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.
Each listing includes Google ratings from real visitors, price range indicators, location details, and booking options where available. Use the filters above to narrow your search by rating or price level, and sort by popularity to see the places that other travellers recommend most.
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Big C Supercenter Chiang Rai 2 Airport
A large airport-adjacent supermarket and food court offering Thai meals, snacks, and groceries.
THE SPACE MRC CHIANG RAI
Riverside evening dining spot in Chiang Rai with scenic mountain views and an open-air garden setting.
Sareeneen food & sweet (halal)
Budget halal eatery on Prasopsook Rd serving local Thai food and sweet drinks, open daily 10am–9pm.
LaoMa Express
Budget-friendly Chinese-Thai noodle shop in Chiang Rai serving roasted duck, BBQ pork, and wonton soup.
270° Bistro and Cabin
A relaxed cabin-style bistro in central Chiang Rai, open daily from 10am to midnight.
J MARKET CHIANGRAI
A local food market near Chiang Rai's Clock Tower, offering diverse street food at everyday prices.
Siam Corner Restaurant
Casual, budget-friendly Thai restaurant in central Chiang Rai, open daily from noon until late.
Book’s Cafe & Bistro Chiangrai
A laid-back garden bistro and live music venue in central Chiang Rai, open afternoons through late night.
Khao Tom Jor Charoenchai
A casual Chiang Rai local favourite serving comforting Thai rice soup at budget-friendly prices.
Cabbages & Condoms
A socially conscious restaurant in Chiang Rai that pairs quality dining with a community awareness mission.
Melt In Your Mouth
Upscale Chiang Rai dining spot open daily, offering a refined break from street food.
FoodPark
Budget-friendly food court inside Central Chiang Rai mall, serving a wide variety of Thai dishes from around 30–70 THB.
Big C Supercenter Chiang Rai 1
Chiang Rai's oldest hypermarket, offering supermarket shopping, a food plaza, and everyday services under one roof.
Leelawadee Chiang Rai Restaurant
Dinner-only Thai restaurant in central Chiang Rai with open-air seating, live music, and authentic northern Thai cooking.
@Waterside Chiangrai
Riverside Thai restaurant on the Kok River with live music, evening-only hours, and a relaxed open-air atmosphere.
De Lanna Riverfront Café & Restaurant
Spacious riverside café and restaurant in central Chiang Rai serving Thai, Chinese, and Western food.
Lalitta Café
A fairytale-themed garden café in Chiang Rai with waterfalls, koi ponds, and Thai food daily.
Lanmanee Food Court
A bustling food court beside Chiang Rai's White Temple, offering affordable Thai dishes and fresh fruit shakes.
Laemcharoen Seafood Central Chiangrai
A well-known seafood chain restaurant inside Central Chiang Rai mall, offering a broad Thai seafood menu.
Lulum Restaurant Chiang Rai
Authentic northern Thai cuisine on the river in central Chiang Rai, open daily for lunch and early dinner.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best restaurants & food in Chiang Rai?
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How many restaurants & food are in Chiang Rai?
Our directory includes a growing collection of verified restaurants & food in Chiang Rai. Use the filters to narrow by price range or minimum rating to find exactly what you're looking for.
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.