Skip to content

Thai Restaurant In Chiang Mai Lets Customers Dine Inside A Giant Crocodile Head

Chao Wang Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai 


Chiang Mai is a beloved travel destination for both Thais and foreigners, and it always has new spots popping up for us to check out all the time. 

Aside from this crazy supersized hotpot buffet, Chao Wang Restaurant is another must-visit eatery to savour delicious Thai cuisine…inside a giant crocodile head.   


The new landmark of Chiang Mai 


Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai Image credit: ร้านอาหาร ชาววัง

Choa Wang Restaurant is located in Chiang Mai and comes with an iconic mascot – a giant crocodile head. Yup, customers can really sit and enjoy their food while sitting inside the crocodile’s mouth. 

Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai
Image credit: Review Chiangmai

There are various Thai delicacies with prices starting from ฿100. The recommended items are Salted Egg And Crab Chilli Paste Served With Fresh Vegetables, Stir-Fried Mixed Fruits, Crab And Coconut Meat Dipping Sauce, and many more.  

Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai Images adapted from: Chiangmailife

The restaurant is surrounded by a pretty lotus pond and offers different photo-ops for Instagrammers. 

Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai There are floating lotus leaf models that you can really stand on it for a photoshoot
Images adapted from: @sararufael36, @baitoeijaja, and ร้านอาหาร ชาววัง


Enjoy the floating market nearby 


Green Grizzly at Chiang Mai Image credit: เช็คอินเชียงใหม่ Checkin Chiangmai

The restaurant is located inside Green Grizzly Floating Market. So, other than the giant crocodile, you can also check out the massive green grizzly bears for more photos. 

Visitors do have to pay an entrance fee at ฿20/person. 

Restaurant with a giant crocodile head in Chiang Mai Image credit: Green Grizzly

More snacks and drinks are offered at the floating market too. 

Green Grizzly at Chiang Mai Images adapted from: Bhongsawade Silp-thitiyanon and Chiloae Style

This is a family-friendly spot which is not far from the city of Chiang Mai and has many IG-worthy spots to check out, so make sure to drop by! 

Chao Wang Restaurant 
Address: 399/4-6, 399/4-6 Chiang Mai – Maejo (1001) Rd., San Sai District, Chiang Mai 50210.
Opening Hours: 11AM-12AM, Daily
Telephone: +66 5 349 8702 , +66 88 260 1544 , +66 95 686 0636
Website

Also read: 


Cover image adapted from: ร้านอาหาร ชาววัง, Review Chiangmai

Enjoying The Smart Local Thailand? Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all things Thailand