Kat's Kitchen
Busy Old City corner restaurant on Ratchamanka Road with generous Thai portions, tom yum and khao soi.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–21:20
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
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.
Details
- Phone
- 098 892 2265
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Kat's Kitchen is a busy Thai restaurant on a corner of Ratchamanka Road in the Old City, named on Tripadvisor's Chiang Mai list and one other ranking I compared. Reviewers say portions are generous for the price and the street-side seats are good for people-watching.
I'd order the tom yum seafood with instant noodles, the dish one reviewer rates highest, or the khao soi. The curries draw mixed notes. Some love the green curry, while others found it mild and soupy, so ask for Thai-level spice if you want heat.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Kat's Kitchen, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
17 Ratchamanka Rd Old City Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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.
Use Grab for Delivery
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Kat's Kitchen: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kat's Kitchen worth visiting?
Kat's Kitchen holds a 4.4★ rating from 4,052 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Kat's Kitchen?
Kat's Kitchen is typically open 09:00–21:20 — 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.
How expensive is Kat's Kitchen?
Kat's Kitchen is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Kat's Kitchen?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Kat's Kitchen located?
Kat's Kitchen is at 17 Ratchamanka Rd Old City Tambon Phra Sing, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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