Best Restaurants & Food in Chiang Rai
68 places found in Chiang Rai
Discover the best restaurants & food in Chiang Rai, Thailand. Home to the White Temple, Golden Triangle, and hill tribe villages Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated restaurants & food that Chiang Rai has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.
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Awe's Cafe
Budget-friendly cafe on Jetyod Road serving all-day meals and coffee in central Chiang Rai.
ลาบฉิมพลี Simply Northern Thai Food
Authentic Northern Thai kitchen on Nhong Boor Road serving traditional Lanna dishes at budget prices daily.
The Winds Chiang Rai Thai Restaurant เดอะวินดส์ เชียงราย
Highly regarded Thai restaurant on Phaholyothin Road serving authentic northern dishes, including standout Khao Soi.
Gold Jane -โกเจนก๋วยเตี๋ยวเนื้อ/หมู
A popular evening noodle shop in Chiang Rai serving hearty beef and pork soups with bold, flavourful broths.
The Hungry Wolf
A well-regarded mid-range restaurant on Kraisorasit Road, open daily for lunch and dinner in central Chiang Rai.
Pad Thai - Thai Food & Drink in Chiangrai ร้านอาหารไทยผัดไทย
Budget-friendly Thai eatery on Kaoloi Rd serving fresh pad Thai and local dishes daily from 08:30.
Khao Soi Restaurant
Beloved Chiang Rai spot serving authentic khao soi, northern Thailand's iconic curry noodle soup, at budget prices.
Pad Thai Jet Yod
Grandma-run pad thai spot opposite a wat in central Chiang Rai, beloved for honest flavours and a warm welcome.
The Cave Restaurant & Cellar
Fusion restaurant set beside rice fields near Mae Chan, blending Thai, Italian, Mexican and European flavours.
ดิ ไอวี่
A charming Chiang Rai spot blending northern Thai cooking with quality desserts and ice cream.
Heaven Burger
Popular burger joint on Jetyod Road serving creative beef and plant-based burgers, shakes, and café drinks.
Barrab restaurant Chiang Rai
Authentic, budget-friendly Thai food on Chiang Rai's main road, open daily for lunch and early dinner.
Aunt Sangiam Midnight Fried Chicken
A late-night fried chicken stall tucked inside Chiang Rai's Kad Luang market, serving crispy, affordable chicken until 2am.
RIBS&CO
American BBQ and Western comfort food on Chiang Rai's main road, open daily for lunch and dinner.
Dear Friends, Bistro
A relaxed bistro on Jetyod Road blending Western and Thai flavours in a quiet, air-conditioned setting.
Chivit Thamma Da Coffee House, Bistro & Bar
Riverside garden café and bistro in Chiang Rai serving creative international and Thai dishes all day.
Favola at Le Méridien Chiang Rai Resort
Upscale Italian dining in a riverside resort setting, open daily for lunch and dinner in Chiang Rai.
Delicious ยอดอร่อย
Affordable Chinese-Thai restaurant in Chiang Rai's Rop Wiang area, praised for tender beef and generous portions.
Central Chiangrai
A large Central group shopping mall on Chiang Rai's main road, with a food court and outdoor food bazaar.
มดข้าวต้มพุ้ย 2 เชียงราย
Late-night Thai comfort food spot in central Chiang Rai, open daily from 4 PM until 2 AM.
LA OLA CHIANG RAI
Spanish tapas and Mediterranean dining in central Chiang Rai, known for standout paella and evening cocktails.
Latest Recipe at Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort
Hotel restaurant at Le Meridien Chiang Rai serving buffet breakfast with authentic Northern Thai dishes daily.
Chef Sasa
A well-regarded restaurant on Chiang Rai's main road, popular with locals and visitors alike.
Rosprasert Muslim Food
Family-run halal restaurant near Chiang Rai's mosque, serving flavourful curries, oxtail soup, and yellow rice.
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When is the best time to visit Chiang Rai?
The best time to visit Chiang Rai depends on your priorities. High season (November-February) offers the best weather but higher prices and larger crowds. Shoulder season (March-April, October) provides good weather with fewer tourists. Low season (May-September) has the lowest prices but more rain.