Khum Khantoke
A big khantoke dinner hall east of the Old City, with set northern Thai menus served on low trays and an evening show of Lanna dance.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–14:00 and 18:30–21:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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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
- 053 244 141
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Why go, and how to do it well
Khum Khantoke is one of Chiang Mai's large khantoke dinner venues, in the Nong Pa Khrang area east of the Old City, built in the style of a Lanna teak house. Dinner is a set northern Thai menu served on khantoke, the low pedestal trays of the Lanna table, with refills brought round, while dancers and musicians perform traditional Lanna dances on the stage.
It opens for lunch from 11:00 to 14:00 and for the dinner show from 18:30 to 21:00. Most guests sit on cushions on the floor, and you can arrange a vegetarian or mixed menu if you book ahead. Reviewers love the dancing and the setting more than the food, which is pleasant rather than memorable, so treat it as a cultural evening, not the city's best meal.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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139 Nong Pa Khrang, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
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Khum Khantoke: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Khum Khantoke worth visiting?
Khum Khantoke holds a 4.1★ rating from 1,790 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Khum Khantoke?
Khum Khantoke is typically open 11:00–14:00 and 18:30–21:00 — 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.
How expensive is Khum Khantoke?
Khum Khantoke is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Khum Khantoke?
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 Khum Khantoke located?
Khum Khantoke is at 139 Nong Pa Khrang, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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