Craft Beer in Chiang Mai City Guide

This guide to Chiang Mai’s craft beer scene was last updated in April 2024.

Chiang Mai, one of Thailand’s most picturesque and unspoilt cities, is firmly on its way to becoming a craft beer tourism destination.

Due to Thailand’s restrictive brewing laws, much of the craft beer sold in Chiang Mai is brewed in its neighbouring countries such as Vietnam and Cambodia. One has even started its first contract craft brew imported from Japan, emphasising the unusually global nature of the local craft beer scene.

Despite the distance from brewery to draft taps, the beer still tastes fantastic. The tap systems are in excellent shape, and beer servers are knowledgeable. All of this is a testament to the skill and passion of the local craft beer community.

After a trip by the Beer Asia team to Chiang Mai in 2019 explore what the city had to offer in terms, we discovered it is also the home of some of the friendliest craft beer personalities we’ve met in the region.

From Sommart, one of the co-owners of My BEER Friend and a true gentleman, to Cheewasat Polpisit, once owner of the fantastically named Parallel Universe Of Lunar 2 On The Hidden Moon, whose passion for beer and brewing was contagious, we constantly met amazing people simply by showing up in bars and having a chat.

Sadly, Parallel Universe Of Lunar 2 On The Hidden Moon did not make it through the pandemic. Others have done their utmost to uphold its proud legacy, we feel it is our moral obligation to ensure that you know where to find them.

If you are asking ‘where can I find craft beer in Chiang Mai?’, then you have landed on the right guide!

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Chiang Mai Craft Beer Directory

Click on any venue listed below for more information, or scroll through the rest of this page to review Beer Asia’s directory of craft beer venues in Chiang Mai (in no particular order):

The Grumpy Old Men: My Beer Friend Taproom  

This is a must-visit bar for craft beer fans passing through Chiang Mai. Understated from the outside and located in a car park, the moment you walk inside you’ll feel the magic.

From the eclectic decor and one of the largest CD collections you will find these days to an eye-catching beer menu & tap system, The Grumpy Old Men is much more unique than your typical taproom.

The beer is excellent too: My BEER Friend had four draft taps and the beer is of a high standard. It was also a pleasant surprise to see a taproom also acting as a craft beer outpost for Kiwi, American and Vietnamese brewers.

• Address
  Chang Khlan Sub-district, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 81 288 7038
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  Thursday-Tuesday: 5PM-12AM
  Wednesday: Closed

My BEER Friend Market 

• Address
  ถนน ช้างม่อย Chang Moi Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 89 632 4226 
• Like on Facebook
• Check-in on Untappd
• Operating hours
  5PM-12AM daily

My Beer Friend Nimman

• Address
  Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 9, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps

Namton’s House Bar  

With no less than a dozen taps and 5 fridges full of local and imported brews, Namton’s House Bar is a must on every craft beer enthusiasts trail of Chiang Mai.

Known for its homely atmosphere, knowledgeable proprietor and friendly staff, let yourself be enticed to spend a chilled out afternoon and/or evening on the sun-dappled front porch, and watch the world go by.

• Address
  196/2 Chiang Mai-Lam Phun Rd, Tambon Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 86 911 1207  
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• Operating hours
  Thursday-Tuesday: 4.20PM-11.30PM
  Wednesday: Closed

Archers Restaurant & Bar  

Established in 2009, Archers Restaurant & Bar has gained the reputation of being the prime spot for pub grub in Chiang Mai’s old town.

To go along with and wash down that Sunday roast, or whatever your favourite dish may be, there is a selection of local and imported beers to choose from. This includes Punk IPA on tap, among others, and a pair of fridges stocked with bottles and cans of the likes of Fuller’s London Porter, Black Cab Stout, and La Chouffe – to mention just a few.

Thai cuisine and vegetarian dishes are also available, same goes for cocktails. Open for breakfast.

• Address
  133/4 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 99 242 2365  
• Visit Website
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  9AM-11PM daily

Renegade Craft Beer & Ciders  

Sports bar and restaurant located by Thapae Gate on the eastern border of Chiang Mai’s old town where you can get your craft beer fix.

Renegade boasts a total of 10 rotating taps, and more than 300 different kinds of craft beer in bottles and cans – and enough entertainment to keep you there until you’ve tried ’em all!

• Address
  47 Mun Mueang Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 95 448 8475  
• Visit Website
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  Monday-Friday: 5PM-12AM
  Saturday-Sunday: 5PM-1AM

UGO Restaurant, Italian Gelato & Craft Beer Bar  

Tucked in between Renegade Craft Beer & Ciders and the Thapae Boxing Stadium, UGO is better known for Greek dining and Italian gelato than it is for craft beer.

