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Sax Music Pub

A lively live music pub near Chiang Mai's Old City with rock classics, cold beers, and a welcoming crowd.

4.7(235)$$$$
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Plan your visit

Hours
Tue–Sun 17:00–00:00
Price
$$$$
Mid-range

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Details

Full opening hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday17:00–00:00
Wednesday17:00–00:00
Thursday17:00–00:00
Friday17:00–00:00
Saturday17:00–00:00
Sunday17:00–00:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Tucked along Ratchaprakhini Road in the Phra Sing district, this well-regarded pub and bar draws a loyal mix of locals and travelers with its regular live music performances. While the name nods to saxophone music, visitors report a strong focus on rock classics alongside jazz, performed by skilled musicians who consistently set an energetic and enjoyable mood. A pool table adds to the casual, social atmosphere, and the friendly staff — including an attentive boss who has been known to offer free shots — give the place a welcoming, neighborhood-bar feel that larger venues in the city rarely match. Drinks are reasonably priced for a mid-range venue, with cold beers and solid cocktails both drawing positive mentions from visitors. The crowd tends to be relaxed and sociable, making it a comfortable choice whether you are looking for a quiet drink with good background music or a livelier evening out. The intimate setting means the live performances feel personal rather than performative. It is worth stopping by in the early evening to check when the music starts, or asking at your accommodation for current timings. The Old City location makes it easy to reach on foot or by tuk-tuk, and it pairs well with dinner in the surrounding area before the night picks up.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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Reviews from Google

Great place with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Good prices on drinks, excellent live music, and very friendly staff. The musician was fantastic and really set the mood. Definitely a place I’d love to visit again.

Great live music (mostly rock classics), cold beer, decent cocktails, everything is reasonably priced. Pool table available. We did not eat, therefore nothing on the food. We would come again.

Nice people and good drinks. Wanted to go to the simple but it didn’t appeal to us and walked over here, we had a great time!

A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 235 reviews on Google.

84/13 Ratchaprakhini road, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand

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Sax Music Pub: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sax Music Pub worth visiting?

Sax Music Pub holds a 4.7★ rating from 235 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.

What are the opening hours of Sax Music Pub?

Sax Music Pub 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.

How expensive is Sax Music Pub?

Sax Music Pub is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Chiang Mai.

When is the best time to visit Sax Music Pub?

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 Sax Music Pub located?

Sax Music Pub is at 84/13 Ratchaprakhini road, Tambon Phra Sing, 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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