John's Place Tapae Gate — Restaurant in Chiang Mai Province

I had high expectations visiting John's Place in Chiang Mai, hoping to savour authentic Thai cuisine, but unfortunately, it was a deeply disappointing experience.

The Khao Soi, which is a staple and beloved local dish, was poorly prepared and lacked the rich, balanced flavours one would expect. The minced pork with basil leaves, a classic, was mediocre at best—something I've tasted better even at non-Thai eateries. The coconut curry was especially disappointing—it was so diluted that it felt like a watered-down version of what it should have been.

It's baffling that such iconic dishes could be mishandled so badly in a city known for its culinary heritage. I don’t enjoy leaving negative reviews, but this experience was truly unacceptable. For anyone looking for an authentic Thai food experience, I’d recommend exploring...

What on earth are other reviewers talking about claiming the staff is so friendly and great? We were ignored the entire time while a group of 4 women were preoccupied doing god knows what behind the bar. If you want subpar food that takes five million years to come out and no one to refill your drink the entire time you sit there (even after you ask) then waste your money on this place. I’ve literally never had to wait for food this long in my entire life (almost two hours for one Chinese soup and one pad Thai), and it wasn’t even good. And no, the wait wasn’t because they were busy. The place...

It's a little delightful restaurant next to the old walls of Chiang Mai. It has various tables outside and inside, an enormous TV (if you are keen on sports) and fans around the room to cool it down. It offers a wide variety of dishes (for example, the traditional Kao Soi), which are all extremely delicious, tasty and abundant. They are affordable too. Together with the food, there are also many different beverages (alcohol, smoothies and others). The staff is always available, gentle and ready to satisfy you. I absolutely suggest you try this place if you are...