The short answer
Reform Kafe: what visitors should know first
Good for vegan and vegetarian families who want a calm garden lunch in the old city. Hours and menu change, so check before you go. Ask staff about sauces if you follow a strict diet.
Diet
What we checked
- Pure Veg. The whole menu has no meat, fish or egg. Checked November 2026 · Source
- Vegan. The whole menu has no dairy, egg or honey. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Reform Kafe facts at a glance
- Location
- Green Tiger House courtyard, near the north gate
- Dining style
- Vegan cafe with garden seating
- Price signal
- About THB 120 to 220 per dish, per one guide
- Signature order
- Try: vegan khao soi
- Good for
- Vegan and vegetarian diners, mixed groups
Why it matters
Why Reform Kafe is worth your time
Fully vegan kitchens are rare in most cities, and Reform Kafe is one of the better-known in the old city. It is useful for visitors who avoid meat, fish, egg and dairy and still want local dishes such as khao soi.
It also suits mixed groups, since the menu covers Thai and Western tastes. Always confirm ingredients for allergies, as menus change. Families with mixed diets can sit together here, because the menu is wide enough to satisfy both vegan guests and those who simply want a lighter meal after a day of temples.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Plant-based khao soi
A vegan version of Chiang Mai's signature noodle soup.
- 02
Garden setting
Tables in the Green Tiger House courtyard.
- 03
Wide menu
Thai dishes and Western options such as burgers.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Look for the Green Tiger House courtyard off Sripoom Road, near the north gate. The cafe is described as fully vegan, with a menu that includes Thai noodles, curries, burgers and desserts.
Order the plant-based khao soi, the northern Thai curried noodle soup that guides recommend here, and ask what the noodles are made from if you need to be sure. Prices were listed at around THB 120 to 220 per dish.
Come for lunch or an early dinner and allow time for a slow meal in the garden. Visitors have noted the location is a little hidden, so check a map before setting out.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Check opening hours before you go
- Ask about sauces and ingredients if strict
- Allow time to find the courtyard
- Pay in cash or card as accepted
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Old city, Sripoom Road Lane 7, in the Green Tiger House courtyard
- Time needed
- 45 to 90 minutes
- Best time
- Lunch or an early dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- Seating is in a garden courtyard with flat paving. Check the entrance for steps and ask about shade during hot hours.
- Tickets and access
- Walk-ins are usual. Hours were listed as roughly 9 am to 10:30 pm, with last orders earlier; confirm current times.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
Seating is in a garden courtyard with flat paving. Check the entrance for steps and ask about shade during hot hours.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is Reform Kafe fully vegan?
A 2026 guide lists it as 100% vegan. Confirm with staff, as menus and ownership can change.
What should I order?
The vegan khao soi is the dish most guides recommend.
Is it near the old city temples?
Yes, in the northern old city, a short ride from Wat Chedi Luang.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
