The garden by lemongrass
Tucked along Chiang Mai's lively Loi Kroh Road, this restaurant stands out for its generous plot of land that allows for three distinct dining environments: tables out front facing the street, an indoor section, and a spacious garden area at the back. The combination of open-air greenery and unhurried spacing between tables gives the venue a calm, romantic quality that feels removed from the bustle outside. The menu leans into classic Thai cooking, with dishes like steamed lemon seabass and mango sticky rice drawing particular praise from diners. Portions are noted as generous, and the kitchen works with fresh ingredients. Service is consistently described as attentive without being intrusive, making it a comfortable choice for couples, families, and groups alike. The restaurant opens every evening at 5 PM and stays open until 1 AM, seven days a week, which suits both early diners and those arriving later after exploring the neighbourhood. As no website is listed, walk-ins are the standard approach, though arriving closer to opening time is advisable for those who prefer the quieter garden seating, which tends to fill as the evening progresses. The Loi Kroh Road address puts it within easy reach of Chiang Mai's Night Bazaar area, making it a practical dinner stop when exploring the east side of the old city.
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Reviews from Google
Stumbled along this restaurant and it turned out to be the best meal that we’ve had in all is Southeast Asia. Beautiful outdoor garden to dine , in addition to inside dining and front outdoor dining. Lovely venue. Fancy excellent cocktails, good beer and a great Thai menu. The chef is brilliant. We had duck breast in curry sauce that should be a Michelin Star mention. Huge prawns , excellent side sauces. We had to have the fried bananas with coconut ice cream for dessert even though we were well satisfied . What a delicious Thai bandanna split! Can’t rave about this restaurant enough.
Fantastic! 👌 Came here twice for dinner with the hubby and teenagers while on holiday in Chiang Mai. Utterly fabulous! Amazing service, food delicious, gorgeous restaurant with a large garden area out the back. Lovely bathroom facilities. HIGHLY recommend a meal (or two) here 🍷🍺🇹🇭🙏❤️
This restaurant occupies a good size plot and offers dining and tables out front, out back in a nice garden area, and inside in the middle. It's hard to beat that, and it's in a great location in the riverside end of Loi Khro. They offer a good range of mainly good Thai meals and drinks, plus some Western options. Service was good but the staff seemed to be mainly Burmese and have limited language skills, but this was not a problem. We enjoyed a number of Thai dishes and they were tasty and well prepared. Spicy too, when asked for, delicious. You are spoilt at where to sit with the three distinct areas all having their advantages. The inside walls are covered with visitors graffiti which is a popular format with Lemongrass.
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The garden by lemongrass: Frequently Asked Questions
Is The garden by lemongrass worth visiting?
The garden by lemongrass holds a 4.7★ rating from 145 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of The garden by lemongrass?
The garden by lemongrass is typically open 17:00-01:00 — 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 The garden by lemongrass?
The garden by lemongrass is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Chiang Mai.
When is the best time to visit The garden by lemongrass?
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 The garden by lemongrass located?
The garden by lemongrass is at 127 Loi Kroh Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
Location Info
127 Loi Kroh Rd, Tambon Chang Moi, เมือง Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand+66 82 560 7056Visitor 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)