Cook Chai Dim Sum — Restaurant in Songkhla Province

Visited Cook Chai Dim Sum during my trip to Hatyai and it was truly one of the highlights when it comes to local breakfast experiences. This spot is very popular, not only among tourists but also locals, which already tells you a lot about its reputation. If you are visiting Hatyai, this place is often mentioned as a must-try breakfast stop, and after dining here, I can see why.

The staff are friendly and attentive, despite the busyness of the restaurant. Even when the place was quite packed, the service still felt smooth and efficient, which is impressive considering the constant flow of customers.

The environment is lively and bustling, and while it can feel a little crowded at times, it is still comfortable enough for dining. In fact, the busy atmosphere adds to the charm of the place, giving you a sense of the local dining culture in Hatyai.

When it comes to food, there are a lot of varieties to choose from. The selection of dim sum is wide, ranging from steamed buns, dumplings, siu mai, har gao, and many other small plates that are fun to try and share. The food taste is decent—nothing overly fancy, but tasty and satisfying, especially for a casual breakfast. The food portion matches the price, so you get good value for what you pay. The pricing is reasonable, which makes it easy to try a little bit of everything without worrying too much about the bill.

What makes this place even more special is that other than dim sum, you can also order bak kut teh. Having a hot clay pot of herbal soup alongside a spread of dim sum gives you a hearty and unique breakfast combination that you don’t often find elsewhere. It’s definitely worth trying if you want to experience something beyond the usual dim sum.

Overall, I would say Cook Chai Dim Sum is an essential stop if you’re in Hatyai. It combines good food, fair prices, and an authentic local experience. The mix of locals and tourists dining together makes the atmosphere unique, and it gives you the feeling that you’re eating where everyone in town comes for breakfast. Definitely worth visiting at least once...

CookChai Dimsum is a lively and authentic dim sum restaurant that captures both the heart and flavor of Southern Thailand’s food culture. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels warm and bustling, with families, friends, and locals enjoying their meals together in a casual setting. The interior is simple yet full of character, decorated with traditional photos, bright signs, and the unmistakable aroma of freshly steamed dim sum.

The highlight here is, of course, the dim sum itself. Steaming bamboo baskets filled with classic selections such as siu mai and har gow arrive hot and flavorful, with generous fillings and a satisfying texture. Beyond dim sum, the restaurant offers impressive hot dishes. The herbal pork soup served in a clay pot is rich, aromatic, and deeply comforting, blending Chinese herbs with tender meat and mushrooms. Another standout is the sizzling hot plate dish packed with minced pork, mushrooms, and chilies, which delivers both spice and bold flavor. Pairing this with the crispy golden egg omelet creates a balance of textures that complements the meal perfectly.

Service is friendly and efficient, even with the busy crowd, and prices are very reasonable for the generous portions. Overall, CookChai Dimsum is not just a place to eat but an experience that celebrates traditional Chinese-Thai flavors. It’s highly recommended for anyone looking for a hearty breakfast or brunch...

This restaurant offers its visitors Chinese cuisine. You can share perfectly cooked fried fish, Dim sum and pork soup with your friends and have a nice time here. Don't miss the opportunity to try great tea. The staff is friendly and the service is good. Here you will pay the prices same as local.

You can often see long queue and you need to take a number first before you can take a seat. Once they called out your number, they will give you two papers with your number and they will informed you where your table. We love how they manage the crowd professionally.

Once you get your number, pick up your tray and pick your dim sum. There are dozens of varieties of dim sum available here. In Hatyai, the dim sum restaurants will cook per order.

Dim sum at Chok Dee starts from THB 20 each basket. You can see the size is slightly smaller which is common in Hatyai.

The taste of the dim sum here is pretty good in our opinion. Their dim sum is fresh and the taste overall is good. They offer sweet sauce in red color which is different than the ones...