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Garden to Table Chiangmai
Restaurants & Food
Chiang Mai

Garden to Table Chiangmai

4.9(1,710 reviews)$$$$

Tucked along Ratchapakhinai Road near Si Phum temple in Chiang Mai's historic old city, this farm-to-table restaurant has built a strong reputation for delivering genuinely fresh, locally-sourced food at prices that won't stretch a travel budget. The focus is squarely on quality ingredients, with seasonal menus shaped by what's currently available from local growers and suppliers. The atmosphere is casual and unpretentious, making it a comfortable choice for solo travellers, couples, or small groups who want a satisfying dinner without the formality or inflated costs that can accompany farm-to-table concepts elsewhere. The intimate setting encourages a relaxed pace, and the straightforward approach to cooking lets the produce speak for itself rather than dressing it up unnecessarily. Good to know: Garden to Table operates evenings only, opening at 4:00 PM daily. Last orders are taken around 9:30 PM most nights, with slightly earlier closing on Saturdays at 9:00 PM, so arriving by 8:00 PM gives a comfortable window to dine without feeling rushed. The restaurant has no website listed, so walk-ins are the standard approach. If you have specific dietary requirements or want to check on daily availability, it is worth stopping by early or asking locally for a contact number before making the trip.

Experience hints

Visitor favorite
Budget-friendly

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Location Info

136 4 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand+66 82 583 6999
Opening Hours
Monday16:00-21:30
Tuesday16:00-21:30
Wednesday16:00-21:30
Thursday16:00-21:30
Friday16:00-21:30
Saturday16:00-21:00
SundayClosed

Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food

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.

Follow the Crowds

The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.

Ice Is Safe

Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.

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Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)

Rainy season

June – October

Avg. temperature

15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)

Getting there

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.

Getting around

  • Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
  • Grab (available in city centre)
  • Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
  • Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)