Chiang Mai has to be ranked high for the most delicious, most affordable vegan food across the globe. The vegan spots in Chiang Mai are AMAZING & widely available in all different price ranges.
Want a 50 baht vegan Khao Soi, or a 250 baht gourmet vegan pizza? Chiang Mai has both! I started eating almost a full vegetarian and vegan diet due to the awesome, affordable options here. I felt healthier and better about the impact I leave on the world.
The veggie scene in Chiang Mai taught me to love tofu! I was one of the people who thought it was so gross, that is until I had it smothered in a peanut curry. The creative veggie-lovin’ Thai chefs also surprised me with delicious ‘meat-like’ options such as mushrooms and soy.
Before moving to Chiang Mai I ate a lot of meat. I didn’t particularly love the taste, and I also always felt a little weird about consuming animals. BUT that’s what was culturally normal in my home, so that’s what I did. No shade to meat eaters, I still occasionally eat chicken and fish.
But if you’re looking for some healthier options in the awesome city of Chiang Mai, then consider my favorite restaurants below. The right way to travel through Thailand is to eat through Thailand!
Top 10 Best Vegan Spots in Chiang Mai
Let’s dive into my favorite restaurants that are either all vegetarian / vegan, or have great vegan options on the menu.
#1: May Kaidee
Coming in at the #1 spot in the list (& in my heart) is May Kaidee located in the old city. This is my FAVORITE Thai restaurant in Chiang Mai, period. Serve me the steamed noodles with curry peanut sauce on my death bed, for real.
It’s a family-owned vegetarian spot that cooks every dish to order with the freshest ingredients. I often see them leave for the market for more ingredients when they run out. The veggies are soooo freaking good. This is the place that made me like tofu! Most dishes are between 70-100 baht.
My favorite dishes:
-Steamed noodles with curry peanut sauce
-Red curry w/rice
-Khao Haw Sarai (Sushi rice rolls)
-Banana flower salad
-Pumpkin hummus
-Pancake with fruit
-Coconut iced coffee
Tip: They also offer a Thai cooking class if you’re interested in a veggie culinary experience, which I’d HIGHLY recommend!
#2: Kinphak Vegan Cafe
Drumroll please …. Kinphak vegan cafe is the ICONIC 50-baht vegan Khao Soi spot in Santitham. If I lived closer I’d eat here every freaking day. The dishes are so cheap & the menu is fully vegan, run by sweet Thai locals.
They even have a vegan smoothie stand where you can get the most delicious cocoa coconut drinks. Every menu item is between 40-60 baht.
My favorite dishes:
-Khao Soi
-Shitake mushrooms w/ rice
-Tea leaf salad
-Cocoa coconut drink
#3: Payod Shan
A sister restaurant to Kinphak, Payod Shan is an amazing vegetarian Burmese restaurant in the old city. Expand your palate & try Burmese dishes! Everything is super cheap, ~50-80 baht.
My favorite dishes:
-Tea leaf salad !!
-Shan noodles
-Fried tofu
-Cocoa coconut drink
#4: Rad Rabbit
If you’re looking for really good vegan western food (especially pizza), definitely test out Rad Rabbit in the old city. The vibes are really cute & aesthetic, & the vegan cheese on the pizza is the best I’ve ever tried! Also, the gnocchi is sooooo freaking delicious & fresh.
There’s also a huge menu with lots of variety, including pasta, sandwiches, appetizers, & desserts. ALL VEGAN! All dishes are ~150-300 baht, but you can make it cheaper by splitting with a friend.
My favorite dishes:
-Farm villa pizza
-Gnocchi pesto & marinara
-Cauliflower wings
-‘Chicken’ tenders
Tip: Rad Rabbit also offers a vegan Thai cooking class!!
#5: Alchemy Vegan
A healthy, authentic vegan spot a little outside the old city, Alchemy Vegan is my go-to for a good lunch. Most dishes are ~150-250 baht.
Their paninis are soooooo good! I don’t know how they get the sourdough bread so nice & cripsy but it’s super yummy & I always feel so healthy after dining here.
Also, their vegan desserts like homemade churros & cakes are to-die-for! I especially love them as a lactose-intolerant girlie, because they don’t use any dairy products, which is hard to find in good desserts.
My favorite dishes:
-Mustard cheese panini
-Greek wrap
-Churros
-Carmel cheesecake
#6: Imjai Vegan
A delicious vegan spot located in Nimman, I love Imjai Vegan for a healthy, quick meal. The owner Smile is a gem of a human being, & her service always puts me in a good mood 🙂
She runs a small lil spot with many vegan Thai options, ~30-50 baht each! Super cheap & wonderful service. Go support Smile if you’re a veggie lover!
(**there’s another location inside the Maya Mall fyi**)
My favorite dishes:
-Vegan burger
-Rice noodle roll
-Tom yum noodle soup
#7: 86 Ramen
My friend recently showed me this hole-in-the-wall 86 Ramen spot in Nimman, & wow was I so impressed that I went back the next day lol! The restaurant isn’t fully vegan but the vegan ramen (using oat milk) is soooo freaking yummy.
The vibes are so chill & cute, it’s an authentic ramen spot, … & even better that it’s veggie-friendly!
Get the spicy garlic vegan ramen for 179 baht. It’s so filling & absolutely delicious. I could drink the broth all darn day, & the noodles are homemade and addicting.
My favorite dish:
-Spicy garlic vegan ramen
#8: Salsa Kitchen
My favorite Mexican spot in Chiang Mai, Salsa Kitchen, has excellent vegan options to fulfill your taco cravings while here in Thailand. There are two locations but I usually go to the one in Nimman. Most dishes are a bit pricey, ~200-350 baht. But the portions are huge and super filling.
The vegan cheese on the nachos is really really good! & they add so many other toppings & salsas that it’s just as good as the non-vegan version.
My favorite dishes:
-Vegan nachos
-Breaded cauliflower tacos
-Vegan burrito
#9: Aum Vegetarian
Located a little outside the old city, Aum Vegetarian is a cute locally-run veggie restaurant that has great Thai food.
The seating area upstairs overlooks a temple & you can sit on a comfy pillow, listening to the wind chimes move as you eat your food. It’s really relaxing & vibey. Most dishes are ~90-150 baht. They have delicious, fresh drinks as well.
My favorite dishes:
-Pad Thai
-Green curry
-Mint lemonade
#10: Hummus Chiang Mai
Last but DEFINITELY not least, Hummus Chiang Mai is a vegetarian authentic Middle Eastern spot that is probably my favorite restaurant in Chiang Mai.
The dishes are so fresh, so delicious, so filling! The restaurant space in the old city is a wonderful dining experience, since the restaurant is always bustling & people are in a good mood.
Most dishes are ~150-250 baht, but this is a great place for ordering a bunch of things & sharing with friends.
My favorite dishes:
-Avocado hummus
-Falafels
-Roasted cauliflower
-Roasted potato wedges
-House salad
-Pita pocket sanwhich
Wrapping Up
Whew! I’m actually hungry after writing out this list lol. We are BLESSED with vegan spots in Chiang Mai. Here, we have fresh, healthy, diverse, and delicious vegetarian cuisine options! Even if you aren’t vegetarian or vegan, these restaurants are great food options due to the quality & health aspects.
GTG to one of these vegan spots in Chiang Mai, catch ya next time!
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