However, Renegade can be accessed directly from inside the restaurant and UGO guests are more than welcome to order a beer from the neighbours between 5 p.m. and closing time. A perfect compromise for all those craft beer lovers who do not wish to be distracted by mounted flatscreens and lively sports enthusiasts.

• Address
  47 Mun Mueang Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 95 448 8475  
• Visit Website
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  8AM-11.45PM daily

The BEER Chiangmai 

Restaurant with a mouth-watering selection of craft beers in its fridges that frequently hosts live music performances and shows live football matches.

• Address
  179, 13- 14 Mahidol Rd, Tambon Hai Ya, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 53 277 787
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  5PM-12AM daily

Beer Lab   

Located at Kentary Terrace in the Nimmanhaemin district, north of Chiang Mai International Airport, Beer Lab features a range of over 200 beers from around the world, of which 15 can be had on tap.

• Address
  14/1 Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 12, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 97 997 4566 
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• Operating hours
  5PM-12AM daily

Mind Cafe    

A fantastic, friendly venue serving a variety of local and international craft beers. Mind Cafe usually has at least 5 to 7 craft beers on tap; if you’re having trouble deciding, don’t hesitate to ask for a little taster!

• Address
  58 Samlarn Rd, Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 96 595 5622 
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  5PM-12AM daily

No.9 Hostel & Cafe     

Located along a peaceful, tree-lined residential street just up the way from Beer Lab, No.9 Hostel’s in-house café serves a range of local and imported craft beers on tap – including the likes of My Beer Friend and Heart of Darkness – and by the bottle.

• Address
  Nimmana Haeminda Rd Lane 9, Tambon Su Thep, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 94 635 5422
• Visit Website 
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The Riverside Bar & Restaurant

A time-honoured institution on Chiang Mai’s culinary scene, The Riverside Bar & Restaurant has been providing unique dining experiences since 1984.

Its charming riverfront patio is perfect for a romantic dinner as well as parties or live music performances, so be prepared to dance until the early hours if it happens to be one of those nights.

The selection of beers on draught is fairly standard but solid nonetheless. The Riverside’s range of bottled beers is slightly less conventional, with a trio of brews by both Chiang Mai Beer and Muay Thai Craft Beer currently on offer. Whatever happens, you won’t be left high and dry!

• Address
  9, 11 ถนน เจริญราษฎร์ Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 53 243 239
• Visit Website
• Like on Facebook
• Operating hours
  5PM-1AM daily

Number 1 Cafe Bistro

Number 1 Cafe Bistro serves mainstream and craft beers from all over the world, particularly Belgium. Up to a dozen brews are available on tap and the collection of bottles kept in their massive walk-in refrigerator is impressive, to say the least. Unfortunately, this section of the premises is only accessible to staff, so try to contain yourself!

• Address
  2 Loi Kroh Soi 1, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 64 338 4848
• Operating hours
  Sunday-Thursday: 3PM-12AM
  Friday-Saturday: 12PM-12AM

My Place Lounge Chiang Mai

An American-style restaurant and sports bar, My Place Lounge offers a large selection of established craft beers and an ever-growing selection of Thai brews on two rotating taps.

• Address
  80 Loi Kroh Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai
• Open location on Google Maps
• Call +66 85 709 6851
• Visit Website
• Like on Facebook
• Follow on Instagram
• Operating hours
  8AM-12AM daily

Chiang Mai Beer

Animated by a visit to the Great American Beer Festival in 2010, the founders of Chiang Mai Beer perfected their craft through years of homebrewing.

After partnering with Laotian brewery Beer Savan, the first official batch of Chiang Mai Beer hit the streets on Christmas Day, 2015. Since then, the reach of their award-winning Red Truck Red Ale, Chiang Mai Blossom Weizen and Ping River Pilsner has extended beyond the city that inspired them.

Now that Chiang Mai Beer has been embraced by the locals and is known to craft beer aficionados nationwide, be sure to sample what all the fuss is about!

• Call +66 992 818 323
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• Like on Facebook
• Follow on Instagram
• Check-in on Untappd

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Self-Guided Chiang Mai Local Craft Beer Tour

To explore craft beer in Chiang Mai, click on the star next to the map name above. You can access our self-guided Chiang Mai beer tour anytime from your computer or smartphone. 

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Other Guides To Beer in Chiang Mai

12 AWESOME Craft Beer Bars In Chiang Mai, Digital Tourist (2020)

Cocktails and craft beer: the coolest bars in Chiang Mai, Lonely Planet (June 2019)

The Best Bars to Drink Craft Beer in Chiang Mai: A Handy Guide, Bodega Hostels (Mar 2019)

Cafe culture and craft beer in Chiang Mai, South China Morning Post (Mar 2019)

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