Your guide to Thailand’s best affordable eats — as chosen by the MICHELIN Guide 2026

Thailand’s vibrant dining scene continues to shine as the MICHELIN Guide Thailand announces its 2026 Bib Gourmand selection, featuring 137 restaurants across the country. Among them are 13 newcomers receiving the Bib Gourmand distinction — all recognized in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand for the very first time.

The announcement sets the stage for the highly anticipated MICHELIN Star revelation on November 27, 2025, reinforcing Thailand’s reputation as one of Asia’s most exciting food destinations

A Celebration of Quality, Accessibility, and Culinary Diversity

The Bib Gourmand distinction highlights restaurants that offer delicious food at exceptional value, an increasingly meaningful category for diners who want quality without the high price tag.

This year’s selection reflects:

• 16 types of cuisine, from Northern Thai and Isan to Thai-Chinese, Asian, Seafood, and contemporary European

• A growing wave of chef-driven casual restaurants, showcasing personal culinary identity

• A strong presence of small eateries and street-food stalls that deliver authentic, memorable flavors

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, emphasized Thailand’s dynamic food landscape, noting the continuous rise of neighborhood gems and new openings that keep the country’s culinary energy “vibrant, dynamic, and full of life.”

Where the 13 New Bib Gourmand Restaurants Are Found

Bangkok & Surrounding Provinces (4 new entries)

• Jaan by Khun Jim – Southern Thai & Thai-Chinese dishes elevated by freshly squeezed coconut milk

• Keawloon – Home-style flavors inspired by the chef’s grandmother, with menus rotating every two months

• Kolun.h – Famous Hainanese-style rice noodles served with rich or clear broth

• SANN – Rare Phetchaburi recipes made with high-quality local ingredients

Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya (1)

• Khanom Mho Kaeng Mae Yai (Phai Ling) – Traditional Thai desserts made fresh with fragrant coconut milk

Chiang Mai (3)

• CHAWEE – Seasonal dishes rooted in childhood memories and family recipes

• Euang Kam Sai – Northern Thai classics sourced from sustainable local farms

• Gongkham – Made-to-order Northern dishes prepared with simplicity and authenticity

Nakhon Ratchasima (1)

• Nub – Smoky, charcoal-simmered beef and offal noodles with distinctive flavor

Udon Thani (1)

• Pad Thai Bua Dang – A humble favorite known for wok aroma and balanced seasoning

Phang-nga (1)

• Krachang Khao Lak – Fresh seafood prepared to highlight natural local flavors

Surat Thani (2)

• Dear Phangan – Limited daily portions, market-fresh ingredients, and garden-grown herbs

• Nampetch – Local ingredients, freshly pounded pastes, and standout tamarind-scented prawns

A Guide for Curious Food Lovers

With listings ranging from restaurants and small family-run eateries to street vendors, the 2026 Bib Gourmand once again proves that great dining doesn’t have to be expensive. It gives travelers and locals an easy way to discover hidden gems across Thailand — places that balance authenticity, creativity, and real value.
 

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