🍚 Best Khao Niaw in Chiang Mai, TH

The staple glutinous sticky rice of the north, traditionally served in a small woven bamboo container called a 'kratip'.

4 top-rated spots found

Khao Niaw Mamuang Pa Nee (Mae Mani)

Khao Niaw Mamuang (Mango Sticky Rice)
Thai Dessert · $ · Old City
★★★★½ 4.6
250 reviews
Local LegendHidden GemClassic
9.5
Flavor
8.5
Value
6
Vibe

The rice is soaked to perfection, never mushy, with a rich coconut cream balance that locals consider the city's gold standard.

📍 159 Chotana Rd, Sri Phum, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200 · View on Maps

SP Chicken

Khao Niaw (Sticky Rice) with Rotisserie Chicken
Northern Thai · $ · Old City
★★★★½ 4.4
1,850 reviews
ClassicMust-VisitMichelin Bib Gourmand
9
Flavor
9
Value
7
Vibe

The gold standard for traditional steaming; each grain is distinct, chewy, and served in traditional hand-woven baskets.

📍 9/1 Samlan Rd, Phra Sing, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200 · View on Maps

Midnight Fried Chicken (Gai Tod Kam Tieng)

Khao Niaw with Fried Chicken and Nam Prik
Street Food · $ · Wat Ket
★★★★☆ 4.3
920 reviews
Local LegendLate NightHidden Gem
9.2
Flavor
9.5
Value
7.5
Vibe

The ultimate late-night comfort; the rice is served warm and acts as the perfect sponge for their legendary spicy green chili dip.

📍 139 Bamrung Rat Rd, Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50000 · View on Maps

Cherng Doi Roast Chicken

Khao Niaw (Sticky Rice)
Northern Thai · $ · Nimman
★★★★½ 4.4
1,400 reviews
ClassicGarden VibeInstagrammable
8.8
Flavor
8.5
Value
8.5
Vibe

Consistently fluffy and fragrant, providing the ideal textural contrast to their famous crispy-skin roast chicken.

📍 2/8 Sukhumvit Soi 11, Suthep, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50200 · View on Maps

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