About Loca Bistro and Coffee
All-day cafe-bistro serving brunch, light lunches and quality coffee. Suits expats wanting a familiar bistro-style cafe experience.
All-day cafe-bistro serving brunch, light lunches and quality coffee. Suits expats wanting a familiar bistro-style cafe experience.
Why visit
- Free WiFi and reliable power outlets make this a practical stop for travellers needing to catch up on emails
- The pastry and breakfast menu makes it a workable solo-meal stop not just a coffee break
- Consistently strong espresso drinks based on visitor reviews and a good baseline cafe in Chiang Rai
- Northern Thailand grows some of the country's best arabica and Loca Bistro and Coffee taps directly into that supply chain
- Good photo backdrops and presentation appeal to visitors building Instagram content from Chiang Rai
What to expect
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Local tips
- Combine with a walk to Doi Tung Royal Project which is a short trip away
- Pay by cash or QR PromptPay most small cafes in Chiang Rai do not take foreign cards
- Mornings before 10am are quietest the cafe fills up after that with brunch crowds
- WiFi password is usually printed on the receipt or stuck to the bar
Frequently asked questions
What hours is Loca Bistro and Coffee open?
Opening hours are listed as 08:00-22:00. Hours can vary on Thai public holidays and during the low season so confirm by phone if making a special trip.
Is the cafe vegetarian or vegan friendly?
Plant-based milks like soy or oat are usually available for an extra 20-30 baht. Pastries are not all vegan though so ask staff before assuming. Vegetarian-friendly food options vary day to day based on the bake.
Does the cafe accept card or only cash?
Most independent cafes in Thailand accept cash and Thai QR PromptPay. Foreign credit cards are sometimes accepted but not guaranteed. Carrying 200-500 baht in cash is the safest approach.