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The Artisans Ayutthaya

Order at the front desk before you sit down, then eat some of the most carefully plated Thai food in Ayutthaya.

4.9(2,230)
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Hours
Daily 11:00–21:00

Learn the Spice Scale

Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.

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Full opening hours
Monday11:00–21:00
Tuesday11:00–21:00
Wednesday11:00–21:00
Thursday11:00–21:00
Friday11:00–21:00
Saturday11:00–21:00
Sunday11:00–21:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

The ordering system is the thing everyone mentions, so let's get it out of the way. You choose your dishes at the reception desk before you're shown to a table. It throws people. A couple of reviewers knocked a star off for it. My advice is to look at the menu before you turn up so you're not standing there deciding while a line builds behind you. The staff are good about explaining what things are, and how to eat them, which softens the whole business considerably.

Once you're through that, the cooking is genuinely careful. Grilled river prawns and the pork curry come up again and again. There's a wagyu curry made with cannabis leaves if you want the novelty. The chicken massaman drew one complaint for being too sweet, so order around it if sugar isn't your thing. There's riverside seating, though staff may steer you indoors in the heat, and honestly they're right about that. It's a calm, stylish room, which is exactly what you want after a morning among the ruins.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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Reviews from Google

It was a last minute decision when we decided to go to Ayutthaya and we looked for where to eat, we found The Artisans. We made a reservations via Line and they confirmed right away. When we got there, they took our order first and then they had us seated. We wanted to sit by the river but they said it is too hot outside so we just obeyed. We ordered the wagyu curry with fan leaves (I wasnt sure what that was until I googled it is cannabis) and the shrimp salad. Both were a little spicy for our liking but we couldn’t do anything about it since we already ordered, I guess we should have asked while ordering. Both of which is good. For dessert, we just want mango sticky rice. The sticky rice was warm and the mango is ripe. For the price point, we would appreciate a little more conversation about what we ordered and not just putting it on the table. When we checked out, the seats outside as we were walking out, we saw some people sitting there. Would have been nice to have that option, we really wanted to sit outside. Aesthetic of the place is stunning. The plates and food presentation is instagrammable. Flavor wise, it was flavorful but the heat of the food took away the flavor and all we can taste is the heat.

Nothing was disappointing. Every dish was absolutely delicious, beautifully presented, and full of flavour. The attention to detail, from the fresh ingredients to the stunning plating, made the whole experience feel truly special. Definitely worth the value.

This place has excellent service, and a cosy vibe. Food was generally good except the chicken massamam which was too sweet. Only giving a 4* because of the odd concept where we have to order at the reception instead of at the table. Guests would feel more welcomed if we are allowed to settle down at our tables first before ordering the food.

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42 1, Tambon Ban Run, อำเภอ เมือง, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand

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The Artisans Ayutthaya: Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Artisans Ayutthaya worth visiting?

The Artisans Ayutthaya holds a 4.9★ rating from 2,230 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Ayutthaya.

What are the opening hours of The Artisans Ayutthaya?

The Artisans Ayutthaya is typically open 11:00–21:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit The Artisans Ayutthaya?

The best months to visit Ayutthaya are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in November – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: August – October (flooding risk).

Where is The Artisans Ayutthaya located?

The Artisans Ayutthaya is at 42 1, Tambon Ban Run, อำเภอ เมือง, Chang Wat Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000, Thailand, in Ayutthaya. Getting around Ayutthaya: Bicycle rental (best way to see ruins); Tuk-tuks (negotiate half-day rate).

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