Where to Eat in Udon Thani

4 places to eat in Udon Thani, spread across Across the city, with a cluster near the centre, Beside the railway station and The back streets, and every provincial road out of town, plus a few elsewhere. These are picked for what they cook rather than how they look, so a counter with four stools sits alongside a dining room.

Between them they cover Khao tom mat, Nem nueang, Udon-style, Gai yang and sticky rice and Laab, plus 3 more of the city's dishes — each listing tells you what that kitchen is actually known for, which is rarely the whole menu.

Every one sit in the budget tier, so eating well here costs less than the guidebooks imply.

Not sure what to order? The Udon Thani food guide starts from the dishes — what each one is, when to eat it, and which of these kitchens is known for it.

Questions

Udon Thani — FAQ

Where should I eat in Udon Thani?

4 places are listed here, across 4 areas. Each entry says what that kitchen is known for rather than reprinting its menu, so pick by the dish you want and the area you'll be in.

What should I order in Udon Thani?

Start from the dishes rather than the restaurants — the Udon Thani food guide covers what each dish is and when to eat it, then links to the places that do it well.