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Best Restaurants In Chiang Mai
Written by Kajani Shivam on September 16, 2020 Share on

10 Best Restaurants In Chiang Mai, Thailand For Lovely Food!

Chiang Mai is one of the biggest cities in Thailand and is gift wrapped with everything which could make any kind of traveller fall in love with this incredibly beautiful city. One of the most amazing things which could excite you is the restaurants in Chiang Mai. Yes, the food served in this city is the best in Thailand. Well, foodies, I can feel the excitement! 😅 How about finding out the 10 top restaurants in Chiang Mai to delight our tastebuds? Sounds cool, huh? Well, it’s pretty hard to choose only 10 as the whole city is packed with amazing restaurants which have a perfect blend on the ambience, dish and cost. However, we here at Pickyourtrail have curated a list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai to fill your tummy with yummy dishes.

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10 Best Restaurants In Chiang Mai

  • David’s Kitchen
  • Italics Restaurant
  • The Gallery
  • Good View
  • Huen Phen Restaurant
  • The Riverside Bar & Restaurant
  • Tong Restaurant and Bar
  • Dash Restaurant
  • Ginger and Kafé
  • La Terrasse

1. David’s Kitchen

The first one to enter the list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai is David’s Kitchen. Interestingly, David’s Kitchen is a French-Thai fusion restaurant which is one of the favourite restaurants for both the locals and tourists. In addition, you will find a daily three set course menu which changes on a regular basis. Most importantly David’s Kitchen has managed to be at the first place on the list because it is a perfect blend of everything. Let is be the food, the beautiful ambience or the cost, everything is beautifully blended here.

Location📍

113 Bamrungrad Road, Wat Kate, Riverside, Chiang Mai

2. Italics Restaurant

Italics Restaurant is a part of the famous Akyra Manor Hotel and has a rooftop bar setting. Well, as the name says it all, the restaurant serves Italian cuisine. So, if you are craving to eat some Italian dish, head to Italics Restaurant. And yes, the ingredients used for each dish will literally make your mouth melt. Heaven, right?

Location📍

22/2 Nimmana Haeminda Road Lane 9, Tambon Su Thep Chang Wat Chiang Mai

3. The Gallery

The Gallery is truly an impressive restaurant in Chiang Mai. The restaurant is located right on the riverside and the ambience will impress you before the food does. The Gallery was built in 1892 by an immigrant from China. The interesting part is that the front part of the building is an art gallery which sells arts and the next part of the building serves you with some mouth-watering dishes. This restaurant truly deserves to be on the list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai, right? The Gallery mostly serves Thai food and some of the must-try dishes are Tom Yum Goong, Som Tam and Lamb Fondue Set.

Location📍

25-27-29 Charoenrat Rd, Chiang Mai

4. Good View

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Just as the name suggests, Good View is famous for its stunning view over the River Ping. It is open all day and if you are planning to go for dinner here, make sure you book a table in advance as most of the riverside tables are taken quickly. The restaurant serves Thai dish and western dishes too. The must-try dishes are chicken, fried shrimps, tom yam soup, stir-fried squid with salted egg, and fish. So, if you are looking for a romantic riverside restaurant in Chiang Mai, make sure you head to Good view.

Location📍

The Good View Bar & Restaurant, 13 Charoen Raj Road, Chiang Mai

5. Huen Phen Restaurant

The fifth one to enter the list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai is Huen Phen Restaurant. Craving for soup tasty noodles dish? Well, Huen Phen Restaurant is the perfect place for you people. This restaurant is famous for its noodles and also make sure you try the famous Khao Soi Noodle Soup dish. Huen Phen Restaurant serves on a canteen-style area in the daytime and the restaurant completely transforms into a romantic restaurant in the evening. Experience both day and night experience in Huen Phen Restaurant for a perfect dining experience.

Location📍

112 Rachamankha Road, Chiang Mai

6. The Riverside Bar & Restaurant

Here is another famous riverside restaurant which makes it to our list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai. The Riverside Bar & Restaurant has got a nice atmosphere and beautiful scenic setting on the Ping River. The romantic lights will light up your mood for the day and the tasty dishes will perfectly complete your day. You will find a menu of Thai and International food which also includes Burgers, Pizzas and many more. The main highlight of the restaurant is the live music band and the dinner cruise. Sounds perfect, huh?

Location📍

9, 11 Tambon Chang Moi, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 

7. Tong Restaurant and Bar

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Tong Restaurant and Bar is one of the best restaurants in Chiang Mai and is well known for its variety of Thai dishes. The restaurant is always crowded and early reservation is not allowed here. So, you have to stand on the queue. But, trust me, it’s worth waiting. This open-air restaurant will perfectly make your day with its lovely wooden ambience and lip-smacking dishes. In addition, some of the best dishes are Spicy Chicken Curry, Grilled Pork Neck and Nam Prig Ong. Also, make sure you taste the beer which is the best here.

Location📍

Soi 13, Nimmanhaemin Road, Chiang Mai

8. Dash Restaurant

Dash Restaurant is simple and perfect. The wooden settings will make it a perfect surrounding for the people. The restaurant includes western and Thai dishes and is one of the best restaurants in Chiang Mai. Some of the best dishes which you must-try are Spring rolls, Fried Chicken, Soups, Mango Cheesecakes and Tom Yum. Well, if you are looking for a breezy area with delicious dishes, make sure you lend here.

Location📍

Muang Road Soi 3, Mueang Chiang Mai

9. Ginger and Kafé

You will be guaranteed with tasty dishes in Ginger and Kafé. The decor and the food work on a perfect blend and gives a lovely experience for the people. You will be able to find Thai and International dishes here. It’s totally going to be a yummy experience in Ginger and Kafé.

Location📍

199 Mun Mueang Road, Tambon Si Phum Chang Wat, Chiang Mai

10. La Terrasse

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The final one to make it to the list of 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai is La Terrasse. Love French cuisine? Well, you definitely need to check this restaurant for some amazing dishes. The must-try dishes are Boeuf Bourguignon and Onion Soup.

Location📍

69 Kotchasarn Road, Tambon Chang Khlan Chang Wat, Chiang Mai

That was yummy read, huh? 😅 Well, now that you know the 10 best restaurants in Chiang Mai, make sure you pay a visit and delight your tastebuds. Planning a vacation to Chiang Mai? Check out the amazing Chiang Mai travel packages or book yourself complete Thailand trip packages or Thailand packages for couple on the Pickyourtrail website.

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