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6 Garden Cafés and Brunch Spots in Chiang Mai
For those who want to savor the setting, food, and desserts as much as the coffee, this guide features cafés around Nimman and Chiang Mai University. Each has its own character, from leafy courtyards and gardens to European-style homes and treehouses. Enjoy everything from naturally leavened bread and brunch to Thai cacao chocolate and cake.
1. Groon Bread & Brunch Cafe
Enjoy brunch with naturally leavened bread and house-made jam; the menu also includes shakshuka and Turkish-style eggs. With a leafy courtyard for seating, this café is a lovely place to linger over bread and a meal.
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2. Cafe Arte
Set on the ground floor of a European-style home, this café pairs a spacious, shaded garden courtyard with beautiful interiors. Brunch options include croque monsieur and eggs with toast, while the dirty coffee is rich without being overly sweet.
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3. Kanvela Craft Chocolate Cafe
This café serves bean-to-bar chocolate made with cacao from Thai farms. With rich, full-bodied hot chocolate, bright and sweet cocoa orange, chocolate bonbons, and cakes, it’s a great choice for a dessert-focused visit.
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4. KRAM Cafe & Eatery
A café and restaurant where two wooden houses are joined by a small garden. Pair desserts and bread with dishes such as creamy tom yum goong and chili-and-salt pork, making it a good spot for brunch or a full meal.
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5. Tiger Ted Cafe
Built around a large tree, this two-storey café has outdoor seating beside the trunk where you can take a break. Thick, fluffy pancakes and breakfast dishes make it a good pick for a garden setting and brunch.
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6. Fern Forest Cafe
A koi pond sits in a garden ringed by ferns and trees, offering a lush setting for a meal. The menu includes brunch, Thai dishes, and fried rice served in half a pineapple; coconut cream pie pairs especially well with coffee.
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