Malao Malao
Mueang Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
Restaurant in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Book with PearlWhy go
Malao Malao is a practical Pa Daet-area choice for an easy Chiang Mai meal rather than a trophy reservation. Book it when location and low-friction planning matter; compare Tub Ping or Krua Phech Doi Ngam if the group wants a clearer Thai or Northern Thai brief.
About Malao Malao
In Chiang Mai, Malao Malao works best as a simple planning option. The key practical detail is its daily schedule: 11 AM to 9 PM.
A Chiang Mai option for simple planning
Use Malao Malao when the main planning need is a Chiang Mai venue with daily hours from 11 AM to 9 PM. Keep expectations simple and check the venue directly before building a visit around a specific dish, format, or occasion. For other named options to compare, see Tub Ping or Krua Phech Doi Ngam.
The clearest planning cue is the schedule: Malao Malao is open every day from 11 AM to 9 PM. That makes it easier to consider within that operating window; for a particular meal service, menu, price tier, or dining format. If you are comparing other possibilities, you can also look at The Vorra Bistro or The Wingers.
Who should keep it on the list
Keep Malao Malao on the shortlist if you want a Chiang Mai option with daily 11 AM–9 PM hours and are comfortable checking current practical details yourself. Skip it if the decision depends on a documented cuisine, published tasting menu, known chef, price tier, awards, or specific seating setup. For broader planning, use our full Chiang Mai restaurants guide, then compare it with other dining options as needed.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 11 AM–9 PM · Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Location
- 111, Padad, Tambon Pa Daet, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
- Website
- malaomalao.com
- Phone
- +66 53 447 211
Venue details
Ambiance
Casually elegant, with a contemporary air-conditioned dining room and a relaxed al fresco riverside patio with natural light, river breezes, wine and cocktails at dusk.
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Vibe
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Experience
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At the Table
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Cocktails
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Royal Thai Khao Chae
- Thai Royal Snacks
- Ma Hor
- Jeeb Nok
- Chor Muang
- La Tiang
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 111, Padad, Tambon Pa Daet, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11 AM–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11 AM–9 PM
Location
111, Padad, Tambon Pa Daet, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Vorra Bistro, Notable alternative
- The Wingers, Notable alternative
- Tub Ping, Thai contemporary, ฿฿
- Krua Phech Doi Ngam, Northern Thai, ฿฿
- Caramellow Cafe, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Chiang Mai
Malao Malao is the easier, location-led pick if the group is already near Pa Daet and does not need a heavily defined restaurant format. Tub Ping is the stronger choice when Thai contemporary cooking is the reason for booking, and its ฿฿ signal gives clearer value expectations before arrival.
Krua Phech Doi Ngam is the better cross-shop for diners specifically chasing Northern Thai food at a ฿฿ level. Choose The Vorra Bistro when ambiance carries more weight for a date or celebration, while The Wingers reads as the more casual fallback if the meal needs to be simple and group-friendly.
Caramellow Cafe sits outside the core comparison for a restaurant dinner, but it works as a softer daytime alternative if the plan is built around a cafe stop instead of a full meal. For nearby Chiang Mai Thai options, also compare Aunt Aoy Kitchen, Baan Landai, and Baan Landai on Phra Pok Klao Road; for a different vegetarian brief, Aeeen is the cleaner comparison, while Aquila suits an Italian plan.
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Compare Malao Malao
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malao Malao | Chiang Mai | No published awards | ||
| The Vorra Bistro | Chiang Mai | No published awards | ||
| The Wingers | Chiang Mai | No published awards | ||
| Tub Ping | Chiang Mai | Thai contemporary | ฿฿ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
| Krua Phech Doi Ngam | Chiang Mai | Northern Thai | ฿฿ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Caramellow Cafe | Mueang Chiang Mai | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Malao Malao?
Malao Malao is open every day from 11 AM to 9 PM.
What are alternatives to compare with Malao Malao?
For other named options to compare, consider The Vorra Bistro, Krua Phech Doi Ngam, The Wingers, Caramellow Cafe, or Tub Ping.
Is Malao Malao good for a special occasion?
It may work if the schedule fits your plan, since Malao Malao is open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM.
