Chiang Mai dining is one of the major attractions to this unique and fascinating city. The distinct taste of northern Thai cuisine draws heavily on influences from Burma and China resulting in many fantastic flavours sure to satisfy the most refined palate. Some of the best food around can be found right on the street from one of the innumerable stalls and carts that the Thai people are so enamoured of. Once you’ve eaten your fill you can head out to one of the many bars and clubs of Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai pubs are populated by a mix of travellers, university students, businessmen and expats that makes for a wonderfully mixed scene.

Take a look around you in Thailand and you will notice that Thais are eating almost constantly. Thai food is definitely part of Thailand's appeal and visitors to the Kingdom are spoiled for choice when it comes to cuisine. Chiang Mai restaurants run the gamut from no-frills, mom-and-pop joints to five star gourmet establishments. In addition to mouth watering Thai cuisine you will find an excellent selection of international cuisines.