Local Food
Signature Flavors of Chanthaburi — A Taste You’ll Find Nowhere Else!
Chanthaburi is a city where the land and sea come together deliciously — blending fresh local seafood, tropical fruits, and regional herbs into dishes that tell the story of its people and culture.
Every bite here is unique, unforgettable, and truly “Chanthaburi.”
If you haven’t tasted these, you haven’t really been to Chanthaburi!
Stir-Fried Chan Noodles with Crab
The province’s legendary flat noodles, stir-fried with fresh local crab, rich yellow egg, and fragrant herbs — a perfect balance of sweetness and sea freshness in every bite.
Chan Noodles with Seafood or Spicy Tom Yum Soup
A local favorite featuring Chanthaburi’s signature chewy noodles paired with juicy prawns and squid, served either in a light seafood broth or a tangy tom yum soup that bursts with Thai flavors.
Pork Curry with Cha-Muang Leaves
A truly local recipe using the sour-tangy cha-muang leaf, slow-cooked with tender pork until the flavors meld into an earthy, aromatic curry unlike any other in Thailand.
Marinated Crab Roe or Steamed Crab with Fresh Milk
Chanthaburi’s coastal pride — rich, creamy crab roe marinated in savory sauce or steamed in fresh milk for a silky, indulgent taste that seafood lovers dream of.
Moo Liang Noodles (Pork Herbal Soup)
A comforting bowl of noodle soup with pork, simmered for hours with medicinal herbs — a hidden gem of Chanthaburi’s street food scene.
Durian Sticky Rice
Taste Thailand’s world-famous durian in the sweetest way — ripe golden durian served with creamy coconut sticky rice. A true local indulgence that celebrates the “King of Fruits.”
Yellow Crab Curry with Wild Betel Leaves / Spicy Jungle Curry with Seafood
Vibrant, aromatic, and packed with spice — this curry captures the heart of Chanthaburi’s seaside kitchens, marrying bold southern flavors with the freshness of the Gulf.
Rice with Chili-Salt Mix (Khao Kluk Prik Klua)
A simple yet addictive local favorite — jasmine rice tossed with Chanthaburi’s special blend of salt, chili, and lime, often topped with fresh seafood for that perfect tangy-spicy kick.
