sub seafood
Tucked along Rachadamnoen Road in the heart of Chiang Mai's old city, this small family-run seafood restaurant draws both locals and travellers with its straightforward approach to Thai seafood cooking. Standout dishes from visitors include garlic prawns, squid in yellow curry, crab fried rice, and fried morning glory — with a full meal for two coming in around 1,000 baht. The menu is available in English, making it accessible for international diners. The outdoor seating and casual atmosphere keep things relaxed, and staff are noted for being friendly and attentive. The kitchen leans toward authentic preparation rather than tourist-adjusted flavours, so diners who prefer milder heat should pay close attention to spice warnings on the menu — several dishes are noted as genuinely hot. Quality can vary, with some visitors reporting inconsistency in seafood freshness, so ordering dishes that are prepared to order rather than pre-cooked may be the safer approach. Good to know: The restaurant opens daily at 14:30 and closes at 21:00, with no day off during the week. Arriving earlier in the evening around 15:00 to 17:00 tends to offer a quieter experience and more time to work through the menu without rush. The Rachadamnoen Road location places it within easy walking distance of old city temples and the Saturday Walking Street, making it a convenient dinner stop before evening sightseeing.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After sub seafood, round out your day in Chiang Mai with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
The best seafood restaurant I’ve ever had! Definitely the best seafood restaurant in Chiangmai. If you are looking for seafood, look no further, this is it! Small family restaurant in old town, chef is the owner, they make guests feel like home. Seafood is very fresh and big portions, we can taste love and attention from the chef. Our favourite is the crab curry, I wish I could eat that everyday! I’ll definitely come back and I highly recommend everyone to try!!
Honestly I'm surprised their isn't a line. Authentic Thai food. She isn't going to change the recipes for tourists. Her dumplings are amazing and the Khao soi amazing (but as a Canadian deadly aha the spice level for me was crazy but recommend it anyway).we ate a Khao soi at the ITS GOOD KITCHEN restaurant down the street despite them changing the spice level it's exactly the same. Anyway highly recommend
The food here is really good. Had the garlic prawns, squid in yellow curry, crab fried rice and fried morning glory. Fresh and tasty. All that for about 1000 baht. Menu is in English. Be ready to use hands for prawns and crabs. Bathroom is 20m outside. We sat streetside.
Location Info
141/6 Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, ThailandVisitor 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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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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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)
Where to stay near sub seafood
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