Drink Rooftop Bar

Perched on the second floor of U Chiang Mai Hotel along Rachadamnoen Road, Drink Rooftop Bar sits in the heart of the Old City, just steps from Chedi Luang Temple. Despite the rooftop branding, the space is more accurately an elevated open terrace — but the views down the street more than deliver, particularly on Sunday evenings when the famous Walking Street market fills the road below. The bar leans heavily into its cocktail program, with drinks that are as visually striking as they are refreshing — think florals frozen into ice cubes and a menu broad enough to include virgin options. The food menu also draws praise, with some visitors pleasantly surprised by the quality of Western dishes alongside Thai offerings. Opinions on value are mixed, with some finding prices steep relative to the cocktail quality, while others rate the overall experience highly. A practical tip worth knowing: Drink Rooftop Bar offers a set-your-own happy hour promotion, giving guests 50% off for the first hour they are there — making it a smart stop for an early evening drink before exploring the Old City. Arriving around sunset on a Sunday, when the street market is in full swing below, is widely considered the best time to visit.