Must-see restaurants in Chiang Mai

A cut above the average tourist restaurant, Dash offers flavoursome Thai curries that are full of spice, served inside a smart teak house or outside on…

This expat favourite is a top spot for breakfast – pancakes, sandwiches, granola, an array of egg dishes from egg-white-only omelettes to decadent…

Build your own soup at this yummy corner-shop cheapie. Choose between rice or several types of noodles, spice level, then meat, ranging from basic chicken…

Trading on its location rather than its kitchen, River Market nevertheless scores romantic dinner points for the nighttime views across the illuminated…

The locals' favourite for kôw soy (wheat-and-egg noodles in curry broth), although we found it less flavourful and more salty than other options on this…

The most flavourful of the Muslim-run kôw soy (wheat-and-egg noodles in a curry broth) joints along Halal St, with the choice of beef or chicken with your…

A modern, bright cafe serving delicious Isan-style salads and grills. There are half a dozen variations on sôm·đam and the salad dressings are fiery and…

Superior kôw soy (wheat-and-egg noodles in curry broth) comes with all the trimmings at this popular Buddhist-run eatery on Th Faham's kôw soy strip.

Branch of the popular Th Nimmanhaemin salad-bar restaurant.

Every evening, this parking lot north of Halal St fills with food and drink vendors and loud music.

Known for its elaborate bowls of bingsu (a popular Korean dessert made with shaved milk ice covered in sweet toppings), Cheevit Cheeva is an airy dessert…

A darling little spot for brunch, IM Kitchen offers tasty Thai and Western dishes in a design-forward, bright setting. The hipster aesthetic (think…

Behind the Anusarn souvenir market, the Anusarn Food Centre has a neat gaggle of hawker-style stalls selling Thai-Chinese standards, and a collection of…

Found inside the Nim City Community Mall, Oh Ka Jhu is a busy farm-to-table restaurant that uses home-grown vegetables for the mains and fresh Thai herbs…

Don't be put off by the name – this all-night Korean BBQ and hotpot buffet is where Chiang Mai's night owls come to play. It's all-you-can-eat, so pay…

An excellent stop for fresh juices, smoothies, and healthy breakfasts such as the acai bowl. The cafe also serves traditional Thai curries with your…

This fairy-tale-inspired cafe is a hit with families and students thanks to its whimsical coffee and home-style desserts baked by the owner. If you’re…

This late-night diner is the perfect place to get American fast-food dishes and other Western comfort foods, as well as breakfast. Its burgers hit the…

This partly open-air canteen is a bit more tourist-savvy than it first appears, but the Thai food is decent, the prices are right, and it's a great place…

A popular place for locals to have dinner or drinks and karaoke in one of the many private rooms. Alternatively, choose the large and beautiful outdoor…