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Street food - fried pancake
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Chiang Mai

Street food - fried pancake

4.7(23 reviews)

Tucked along Ratchapakhinai Road on the edge of Chiang Mai's old city, this small street stall has earned a loyal following among locals and travellers alike for its freshly prepared roti and fried pancakes. The vendor, known affectionately as PhetPhet, brings a warm and cheerful presence to every order, and the aroma of the cooking draws in passersby before they even spot the stall itself. The menu keeps things simple and satisfying. Popular choices include banana roti and chocolate wraps, with prices starting as low as 15 baht per piece, making it one of the more affordable snack stops in the area. A handful of chairs are available on the side for those who want to sit and eat on the spot. The combination of generous flavours, friendly service, and low prices has made this a go-to roti stop for repeat visitors to Chiang Mai. The stall operates Tuesday through Saturday, opening each evening from 18:00 to 22:00, so it fits naturally into a night-time wander around the old city. Wednesday and Sunday are closed, so it is worth planning around those days. No booking is required, and the stall typically does not have a long queue, making it an easy and unhurried stop during an evening out.

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Hidden gem

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Visitor Reviews

My favourite roti place in Chiang Mai. PhetPhet is a friendly happy guy and we only come here for roti now.

Super good roti! The owner is nice and funny. There are chairs on the side that you can sit.

Delicious and friendly vendor. I had the banana roti for 40 baht.

Location Info

204/5 Ratchapakhinai Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Opening Hours
Monday18:00-22:00
Tuesday18:00-22:00
WednesdayClosed
Thursday18:00-22:00
Friday18:00-22:00
Saturday18:00-22:00
SundayClosed

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

High

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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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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