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Welcome to Chivit Thamma Da, a small family run Cafe, Bistro and Bar located right on the banks of the beautiful Kok River in Chiang Rai, northern Thailand. We serve natural, fresh and home made Food, Bakery, Coffees and Drinks in a slow environment close to nature, with plenty of flowing water, flowers, birds and fresh air. We believe that life should be slow, simple and beautiful. At Chivit Thamma Da you are encouraged to take your time and stay as long as you like.
PRICE RANGE
US$5 - US$15
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Brunch, Drinks
CUISINES
Cafe, Pub, European, Thai
FEATURES
Delivery, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Valet Parking, Free off-street parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Jazz Bar
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Amazing food lovely ambiance. Romantic place, food is really good. leave some room for a dessert, the cakes, especially the one with bananas and toffee was amazing.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Hi Reginev36! Absolutely wonderful review, thank you so much😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Visited here with friends on their recommendation. The Thai food was excellent, very tasty and authentic northern Thai food, I had a fried fish and it was very delicately served, my girlfriend had a mix of Thai food and it was also tasty and thoughtfully...plated. The bar here is excellent and alone worth the visit. Good selection of good craft beer on tap and professional bartenders serving well mixed drinks. The outdoor area is cozy and unlike anywhere else, with live music on the banks of the river where you can relax in lazyboys or at a regular table with good food and matching live music. Looking forward to coming back here again on our next visit!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi TorAus! Absolutely fantastic review, thank you soo much🙏🙏🙏hope to see you again soon😁😁😁

Reviewed 30 October 2023

The price you pay for a soup is 30 a 40% more expensive then in Europe. Sould we say more ???? This is gooing the wrong way here .

Date of visit: September 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 30 October 2023

This is clearly a paid review to damage our business. We have reported it and hope Tripadvisor takes action

Reviewed 25 August 2023

We had a coffee stop here and weren't disappointed. The coffee was great and my partner had a slice of blueberry cheesecake which he really enjoyed. Great setting by the river and the buildings are very interesting. You could spend 30 minutes or so just...looking at the buildings and all the little bits and pieces inside, the cute and funny signs. Really nice atmosphere and good service. We walked from the centre of Chiang Rai, took about 25 minutes. It is more expensive than your average cafe but worth it.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 26 August 2023

Hi marien556! Wonderful review, thank you so much. So happy you liked it here🙏🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 24 August 2023 via mobile

The setting is beautiful - two white-painted wooden buildings with large patio overlooking the river. One has a bar downstairs where you can eat as well and on the first floor is a library with a snooker table and bar billiard table We sat outside...the other where we ate great Thai food including North Thai specialty Khai Soi. Staff were very friendly and kind. A recommend for when staying in Chang Rai.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 24 August 2023

Hi zp002! Wonderful review, thank you😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 8 August 2023

Fabulous food in a wonderful setting on the river. Asian, European, Continental food. All delicious!! Lovely staff.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 8 August 2023

Hi pegmanochi! Wonderful review, thank you so much😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 18 July 2023

A great place to have a afternoon tea, coffee special fruit drinks with delicious 🍰! Always good, sweet memories!

Date of visit: July 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 18 July 2023

Hi Ingeborg! Wonderful review and pics! Thank you so much😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 6 July 2023 via mobile

Beautiful setting with amazing food and drinks. Attentive friendly staff. Would definitely recommend and plan to come back for dinner.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 7 July 2023

Hi Kerry G! Wonderful review, thank you so much😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 16 June 2023 via mobile

Generous portion and really tasty. The pork knuckle is a must order and the local dishes are truly authentic taste. Service is great too.

