Lamphun eats like the rest of Lanna: sticky rice, chilli dips, herb-packed sausages and curry noodles, with the province’s famous longan as a sweet finish. Pair this with our things to do in Lamphun.
Dishes and products to try
Longan
Lamphun is Thailand’s longan heartland: fresh fruit in season (around July–August) and dried longan all year.
Khanom jeen nam ngiao
Rice noodles in a tomato and pork broth with dried flowers, a northern classic.
Khao soi
Curry noodle soup with coconut milk and crispy noodles.
Sai ua
Spicy, herb-filled northern sausage.
Nam phrik num and nam phrik ong
Green chilli dip and tomato-pork dip with vegetables and crispy pork skin.
Kaeng hang le
A rich pork curry of Burmese origin, flavoured with ginger and tamarind.
Larb Lanna
Northern-style minced meat salad with dried spices.
Khao niao and khao lam
Sticky rice served with every meal, and sticky rice roasted in bamboo.
Markets
- Lamphun walking street: street food and crafts in the old town Map.
- Lamphun fresh market: northern ingredients and ready-made dishes Map.
- Pa Sang market: local food near the weaving shops Map.
- Roadside longan stalls: fruit in season Map.
Where to eat
Lamphun is not covered by the MICHELIN Guide, though nearby Chiang Mai is. In town, look for busy khao soi and noodle shops and the walking-street stalls. Use map searches for current options and check opening hours.
Festival food
At the Longan Festival in August, stalls sell fresh and dried longan, longan drinks and snacks. See our Lamphun travel guide.
Tips
- Dried longan is a light, easy souvenir.
- Northern dishes can be spicy; ask for less chilli.
- Carry cash for markets.
FAQ
What is Lamphun known for food-wise?
Longan and northern Thai dishes.
When is longan season?
Around July to August.
Are there MICHELIN restaurants?
Not in Lamphun; nearby Chiang Mai has many.
Where can I eat in the evening?
At the walking street and night stalls in town.
Cover photo: Khanom chin nam ngiao.jpg · Takeaway · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
