Rooftop Chiang Rai
Casual rooftop bar near Chiang Rai's clocktower, serving cheap cocktails every evening from 5pm.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 17:00–23:30
- 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
- Address
- 4Fl, Oji Bubble Tea 526/14 Suk Sathit, Tambon Wiang, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 95 451 6545
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Chiang Rai after dark
Something to book for the evening in Chiang Rai.
Why go, and how to do it well
Perched above an Oji Bubble Tea shop on Suk Sathit Road, this compact rooftop bar sits just steps from Chiang Rai's famous clocktower roundabout, making it one of the more strategically located spots in the city for an evening drink. Reached via a couple of flights of stairs — with a striking red landing along the way — the bar opens up across two levels, offering open-air seating and views toward the clocktower below.
The drinks menu is concise but well-priced, with cocktails like the Vodka Berry drawing repeat praise from visitors. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with staff noted for being friendly and accommodating. A limited food menu is available, though most guests come primarily for the drinks and the setting rather than a full meal. One thing worth noting is that sunset views are partially blocked by a large billboard, so expectations around that should be managed accordingly.
For timing, the clocktower light show runs at 7pm, 8pm, and 9pm each evening, and the rooftop offers a solid vantage point for watching it without the crowds at street level. The bar opens at 5pm daily and closes at 11:30pm, giving plenty of time to settle in before the show begins. It has also proven a popular spot for seasonal events, including New Year's Eve fireworks viewing.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Chiang Rai after dark
Something to book for the evening in Chiang Rai.
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Reviews from Google
Awesome rooftop bar and a great place to watch the clocktower light show! We primarily came here to view the clocktower light show (7pm, 8pm or 9pm), but were pleasantly surprised with how cool the bar was. It has a very industrial and minimal feel, with a higher rooftop level with better views of the clocktower. The two middle inside floors were not in use, but a made for a good photo opportunity on the way up/down.
Unique, rooftop bar right by the clock tower roundabout. Good views, great value, friendly and flexible service. Limited food menu but all good - Best spot to watch the 2022 countdown fireworks!! A must go in Chiangrai.
Great little rooftop bar. Very reasonable prices and two levels to sit. Only problem is that the sunset is obstructed by a giant billboard for air Asia.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 68 reviews on Google.
4Fl, Oji Bubble Tea 526/14 Suk Sathit, Tambon Wiang, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand
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Know the Closing Times
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Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously
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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.
Rooftop Chiang Rai: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rooftop Chiang Rai worth visiting?
Rooftop Chiang Rai holds a 4.3★ rating from 68 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Chiang Rai.
What are the opening hours of Rooftop Chiang Rai?
Rooftop Chiang Rai is typically open 17:00–23:30 — 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 Rooftop Chiang Rai?
Rooftop Chiang Rai is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Chiang Rai.
When is the best time to visit Rooftop Chiang Rai?
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: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Rooftop Chiang Rai located?
Rooftop Chiang Rai is at 4Fl, Oji Bubble Tea 526/14 Suk Sathit, Tambon Wiang, Muang, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57000, Thailand, in Chiang Rai. Getting around Chiang Rai: Grab (available in city center); Songthaews.
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