Bebop Bar - Once laid back, now thriving for better or worse
Once a tiny laid-back joint, Bebop is now a thriving complex on the outskirts of town. This bar is considered by many to be a potent sign of how things have changed in Pai over the past couple of years. The location means that unless you're with a group, have your own transport or are staying at one of the few nearby guesthouses, it's a little far to be out at late at night.

Chez Swan - Imported meats
Serving a full menu of international dishes with a strong European emphasis, Chez Swan heavily promotes the fact that they use imported meats, cheeses and wines. It is well recommended, if you're looking for a little western splash, but the prices are a little higher than elsewhere in Pai.
Type of Food: International /

Duang's Restaurant - Mostly Thai offerings
One of a couple of restaurants run by the same people as the guesthouse of the same name, this one on the corner of the two main streets has a long menu of mainly Thai dishes but with some international offerings. They feature a selection of local specialties, most notably khao soi (a noodle and curry soup) and khao soi yam, which tastes a bit like pad Thai.
Type of Food: Thai - Northern Thai /

Forestry 33 - Best food in Pai...so they say
Offering the self-proclaimed "best food in Pai", this well-patronised joint offers a decent selection of Thai food. Service is indeed very speedy, but the food, while decent, is uninspiring.
Type of Food: Thai - Northern Thai /

Ginger's House - Worth the walk for veges
Ginger's is a little out of the centre of town, but particularly if you're a vegetarian it's worth the walk. Unobtrusive music, the sound of running water and floor seating create a lovely homey atmosphere. The menu offers a small range of house specialties: curries with tofu or soya protein, stir-fries, soups and a wide range of teas. The menu is interspersed with information about Thai ingredients and healthy foods. They also offer cooking classes.
Type of Food: some vegetarian /

Good Life. Herb and Health Restaurant - 70 varieties of herbal tea
This health-conscious cafe serves a number of breakfasts and other basic meals. The daily special of shakshuka and pita or baguette makes a filling and tasty breakfast. Prices are mostly under 40 baht. They sell herbs and do a good but small range of the ubiquitous shake, as well as 70 varieties of herbal tea. They also operate a Finnish-style sauna, which costs 100 baht for unlimited time.
Type of Food: Coffee and/or Tea House /

Mellow Yellow - Chilled, an expat's favourite
Popular with the local expat community, this small but groovy bar can be quite jumping at times. They hold parties for special events which are widely advertised by flyers in internet cafes. On regular nights it has a more chilled vibe, as the name would suggest.

Meo's Restaurant - Wstern Thai fusion Pai style
Right next to the bus station, this family restaurant has little atmosphere but a great menu, which uses Thai ingredients on a western base such as fried tofu and basil leaves in a pita pocket. Also has croissants and a wide range of shakes, often in combinations not common elsewhere such as mango, carrot, lime and yoghurt. Food is good and staff friendly.
Type of Food: Thai - Northern Thai /

Pai Corner Restaurant - Comes highly recommended
Prominently displaying a whiteboard covered with compliments, this Thai-German run restaurant comes highly recommended. Praise is particularly strong for the pizzas and Thai curries which are indeed good, if a little sweet. A mix of Thai, international (with a strong German influence) and vegetarian dishes, this place is quite popular.
Type of Food: German / Thai /

Ting Tong Loungegarden - Atmospheric
Atmospheric candlelight, bamboo-styling and banana palms in situ giving a natural feel to the decorative style of this small bar. The cocktail range isn't huge, but has proper imported spirits at a reasonable price. Groovy rhythmic beats as well as a funky Thai crowd make this a chilled place to hang out.