Paak Dang Riverside Restaurant

A gem by the river in Chiang Mai. The most amazing food during our trip here. Fresh, generous and tasty. A varied Thai menu. Nothing was average at this lovely establishment. The beautiful property, river view, perfect music, delicious menu and amazing+warm service. One of the best we’ve had. Thank you for a lovely dinner!

Service was good, atmosphere was alright, but food was rather disappointing. The rib-eye beef steak tasted good, but already cold when it got to my table, which meant I didn’t have the temp I had ordered. The stir-fried morning glory was similarly cold with quite an underwhelming seasoning. The massaman curry did not pass the taste test. If it’s flavour you’re looking for, not sure if this is it. But ambience, well, perhaps.

ร้านอาหารปากแดง is a charming spot with a cozy atmosphere. The food is flavorful and well-prepared, offering authentic local tastes that are sure to please. The staff is friendly and attentive, making the dining experience even more enjoyable. It’s a great place to visit if you’re in the area, whether you’re looking for a casual meal or a spot to relax with friends. Highly recommend giving them a try!

A beautiful restaurant sat by the riverside with a view of an ancient temple across the river. We came in a group and had a wonderful time here with the owner, Ms Lim. This restaurant is operated with a vision... a big heart to help the needed and bringing them right on track. The food is good, especially the big BBQ river prawn is a must to try.

Paak Dang Riverside Restaurant is a charming spot in Chiang Mai that offers not just a meal, but a memorable dining experience by the Ping River. The restaurant’s warm and welcoming ambiance perfectly complements its picturesque riverside setting, making it an ideal choice for a relaxed evening. Paak Dang specializes in fresh seafood dishes and authentic Thai flavors, with highlights like their signature grilled river prawns and zesty tom yum soup. Tip: Book a table by the river for stunning views, especially during sunset. It’s a great spot, offering delicious food with a heartwarming cause.

The definition of dinning with a view, excellent atmosphere and customer service. Food tasted authentic and definitely satisfy my Thai food cravings. The prawn cakes are definitely a must get as well as the fried rice. Indubitably coming back to try the other dishes I have yet to order 10/10 :)

Paak Dang serves one of the best Thai food in Chiang Mai. Food was authentic and full of flavours and reasonably priced for the quality. Every dish we ordered was aroy mak mak! Service staff provided excellent service. They were friendly and attentive. The restaurant has a beautiful view of the Ping river & you feel the tranquility of the place the moment you step in. A must go restaurant when in Chiang Mai.

We recently dined here during Loy Krathong, and while the location is great and the restaurant supports a wonderful cause, we felt it was overpriced for what was served. The menu offers Thai food at Singapore prices, but the quality didn’t quite justify the cost. The highlight of the meal was the steamed fish with lemons, flavourful and nicely presented. The fried prawn cakes with a small side of pomelo salad were also enjoyable. Unfortunately, the other dishes didn’t impress. Their specialty: giant river prawns, are quite expensive (1690B for two prawns) and at least one arrived overcooked - leaving the meat dried out and a bit tough. The Miang Kham lacked flavour and didn’t include chilies or other option to spice it up. The ribeye was rather fatty, the presentation indifferent, and with too little Jim Jow (dipping sauce), even after requesting more. The service started off very attentive, but as the evening went on, it became less consistent. Despite the restaurant only being about half full, the owner seemed stressed and dismissive when we wanted to ask some questions before ordering the food, which left us feeling somewhat unwelcome. Overall, while there were some good moments, the meal didn’t live up to our expectations, especially at this price point.