KAO.PIAK.SEN
Hand-pulled rice noodles in slow-cooked broth, from half five in the morning until the pot runs dry.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 05:30–18:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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.
Details
- Phone
- +66 81 739 2247
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Kao piak sen is the whole point here, and it's the reason people keep coming back. Soft, slightly chewy rice noodles, pulled by hand, sitting in a broth that's had hours to come together. It's a Lao dish with deep roots in Isan, and it's the kind of thing you eat without talking much until the bowl's empty.
The place sits on a quiet soi off Srisuk in Mak Khaeng, and it's a working noodle shop rather than anything dressed up for visitors. Plastic-chair territory. Prices land at mid-range by Udon standards, which in practice means nobody's going to feel the dent. My advice is to go early. Doors open at 05:30 and the crowd that turns up at dawn knows exactly what it's doing, and popular items at places like this have a habit of running out well before the shutters come down at 18:00.
If you want breakfast that tells you something about where you are, this beats anything your hotel is putting out.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After KAO.PIAK.SEN, round out your day in Udon Thani with contrasting stops nearby.
20 20 Srisuk Soi 4, Tambon Mak Khaeng, Amphoe Mueang Udon Thani, Chang Wat Udon Thani 41000, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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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KAO.PIAK.SEN: Frequently Asked Questions
Is KAO.PIAK.SEN worth visiting?
KAO.PIAK.SEN holds a 4.5★ rating from 2,134 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Udon Thani.
What are the opening hours of KAO.PIAK.SEN?
KAO.PIAK.SEN is typically open 05:30–18:00 — 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 KAO.PIAK.SEN?
KAO.PIAK.SEN is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Udon Thani.
When is the best time to visit KAO.PIAK.SEN?
The best months to visit Udon Thani are December – February (Red Lotus Sea blooms Dec–Feb), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January (lotus season weekends) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (peak heat).
Where is KAO.PIAK.SEN located?
KAO.PIAK.SEN is at 20 20 Srisuk Soi 4, Tambon Mak Khaeng, Amphoe Mueang Udon Thani, Chang Wat Udon Thani 41000, Thailand, in Udon Thani. Getting around Udon Thani: Songthaews on numbered city routes (฿10–15); Grab and metered taxis in the city.
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