The Chef — Restaurant in Chiang Mai Province

During my half-month stay in Chiang Mai, I discovered that the dishes at this restaurant were incredibly delicious in both taste and quality. Every dish I tried left me pleasantly surprised. From traditional Thai dishes to creatively innovative flavors, the menu here is truly impressive and often left me struggling to choose. Moreover, each dish exuded a sense of culinary artistry, allowing me to not only enjoy the food but also appreciate the unique charm of the cuisine.

In addition to the delectable dishes, the ambiance of the restaurant is also a highlight. Situated in a bustling area of Chiang Mai, yet maintaining a tranquil and elegant atmosphere, dining here was particularly comfortable and relaxing. Furthermore, the restaurant's minimalist yet tasteful decor evoked a sense of warmth and familiarity, making each visit feel like returning home.

Most importantly, both the chef and the staff were exceptionally warm and friendly. They not only treated guests with kindness but also enthusiastically recommended dishes, embodying true Thai hospitality. Whether it was the chef's exquisite culinary skills or the staff's attentive service, I couldn't help but praise and recommend this restaurant.

Overall, I frequented this restaurant every day during my time in Chiang Mai because of its delicious food, cozy ambiance, and hospitable service. My impression of this restaurant is deeply profound, and I'm sure I'll miss everything about it once I...

My wife & I went here for lunch on a Saturday. It was moderately busy, but the service was terribly slow -- it took almost 25 minutes to get our food after we ordered! That said, the food was excellent -- we had shrimp fried rice and a spicy fish soup. If the service had been quicker, I'd give it 5 stars. We will probably go back at a less busy time and if the service is better and the food just as good I will update this review.

Update: My wife & I went back to The Chef for lunch on another occasion when they weren't so busy. This time the food was still excellent and the service was too! Changing the rating to five stars. This place is kind of a hidden gem -- it looks like just another tourist eatery, but the food is much better than average. Also, it's conveniently located right across from Wat Chiang Mun. Definitely...

Clean place to grab dinner with nice decor and fast service. All the lanterns at night made the area look lovely. The seating is spacious and comfy and while we were just 2, they had longer tables and couches that could easily accommodate bigger groups.

We did not need a reservation, just walked right in around 645pm. It was relatively empty at that time.

We ordered pineapple fried rice and Pad Thai. Both tastes very clean and delicious. I mention clean because we did have a small bout with food poisoning earlier and was searching for more cleaner and less oily foods while our stomaches get better -this place was perfect for that!

Service was very fast, attentive, and efficient. Lots of menu options including both western and Thai food, and also share plates if you have...