Chiang Mai Cafes
I personally visit and review every cafe here. I'm no barista, I just know what I like. 51 cafes across 16 neighborhoods.
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Top 10 Cafes in Chiang Mai
Discover the crème de la crème of Chiang Mai's coffee scene. Our carefully curated list of the top 10 cafes showcases the best brews, ambiance, and overall experience the city has to offer. From artisanal roasts to exceptional service, these spots represent the pinnacle of cafe culture in Chiang Mai.
- The Baristro Asian Style
- Fleur Cafe & Eatery
- PLUTO
- CRATE Cafe
- Sukhum Caffe’ Sanpatong
- The Barn Eatery And Design
- Transit #8 by Baristro
- The Baristro Coffee Roaster
- Basecamp Trail Cafe
- Sun to the Moon Cafe
Instagrammable Cafes in Chiang Mai
For those who love to capture their coffee moments, Chiang Mai offers a plethora of picture-perfect cafes. This section highlights the most photogenic spots, where aesthetics meet great coffee. Expect stunning interiors, artistic latte art, and backdrops that will make your social media followers swoon.
Best Cafes in Chiang Mai Old Town
Step back in time while sipping on modern brews in Chiang Mai's historic Old Town. This guide features cafes that blend seamlessly with the area's ancient temples and traditional architecture, offering a unique coffee experience steeped in local culture and charm.
Chiang Mai Cafes with a View
Elevate your coffee experience—literally. We've rounded up the best cafes in Chiang Mai that offer breathtaking views along with your brew. From rooftop spots overlooking the city to hillside retreats with mountain vistas, these cafes promise a feast for both your taste buds and your eyes.
Chiang Mai Cafes with Waterfalls
Experience the serene sound of cascading water as you enjoy your coffee. This unique selection of cafes brings you closer to nature, featuring on-site waterfalls or spectacular views of nearby falls. It's the perfect blend of caffeine and tranquility.
Best Coffee Beans in Chiang Mai
Explore Chiang Mai’s vibrant coffee scene with our guide to its best coffee beans. Sourced from nearby northern Thai farms, these cafes and roasteries offer fresh, flavorful single-origin and blended beans, perfect for home brewing or savoring in-house.
- Sensation coffee roaster (fanciest)
- Bella Goose online shop (best value, has online shop)
- FIEOW coffee roaster (great value)
- Hillkoff (decent value, huge selection)
Jungle Cafes in Chiang Mai
Immerse yourself in lush greenery while savoring your favorite coffee at Chiang Mai's jungle cafes. These hidden gems offer a tropical escape, surrounded by verdant foliage and often teeming with local wildlife. It's a coffee adventure that brings you closer to nature.
Cafes in Chiang Mai Old City
Explore the heart of Chiang Mai through its charming cafes nestled within the Old City walls. This guide showcases spots that capture the essence of the ancient city, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and excellent coffee in atmospheric settings.
Chiang Mai Cafe Gardens
Enjoy your coffee amidst blooming flowers and manicured lawns at Chiang Mai's beautiful cafe gardens. These green oases provide a refreshing escape from the city bustle, allowing you to relax and recharge in picturesque natural settings.
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Blue Coffee At Mae Hia
Solid coffee and workspace, if you're in the neighborhood
Look, I'll be honest - I end up here a lot. Living in Hang Dong now, it's become my go-to spot when I need a change of scenery for work. Is it the best cafe in Chiang Mai? Nah. But it's damn good for what it is. The coffee here is legit. Blue Cafe doesn't mess around when it comes to their beans, and it shows.
The vibe is spot-on for getting work done with a generous amount of power outlets built in. You could come here to chill with your friends, but a dozen people looking up from their laptops to glower at the extra noise might put you off.
Speaking of noise, you can definitely hear the hum of traffic in the background due to being right on the canal. I bring my noise-canceling headphones and deal with it fine though.
The Blue Cafe at CMU is more spacious and in a much prettier setting so I wouldn't come here if going there was an option. Come here to work and enjoy a great espresso if you're on your way to somewhere. It's a good pit stop if you're running errands or doing some shopping in the area.
There's no food here besides cookies and sandwiches, which is usually my signal to leave when I get hungry.
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