Ginger Lily Tea Pai

About Ginger Lily Tea Pai

Ginger Lily Tea Pai is a small Asian-fusion tea bar in central Pai serving herbal blends, matcha lattes and bubble tea. A quick sip-and-go fix near Walking Street.

A small Asian-fusion tea bar in central Pai with herbal blends and bubble tea. A sip-and-go option.

Why visit Ginger Lily Tea Pai

Herbal blend menu features ginger, lemongrass, butterfly pea and chrysanthemum infusions sourced from northern Thai growers
Bubble tea options include classic milk tea, taro and Thai tea with tapioca pearls cooked in-house each morning
Walking Street proximity makes it a five-minute detour for travellers grazing through the night market food stalls
Matcha latte is whisked rather than blended, made with stone-ground Japanese ceremonial-grade powder for serious tea drinkers
Small footprint and takeaway-first counter means service is fast even during evening market crowds

What to expect

✦ Casual cafe atmosphere typical of Pai with a mix of Thai customers and foreign visitors

✦ Friendly Thai staff with enough English to handle international orders comfortably

✦ Espresso drinks usually 70-110 baht and filter coffees 80-130 baht which is mid-market for Pai

✦ Air-conditioned indoor seating with some outdoor or terrace seats depending on the day

Local tips

Walking street is closed to cars after 5pm so plan around the foot-traffic-only window
WiFi password is usually printed on the receipt or stuck to the bar
Order the signature drink listed on the chalkboard menu it usually shows the seasonal bean
Single-origin filter coffee is brewed to order and worth the extra wait

Frequently asked questions

Does the cafe have reliable WiFi for working?

Yes WiFi is generally reliable enough for messaging and email. Power outlets are available at most counter or wall seats. For stable video calls a backup mobile-data SIM is a good idea anywhere in Thailand.

What hours is Ginger Lily Tea Pai open?

Opening hours are listed as 09:00-19:00. Hours can vary on Thai public holidays and during the low season so confirm by phone if making a special trip.

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.