Review

Set beneath a towering 300-year-old Bodhi tree, this hotel restaurant really understands its surroundings. Located in the far corner of Anantara Resort Chiang Mai, where manicured resort grounds meet the slow-moving Ping River, it feels quietly removed from the city – even as the glow of bridge lights and riverside markets flicker beyond. The menu is a greatest-hits tour of Thai cuisine from all regions, slipping in lesser-known dishes to keep things interesting. Northern Thai signatures take pride of place, including rich wagyu beef khao soi and finely balanced yum baicha, a Lanna-style tea leaf salad that delivers depth without heaviness. Soups, Southern dishes, spicy salads, noodles and wok-fried plates create a satisfying culinary sweep. Curries arrive layered and textured, the zest and heat cut through salads perfectly and that essential sweet-sour-spicy harmony is ever present. Service is polished yet warm, striking a balance between five-star efficiency and genuine hospitality. The wine list is a quiet standout, offering a selection of old and new-world bottles alongside a commendable showing of Thai wines. By afternoon the gentle soundtrack of the river creates a setting that’s romantic, peaceful and unimposing. Bodhi Terrace may not be chasing trends, but its quiet confidence, strong flavours and serene setting make it a dependable spot for refined, well- thought-out Thai food in Chiang Mai.