Manifesto Bar Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai, ThailandA sophisticated hidden cocktail bar on the fringe of the Old City, accessible only through a unmarked door in a narrow lane, with a vibe somewhere between 1970s Tokyo jazz bar and Parisian cave à cocktails. The rotating seasonal menu draws on northern Thai ingredients — butterfly pea flowers, betel leaves, lemongrass, galangal — balanced with classic French techniques. Frequently cited as one of Chiang Mai's finest cocktail experiences.
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🌙 Nightlife
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Chiang Mai
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