Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club
This intimate wine bar brings a touch of French-influenced character to Chiang Rai's nightlife, drawing a loyal local crowd alongside curious travellers. Situated on Thanon Sankhongnoi, it operates as a cafe during the week before transforming into a lively wine bar and live music venue on Friday and Saturday evenings. The combination of a relaxed, cozy atmosphere and a genuine local following sets it apart from the more tourist-oriented bars in the city.
Guests can expect a curated wine selection served by the glass (around 360 baht) or bottle (around 2,000 baht), alongside a small cheese selection to complement the drinks. Live music typically kicks off around 9 PM on Saturdays, when the venue fills up and takes on a noticeably more social energy. Seating includes coveted couch areas that regulars sometimes reserve in advance, giving the space a welcoming, neighbourhood-bar feel rather than a formal wine lounge.
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Reviews from Google
A cafe during the week and an amazing wine bar and music venue on Saturday nights. People show up near 9, when the band starts, and some even make reservations for the couch areas. Good house wine, dim lit and candles on the inside and outside a patio surrounded by foliage (bug spray provided). A portion of the patio is for smoking. The menu is mostly wine, a few beer and cocktails options and one dessert that changes. They also serve several cheese platters. Very professional. Wish they had speakers in the patio so my husband could have a cigar and listen to the music. Another reviewer said it was crowded, but we were the only people until about 9 PM (late January).
Upscale place with a nice atmosphere and live band playing. Nice selection of wine (~2000B for a bottle, 360B for a glass). You can bring your own bottle but it will be 900B for the corkage. Italiano aperitivo food style available (cheese, ham etc.)
A small wine bar in town, open only on Fridays and Saturdays — with beautiful live music 🍷💃🫶🏼
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Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club worth visiting?
Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club holds a 4.6★ rating from 130 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated nightlife & bars in Chiang Rai.
What are the opening hours of Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club?
Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club is typically open 19:00-23:59 — 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 Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club?
Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Chiang Rai.
When is the best time to visit Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club?
The best months to visit Chiang Rai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club located?
Le Petit Cafe & Wine Club is at Thanon Sankhongnoi, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city centre); Songthaews.
Location Info
Thanon Sankhongnoi, Tambon Rop Wiang, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Rai, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand+66 53 756 761Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – September
Avg. temperature
14°C – 35°C(57°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Mae Fah Luang Airport (CEI) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). The bus from Chiang Mai takes ~3 hrs. There's also a scenic Golden Triangle road trip from Chiang Mai.
Getting around
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Songthaews
- •Motorbike rental (฿200/day)
- •Car hire (for Golden Triangle & hill tribes)
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Tips for Visiting Nightlife & Bars
Carry Your Passport or a Copy
Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.
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.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – September
Avg. temperature
14°C – 35°C(57°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – February
Getting there
Mae Fah Luang Airport (CEI) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). The bus from Chiang Mai takes ~3 hrs. There's also a scenic Golden Triangle road trip from Chiang Mai.
Getting around
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Songthaews
- •Motorbike rental (฿200/day)
- •Car hire (for Golden Triangle & hill tribes)