Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch)
The prawns are the reason to come. It's an order-to-table buffet at 850 baht before service charge, and you get three hours to work through it, which sounds generous until you see how the kitchen paces things at peak times. One diner reckoned they spent two hours waiting on orders. So don't book this if you've got something on afterwards. Come early instead. A reviewer who turned up at 4:30 on a Friday had the place quiet and the staff attentive, and that's the version of this restaurant you want.
What to order: fried bass with sauce, fried squid, the grilled shrimp, the deep-fried egg with shrimp, and the creamy tom yam. Skip the steamed crab, which one regular flagged as the weak link. Fried vegetable options are thin on the ground. Finish with the shaved Thai tea ice or the coconut ice cream. There have been rainy season promotions dropping the price closer to 555 baht, so it's worth asking.
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Reviews from Google
We went for the 850b buffet. One of the favorite buffets in my life!❤️ Three hours is very generous for a buffet, and the food quality definitely shines. Shrimps were big and fresh as advertised. They were super responsive and serves the orders promptly. The shaved thai tea ice is a gem too! Also loved coconut ice cream. The deep fried bass and deep fried egg with shrimp are also recommended! I don’t recommend steamed crab. The restaurant was super empty that afternoon and we feel lucky with premium service :)
Fresh and delicious All prawns menu is so fantastic. I have to admit that all food they have prepared is perfect. Clean, fresh and delicious. For me I give them 100 out of 10. Ps I got a rainy season promotion. It is just 555 from 850. It is perfect.
I have to wait long for the order I think that if you service for buffet should immediately for customers expect immediate service for orders, rather than a wait time, due to the nature of the buffet experience So there shouldn't be a delay in placing an order and receiving. We sat and waited for 2 hrs. for many orders while we paid 850 Baht for Buffet. Staff Insufficient attention for recheck order. The food was good but very slow.If you have plans to go elsewhere , please avoid
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Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch): Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch) worth visiting?
Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch) holds a 4.6★ rating from 313 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch)?
Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch) is typically open 11:00-22:00 — 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 Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch)?
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: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch) located?
Kung Yim Shop (2nd Branch) is at 90 Ratchawong Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
Location Info
90 Ratchawong Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand062 692 2945Visitor 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
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)
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Learn the Spice Scale
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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.
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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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Location Info
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
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)