Krua Phet Doi Ngam — The Must-Visit Northern Thai Restaurant in Chiang Mai

Located along the Super Highway north of Chiang Mai city, Krua Phet Doi Ngam was featured as the very first restaurant in the 2006 guidebook "Chiang Mai Manpuku Shokudo" — described as the #1 restaurant you must visit in Chiang Mai.
The Must-Try Dish: Yam Samunprai
The one dish you absolutely cannot miss is Yam Samunprai (Fresh Herb Salad). Made with freshly picked medicinal herbs — raw white turmeric, lemongrass, cilantro, shallots, and lime juice — combined with nuts, sesame, dried shrimp, and fried onions. Sweet, spicy, and sour flavors dance together in perfect harmony.
Outstanding Northern Thai Classics
- Gaeng Hang Lay — The signature Northern Thai curry with slow-braised pork
- Tom Saep Moo — Isaan-style sour and spicy pork offal soup
Despite the exceptional quality, prices are surprisingly affordable. A Japanese menu is available for easy ordering.
Best Enjoyed with a Group
HATAGO often brings guests here for dinner. With a larger group, you can order more dishes to share.
Getting There
Located along the Super Highway, easily accessible by Grab taxi — about 15 minutes from HATAGO.
Restaurant Info
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Name | Krua Phet Doi Ngam |
| Cuisine | Northern Thai |
| Must-try | Yam Samunprai, Gaeng Hang Lay, Tom Saep Moo |
| Japanese Menu | Available |
| Budget | ~200-400 THB per person |
| Google Map | View Map |


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