Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant
A leafy vegan garden near the moat where lunch turns into two hours without you noticing.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
- 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.
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See pricesWhy go, and how to do it well
Vegan food that doesn't feel like a compromise, served in a garden that makes you slow right down. That's the pitch here, and it's why the place has stuck around on Sri Poom Road long enough to build a following among Chiang Mai's long-termers as well as people passing through for a week.
The cooking is approachable rather than clever: Thai curries, fresh salads, hearty sandwiches, portions that justify the mid-range prices. If you've got dietary needs beyond the plant-based side of things, the kitchen handles them without fuss. My advice is to come for a proper sit-down lunch rather than a quick refuel, because the garden seating is the whole point and rushing it feels like a waste. Evenings work too, once the heat drops.
The one catch is capacity. Leafy garden tables are finite, and in high season or at the obvious meal times you may be waiting or sitting somewhere less pleasant. Turn up a bit before the rush and you'll get the good seat.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
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Pair your visit. After Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
1 4 Sri Poom Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant worth visiting?
Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,912 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant?
Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant is typically open 09:00-22:00 — 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.
How expensive is Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant?
Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant?
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 Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant located?
Reform Kafé - Vegan Garden Restaurant is at 1 4 Sri Poom Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
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