Drink Rooftop Bar
Terrace bar atop U Chiang Mai Hotel, known for creative cocktails and views over Rachadamnoen Road.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 17:00–23:00, Tue 11:00–23:00, Wed–Sun 17:00–23:00
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
- Address
- 70 Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Phone
- 053 327 000
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Why go, and how to do it well
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.
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.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Came here for the view of the Sunday street market, stayed for the incredible food and service! Everything we ate was fantastic. Spaghetti Carbonara was better than any I’ve had in the United States - we dug in so fast we didn’t even get photos! Tom Yum soup is a slept on local favorite and was voted the top dish by everyone at the table. Service was top notch - Louis was amazing! Come here if you want a great experience!
Fantastic cocktails! A little pricey but they do a "set-your-own-happy-hour" which is 50% off for the first hour you are there. Cocktails are visually beautiful (there was flower in my ice cube!) and tasty. Worth a visit!
Price does not match Quality. Nice view from the top but the cocktails are just low level boring taste. Don't go unless the owner improves quality. Service was also very slow and does not match pricing.
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70 Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, 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.
Drink Rooftop Bar: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Drink Rooftop Bar worth visiting?
Drink Rooftop Bar holds a 4.0★ rating from 85 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Drink Rooftop Bar?
Drink Rooftop Bar is typically open 17:00–23:00 — 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 Drink Rooftop Bar?
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 Drink Rooftop Bar located?
Drink Rooftop Bar is at 70 Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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