The Good View (Chiang Mai) - very popular and reasonably priced
Located just a few feet from the tranquil Ping River in Chiang Mai, The Good View restaurant is a very popular establishment with both locals and tourists (and this is always a good sign.)
Although I have only been there once I can attest to the fact that you better either get there early or have reservations because although I actually wanted to sit at the bar, that was the only option available to me when I arrived at just before 8pm.
look closely at that picture and you will see that all the tables have "reserved" signs on them
The menu is extremely huge as the section for "Starters and Snacks" was 3 pages long. I ordered a "hybrid dish of sorts" and it was fried larb fritters with spicy vinegar dip.
I suppose you would need to be familiar with what that is for it to be appetizing. They asked me if I can eat spicy - I said "yes" and it still wasn't even remotely spicy. So if you like your food to have some heat, you better be very clear that this is something that you want.
A vast majority of their menu focuses on traditional Thai dishes and whole fish, but there are some western dishes available as well.
I think one of the main reasons that people flock to this place in droves is not just because of their wonderful location on the riverfront, but because of the actually very talented house band that starts playing every night from 8pm onward.
While slightly more expensive than smaller venues this place has everything you could imagine and considering what they offer such as strong air-conditioning despite being open-air, a plethora of staff, and a almost never-ending menu, the additional cost is definitely worth it.
I would particularly recommend this place for larger groups but again, get there early or make reservations. I do not recommend this for anyone seeking a quiet or romantic evening because the band kind of makes that impossible.
Restaurant Information
The Good View
13 Charoen Rajd Rd, Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
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The place looks decent and as you say book a table. Going with a group sounds about right and make an evening of it listening to the band. There is nothing worse than wanting a quiet evening chatting and having a band blaring out so good advice for avoiding if you want a quiet romantic dinner.
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I guess it's a typical place to eat and have fun for a while, listening to good music and eating a lot. I don't doubt it's a bit expensive, but you can see that with the atmosphere and the photos it would be worth it.
Wow man this looks awesome! Delicious looking food! Sometimes the menus are huge aren't they - a 3 page starter menu is an indecisive persons nightmare haha! But, amazing all the same.
Great to have some live music too eh! I miss Thailand, back in July :)
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This kind of cafe is definitely lively! thank you for your review!