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Chiang Mai

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Chiang Mai is the heart of Lanna cooking, a cuisine distinct from the sweet coconut curries of the south. The food here is defined by earthy herbs, bitter notes, and a signature fermented funk. Sticky rice is the staple starch that holds every meal together in small bamboo baskets. Influences from Myanmar and China have shaped the city's unique spice profiles over centuries. Travelers will find a vibrant market culture where food is shared communally in high energy settings.

Local tip

Always remember that sticky rice is eaten by hand, not with utensils. You should roll it into small balls to scoop up the spicy dips. Northern Thai food is generally spicier and more bitter than Central Thai food. Don't be afraid to try the fermented fish and pork dishes as they are local specialties. Most traditional food stalls close early, so plan your dinner before 8 PM.

Khao Soi Khun Yai

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Huen Muan Jai

SantithamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Mae Sai

SantithamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Mae Manee

North SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Arak

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Lam Duan Fa Ham

Fa HamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Islam

Charoen PrathetA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Samer Jai

Fa HamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Nimman

NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao-So-i

Nimman/Chang MoiA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Mr. KAI Restaurant

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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CHARMM Bistro & Gallery

Sri PhumA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Loong Surin

SantithamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Huen Phen

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Soi in a local setting.

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Siri-Wattana Market

North SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Kinlum Kindee

San KamphaengA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Sai Ua La Wan

University AreaA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Krua Phech Doi Ngam

Mahidol RoadA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Han Teung Chiang Mai

University AreaA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Tong Tem Toh

NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Krua Lawng Khao

Mae RimA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Somphet Market Stalls

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Gao Makham

South SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Kiti Panit

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Huan Soontaree

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Lumdee Te Khuadang

San SaiA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sai Ua in a local setting.

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Mae Hia Fresh Market

South SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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Chang Phueak Gate Market Stalls

North GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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The House by Ginger

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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Ton Phayom Market

University AreaA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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Ginger Farm Kitchen

One NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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Chiang Mai Gate Market

South GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Nam Prik Ong / Nam Prik Noom in a local setting.

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Huen Jai Yong

San KamphaengA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Gaeng Hung Lay in a local setting.

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Krua Phech Lanna

Hang DongA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Gaeng Hung Lay in a local setting.

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The Gad Lanna

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Gaeng Hung Lay in a local setting.

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Hom Dok Cafe

Near Night SafariA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Gaeng Hung Lay in a local setting.

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Pa Pom

NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Somphet Market

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Jay Mai Jumjay

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Wat Umong Side Stalls

University AreaA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Nam Ngiew Loong Pong

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Khao Soi Samerjai

Fa HamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Sanpakoi Market Stalls

East SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Khanom Jeen Pa Pom

North SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Chiang Mai Gate Night Market

South GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khanom Jeen Nam Ngiao in a local setting.

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Larb Bunker

North GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Hong Larb Santitham

SantithamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Withee Larb

East SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Laab Kai Mueang Phan Waen

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Laab Ton Yang

South SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Larb Duang Dee Mee Sook

Mae RimA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Kad Baan Hor

Night BazaarA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Larb Khua in a local setting.

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Mana Sticky Rice

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Kamphaeng Din Mango Sticky Rice

Kamphaeng DinA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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One Nimman

NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Aunty Lod’s Mango Sticky Rice

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Pa Lot’s Mango Sticky Rice

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Miss Mango

SantithamA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Sunday Ice Cream

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Bua Loy Chang Phuak

North GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Khanomthai Taibandai

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Chiang Mai Gate Market Stalls

South GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Maya Mall Basement

NimmanA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Kanom Wan Chang Moi

Chang MoiA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Ton Phayom Market Stalls

University AreaA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Sticky Rice with Mango in a local setting.

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Chiang Mai Gate Market Stall

South GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Khao Kha Moo Chang Phueak

North GateA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Khao Kha Moo Prai Sa Nee

South SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Siri-Wattana Market Stall

North SideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Somphet Market Stall

Old CityA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Warorot Market Stall

RiversideA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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Saturday Night Market Stall

Wua LaiA highly recommended spot to experience authentic Khao Kha Moo in a local setting.

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