Jungle De Cafe in Baan Tawai — Restaurant in Chiang Mai Province

Jungle De Cafe in Baan Tawai offers a serene escape with its beautiful scenery and tranquil vibe. The outdoor seating area is surrounded by lush greenery, featuring life-sized buffalo statues adorned with marigold garlands, adding a unique touch to the ambiance. A cascading waterfall in the background creates a refreshing atmosphere, while the picturesque view of the rice fields and bamboo pathways provides a truly relaxing experience.

The cafe serves a variety of food and beverages, including coffee, smoothies, and light snacks, catering to different preferences. The drinks are refreshing, and the desserts are a delightful treat.

Do note that weekends tend to draw large crowds, so be prepared for long queues during peak hours. However, the wait is worth it for the peaceful and scenic setting.

A great spot for nature lovers and those looking for a calming retreat...

I felt very confused walking into this restaurant. It was not clear which way to go or how I was supposed to order.

We found some seating outside, the stools were the same height as the tables, so it was quite uncomfortable to sit at. The area is quite nice for photos, however, please watch your step as there are many places for you to trip if you are not paying attention.

The food was OK. For the above average price, I would expect higher quality food and quicker service. None of the servers greeted us or smiled, which I found very surprising. I was also shocked to see a server show up before we even took our first bite asking us to pay. I understand why they need to collect their money given this set up of the restaurant, but at least explain it to us rather than standing beside us with a credit card machine.

Good for a photo, but I...

Positive aspects: staff were friendly and helpful. 3 stars for the Tom Yum. The surroundings are quite pretty, you can see they have tried hard.

Negative aspects: I ordered a very hot latè, it came lukewarm and the coffee flavour was only slightly stronger than warm milk (1 star). The seafood spaghetti tasted below average, so we have packed it up for the dog (2 star). The beef BBQ (might be the wrong name) was also a 1 star for taste, but was presented nicely on the plate, it is also now packed to take home for the dog. Considering the quality, this place is expensive.

All in all it was a disappointing experience and it's unlikely we will return. Although I am sure our dog will appreciate the...