Welcome to The Home of Ikigai

A Global Blue Zone Cuisine Restaurant

Located in Chiang Mai, Thailand, The Home of Ikigai is one of Asia's best restaurants and is a purveyor of fine global blue zone cuisine from the esteemed Chef James Noble.

Ikigai is a farm-to-table restaurant in Chiang Mai, founded by Chef James Noble. The menu reflects a commitment to sustainability and fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with dishes that change seasonally.Inspired by the Japanese concept of Ikigai, meaning "a reason for being," the restaurant embodies a philosophy of purpose and culinary artistry. Each dish at Ikigai is crafted to nourish both the body and soul, emphasizing quality, sustainability, and the joy of dining.

At Ikigai, our menu evolves with the seasons, reflecting the bounties of local farms and organic growers. Each dish tells a story, harmonizing Thai flavors with culinary traditions from around the world, while paying homage to the world-renowned Blue Zones.

phone

082 126 2915


location

203/6-203/7 Moo 6
Fahham Sub District , Muang District,
Chiang Mai 50000


hours

Tuesday — Friday
5 – 10pm
Saturday
12 – 10pm
Closed Sunday & Monday

The August to September Menu
The Best of The Best: Our Top 20 Dishes

Our food is prepared fresh & served to you when ready – smaller plates designed to share, we recommend ordering 2 plates per person and see where the evening takes you.


plant based

Pumpkin Dal Makhani
Nigella seed papadoms - lime pickle - yoghurt
340
Purple Potato & Squash Gnocchi
Sage - lemon - parmesan - salad
340
Hiyayakko Tofu
Ginger - spring onions - wasabi - edamame
280
Walnut Hummus
Chili - betel leaves - garlic- chickpea crisps
340
Tandoori Broccoli
Yoghurt - mint - red onion - pudina
340


fish

Green Pea & Caviar Guacamole
Pickled Jalapenos - prawn crackers 400
Sesame Crusted Seared Tuna
Sun dried tomato - edamame - black pepper potato salad - olives
400
Roasted Miso Fillet Of Seabass
Pak choi - goma - soused clams - seaweed - chilled buckwheat sesame noodles
400
Beetroot Salmon Gravlax
Dill - cumin - lemon curd - chive oil
380
Fishes & Chip
Salmon roe tartar - kisu
420

meat

Harrisa Brined & Pan-Roasted Pork Collar
Cauliflower & almond puree - rinds - mango
420
Buttermilk-Marinated Fried Chicken
Salted egg yum salad - pickled pumpkin seeds
350
Chicken Liver Parfait
Mulberry gastrique - toast
350
Steak & Chips
36 hour braised & pressed tallow butter seared - beef tongue - polenta chips - tomato tapenade - parsley puree - carrot - onion
450
Kamo Rosu Chilled Duck Breast
Chilled sesame bok choi
pickled vegetables - duck fat emulsion
400


dessert

Baked Apple Crumbled Cake
Condensed milk custard
200
Honey Lemon Thyme Posset
Ginger
180
Durian Crème Brule
200
Caramelized Bread & Butter Pudding
Olive oil hot chocolate sauce - pumpkin
200
Hot Vietnamese Egg Coffee
Ginger biscuit
150

Our menu is subject to a 10% service charge, we take care of the government tax .

Jenny Singhs' Authentic Indian Cuisine
with pilau rice & pickles
Lamb Rogan Josh
380
Chicken madras
380
Murgh makhani
380
Prawn dhansak
400
(V) Channa masala
340
(V) Black dhal makhani
340


The Japanese concept of “Ikigai” represents finding purpose and joy in everyday life. Our restaurant embodies this spirit, offering a place where guests can experience the pleasure of good food, prepared with care and served in a welcoming setting.If you’re savoring a flavorful dish inspired by Thai traditions or aim to discover a new favorite from our international fusion, Ikigai is where culinary artistry meets soulful living.

BOOK A TABLE
082 126 2915


203/6-203/7 Moo 6
Fahham Sub District , Muang District,
Chiang Mai 50000