Gladwell Bar Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, ThailandOne of Chiang Mai's most critically acclaimed cocktail bars and a regular on international bar award lists — a discreet, neighbourhood-feel speakeasy near Nimman where serious mixologists experiment with northern Thai terroir. The seasonal menu is built around relationships with local farms and distillers, resulting in hyper-local cocktails with genuine stories behind every glass. Featured at Bar.Yard Bangkok and in Asia's top bar guides.
Quick info
Price range
$$$
Category
🌙 Nightlife
City
Chiang Mai
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