Maepen Seafood, Rimping 1 Branch
Maepen Seafood's Rimping 1 branch sits along Wang Sing Kam Road in Mueang Chiang Mai, offering a riverside setting and a menu focused on straightforward Thai seafood cooking. The location near Rimping makes it a convenient stop while running errands or exploring the surrounding area, and the river view adds a pleasant backdrop that elevates an otherwise casual dining experience. Steamed blue crab with dipping sauce and tom yum with sea bass are among the dishes that draw repeat visitors, with seafood priced at accessible mid-range levels.
The atmosphere is unfussy and relaxed, with the emphasis firmly on food rather than décor. That said, experiences here vary. Some visitors report solid cooking and attentive service, while others have encountered popular items selling out early in the evening and portion sizes that fall short of menu photos. The grilled squid has received mixed feedback, so ordering around the seafood-forward dishes appears to be the stronger bet.
The restaurant opens daily from noon until 11pm, which gives flexibility for both lunch and late dinner visits. Arriving earlier in the evening rather than during peak weekend dinner hours is worth considering, as some visitors have noted quieter periods allow for a more relaxed experience. There is no website listed, so walk-ins are the standard approach. Takeaway is also available for those passing through rather than dining in.
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Reviews from Google
Five stars for the steamed blue crab 🦀 and the dipping sauce 🤤 I also enjoyed the creamy ton yum with sea bass 🫶 The crab cost 465 thb which is just under $15 usd. About the cost of a blue crab hand roll in Los Angeles. The portion could have served two people but I managed to finish it off 🤭 The soup was 295 thb ($9 usd) which translates to about $4.50 per serving. Would recommend this spot if you are nearby!
The food is good, but the portion sizes don't match the pictures.
I used to like eating here. I don't know if ownership or management changed, but after the last visit here, I wouldn't go back. The place was empty at 6pm on a Saturday night at one of the busiest times of the year in Chiang Mai. That was alarming as before it used to be packed. Ordered several dishes and all of them were disappointing. The seafood was not fresh and tasted frozen. Not only that, but the service is terrible. The place is empty and the staff still forget to bring us our ordered drinks. I'm not sure what happened to this place, but it's sad to see the decline. Not recommended.
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Location Info
38 Wang Sing Kam Rd, Tambon Pa Tan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand+66 91 076 1632Visitor 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)
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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Lerd Rote Tai Rom Ma-Feuang
Evening dinner spot on Wang Sing Kam Rd serving traditional Thai food at mid-range prices nightly 5–9 PM.
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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)