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Designed by renowned UK designer 'Simon somebody' (sorry I forgot his surname) The What Bar is super easy to relax and unwind in.

As a play on words, The What takes its name from The Thai word for Temple (Wat) and like a temple to cool, it welcomes travelers and expats in to the warmth of its embrace.

The food is excellent, the atmosphere tolerant and arty, it really is worth stopping in for a meal or one of its famous pool tournaments. I highly recommend checking this place out if you are within 50 km of Chiang Mai.

The What is located on Loy Kroh road, within walking distance of the Night Bazaar and Thapae Gate. Look for the sign which is a play on the symbol used by the UK band The Who.

Well worth a visit.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13439 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13186
They had a great range of beers (Strongbow and Blackthorn Cider) and I was quite surprised that they had draught Kilkenny and Guinness. Despite that, I went for the local brew - Singha.

They had a big screen showing the Premiership and my team was on, so I was well happy. I love Thai food but after a week in Thailand I was ready for some old-fashioned English stodge. They had steaks, and the likes, but I tried the chicken pie and chips and I was not disappointed.

The staff were very friendly and the service was good. Well worth a visit.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13186 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13032
It is a huge place with a great open bar, big garden, pool room and a separate sports bar so something for everyone. I had a relaxing meal listening to music in the garden while a big crowd was watching rugby upstairs.

The food was excellent, they have a western and Thai menu and serve cocktails. The staff were very friendly and gave advice on where to go in Chiang Mai.

Really recommend highly!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/13032 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12911
Definitely a 'saloon' atmosphere. Friendly owners as well. All topped off with free wifi. Or if you're not carrying your mobile device there's a computer you can use.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/12911 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9998 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9998 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9315
They have a big screen for football and a wide selection of beers (Thai and Western). This is the sister bar of the Queen Victoria which is on Propokklao road (bad location) and also a great place.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/9315