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Midlife Crisis Bar Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai, Thailand

About Midlife Crisis Bar Chiang Mai

A beloved local secret in the Old City — Chiang Mai's most laid-back hidden bar, named with self-aware humour and serving some of the most affordable craft cocktails in the city. Hidden inside a quiet shophouse with dim lighting and mismatched vintage furniture, the cocktail list is surprisingly sophisticated for the price point. Regulars love it for the no-pretension atmosphere and the bartenders' willingness to mix custom drinks on request.

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📍Ratchadamnoen Rd, Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai 50200

📞+66 81 960 5133

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