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Ovo
Thai
Beer/Wine
Take-out
Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Specializing in Northern Thai food. Dishes that can be made vegetarian are marked V on the menu. The owner speaks English and has understanding of vegetarianism. Please advise staff for your dietary requirements. Moved into this large and modern space in 2018. NOTE: May close earlier if food runs out. Open Mon-Tue 11:00am-8:00pm, Wed 11:00am-4:30pm, Thu-Sun 11:00am-8:00pm.
36 Reviews
First Review by Ruderies16
TobyDoherty
Points +240
Really good and well thought out vegan food - Edit
Lots of traditionally vegan foods as well as good choices to substitute meat for mushrooms on non vegan dishes.
Read moreYou probably won't be happy when you see the portion sizes but you'll no doubt be thrilled with the taste.
I highly recommend going for something you've never had because the owner tells you how it is meant to be eaten.
Pros: Taste, Lovely atmosphere , Nice experience
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LucySibert
Points +116
A MUST in Chiang Rai (5*) - Edit
The most delicious food I’ve had in Northern Thailand. The owner is so talented and welcoming. She explained which dishes are vegan at the start. Must try the Hung Lay Curry and the number 12 salad.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2024-01-30
Pros: Delicious, Owner is lovely, Setting
Cons: run out of food in the evening so go for lunchtime
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toni.markert
Points +417
Super friendly & helpful Service - Edit
The staff asked about allergies and anything. She could recommend vegan options from the menu.
Read moreShe even explained how to eat the traditional recipes.
Pros: Staff, Menu
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Chelseachernobyl
Points +801
Beautiful food - Edit
Very small and cozy little place. The lady who helped us, possibly the owner, pointed out all the things that could be made vegan, and what was popular. She also pointed out that specific dishes are spicy because Chili is a main component. It says (sp) next to all dishes that are unable to be made non-spicy.
Read moreThe food came and it was beautiful, like 5 star dining beautiful.
This place is definitely a must try while in Chiang Rai
Updated from previous review on 2024-01-05
Pros: Great service, Lots of vegan options
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StephenVizzusi
Points +118
The best food I’ve had in my life - Edit
This tiny restaurant is a hidden gem! The owner describes every dish in perfect English. The food is so delicious and every dish has a unique flavor from northern Thailand! I ate here everyday they were open on my trip! Bomb
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cat.ion
Points +473
Thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor - Edit
The owner thoroughly explained the menu and showed us every item that is vegan. The dish was plated beautifully. A lot of thought goes into these recipes. We got the hung Kay curry and the Burmese crispy tofu salad. Omg. It was so flavorful. The salad is a must try. One of my favorite dishes I’ve tried. We weren’t 100% full after sharing these two entrees because the portion is very small, but I could see it being a reasonable portion if you aren’t too hungry or if you get 3 entrees for 2 people.
Read moreSalad- 100 baht
Curry- 180 baht (we got the more expensive option with naan)
Updated from previous review on 2023-08-27
Pros: Flavor, Service
Cons: Small portion
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terrasara
Points +30
Some of the best food I’ve had EVER - Edit
I wish I could give this place 10 stars. It’s a small restaurant where the friendly owner who speaks great English comes up to explain the menu and immediately asks about dietary restrictions. She listed off the vegan options what can be made vegan and there are plenty to chose from. I got the Burmese chickpea tofu salad and it was not only the best thing I’ve tried in my month in Thailand but one of the most flavorful and unique things I’ve tried ever!! I ordered a second one to go on the spot and so did my meat-eating partner. I got a traditional curry too which was also delicious, as well as homemade bergamot soda. Everything was delicious and the owner was so kind and attentive!! Absolutely check this place out.
Read morePros: Unique, Super flavorful, Attentive owner who is well versed with vegan/GF
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Here.To.Travel_Jade
Points +9574
Great food - Edit
Took two tries to get a seat here; the second time we came for an early dinner and didn’t have to wait too long. The owner was able to recommend dishes that were vegan/could be veganised and we ended up choosing more local ones: a curry and chapati dish, and a mushroom dish that you build yourself with lettuce as a wrap which was fun. Service was fairly quick.
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Kukurumka
Points +2456
Disappointed - Edit
I really don’t understand why when I ask for no spicy options they make it 2 times spicier 🙃
Read moreAll the spice just kills the taste of food and I’m very disappointed that even though the owner speaks perfect English I still get hella spicy dishes. Keep in mind that the place is very small and in the evening there are no free seats #Veganuary
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SophY_Travels
Points +398
Delicious menu! - Edit
The owner is super friendly and very clear on what vegan means. She’s got a few dishes she specifically recommends vegan travellers try, but there’s quite a lot of choice. The aubergine was honestly one of the best dishes I tried in Thailand.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, The owner clearly understands vegan, Tasty tasty!
Cons: It’s not a purely vegan restaurant…
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ScarlettGreenock
Points +175
Amazing northern Thai food - Edit
Absolutely delicious food. The owner is very helpful. Highly recommend number 2 on the menu - so yummy! Get there early to get a table!
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Si@eatplantsandtravel
Points +174
Order everything!!! - Edit
First all, the owner is super helpful when it comes to the menu and tell you exactly what she can and can't do vegan.
Read moreWe came today and the food was... Amazing!!!
The best thing is, and no other place ever I've across that does it, offers small plates so you can try more dishes!
We ended up having 3 small plates and will be back to have more dishes, and have normal portions.
Coconut milk available.
