Thailand Guide

Nimman Tomato Chili Dip in Chiang Mai น้ำพริกอ่อง

Nam prik ong is a northern relish of minced pork and tomato, milder than a roasted green-chili dip. Tong Tem Toh on Nimman Lane 13 is the open-air room for it, running 08:00 to 22:30.

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Nimman Tomato Chili Dip in Chiang Mai

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Thaiน้ำพริกอ่อง · nam phrik ong
PricePrice not posted; ask first
RoomTong Tem Toh, Nimman Soi 13
Clock08:00 to 22:30

What it tastes like

  • Tomato, minced pork, and a gentle chili, with rice or vegetables.

How to order it

  • Thai name: nam phrik ong (น้ำพริกอ่อง).
  • Say: Khor nam phrik ong, khrap/kha.
  • Ask for the tomato dip with vegetables. Go before 18:00 if you do not want a Nimman queue. The room runs 08:00 to 22:30.

Typical price

  • 2026 cash: Price not posted; ask first.

Where to try it

  • Tong Tem Toh, 11 Nimmana Haeminda Lane 13, Suthep, Chiang Mai 50200. 08:00 to 22:30. Price not posted; ask first. Skip this, go here: skip the Nimman queue after 18:00. Huen Phen on Ratchamankha sells the same tomato relish with vegetables for 80 THB, with a break from 16:30 to 17:00.

Spice level and diet

  • Heat: Medium.
  • Diet: Chili. Ask before you assume the tray is vegan.

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Common questions

How much should I budget?
Ask for the tomato dip when you order. No current price is posted. If you want a posted set, Huen Phen sells nam prik ong with vegetables for 80 THB.
When should I go?
The room runs 08:00 to 22:30. Arrive before 18:00 if you want a table without a lane queue.