Sawasdee you - Art and Street food
Artsy evening street food spot on Tha Phae Road serving fresh pad Thai, roti, and Thai classics from 6 PM daily.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 18:00–00:00
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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
- +66 62 619 5661
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked along the busy stretch of Tha Phae Road, this evening street food venue blends casual Thai dining with a creative, gallery-like atmosphere. Artwork lines the space while cooks prepare dishes fresh to order, making it a spot that appeals to travelers looking for something with more character than a standard restaurant. The combination of art and street food reflects a side of contemporary Chiang Mai that sits comfortably between local culture and visitor-friendly accessibility.
The menu is simple and affordable, with dishes like pad Thai, pad kra pao, and roti with banana among the offerings — all prepared fresh and served in generous portions. Prices are notably low even by Chiang Mai standards, and the staff are consistently described as friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is casual and funky, with open seating that lets diners take in the artwork while their food is being cooked.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
Decided to try this place today. Have passed many times but never tried usually end up at the night bazaar or around there. So glad I opted to try. The food was delicious. I actually had 2 dishes. Padthai and a fried rice. Well presented. Pipping hot and super tasty. Excellent prices as well. Cheaper actually than the night bazaar or food courts in the area and so much better quality and taste. I will most definitely be back.
Nice little spot with delicious fresh food. The staff were really friendly, the portions were very filling and it's cheap. The food was prepared freshly on order and came quickly. Would definitely recommend this place.
Awful experience. We saw it was busy and assumed that was a good sign... big mistake. We ordered chicken pad thai and pad kra pao and literally waited 1h (no exaggeration as we could see the time stamp on our pics)- full house now explained!!! Even after that our 2 dishes still did not come together, with another table being served in between ours. To make it worse the food was a massive disappointment, especially the reddish noodle with fried chicken that was everything but a pad thai.
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Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Moi, เมือง, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
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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.
Sawasdee you - Art and Street food: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sawasdee you - Art and Street food worth visiting?
Sawasdee you - Art and Street food holds a 4.7★ rating from 182 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Sawasdee you - Art and Street food?
Sawasdee you - Art and Street food is typically open 18:00–00:00 — 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 Sawasdee you - Art and Street food?
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 Sawasdee you - Art and Street food located?
Sawasdee you - Art and Street food is at Tha Phae Road, Tambon Chang Moi, เมือง, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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