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The UN Irish Pub & Restaurant
Nightlife & Bars
Chiang Mai

The UN Irish Pub & Restaurant

4.2(1,229 reviews)$$$$

A fixture on Ratvithi Road near Chiang Mai's old city, The UN Irish Pub & Restaurant draws a loyal mix of expats, locals, and travellers seeking a familiar, unhurried atmosphere without sacrificing quality. Spread across two floors with an outdoor beer garden, it has a more open and casual feel than a typical indoor pub, and live sports screenings — Premier League football, Grand Slam tennis, and more — make it a natural gathering point on game days. The food menu is a genuine reason to visit in its own right. The Guinness beef pie and Cornish pasty are consistent crowd favourites, and the traditional American-style breakfast has earned a following among homesick travellers. On-site baked goods and handmade coffee drinks, including a Thai-style iced coffee served in a large glass at strong value, round out a menu that goes well beyond standard pub fare. Mid-range pricing keeps it accessible across the board. Good to know: with doors opening at 9am every day of the week, this works just as well as a breakfast or brunch stop as it does an evening bar. Travellers planning to catch a specific live sports event are better off checking the pub's website or social channels in advance, as atmosphere and seating availability can shift considerably depending on what is on the screens that day.

Experience hints

Mid-range

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Visitor Reviews

This spot brings me back home even though my home is not Ireland. I feel like I’m back in the United States. For my birthday I was craving a traditional American breakfast, and I actually found it here in the UN Irish pub. I ordered the Irish breakfast with the potato pancakes. It was my first time, it was sumptuous. The bacon was perfect, which is a rarity here in northern Thailand. It was cooked crispy without being burnt. They serve an excellent cup of coffee, as I am very picky about my coffee, this spot does a good job with their brew. My family and I watch the Olympics that were being broadcast on large TVs next to us and loved it. They also serve a nice array of Thai food if you’re in the mood for Thai, but honestly, they do western quite well here, whereas all of Thailand does Thai well so choose the latter!

🥧🥩🍺 We tried the Guinness beef pie and the Cornish pasty at The UN Irish Pub and Restaurant, and both were absolutely delicious. The beef pie came with a rich, flavorful gravy that paired perfectly with the tender meat. The pastry was spot on, not dry at all, nicely baked, and held the filling beautifully. The Cornish pasty, filled with a mix of beef and minced pork, was equally satisfying, with a juicy, well-seasoned filling and a crust that had real character. Everything tasted comforting, hearty, and thoughtfully made. A great spot for classic pub food done right, and it’s easy to see why so many foreigners love this place. Definitely worth coming back for more! 🍺

Amazing Menu, on site baked goods, killer breakfast menu, and the most important thing, handmade coffee drinks! We ordered the “Thai style iced coffee”. Came in a large glass (20 oz) for 70 TB ($2.16 USD). Also ordered a cinnamon roll that was meh. But the coffee alone is worth coming here. I’m addicted! This breakfast menu is the most complete I have seen in this country so far (photos below). AND they have their own Beer Garden! Do yourself a solid, and impress whoever is with you, and come here. You are welcome!

Location Info

24, 24/1 Ratvithi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand+66 53 214 554unirishpubrestaurant.com/
Opening Hours
Monday09:00-00:00
Tuesday09:00-00:00
Wednesday09:00-00:00
Thursday09:00-00:00
Friday09:00-00:00
Saturday09:00-00:00
Sunday09:00-00:00

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)

Rainy season

June – October

Avg. temperature

15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)

Getting there

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.

Getting around

  • Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
  • Grab (available in city centre)
  • Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
  • Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)

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