Review

Baan Mon Muan located 1,200m above sea level, is reached via a scenic, mountainous drive to this wooden boutique hillside resort surrounded by nature and breathtaking views. The restaurant, renowned for its local Thai cuisine, has a charming home-from-home feel, with sweeping panoramic views. The manager is on hand to welcome you, and to ensure your experience is memorable. The restaurant offers a wide-ranging menu, from soups and salads, to local delicacies and intriguing northern-style mains to suit all tastes. Signature dishes include baked pork spare ribs; a generous and tasty portion arrives accompanied with refreshing salad and a dipping sauce. The succulent meat is marinated in lemongrass and local herbs, lending a deep and delightful curry flavouring, whilst the sauce adds a healthy kick of chilli and slightly sour tang. Simmered soy bean paste is presented with a wide range of vegetables, herbs and salad, all sourced from local artisans. This traditional chipotle-like dish, which can include a variety of pastes and textures, is a staple northern Thai sharing dish. The ground soy bean paste, a mountain-community variant, is served warm and combines coconut milk with onion, pork, and shrimp for a satiating and hearty dipping accompaniment. Soak up the natural beauty of this restaurant’s unique setting with authentic home-made cooking in the most peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.