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This cosy shop bathed in natural light serves 50 to 70 types of authentic Thai desserts. They freshly squeeze coconut milk each morning for rich flavours and aromas. As well as the signature khanom mo kaeng (silky Thai custard), you can sample sweet sorghum, thua paep or piak pun.

With a whitewashed interior and views of the garden and river, Kaow Laor feels like a modern country home. The Thai menu is replete with grandma's recipes, offering giant river prawns, featherback fish balls and other local river fish. Each dish is expertly cooked and seasoned, and it’s like eating authentic Thai food at home. The imported mackerel with fish sauce is prepared with a light crispy skin, an aromatic fish sauce, deep-fried edible flowers and a spicy dressing.

This third-generation family-run street food joint has been offering tasty boat noodles for over five decades. Try their pork or beef boat noodles for great value — it comes in a small bowl, so more than one may be needed to truly enjoy it.

Opened in 2017, this restaurant serves authentic Isan food in a commercial building on Rochana Road. Air-conditioned and spread across two floors, the casual dining room is decorated with wood panelling and other touches that suggest traditional Thai houses. The skilled chef cooks halal-friendly food following recipes from his grandmother, who is from Nakhon Phanom. The signature dish is Kampun grilled chicken, but their grilled beef is also interesting and worth trying.

This popular late-night spot is known for its fresh ingredients and flavourful dishes. The chef-owner warmly welcomes guests and takes orders with a smile. The menu changes daily, depending on the ingredients available. Enjoy dining outdoors with a view of Sam Pluem Temple's chedi.

This rustic, open-air restaurant brings the charm of a family kitchen to life, serving Thai classics with a local twist. Freshwater fish and herbs shine across the menu, but the standout is the spicy stir-fried minced pork ribs with soft bone – fiery, fragrant and balanced by sweet, house-pickled garlic. Each dish is unfussy yet thoughtful, ideal for sharing. Featuring wooden décor, the laid-back setting makes it perfect for relaxed meals with family or friends.

This shop beside a canal exudes charm, with its simple wooden shelves and tables. Highlights include the boat noodles in a well-balanced broth and the richly flavoured dry beef soup with tender slices and slow-cooked meat, lifted by roasted peanut aroma.