Oxygen Dining Room
Oxygen Dining Room is the signature restaurant of the Cross Chiang Mai Riverside hotel, positioned along Charoenraj Road in the characterful Wat Ket district. The riverside setting distinguishes it from many of Chiang Mai's upscale dining options, offering guests an atmospheric backdrop that complements the refined food and service on offer. Its location east of the Old City places it within reach of the historic neighbourhood's galleries, colonial-era architecture, and riverside promenade. As a luxury-category venue, Oxygen Dining Room caters to travellers seeking a more composed dining experience than Chiang Mai's bustling night markets and street food lanes provide. The restaurant operates across both lunch and dinner service, running from 11:30 AM through to 10:00 PM every day of the week without exception, making it a reliable choice regardless of travel schedules. The consistent daily hours also make it a practical option for a relaxed midday meal or a longer evening dinner. Good to know: Given its luxury positioning and riverside hotel setting, advance reservations are advisable, particularly during Chiang Mai's peak tourist season between November and February when demand for quality dining rises sharply. Guests should expect pricing well above the city average, so it suits those budgeting for occasional splurges rather than everyday dining. Smart-casual attire is appropriate for the setting, and the venue is accessible by tuk-tuk or rideshare from the Old City in under ten minutes.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Oxygen Dining Room, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Location Info
369/1 Charoenraj Road, Wat Ket, อำเภอเมืองเชียงใหม่ เชียงใหม่ 50000, Thailand+66 53 931 999www.crosschiangmairiverside.com/dine?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2GHkYZPd2I4kIOOOMlTwn64Ow4TBD8Sqye_zAvcObgtEYOExY-vVy0jOM_aem_Ac3VJt2us4E8pEBrGaMRLoknYRM2sdXKlxErn4ZNpnsuntwwGOgcRPE9bwOmNrSObW7PmWykTMdLmWf5xnnw6L0_Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
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Location Info
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
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)