Best Restaurants & Food in Khon Kaen

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CQK Hotpot Khon Kaen

5.0(2,186)$$$$

ชั้น G 99 เซ็นทรัล ขอนแก่น 99/1 Sri Chan Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

Chongqing-style hotpot in the mall, built for groups who want to sit and cook and talk for hours.

Hidden Gem

Food by Fire

5.0(178)$$$$

27th Floor, Ad Lib, 999 Sri Chan Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Muang, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

Rooftop fine dining on the 27th floor of Ad Lib Hotel, serving fire-cooked cuisine with sweeping Khon Kaen views.

The Globe

4.9(616)$$$$

999 ม. 4 Thanon Prachasamoson, Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

All-day dining at Khon Kaen's Avani Hotel, serving a broad menu from early morning to late evening.

Charm Kitchen

4.9(764)$$$$

95, โครงการ the wall, 2 Na Mueang Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A well-loved budget-friendly kitchen in Khon Kaen's The Wall complex, open daily for relaxed dining.

Hidden Gem

The Steak & More

4.9(148)$$$$

3, 3 Thanon Mittraphap, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

Mid-range steakhouse inside Central Khon Kaen Campus, open daily with a strong local reputation.

Hidden Gem

Gina Restaurant

4.9(76)$$$$

192, 9 Thanon Pracha Samran, Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A well-regarded budget-friendly restaurant in central Khon Kaen, open daily for long hours.

London Inn

4.9(496)

999 ม. 4 Thanon Prachasamoson, Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A highly regarded dining spot in central Khon Kaen, open daily from late morning until midnight.

En KhonKaen

4.9(504)$$$$

24 72หมู่16 Srimarat Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A highly regarded mid-range Khon Kaen restaurant open evenings, drawing consistent praise from locals and visitors alike.

Seasons 27 at Ad Lib Khon Kaen

4.8(434)

27 Floor Ad Lib Khon Kaen, 999 ถ.ศรีจันทร์ ตำบลในเมือง อำเภอเมืองขอนแก่น ขอนแก่น 40000, Thailand

Rooftop restaurant atop Ad Lib Hotel offering sweeping city views across Khon Kaen from the 27th floor.

Hidden Gem

Hayati Restaurant & steak Studio

4.8(70)$$$$

เลขที่ 140/104 ม.17 ม.ภาค, ถนน บ้านกอก ตำบลในเมือง อำเภอเมืองขอนแก่น ขอนแก่น 40000, Thailand

A well-regarded steakhouse and restaurant in Khon Kaen, open daily for lunch and dinner.

KAEN

4.8(543)$$$$

140 64 ซ. อดุลยาราม 3 Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A highly regarded evening dining destination in Khon Kaen, open nightly for dinner service.

Kaen Ground

4.8(342)$$$$

Ground Floor Ad Lib Khon Kaen, 999 Srichan Road, ตำบลในเมือง Muang, ขอนแก่น 40000, Thailand

All-day dining spot inside Ad Lib Khon Kaen hotel, open daily from 7am with mid-range prices.

White Buns Cafe & Bistro

4.8(450)$$$$

165 24 Soi Maliwan 1, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A well-regarded cafe and bistro in Khon Kaen open daily from morning to late night.

Al Dente Restaurant KhonKaen

4.7(606)$$$$

91 19 หมู่ 4 Anamai Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A well-regarded Italian restaurant in Khon Kaen serving mid-range pasta and European dishes in an evening dining setting.

Hidden Gem

The wall khonkaen family space

4.7(262)$$$$

95 12 Ruen Rom Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A family-friendly café and gathering space in Khon Kaen, open daily with a welcoming atmosphere.

Hidden Gem

NOIR Eatery & Music Bar

4.6(71)$$$$

Thanon Mittraphap, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A moody evening bar and eatery on Mittraphap Road, blending food and live music in Khon Kaen.

Hidden Gem

Boxwood Khon kean

4.5(294)$$$$

199 1 ถนน กัลปพฤกษ์ Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A well-regarded mid-range cafe and restaurant in Khon Kaen, open most days from morning to evening.

Baan Heng

4.5(1,078)$$$$

54/2 Thanon Klang Mueang, Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A budget-friendly Khon Kaen eatery open daily from early morning, serving locals and visitors alike.

Blue’s Bar Club & Restaurant Khon Kaen

4.3(323)$$$$

2, 8 Thanon Pracha Samran, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Khon Kaen, Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A laid-back bar, club, and restaurant in central Khon Kaen open daily for food and drinks.

Churos - Breakfast Food Khon Kaen

4.2(307)$$$$

94 1 Lang Mueang Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, เมือง Chang Wat Khon Kaen 40000, Thailand

A budget-friendly breakfast spot in Khon Kaen serving churros and morning bites, open daily until mid-afternoon.

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The best months for Khon Kaen are November – February, and the rainy season runs May – October.