Chalui Cafe
A lively Chiang Mai bar and live music venue with cocktails, multiple bands nightly, and a buzzing social scene.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 17:00–00:00
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, the big clubs most of all. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
Details
- Phone
- 096 418 9262
- Website
- www.facebook.com/ChaluiCafe
Full opening hours
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Chiang Mai after dark
Something to book for the evening in Chiang Mai.
Why go, and how to do it well
Chalui Cafe is a popular bar and live music venue sitting along the Lampang-Chiang Mai Superhighway in the Chang Phueak area, drawing a young, energetic crowd looking for a proper night out beyond the tourist center. With up to four live bands and two DJs performing on any given night, it operates more like an entertainment complex than a simple bar, and the quality sound setup makes the music a genuine highlight rather than background noise. Visitors can expect a vibrant, social atmosphere with a full drinks menu that includes special cocktails alongside standard options. Food is also available on site, rounding out the experience for those who want to eat and drink in one place. Staff consistently receive praise for being professional, friendly, and attentive, and the venue maintains clean facilities throughout. Reviews note the drinks can lean on the pricier side compared to typical Chiang Mai nightlife, so it is worth budgeting accordingly. Chalui Cafe sits on the superhighway rather than in the walkable city center, so having access to a taxi, Grab, or personal transport is essentially a requirement. Confirming times before heading out is a smart move, particularly on quieter weeknights. The venue tends to draw its liveliest crowd during peak evening hours when the full lineup of bands and DJs is performing.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Chalui Cafe, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
Great special cocktails and a good vibe to party and celebrate with friends! Live music with a band. Pricy but fun. Staff are super professional and friendly and helpful. Nice clean bathrooms. Drinks were well made and finger food was decent.
Most young and beautiful of chaingmai is gather here. Music is superb 4 band a night . 2 dj. Soud stage is very good. Drink is also cheap.
We were having fun last night, and got hangover now. Good vibes and good music too!
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 514 reviews on Google.
172 5 Lampang - Chiang Mai Superhighway, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Know the Closing Times
Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.
Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.
Arrange Your Ride Home
Use Grab (ride-hailing app) to get home safely — taxis outside nightlife areas late at night often refuse meters. Set up the app before going out, and keep your phone charged.
Chalui Cafe: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chalui Cafe worth visiting?
Chalui Cafe holds a 4.8★ rating from 514 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Chalui Cafe?
Chalui Cafe is typically open 17:00–00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Chalui Cafe?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Chalui Cafe located?
Chalui Cafe is at 172 5 Lampang - Chiang Mai Superhighway, Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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