Huan Soontaree
Huan Soontaree, owned by famous singer Soontaree Vechanon, offers authentic Northern Thai cuisine in a Lanna-style setting with nightly live music.
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Huan Soontaree
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Huan Soontaree, owned by famous singer Soontaree Vechanon, offers authentic Northern Thai cuisine in a Lanna-style setting with nightly live music.
"Experience authentic Northern Thai cuisine, live music, and a beautiful ambiance by the Ping River."
Catch the Live Music
Enjoy live performances by the owner starting around 7:30 PM during dinner hours.
Try Unique Northern Dishes
Sample specialties like grilled snakehead fish or sweet hinlay pork curry.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Northern Thai
Price
$$$
Phone
+66 83 860 8196
Address
208 ถ Pa Tan Alley, Tambon San Phi Suea, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
Website
facebook.com/huansoontareeHighlights
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Authentic Northern Thai Cuisine
Savor genuine northern Thai flavors crafted from high-quality local ingredients, a true taste of the region.
Live Music by Renowned Owner
Experience nightly performances by the owner, celebrated folk singer Soontaree Vechanon, adding a unique artistic flair.
Enchanting Lanna Ambiance
Dine under lanterns in a creatively designed, open-air Lanna-style setting perfect for memorable photos.
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Catch the Live Music
Enjoy live performances by the owner starting around 7:30 PM during dinner hours.
Try Unique Northern Dishes
Sample specialties like grilled snakehead fish or sweet hinlay pork curry.
Reserve in Advance
Popularity means reservations are recommended, especially during peak times.
Outdoor Seating Magic
Opt for outdoor seating under lanterns for a more enchanting dining experience.
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Catch the Live Music
Enjoy live performances by the owner starting around 7:30 PM during dinner hours.
Try Unique Northern Dishes
Sample specialties like grilled snakehead fish or sweet hinlay pork curry.
Reserve in Advance
Popularity means reservations are recommended, especially during peak times.
Outdoor Seating Magic
Opt for outdoor seating under lanterns for a more enchanting dining experience.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Huan Soontaree offers a highly recommended Northern Thai dining experience with flavorful dishes and a unique ambiance enhanced by live music. While some find the service slow or the pricing a bit high, most praise the authentic cuisine and the enchanting atmosphere, making it a memorable destination.
"Shared our anniversary dinner here and it was so unique! Sat outdoors, under the lanterns, and listened to the lovely live music. We ordered the northern Thai sampler, the sweet hinlay pork curry, bamboo shoot dry curry stir fry, sticky rice, and ice tea. The food was delicious and more than enough for 2 people to share. We were new to northern Thai food and found each bite to be flavorful and full of complexity. Dip the sticky rice in the curry and nam prik, and you can’t go wrong!"
Katherine Perales
"Great food and great service
Authentic northern-Thai food with nice presentation
แกงฮังเล (curry) taste really nice and aromatic
แคปหมู (pork rind) is not too hard and not soggy great paring with the chillies that come with
The fried fish is also really good, I never seen this dish before. There's no bone (It's like a stuffed fish)
Although I missed the singing because I came too early, I have met the owner and the singer from the 80s famous Thai northern folk song duo. She's very kind
The restaurant was decorated in northern style with the duo picture. Many pictures of the late คุณจรัล in the restaurant
Great vibe
More on the expensive side but worth it"
Sebastian Michaelis
"Very nice restaurant with live music, the owner use to be a famous singer in Thailand, and she will sing in live after around 7:30 pm. The fried frog legs are so delicious, they can do less spicy here in the restaurant for spicy dishes which is very accommodating. Service is slow but people are nice."
Charmander Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions
Visit during dinner hours, especially after 7:30 PM, to catch the live music performances by the owner.
Recommended dishes include the Northern Thai sampler, sweet hinlay pork curry, and grilled snakehead fish with garlic.
Yes, reservations are highly recommended as the restaurant is popular among locals and tourists.
The restaurant features a creatively designed Lanna-style setting, with outdoor seating under lanterns offering an enchanting experience.
Yes, the famous singer Soontaree Vechanon performs nightly, adding a unique artistic flair to the dining experience.
One review mentioned an extreme amount of mosquitoes, so it might be advisable to bring insect repellent.
One reviewer noted that the 7% VAT is not included in the menu prices, which can be a slight nuisance.
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Huan Soontaree Restaurant located on the Ping River is a famous restaurant in Chiang Mai that offers the most unique Thai dining experience, from the Lanna-style decoration to the live folk music. Carefully prepared by Chef Salunu Muangwon, the cuisine at Huan Soontaree Vechanont is authentic and appealing. Huan Soontaree is famous for its grilled snakehead fish (Channidae freshwater fish) with garlic, egg and pepper, in addition to the pork curry mentioned above.
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Opening hour: Monday – Saturday, 16:30 – 23:00 Address: 208 Pa Tan Alley Road, Tambon San Phi Suea, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand Click here to Google Maps. Enjoy a great meal along with your choice of cocktail by the river while listening to a live performance. Huan Soontaree is known for its grilled snakehead fish (Channidae freshwater fish) packed with garlic, egg, and pepper, in addition to the aforementioned pork curry.
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This large venue (seating for over 300 diners) on the banks of the Ping River has long been popular with Thai diners. That popularity is not just because of the food, but also thanks to the music. The owner, Soontaree Vechanont and her daughter, Lanna Commins, are both famous singers.
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