ORB Cafe - Simply Chiang Mai

ORB Cafe is a tastefully designed cafe/restaurant tucked away behind a sleek grey brick wall on the main north-south running Bumruang Rajd road in Wat Ket. ORB offers a tranquil tropical garden escape in the heart of the city, combined with a diverse menu featuring international cuisine and the bold flavours of Northern Thailand. It also serves as the restaurant for the exclusive RarinVillas, a collection of luxury urban villas next door.

Open doorway leading to ORB Cafe's lush tropical garden — Step out into the tranquillity of ORB’s lush tropical garden

A Blend of Natural and Elegant at ORB Cafe

ORB Cafe’s interior exudes warmth and sophistication, blending natural tones with elegant design elements. The space is adorned with large grey stone floor tiles that evoke a sense of luxury, complemented by taupe walls and a stunning wooden ceiling featuring rich designer slats. Hanging wicker and bamboo light fixtures add a touch of organic charm, while floor-to-ceiling sliding windows flood the cafe with natural light and offer serene views of the lush tropical garden outside.

ORB Cafe's interior is a perfect blend of warmth, style, and comfort — Inside ORB: A perfect blend of warmth, style, and comfort

The seating arrangement is both stylish and comfortable, featuring plush cushioned sofa benches paired with traditional wooden chairs and tables. For those seeking a more intimate experience, a screen of vertical rattan panels creates a secluded area at the back, complete with a window framing a tranquil wall of rocks and tropical foliage. A high table by the window provides a perfect spot for solo visitors to enjoy some personal space while soaking in the calming ambiance.

ORB's sleek illuminated designer counter — ORB’s sleek illuminated designer counter

At the back of the cafe, a sleek designer counter takes centre stage, where you order and pay. With illuminated front panels, subtle downlighting, and elegant wood accents, it adds a further element of style to the space.

Tranquility and Nature on the Terrace

Step outside through the sliding windows, and you’ll discover an elegant decked terrace offering additional seating with comfortable outdoor sofas, garden furniture, and a row of wooden chairs against a narrow table at one end of the decking.

Terrace seating at ORB Cafe — Immerse yourself in nature—dine amidst ORB’s tropical green escape

The terrace borders on an enchanting tropical garden oasis, complete with koi fish pond and mesmerising dry ice fog water features. An elegant round wicker loveseat tucked at the back offers a perfect spot to unwind and embrace the tranquil space. Sheltered from the rain, the terrace also becomes a magical place to enjoy a tropical downpour amidst the lush greenery.

A cosy wicker seat in ORB's garden — A cosy spot for two, surrounded by nature

The terrace’s end wall features a bold red circle, a vibrant focal point against the neutral backdrop of the outdoor setting. This circular motif, with its subtle nod to Japanese design, creates a visual dialogue with a red oval on the facing interior wall. The oval, in turn, echoes the vertical lines of the interior rattan screens. It’s a thoughtful design choice that cleverly connects inside and out.

ORB’s stylish terrace seating — ORB’s stylish terrace, where lush greenery meets Japanese-inspired design

A Fusion of Flavours at ORB Cafe

ORB Cafe offers a diverse menu that blends the bold, spicy flavours of Northern Thai cuisine with international dishes and all-day brunch options. From hearty mains to fresh salads and indulgent desserts, the menu caters to a wide range of tastes.

Savoury Sensations

The menu shines with Northern Thai-inspired dishes like Grilled Chicken Khao Soi, Spaghetti with Northern Thai Spicy Sausage and Hang Le Curry Pasta. For variety, Japanese ramen, fresh salads, and hearty options like Pulled Pork Burgers are also featured, as well as bistro style Fish and Chips. Brunch lovers can enjoy favourites such as Avocado Toast and Chicken Croffle, while Thai-inspired rice dishes like Fried Rice with Chilli and Mackerel provide comforting local flavours.

Fried Rice with Chilli and Fried Mackerel, at ORB Cafe — Fried Rice with Chilli and Fried Mackerel, simple yet flavourful

Indulgent Treats

ORB’s desserts offer a mix of indulgence and light treats. Options include the buttery Natsumi Brioche with Vanilla Cream, smooth Tofu Pudding, rich Chocolate Brownie, and delicate Matcha Cake. The Honey Toast is a popular choice, featuring thick brick toast topped with Nutella and Banana or Fresh Berries, drizzled with honey.

A plate of indulgent Honey Toast, at ORB Cafe

Signature Creations

The drinks menu includes fresh juices, creative sodas, espresso coffees, teas, Matcha Latte, and Cocoa. Signature beverages like the ORB Signature Drink (featuring Mango and Yuzu) and the zesty Yuzu Cold Brew add a unique touch to the selection.

A refreshing drink from ORB's beverage menu — Explore the unique flavours on ORB’s drinks menu

ORB Cafe: At A Glance

ORB Cafe seamlessly blends nature and culinary delights with a stylish interior. It offers a relaxing garden setting alongside a diverse menu of savoury and sweet dishes, plus a wide selection of drinks.

	Design/Style	Contemporary, with a Tropical garden
	Food	Thai / Western / Cakes & Pastries
	Online Menu	ORB Cafe Menu (Chiang Mai)
	Seating	Cushioned sofa benches inside and out, with padded garden furniture and some hard wooden chairs and stools
	Cost of a Hot Latte	90 Baht*
	WiFi Speed	See speedtest results below
	Power Outlets	Limited
	Restroom/WC standard	Excellent
	Good To Know	• ORB Cafe Chiang Mai is connected to the exclusive RarinVillas • ORB has further locations in Pattaya and Bangna