Date of visit: June 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 16 June 2023

Hi AndyLHLimSingapore! Wonderful review, thank you so much😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 30 May 2023 via mobile

I never get bored of coming to this cafe over and over again. Great food as always + great atmosphere. It’s the best cafe in the entire city. Diva approved 😁

Date of visit: May 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 30 May 2023

Hi Diva! Brilliant review, thank you so much:):)

Reviewed 25 May 2023 via mobile

This restaurant is another Chiang Rai institution that is one you need to seek out when you visit. The location on the river and it’s garden embrace you from when you first arrive until you depart. It is just enchanting and the gardens are beautiful....You can sit either inside one of the 2 houses on the lot or out by the river in 3 different spaces that each have their own theme and ambience. The menu is quite extensive and the drinks menu is filled with so many spirit options you would be hard pressed not to find something to enjoy, we certainly did. The Cosmopolitans were a delightful way to start our night. The food menu has both local Thai and European options, so there is something for everyone and this restaurant is also known for its bakery and the options of a range of cakes after the meal. The beef shanks where stunning and filled with amazing flavours. The rich texture of the soup was incredible and added a complex flavour palette. This was a fabulous destination restaurant and I would advise to get there before the sun goes down so you can experience the gardens as well as the food! The cheesecake was also lovely and I should mention how freindly, professional and considerate the staff were. They went over and above without being intrusive.More

Date of visit: May 2023
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Joakim Holmberg, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 26 May 2023

Hi Reinor! Thank you so much for coming and for your fantastic review! I will share all your comments with our staff, they are the best I agree😁😁😁Welcome back soon🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 12 February 2023 via mobile

A cafe is an understatement. This is a beautiful resto/bar/cafe bordering the Kok river about 10 minute drive from Chiang Rai center. Owned by a Swiss guy, and serviced by friendly locals, the place offers a huge menu from Thai to Italian to international dishes,...in addition to lots of drinks. We ordered the mango and Passion fruit smoothies which were excellent. We also had the calamari dish, which was fresh and tasty. All while enjoying the calm river view. Highly recommended if you feel like peaceful time and good food in Chiang Rai. Only comment is one of the guys that came to take our order did it speak a word of English, which wa surprising for a place that hosts lots and lots of tourists.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Joakim H, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2023

Hi issa81! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! All of our service managers and many of the waiters speak English someone must have made a mistake, sorry for that. Hope you enjoyed Chiang Rai😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 12 February 2023 via mobile

Chivit Dhammada in Thai means an ordinary life but this café resto is anything but ordinary!!! Impressive gallery setting. Nice collection objects. Colonial style buildings and decor. Next to the river. Great food and service. Bravo!

Date of visit: February 2023
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Joakim H, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 12 February 2023

Hi pokgrimsmann! Wonderful review, thank you so much for coming tonight😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 4 February 2023

Tastefully designed, friendly Swedish owner, good food, great responsive service staff, really enjoyed the overall experience. We already had lunch and came here for desserts. I had the Banoffee and I didn't want to share it. It was really good. Haha. The apple strudel, coffee...and other deserts and teas that our group had did not disappoint. We spent almost 2 hours chatting under the breezy ambience and could have spent more time if not for all the things we had planned in our self-drive itinerary. Will come again when in Chiang Rai.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Joakim H, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 4 February 2023

Hi dandyglObetrOtter! Fantastic review! So happy you liked it here, thank you😁😁😁🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed 31 January 2023

This is a casual restaurant with a most eclectic menu. We stuck to the local dishes which were excellent. The portions are full so don’t order loads. The service is very friendly and informal, I have seen people leave as they wait for service…don’t just...go to the bar and ask, they are very helpful. The prices are reasonable and the quality is good so very much worth a visit.More

Date of visit: January 2023
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Joakim H, Owner at Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar, responded to this reviewResponded 31 January 2023

Hi Beltayne! Thank you so much😄😄😄🙏🙏🙏

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Hi! 6jan is the only day we close for the whole year. We posted a notice on facebook but forgot on google. We had hundreds of people turned back that day. Sorry but our staff needed a break after a very long holiday season... More
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Hi, I'm very sorry to inform you that all Turkey has been sold out. This year we got very limited supply. I hope you can visit us anyway our regular menu has a lot of new exciting offers. Thank you Joakim
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Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
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