Northern Flavours
Khao soi crowned with crispy shallots, sai ua herbal sausage and sticky rice from bamboo baskets. Chiang Mai eats northern Thai.
Hosted by one of our Chiang Mai tastemakers
Experience hosted by Moui, Aim & other local tastemaker guides
What you can expect
Chiang Mai food tour - Don’t follow the herd… Hop on board and enjoy this unique food tour with us in one of Chiang Mai’s famous rod daeng trucks. Delve into the history behind Northern Thai food and the influence Burmese cuisine has had on the region with your foodie guide. She knows the Chiang Mai food scene like the back of her hand and will lead you away from the crowds on the most exciting food tour in town.
The essentials
Destination
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Duration
3.5-4 hours
Tastings
15+ tastings
Language
English
Days of the week
Everyday
Group size
Small group up to 8 guests
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Transport
Walking tour with 7-8 stops
Included
- More tastings than any other Chiang Mai food tour
- Smallest group size in Chiang Mai
- Led by Chiang Mai tastemaker guides
- Bottled water and other drinks included
Excluded
- Alcoholic drinks
- Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded
Field archive
Route notes
Tours are subject to change depending on vendor opening hours, time of year and other factors.
Wat Lok Moli, located near the historic temples of Chiang Mai, offers visitors a chance to explore traditional Northern Thai cuisine in a culturally immersive setting.
Nestled within the bustling Muang Mai Market, Neng’s Clay Oven Roasted Pork is a beloved Chiang Mai food stop known for its succulent roasted pork, cooked to perfection in traditional clay ovens.
You’ll try
Claypot roasted chickenClaypot crispy pork bellyMixed mushroom soupSalted egg corn salad
Larb Patan Deekhom in Chiang Mai is a cherished local eatery renowned for its authentic northern Thai cuisine, particularly its laab (spicy meat salad) which draws both locals and curious travelers.
You’ll try
Water buffalo saladSpicy beef soupNorthern Thai pork curryFermented porkSticky rice basket
Siri Wattana Market, located in the heart of Chiang Mai, is a bustling hub of local flavors and culture, offering a treasure trove of authentic Thai street food delicacies.
You’ll try
Northern Thai sausageFried insectsStir fried gurmar leaf with eggPomelo with chilli saltSeasonal fruit
Field notes
Included
More tastings than any other Chiang Mai food tour, Smallest group size in Chiang Mai, Led by Chiang Mai tastemaker guides, and Bottled water and other drinks included.
Not included
Alcoholic drinks and Pick up and drop off from hotel excluded.
Meeting point
Yaowarat. Your guide will meet you at the exit ten minutes before departure; a WhatsApp thread lands in your inbox within an hour of booking.
Good to know
Rain or shine, this tour still runs. Vegetarians are catered for with substitutions; the route isn't suitable for wheelchairs.
Dietary honesty
Vegetarian works with some substitutions. Gluten-free means several tastings are omitted. Vegan isn't recommended for this particular tour.
Cancellation
Reserve now, pay later. Cancel any time up to 24 hours before departure at no charge; after that, the booking is non-refundable.
Meet your tastemakers
Moui
Waraporn T
Moui leads this tour in Chiang Mai — one of our chef-guides on the ground. Ask them anything: they've spent years finding the counters, kitchens and stalls behind the door.
Meeting point
Where the tour starts (and ends).
Wat Lok Moli
298/1 Manee Nopparat Rd, ตำบล ศรีภูมิ อำเภอ เมืองเชียงใหม่ Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Reviews
Alyssa
Airbnb
“"Aim was awesome! Took us to a lot of great spots we wouldn’t have tried otherwise. Everything ran smoothly and we got some delicious food."”
20/11/25
Peter
Airbnb
“"Would definitely recommend! Only criticism was that we didn’t have but 5 minutes at the market."”
20/11/25
Guest
“A really good introduction to northern Thai food. This was a really good introduction to northern Thai food. Indy was our guide, and made sure that the group did not go home hungry. The whole experience was enjoyable and interesting, and she also took the time to send us a full list the following day of everything we tasted, always helpful when you've had twenty different dishes put in front of you.”
19/11/25
Guest
“Amazing experience Amazing food in authentic and not too well known places. Learned also a lot about history and culture thanks to the excellent guide.”
19/11/25
Boson
Airbnb
“Nice tour to learn about Northern Thai cuisine. A lot of great local food and try out food that I never thought I would eat.”
16/11/25
Cheyenne
Airbnb
“"Great food tour - highly recommend!"”
16/11/25
Joel
Airbnb
“great tour! had a lot of fun, good food, learned, and left full.”
16/11/25
Emily Hunt
“This was such an interesting tour with a wide selection of dishes that broadened my understanding of Thai cuisine. I really liked the bus ride aspect that meant we were going to places that I may not have found myself. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to sample Thai food. But come hungry. I promise you that is a key point!!”
14/11/25
Tan
Airbnb
“"Our guide, Miss moui, is very knowledgable, she has told us every story behind food she brought us to, from history to culture. The food location she brought us would not be easily accessible to usual foreign visitors, truly a local gem."”
14/11/25
Guest
Airbnb
“"Great food"”
14/11/25
Mike Marszewski
“Entertaining and informative evening out Good value for money. Our tour guide was great. She did a fantastic job of explaining what we were going to be experiencing and giving us local history at the same time. There was TONS of food. So don’t eat anything before coming. We really enjoyed most of the offerings.”
12/11/25
Guest
“Food tasting extravaganza Great guide and tour. Tried various dishes. Plenty of food so bring your appetite. We moved around in a baht bus to 5 different spots including some renown spots.”
12/11/25
Joseph Coppola
“Knowledgeable and plenty of food This was a great experience. We did this tour on the 2nd day we arrived so that we could have great places to come back to for more complete meals. Everything was small portions so we could try 20 different foods. Try and pace yourself because you'll be eating sooo much. Highly recommended and the tour guide was great and knowledgeable about a lot of things. There was some light walking but we mostly took a red bus from place to place.”
11/11/25
Guest
“Great for solo travelers A great introduction to Northern cuisine, especially if you don’t know where to start. These tours are especially great for solo travelers, since you get to try many dishes, while alone you might be able to try one. Aim, the guide, was very knowledgeable and was very excited to share her knowledge with us.”
11/11/25
Joanna Kurcinska
“Amazing experience - you don't want to miss it :) They are simply amazing. I did this tour in Bangkok and Chiang Mai - both were absolutely fantastic. Full of flavours, interesting info, delicious food that you'd probably not find out yourself. Recommend to all food lovers!”
11/11/25
Guest
“Well worth it! Ami our guide was excellent—knowledgeable and friendly. She made the experience a worthwhile one, introducing us to cuisines and locations we would not likely tried on our own.”
11/11/25
Guest
“very friendly, sympathetic and skilled guide (Muay) highly recommended culinary tour for anyone who would like to try out thai food beyond pad thai, pad kraw pao, green curry, etc.”
11/11/25
Svetlana
Airbnb
“"Everything was very good, but we didn't have time to communicate with each other, so the group didn't even have time to talk to the other participants. Otherwise, it was incredibly delicious, especially the chicken and pork in clay pots."”
09/11/25
Sarah
Airbnb
“"Great tour I loved AIM she was wonderful! Thanks for all the unique food spots and showing us authentic dishes. Also enjoyed having the transportation!"”
08/11/25
Guest
Airbnb
“"The guide was very friendly, explained a lot about Thai food and culture, made us feel comfortable ordering more food wherever we wanted, and offered us bottles of water the whole time. It was an incredible experience where I tried about 20 different things!"”
08/11/25
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