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
10am – 10pmClosed Sunday & Monday
The November Menu
Welcome to our beloved blue zones...
Heartier dishes to replenish the soul & warm the heart during the colder season. Our food is prepared fresh & served to you when ready — smaller plates are designed to share, we recommend ordering a few chosen plates and see where the evening takes you.
plant based
Wild Mushroom & Truffle Croquetas
gremolata - lemon curd - pickled shimeji
360Hiyayakko Tofu
Edamame emulsion - pickled ginger - wasabi leaf
280Warm Walnut Hummus
Merguez mushrooms - crispy shallots
320Pumpkin – Purple Potato Gnocchi
Sage – lemon – garlic – roof top salad
340Smoked carrot tartar
shiso - picked pumpkin seeds - orange balsamic gel
340
fish
Cardamom – Pickled & Torched Mackerel Filet
Fennel - orange - dill - pickled radish
340Rare Poached Wild Sea Trout
Cos - mussels - peas - gravlax
380Camarones al ajillo
Paprika- chili – lime - guaro - bread
380Baked Miso Seabass
Chilled bok choi - pickled clams - goma daleh
380Polack Roe – Chili Spaghetti
nori – shiso- cream
320
meat
Kamo Rosu
Seared & soy poached chilled duck breast - pumpkin oiled greens - mirin - sake - ginger - soy - edamame
340Chicken Liver Stroganoff
tagliatelle
300Fromage de tete
black garlic ponzu mayonnaise - mustard - scratching’s - brawn
360Beef Cheek
red cabbage sauerkraut - mulled beets - mustard - tallow wafer - wiped feta
380Blackened Picanha
Chimichurri - charred spring onions - chickpea pansie
450
dessert
Real Red Velvet Chocolate Torte
Balsamic vinegar
190Chilled Chiang Mai Rice Pudding
hot mulberry jam - crumble
200Ikigai Mango Sticky Rice
180Strawberry Daifuku
Honey & fennel ice cream
200Caramelized Tofu
150
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