Asa

Chiang Mai


This shophouse eatery serves nutrient-packed vegan dishes ranging from herbal Burmese and Thai-style salads to creamy curries and rice bowls topped with colourful veggies. Meaning ‘to volunteer’ in Thai, Asa is more than just a cafe. Upstairs you’ll find regular drop-in yoga classes, plus the restaurant organises various workshops and volunteer opportunities.


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