Koyi Chicken Rice — Restaurant in Chiang Mai Province

I've been there more than 10 times. This is one of my go to place for lunch, especially if I want to avoid spicy food. The rice tastes amazing and for me that's what makes all the difference. The rice has a delicate floral flavour. In the chicken and rice game all the credit is usually given to the chicken, and it seems that most places don't really care providing anything more than the rice cooked by the rice cooker. The chicken and the chicken dipping sauce taste good too. Their fried chicken is delicious. I love to mix the boiled and the fried chicken to keep my lunch healthy and still enjoy those crunchy bites. The auntie at the counter is nice and will easily get you to smile. She'll remember you if you come multiple times and she'll make sure that the staff don't forget you because you cannot place the order as thai people do, writing you order down on a piece of paper. The place is well managed in spite of the customers lining up at lunch (I know they also supply hotels and other private customers, so they are more than busy). If you want to avoid the crowds, go there early (before 12:15), or late (after 1:30). The place looks like a proper restaurant, and for 35 or 45 baths (depending of the size of your plate) you rarely get such a nice setting. There might be no better value for money for chicken and rice...

If you’re looking for a quick, tasty, and affordable meal in Chiang Mai, Koyi Chicken Rice is the perfect spot.

The food comes out almost instantly, making it ideal for travelers on the go.

The mix plate is a must-try — you get both the tender steamed chicken and the crispy fried chicken on one dish, simple yet full of flavor.

The restaurant is clean and welcoming, with a local vibe that makes the experience feel authentic but still comfortable for tourists.

With its reasonable prices and delicious food, it’s excellent value for money.

Highly recommended for anyone wanting to enjoy a true local favorite...

When I was ordering, there was a menu at the entrance. I pointed to the photo on the menu and said to the waitress, "I want this." The waiter asked me to write down the dish name, but I didn't know what the dish in the photo was called. I kept pointing to the photo on the menu and explaining to her in English, "I don't know the name of this dish, what is it called?" She was getting really impatient and didn't respond to me! She just kept repeating a sentence in English, asking me to write it down! It was such a terrible...