Versailles De Flore: Hidden Gem In Chiang Mai, Thailand Is A Cafe That Looks Like A Renaissance Castle
Granted, the purpose of travelling to Thailand is enjoying the Thai experience, but there's a hidden gem in Chiang Mai that's too breathtaking not to mention: Versailles de Flore cafe. Not counting architecture connoisseurs & history buffs, visitors at the cafe will be transported back in time to medieval Europe in a grand castle.
Ambience at Versailles de Flore
It isn't just the building that resembles Europe, but the entire cafe grounds. Surrounding the opulent Renaissance-esque building is a majestic garden landscape with statues and a gold water fountain. Imagine being royalty wandering around your castle grounds and dining with lords and ladies (aka your friends)!
Photo from Versailles de Flore
Photo from Versailles de Flore
The building itself is also quite a marvel, designed with columns, arches, intricate gold details.
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The extravagance amps up even further inside, where every inch of the space is decorated with vibrant colours, from the arched windows to the painted ceilings.
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Although the architecture is seemingly inspired by the Castle of Versailles, it also has some Thai-style elements like highly saturated colours and native plants.
Photo from Versailles de Flore
Photo from Versailles de Flore
Food at Versailles de Flore
Contrary to what you'd might expect from the cafe's over-the-top architecture, its menu features unpretentious Western and Asian dishes at pretty reasonable prices.
For the more fitting aesthetic, go for classic brunch fare like the English Breakfast (THB 169, ~SGD 6.57) and Beef Steak (THB 399, ~SGD 15.51).
Photo from Versailles de Flore
Photo from Versailles de Flore
Alternatively, there's also Asian and fusion cuisine such as Chicken Thai Basil with Fried Egg (THB 89, ~SGD 3.46) and Spaghetti with Shrimp & Thai Herb (THB 189, ~SGD 7.34).
Options for sharing include the Signature Pizza (THB 329, ~SGD 12.78). If you only need a light snack, there are assorted Rolls (THB 119 - 179, ~SGD 4.62 - 6.96) with fillings like shrimp, smoked salmon and eggs & bacon.
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Photo from Versailles de Flore
Or skip the mains altogether and enjoy the Victoria Afternoon Tea set (THB 499, ~SGD 19.39). Served in a 3-tiered stand, the set comes with madeleines, cakes, egg ham rolls and floral tea.
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On the drinks menu are coffees, teas, sodas and photo-worthy signature beverages like Valentine's (THB 100, ~SGD 3.88).
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Versailles de Flore
Address: 225 Sri Poom Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Opening hours: 8am to 5pm, closed on Wednesdays
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