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Dining in Chiang Mai - Western RestaurantsDining in Chiang Mai means an incredible variety of foods, relaxed and pleasant atmosphere and very good value in a large number of restaurants. These listings are some personal recommendations and certainly isn't a list of all the good dining places in the area. If you have a personal favorite that hasn't been included, drop me a line on the
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Art Cafe' 291 Thapae Rd A popular corner cafe has black and white tile floors and cozy booths with a good view of the Thapae Gate. A good spot for tourist watching and a rest from your walking tour. The menu offers good, familiar fare, from steaks, Mexican dishes and Italian to meatloaf, cake and coffee.$ Bake and Bite 6 Soi 1, Kotchasan Road The first installment (another on Chang Khlan) of a well hidden but excellent small bakery. Great pies, cakes, sandwiches and coffee.$ Chiang Mai Saloon Loi Kroh Road, 150m from Night Bazaar American-styled burger and steakhouse with good home style southern food.$ Da Stefano Soi 2, Chiang Moi Kao Road Just a few steps down the small soi where Thapae Road ends at the gate plaza. Comfortable trattoria atmosphere with fresh pasta and favorites like minestrone, proscuitto and melon antipasti, traditional pizzas, gnocchi, calzone and risotto. Desserts include tiramisu, gelato, carrot cake and sundaes. French and Italian wines, and traditional Italian spirits. Also operates La Gondola at the Mae Ping Condo. The best choice for romantic, under the stars dining in Chiang Mai.$$ The Dukes Charoenrat Road Between Nawarat Bridge and the Chiang Mai branch of the Tourism Authority Office, just across the river from the Night Bazaar area. Definitely in the running for having the best steaks in town. Comfortable and relaxed atmosphere with excellent service.$$ Haus Munchen 115/3 Loi Kroh Road Genuine German food and beer just a few steps from Chang Khlan Road in the Night Bazaar.$$
Jerusalem Falafel Moon Muang Road opposite Tapae Gate Good Middle Eastern food and delicacies.$ JJ Bakery 388 Tapae Road Good coffee, breakfast and sandwiches just a short walk up the busy street from the gate area. $ Le Coq d'Or 68/1 Koh Klang Road In a nicely landscaped villa with small dining rooms. French haute cuisine. A long time favorite for fine dining in Chiang Mai. Many say it's the best restaurant in the area.$$$ Mike's Burgers Kotchasan Road A small open air diner at the end of Chiang Moi Kao Road at the moat. Sit on a stool right on the sidewalk for a decent burger. fries or onion rings, a bowl of chili and a beer.$ Pum Pui Italian Restaurant 24 Soi 2, Moon Muang Road Seating in a quiet garden, complimentary Italian breads served with the meals, a well planned menu with lots of salads and antipasto. Good service and moderate prices make it one of my favorites. Queen Victoria Inn Proppaklao road, near Chang Phuak gate, north side of the Moat English style pub with a full English breakfast, pub lunch and steakhouse menu, with a good selection of beers. $$ Smile House Breakfast Buffet Soi 2, Ratchamankha Road Sometimes what you need more than anything else is a good substantial breakfast to begin the day. Standard American fare, well done.$ U. N. Irish Pub 24/1 Ratwithi Road Fresh baked breads and solid pub style food as well as a Thai menu. Beer on tap and a pleasant garden seating area.$ Zest Restaurant Moon Muang Road (near Tapae Gate) Nice outdoor seating area on busy Moon Muang or a quiet area of comfortable booths away from the noise. A pleasant afternoon resting stop with a fresh bakery and a healthy menu with good service.$
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