Review

For traditional fine Thai cuisine, Baan Landai is a popular local choice. This long-standing family-run restaurant serves Lamphun province specialties along with additional regional fare in an elegant white building in the Old City. The eclectic menu uses regional seasonal produce to present fresh and attractively presented dishes, with a range of vegetarian options. Attention to taste and aesthetics to each dish showcases the kitchen’s commitment to the fine dining experience. Miang kham lotus flower appetiser is as elegant as it is sumptuous. Each bite-sized petal combines coconut, ginger, peanut, lime and chilli jam in a floral display of colourful hues. The signature dish of slow-cooked roasted pork ribs falls off the bone into a clear, rich red wine sauce blended with herbs. Southern style crab meat curry soup exemplifies how a simple dish can be elevated with perfectly judged and balanced seasoning and spices with generous chunks of fresh crab meat. It comes with rice noodles and lightly battered lime leaves to dip into the delicious sauce. Explore the Thai desserts with many sweet adventures. Met khanoon savoury mung bean and egg yolk marzipan is served in a warm sweet pea infused coconut milk, a memorable finale. A substantial wine list, alongside an array of specialty teas and coffees, complete a truly authentic cultural and culinary experience.