Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai
A chill reggae bar on Ratchapakhinai Road with live bands, cold drinks, and a loyal local following.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 18:00–02:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
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
- +66 92 698 9365
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
Tucked along Ratchapakhinai Road in Chiang Mai's old city area, this budget-friendly bar carves out its own laid-back niche in a stretch of street otherwise dominated by more commercial venues. The focus is live music, with bands taking the stage most evenings and a crowd that tends to be relaxed and unpretentious. Regulars return for the friendly staff and the kind of easygoing atmosphere that encourages long, unhurried nights.
Visitors can expect a casual bar setting with a music-forward vibe. Live acts cover reggae and rock, including Bob Marley covers that have drawn praise from guests, though the lineup can vary from night to night. Food and drinks are available at budget-friendly prices, and the venue draws a mix of locals and travelers who appreciate an alternative to Chiang Mai's more polished nightlife spots. It is worth noting that a handful of visitors have found the experience more generic than the name suggests, so expectations are best kept flexible.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
Love coming here, been coming for 3 years staff super friendly and kind. Love the bands that play such a nice chill vibe
If you come earlier in the evening (like 8) they have rock bands playing and they're really good.
Was expecting for some rock/reggae music experience but it turned out to be a basic bar performing random music. This area has a whole bunch of bars, quite commercial. Drink menu is standard too.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 568 reviews on Google.
196/5/1 Ratchapakhinai 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.
Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai worth visiting?
Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai holds a 4.6★ rating from 568 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai?
Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai is typically open 18:00–02:00 — 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.
How expensive is Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai?
Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai?
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 Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai located?
Roots Rock Reggae Chaingmai is at 196/5/1 Ratchapakhinai 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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