Warm Up Cafe

Warm Up Cafe could quite possibly be Chiang Mai’s most well known party spot. Trendy students come here to sip on SangSom and sodas, discerning travellers sneak in knowing it’s a local hotspot, and quite a few Bangkok celebrities and Hi-So figures have been known to show up. Without a doubt, it’s a place to see and be seen. Located on the buzzing Nimmanhaemin Road, one of the city’s main nightlife hubs, the bar and restaurant actually has several different sections to it, all with a different feel or crowd. The main open area near the entrance is where you can order both food and drinks as you listen to local cover bands, while the two inside lounge areas will be bumping with popular hits. Though the joint is open every night, weekends are definitely busier and you’ll want to get in early to grab a seat. Like most Thai-style bars, the best way to enjoy your evening is by ordering a bottle of whiskey and mixers for the table. You can make your drinks yourself, but you’ll need to be quicker than the beer-branded bar girls who seem to fill up your cup every time you take a sip.