Rabiang Phatchanee

Udon Thani


On the lake's east shore, this sprawling restaurant offers all the usual Thai dishes, but also many you've probably never tried, such as fish-stomach salad, and fried duck with crab in gravy. Eat outdoors on the deck or in air-conditioned dining rooms. Note that some menu prices are 'per 100g' (ขีดละ). There's an attached cafe, and live music at weekends.


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