*opening times may vary, as we walked past later, around 7pm and the place was shut with a sign 'sorry we sold out food, see you tomorrow at 11am'
Pros: Vegan options , Vegan - coconut milk , Small portions of food to try
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BenedicteCornus64
Points +128
Excellente cuisine de plats typiques - Edit
Options veganes et accueil et conseils très sympathiques
Read morePros: Beaucoup d'options veganes, Cuisine excellente et raffinée
Cons: Un peu cher mais la qualité en vaut le coup
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RunEatWorld
Points +3353
Best vegan food in Chiang Rai - Edit
Lovely venue and lovely staff who explain the menu in depth and are fully aware of what vegan means. The hung lay curry was quite sweet and full of pineapple. The vegetables with peanut sauce was also fairly sweet. The pad Thai was excellent (no need for extra peanut sauce) and the laphet thoke salad was a standout. Every meal was served with fruit. Love the option of smaller portion sizes so you can try multiple meals.
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aptamitra1
Points +17
Awesome food at a budget - Edit
Great cozy place and very friendly owner who explained the menu very nicely. I had the pad Thai small portion for ~50 bhat and the portion was very adequate and delicious. Good variety of veg options
Read morePros: Great tasting food, Very inexpensive (50-75 bhat for most dishes), Owner speaks great english
Cons: None
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JamesHawkins
Points +29
Amazing place! - Edit
The vegan options here are fantastic! Friendly staff and a great prices :)
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NotTodaySeitan
Points +85
Excellent food. 5/5 ⭐️ - Edit
Excellent food. 🍛🍝🍜🥟🍲🥗🥙🍛🥙🥗🥘🍜🍝
Read morePros: Khao Soi, Barrab
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aflaneursquest
Points +140
Northern Thai cuisine veganized - Edit
The menu at the front door seems overwhelming but once inside the owner will explain everything.
Read moreThe owner is very helpful to explain which dishes can be made vegan (V on the menu). All dishes are made from scratch with local products.
Barrab veganizes local Northern Thai dishes.. loving this.
We ordered:
32. Homemade peanut sauce with mixed vegetables
33. Herb and spices sauce with eggplant and Thai holy basil
& Som Tam & Thai tea (with coconut milk).
You can choose between 2 sizes, we took it as main dish.
The portions are good and the price is reasonable. Most important... the quality of the food is top-notch, very delicious.
If you like fine Thai cuisine... this is the place to be!
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DanielaAravenaZuñig
Points +138
Excelente comida - Edit
El lugar es muy bonito y limpio, la atención excelente, si bien no es exclusivamente un lugar ni vegetariano/vegano, tiene muchas opciones dentro de la carta, la comida es realmente deliciosa, nos gustó mucho el lugar
Read morePros: Muchas opciones veganas y vegetarianas
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olivia26
Points +20
Hung Lay Curry is incredible - Edit
Northern Thai curry done excellently. The menu is easily tailored to vegan. I had the hung lay curry which had the perfect combination of spices, cooked through potato with pineapple, tofu and cashew nuts. The combination of pineapple and ginger is great with the right amount of spice to add heat without overpowering the dish.
Read morePros: Easily vegan adapted, Good value price
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lynzer81
Points +149
Good but pricey - Edit
Tasty food but pretty pricey for the portions. Had the veg barab which was good but not very filling for 120 baht. Passion fruit juice was 70 baht for mostly ice and honey. The owner understands vegan diet and is eager to help and answer questions.
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Ulverbite
Points +86
Tasty vegan food - Edit
This place has lots of delicious vegan options to choose from and are clearly marked with V sign. Also staff is very friendly and prices very affordable. Cannot recommend this place enough! 5 star for me if HappyCow would let me :)
Read morePros: Delicious vegan options, Friendly staff, Very cheap
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EsteiraHiwaizi
Points +602
Delicious food! - Edit
I got stir fried veg with a peanut sauce and also eggplant with a spicy herb sauce and tofu - it was 50 baht for a small dish and rice and I definitely didn’t need two, but it was absolutely delicious and the waitress understood veganism and was able to rattle through the menu all of the possible vegan options.
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options, Really good value for money, Delicious Thai food
Cons: Not all vegan
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LeslieMcKnight
Points +286
Delicious! - Edit
So good! We got the basil fried rice with tofu and it was superb. Staff spoke excellent English and had no problem veganizing our meals. Would def recommend!!
Read morePros: Vegan options, Cheap
Cons: Serves meat
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rizzoluenen
Points +203
Great place - Edit
Die Besitzerin und ihre Crew sind sehr nett und zuvorkommend. Das Menü wird ausführlich erklärt, besonders die vegetarischen Gerichte. Man kann sich die Gerichte auch in klein bestellen, um sie sich zu teilen und anzutesten. Würde auf jeden Fall wieder dort essen, wir hatten eine schöne Zeit!
Read morePros: Viele vegetarische Optionen, Erklärungen zu Inhaltsstoffen von der Besitzerin, Preise angemessen
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carolink
Points +349
friendly owner, many veg options - Edit
The restaurant offers meat dishes but almost all dishes can be made vegan or vegetarian. The owner is incredibly friendly and her suggestions were really good.
Read morePros: friendly, quite nice garden, original taste
Cons: a bit further out
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CarolineSolo
Points +26
Delicious - Edit
I was so impressed with the veggie offerings here! The menu is extensive, and each dish I had was delicious. Good for anyone, and a good place to try Thai dishes specific to this region!
Read morePros: Excellent food, good value, big portions
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