'Hammered' grilled beef or pork that is pounded until the fibers are tender and served with a spicy galangal dip.
3 top-rated spots found
Pa Daeng Jin Tup
Jin Tup (Sledgehammer Pounded Beef)
Northern Thai (Lanna)
· $
· San Sai
★★★★½ 4.6
245 reviews
Local LegendHidden GemInstagrammableMust-Visit
9.8
Flavor
9.2
Value
8.8
Vibe
This is the definitive 'Jin Tup' experience made famous by culinary icons like Andy Ricker and Mark Wiens. The rhythmic thud of Uncle Woot's sledgehammer tenderizing slow-grilled beef flank creates an atmosphere that is as much a performance as it is a meal. The beef is smoky, intensely savory, and surprisingly tender despite its jerky-like appearance.
📍 11, San Sai Luang, San Sai District, Chiang Mai 50210, Thailand · View on Maps
Jin Tup Lung Ngern
Jin Tup (Traditional Pounded Beef)
Northern Thai
· $
· San Kamphaeng
★★★★½ 4.4
130 reviews
ClassicLocal LegendAuthentic
9.5
Flavor
9.6
Value
6.5
Vibe
Located in the heart of the San Kamphaeng beef-producing district, Lung Ngern is a purist's choice. It lacks the international fame of Pa Daeng but is revered by locals for its consistent quality and traditional marinade. It's a no-frills roadside shack where the focus is entirely on the quality of the cattle and the precision of the grill.
📍 San Kamphaeng-Mae On Rd, San Kamphaeng, Chiang Mai 50130, Thailand · View on Maps
Laap Ton Yang
Jin Tup with Nam Prik Kha
Northern Thai
· $
· San Phisuea
★★★★☆ 4.3
820 reviews
ClassicLocal FavoriteMichelin Recommended
9.1
Flavor
8.9
Value
7.8
Vibe
While famous for its 'Laap' (minced meat salad), this Michelin-recognized institution serves a top-tier Jin Tup that is more accessible than the roadside shacks. The vibe is bustling and communal, filled with Thai families and office workers. Their Jin Tup is known for being slightly thicker and meatier, providing a satisfying chew.
📍 Somphot Chiang Mai 700 Pi Rd, San Phisuea, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand · View on Maps