River Rock Cafe Hill — Restaurant in Chiang Mai Province

One of the worst cafés/restaurants I’ve ever been to. The service, in particular, is absolutely terrible! The café is beautifully located by the river with a hanging bridge, but that’s where the positives end.

It took over 20 minutes before the waiter came to our table to take our order. Another 15 minutes passed before the first two Coke Zeros arrived. The two teas took an additional 15 minutes to be served. And the first dish took a full 60 minutes to come out! The dishes weren’t served together but sporadically, with items arriving one at a time. For instance, three fried eggs were served on their own with nothing else. These couldn’t be eaten because the main dish was missing.

The Massaman curry wasn’t even hot—it was at best lukewarm! It seemed like it had been sitting in the kitchen for 15 minutes after being prepared before the waiter brought it to the table. After waiting a total of 90 minutes for the meals for my father and me, I asked the waiter about it. She then told us they had run out of oyster sauce and therefore couldn’t prepare the dish. But they didn’t inform us of this and just let us wait for 90 minutes! An absolute disgrace!

My ordered pork chop wasn’t even prepared and was mistakenly replaced with a plate of pork ribs. Frustrated and still hungry, we left the restaurant. Absolutely not recommended! Unfortunately, it’s the same story over and over again in Thailand when it comes to restaurants—beautiful on the outside, miserable on the inside!

Most of the positive reviews here seem to come from people who went swimming in the river or those who ordered just a drink to take Instagram photos or something similar. I 100% do not recommend this restaurant and will make sure to avoid it...

RiverRock is a breathtaking destination that captivates visitors with its natural beauty and serene atmosphere. Nestled amidst lush greenery, this enchanting place boasts picturesque small waterfalls that cascade gracefully, creating a soothing melody of flowing water. The gentle murmurs of the nearby streams further enhance the tranquility of the surroundings.

One of the highlights of RiverRock is its rich culinary offerings. Thai cuisine takes center stage here, tantalizing taste buds with its exquisite flavors and vibrant spices. From fragrant curries to aromatic stir-fried dishes, there is an extensive selection of Thai delicacies to satisfy even the most discerning palate. The menu also features an array of refreshing beverages, ranging from traditional Thai teas to refreshing fruit shakes, providing the perfect accompaniment to the flavorful meals.

Whether you're a nature enthusiast seeking solace in the serenity of waterfalls and streams or a food lover eager to indulge in authentic Thai cuisine, RiverRock is the perfect destination. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings, savor the delectable dishes, and let the enchanting ambiance of RiverRock create...

This is one of those eateries that one has to visit when you're either in or near chaing mai.. You will require either taxi or a local guide/ driver to take you there, but what a totally great idea for a cafe/ restaurant..

You have to cross a very sturdy rope bridge over a wonderful river/ waterfalls to access it from.the main road, that is itself near the top of a high mountain road.. Honestly, the bridge is very strong and at 18st , I felt perfectly safe to not only walk over it, but stop on it and admire the views..

Now, as with all such river crossings, time of year will depict how much flow will be in regards the river.. But even at low flow, this was still a magical and different experience to go eat in a restaurant..

The food was very nice and your order is cooked freshly for you.. I absolutely enjoyed the steamed fish...

If you would like to dine and experience something different to enjoy your meal while overlooking the local wilderness, you won't go wrong here..

But as I say you will require transportation of some kind...