The Riverside
Charoenrat Road. [ 5 p.m. - 1a.m. ]
One of the many restaurants playing live music on the banks of the Ping River. Has two stages featuring rock and pop covers by surprisingly good bands. However, this is a real favourite with tourists, so get there early or be prepared to stand. There’s also a daily dinner cruise.

The Good View
Charoenrat Road. [ 5 p.m. - 1a.m. ]
Next door to the Riverside, this is popular spot for both tourists and well-to-do Thais. Spacious outdoor area with, yes, you guessed it, good views. Music varies between pop/rock covers and concerts by Thai pop stars.

Brasserie
Charoenrat Road. [ 5 p.m. - 1a.m. ]
The best music in Chiang Mai, full stop. Extremely talented Thai guitarist, Took, rocks the house nightly with versions of Hendrix, Dylan, Clapton and other classics. Has a compact, smoke-filled club feel to the place and you’ll go home swearing you just watched Jimi play and begging for more. Opening bands start early and Took takes the stage around 10.30pm. Don’t miss it.