A curated set of standout tables and local favorites.
Local favorites & classics
Khao Soi Khun Yai. Old City (near Wat Ket) · Northern Thai (khao soi) — A cult lunch-only spot serving Chiang Mai's signature coconut-curry noodle soup until it sells out.
SP Chicken. Old City (Samlan Road) · Thai (grilled chicken) — Beloved for rotisserie gai yang (grilled chicken) and som tam near Wat Phra Singh.
Huen Phen. Old City · Northern Thai (Lanna) — A long-standing institution for authentic northern dishes like nam prik ong and gaeng hang lay curry in an antique-filled setting.
Tong Tem Toh. Nimmanhaemin · Northern Thai — A hugely popular garden restaurant for rustic northern Thai plates and sai ua (Chiang Mai sausage).
Dash! Restaurant & Bar. Old City (Moon Muang) · Thai (modern) — A charming teak-house restaurant serving well-executed Thai classics in a garden setting.
The Riverside. Charoenrat (Ping riverfront) · Thai & International — A Chiang Mai institution since 1984 with live music and a lovely deck over the Ping River.
Cherng Doi Roast Chicken. Nimmanhaemin (Suthep) · Northern Thai — A student favorite famed for smoky charcoal-roasted chicken and spicy larb.
Han Teung Chiangmai. 63 · 4.7★ (9,642 reviews)
Fine dining & Michelin
Blackitch Artisan Kitchen. Nimmanhaemin · Modern Thai (fine dining) — Chef Phanuphon 'Black' Bulsuwan's intimate tasting-menu restaurant championing fermentation and local sourcing.
Ikigai Restaurant. 203/6 · 4.9★ (646 reviews)
Redbox Restaurant. 6 Soi Jannsaap · 4.7★ (554 reviews)
The Service at 1921 House. 123 Charoen Prathet Rd · 4.5★ (633 reviews)