestly not good but the...
Chapterone/cm
The downstairs is set up for casual eating/drinking while the upstairs is used by nomads and students during the day and then by board game groups in the afternoon. I...
The Larder Cafe & Bar
My go-to brunch spot in Chiang Mai never disappoints. Despite the usual queue, it’s always worth the wait. The Aussie-style brunch menu consistently impresses with its top-notch ingredients and beautiful...
Ristr8to Original
If you’re looking for a great coffee place in Chiang Mai, Ristr8 is the place to go. The atmosphere is relaxed, friendly, and social, the drinks are delicious, and the...
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