OK, its probably too much to ask for but looking to take my Thai girlfriend out Saturday night to somewhere that offers:

a) Authentic oven-cooked Italian Pizza (none of that Pizza Hut crap)

Nice 'al fresco' setting, preferably with some greenery around, not concrete, concrete's not very romantic

c) Someone in or very close to CM town, as our time is limited Saturday night

Too much to ask for? You'll have to let me know. I'm sure some restaurant in CM must fit the bill. I just want to have a romantic evening with my girlfriend and show her what a real pizza is supposed to taste like, not the Pizza Hut / Pizza Company crap Thais get duped into believing is pizza.

Peace

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

I've been here many times, it's very good, staff speaks English, Ummmmm but don't go around 5-7pm, go later 7-8pm.....

I think Dukes has the best pizza in CM.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

I've been here many times, it's very good, staff speaks English, Ummmmm but don't go around 5-7pm, go later 7-8pm.....

Just curious, what happens at 5-7pm that I need to avoid?

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Which side of the river is that on?

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Which side of the river is that on?

The East side in between the iron bridge and the one Tha pha road goes over the river on. I think it is called Narawhat. Or you can cross the Iron bridge turn left for about 200 to 300 feet.

I know my Thai spelling sucks.

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Which side of the river is that on?

East side. Park at the western supermarket and walk for two minutes north.

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Dukes hands down !!!!

I agree the Dukes is the best pizza in Chiang Mai

You can take her anywhere, but there's no guarantee she will appreciate the difference.

Take her to a nice Thai restaurant of he choosing.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

I've been here many times, it's very good, staff speaks English, Ummmmm but don't go around 5-7pm, go later 7-8pm.....

Just curious, what happens at 5-7pm that I need to avoid?

Probably the flying termites.

This time of year outside dining at sunset may include extra protein

Must also have something to do with temperature though as they are not always there.

I think we'll try the Girasole La Gondola - nothing wrong with Dukes, had their pizza before and it was very good, just think the Girasole setting will be more appropriate and reviews on tripadvisor look very good.

As for "get her some Thai food", wow, that's so romantic

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Best ribs sure but pizza is like 6/10 (and lower when they burn it which has been often in my experience).

Find somewhere better if it's pizza you are after.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

I've been here many times, it's very good, staff speaks English, Ummmmm but don't go around 5-7pm, go later 7-8pm.....

Just curious, what happens at 5-7pm that I need to avoid?

It's too busy, that area it seems there's a healthy tourist trade during the 5-7pm hours, nothing wrong with that, buy a little taxing on the staff....

Puccini isn't bad - good reviews and convenient. Next to porn Ping Hotel.

I think we'll try the Girasole La Gondola - nothing wrong with Dukes, had their pizza before and it was very good, just think the Girasole setting will be more appropriate and reviews on tripadvisor look very good.

As for "get her some Thai food", wow, that's so romantic

Speaking of get her some Thai Food, have you tried the new fish from 7?

"Thai seems to be gaining a reputation as the new food of love. With its both spicy and sensual overtones"

I think we'll try the Girasole La Gondola - nothing wrong with Dukes, had their pizza before and it was very good, just think the Girasole setting will be more appropriate and reviews on tripadvisor look very good.

As for "get her some Thai food", wow, that's so romantic

That's the reason I made the recommendation and not the Duke's because of the garden setting you required. Dukes is great and my favorite. But Girasole has great pasta dishes for sure.

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

I like this one too for Italian style pizza. I prefer the Duke's personally, but this is good (and the tuna pasta is some of the best in town IMO).

Puccini is AMAZING. I would say one of the most romantic restaurants in CM. Its an Italian restaurant ran by an Italian chef. The food is fantastic. They do Italian style pizza, its inexpensive and its BY FAR the best pizza Ive had in Thailand... I am very picky... Im from America, which has an amazing pizza joint on every corner. Just in general, Puccini, hands down has the best food in CM. 5 star on tripadvisor...

http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293917-d3562355-Reviews-Puccini_Italian_Restaurant-Chiang_Mai.html

Its right next to the Porn Ping hotel, near the night bazaar.

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Best ribs sure but pizza is like 6/10 (and lower when they burn it which has been often in my experience).

Find somewhere better if it's pizza you are after.

Where would you recommend for better Pizza?

You might try Girasole La Gondola right at Pratu Thapae. That should fit your requirements. Not a big garden setting but adequate.

Agree... Then a stroll down to Wat Chedi...

And in the back corner of the strip mall is a dive noodle shop that serves the best homemade coconut ice cream fo 25 bath!

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Puccini, hands down has the best food in CM. 5 star on tripadvisor...

http://www.tripadvis...Chiang_Mai.html

Its right next to the Porn Ping hotel, near the night bazaar.

hes right ! ... its 10 yards past the main pornping tower , hotshots entrance .... on the left : )

dave2

Dukes has good taste, but only the outer parts of the pizzas are not soggy, and they cut their pizzas into squares, which is very bad. When you eat an inside piece, it's just sloppy. Also, remember if you sit outside, you are right on the river road and it's noisy and probably polluted.

Dukes' pizza is best if you buy one and take it home and put it right in the fridge. Great eaten cold the next day.

pasta cafe soi 5 nimman,nice setting.

Easy - Dukes riverside, best pizza in town.

Best ribs sure but pizza is like 6/10 (and lower when they burn it which has been often in my experience).

Find somewhere better if it's pizza you are after.

Coach's Pizza on Ratchaphruek Road has VERY good pizza and VERY good ribs.

Pizza and Pasta (near Mae Hia Market) has great pizza, Italian dishes.

Dukes has good taste, but only the outer parts of the pizzas are not soggy, and they cut their pizzas into squares, which is very bad. When you eat an inside piece, it's just sloppy.

But that is the real style of pizza, innit--anyone ever been to Napoli? The crusty version is better, but.

I'd also go with Dukes; just make sure the irate boss ain't there.

Alternatively, order a takeout (perhaps the place opposite Thapae Gate) and eat it in Buak Hat Park.

La Villa , in the old center.

Wood fired oven and a nice small garden.

Try the vegetarian Focacia with tomatoes and lots of garlic, make sure you eat it both ,

Dukes has good taste, but only the outer parts of the pizzas are not soggy, and they cut their pizzas into squares, which is very bad. When you eat an inside piece, it's just sloppy. Also, remember if you sit outside, you are right on the river road and it's noisy and probably polluted.

Dukes' pizza is best if you buy one and take it home and put it right in the fridge. Great eaten cold the next day.

I thought it was only me that thought this