Is this the same as Chiang Mai khao soi?

Same family. This is the Chiang Rai town bowl. Do not skip lunch for a temple van snack.

Named rooms close mid-afternoon. A 21:00 coconut curry on a tourist menu is a different dish.

Khao Soi in Chiang Rai ข้าวซอย

Khao soi is northern coconut curry noodles. Khao Soi Phor Jai is the named Chiang Rai lunch bowl, not a 21:00 tourist pot.

Chiang Rai50 to 80 THBkhao soi Thai food hub

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Thaiข้าวซอย · khao soi

Price50 to 80 THB

RoomKhao Soi Phor Jai, Banphaprakan

Clock08:00 to 15:00

What it tastes like

Coconut curry, pickled mustard, and a fried-noodle nest. Chicken or beef.

How to order it

Thai name: khao soi (ข้าวซอย).
Say: Khor khao soi kai, khrap/kha.
Lunch. Be there before 14:00.

Typical price

2026 cash: 50 to 80 THB.

Where to try it

Khao Soi Phor Jai (ข้าวซอยพ่อใจ), 358/10 Banphaprakan Rd, Rop Wiang, Mueang Chiang Rai 57000. 08:00 to 15:00; confirm the rest day the morning you go. 50 to 80 THB. Town lunch room near the clock tower grid. Not a White Temple canteen.

Spice level and diet

Heat: Medium. The condiment tray adds heat.
Diet: Egg noodle and usually chicken. Not vegan.

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Common questions

Is this the same as Chiang Mai khao soi?: Same family. This is the Chiang Rai town bowl. Do not skip lunch for a temple van snack.
Dinner khao soi?: Named rooms close mid-afternoon. A 21:00 coconut curry on a tourist menu is a different dish.