Modern International • Community Vibe
Neighborhood
A beautiful community-focused space by Read the Cloud with excellent all-day dining, great coffee, and a relaxed garden atmosphere. Recommended by CJM.
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Contemporary • Ginger-Focused
The House by Ginger
Stunning design, creative cocktails, and modern plates with a ginger twist. One of the most beautiful venues in town. Recommended by CJM.
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Thai • Boat Noodles
Boat Noodle (ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรือ)
Classic Thai boat noodles done right — intense broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and all the toppings. A Chiang Mai institution near Boat Bakery. Recommended by CJM.
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Northern Thai • Fine Dining
Huen Muan Jai
A serene, traditional Lanna house serving elevated Northern Thai cuisine. Think khao soi with depth, fermented pork, and crispy pork belly in a garden setting.
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Seafood • Sustainable
Maadae Slow Fish Kitchen
Ethical seafood done right. Fresh river fish, slow-cooked curries, and a philosophy of sustainability. Intimate and thoughtful.
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Modern Thai • Local Ingredients
RASIK LOCAL KITCHEN
Hyper-local, seasonal, and creative. A chef-driven spot using foraged herbs and farm-fresh produce in innovative Thai dishes.
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French • Steakhouse
เชย์บุชเชอร์ - Chez Butcher
A French-trained Thai butcher serving dry-aged steaks, house-made charcuterie, and perfect frites. Chiang Mai’s carnivore dream.
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Contemporary • Tasting Menu
PARI-
Minimalist, bold, and boundary-pushing. A tasting menu that blends Thai flavors with global techniques. Reservation required.
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Experimental • Chef’s Table
Blackitch Artisan Kitchen
Chef Black’s ever-evolving tasting menu. Foraged ingredients, fermentation, and storytelling through food. One of Asia’s most unique experiences.
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Street Food • Isaan
Cherng Doi Roast Chicken
Legendary rotisserie chicken over charcoal, served with sticky rice and spicy jaew sauce. Juicy, smoky, addictive.
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Northern Thai • Noodles
Khao Soi Mae Sai
The gold standard of khao soi. Rich coconut curry, tender beef or chicken, crispy noodles on top. Simple, perfect, iconic.
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Northern Thai • Casual
Tong Tem Toh
Classic Northern Thai dishes in a no-frills setting. Sai ua sausage, nam prik ong, and fresh veggies. Local favorite.
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Street Food • Market
Night Market at The Phae Gate (Sundays)
Every Sunday, the moat road turns into a food paradise. Grilled meats, khao soi, sushi rolls, mango sticky rice — all under fairy lights.
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Burmese • Hole-in-the-Wall
Nong Bee’s Burmese Restaurant
Tiny, unassuming, and incredible. Tea leaf salad, mohinga, hand-pulled noodles. A true hidden gem run by a Burmese family.
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Bonus: Cottontree Coffee
Not a restaurant, but the best coffee in Chiang Mai. Single-origin beans, expert pour-overs, and a peaceful courtyard. Pair with their buttery croissant.