When I was in Chiang Mai, my main mission was to eat. Khao Soi Islam (ร้านข้าวซอยอิสลาม) is a longstanding restaurant in the city, get all the details here: http://wp.me/p4a4F7-2jh
If you’ve ever heard anything about the food in Chiang Mai, I’m sure you’ve of a dish known as khao soi (ข้าวซอย). You might have already seen my video about what I think is the best version of the dish in Chiang Mai (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_wvU1olA5PU), but there are many restaurants to get the dish. Known for serving one of the most authentic versions, or more shall I say, original versions, I had to pay a visit to Khao Soi Islam (ร้านข้าวซอยอิสลาม). The longstanding Thai Halal restaurant is located just east of Talat Warorot, and just north of the famous Chiang Mai night bazaar. One day for lunch, Ying and I went over to Khao Soi Islam (ร้านข้าวซอยอิสลาม), and though I was mostly expecting to eat their version of khao soi (ข้าวซอย), I was quite happy to discover that they actually serve one of the best versions of Thai biryani that I’ve ever had in my life.
I decided to first order a bowl of khao soi neua (ข้าวซอยเนื้อ), or beef khao soi. My bowl of noodles came quickly, and the soup curry looked quite white, and creamy, not so dark colored like my other favorite bowls of the dish. The noodles were almost spaghetti like, instead of being the wide flat egg noodles, and the whole dish was sprinkled with a big handful of dried crispy fritters on top. Overall, the khao soi neua (ข้าวซอยเนื้อ) was a little on the plain side – it just didn’t have much flavor going on – it was more like noodles in a cream gravy – not bad, but just not overly flavorful. However, I did notice a cup full of fresh roasted chili sauce, known as nam prik pao, on the side of the table, and it smelled amazing. I added a few heaping spoons of the sauce to my khao soi, which dramatically increased the flavor and really enhanced the dish, but it still lacked the spices that I like in a normal bowl of khao soi.
Next up I ordered a plate of khao mok neua (ข้าวหมกเนื้อ), Thai beef biryani. I wanted to get the goat version, but unfortunately they had completely sold out of the goat before I arrived, so I had settle for the beef. I’m happy to announce the khao mok neua (ข้าวหมกเนื้อ) was one of the best versions I’ve ever had in Thailand. The rice was nicely spiced, and the chunk of beef was stewed and fall apart tender. What I really loved about the biryani at Khao Soi Islam (ร้านข้าวซอยอิสลาม) was the handful of crispy fried shallots and cilantro tossed on top – that was a beautiful ending tough to give the entire plate some beautiful flavor.
Overall, I would say, go to Khao Soi Islam (ร้านข้าวซอยอิสลาม) for the biryani, and if you’re in the mood for a plain dish, you might also sample their khao soi, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to eat the khao soi.
Address: Thanon Charoenprathet Soi 1, Chiang Mai, Thailand
Phone: 053-271484, 08-2392-0142
Open hours: 10 am – 6 pm from Saturday – Thursday, closed on Friday
Prices: About 30 – 50 THB per dish
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Hahaaaa MAN! Just had to watch this (after re-reading the article), I love this video. Just so pure, straight-forward, single restaurant review, just awesome man. These were surely the days when you made a lot of die-hard fans, awesome man, great video, great descriptions, great food. Peace for now homie!
Mild khai soi… Haha ha ha ha ha
The dish is more like curry mee in Malaysia…
"A well rounded bite" This is the only video in the world where I liked that word.
Your wearing Philippines shirt,so proud!
Nobody can make better Biryani than Indians. That Biryani looked as if it had less spices. But would love to try it once.
Hi Mark..i love watching ur videos…n thank you for your Halal food tour..I hope whenever you find Halal food places in countries u go to you cud highlight it in ur vid so that we cud go there when we travel ?..thanks a lot Mark ???
Khao Soi Fueng Fah serves better Khao Mok but Khao Soi is better at Khao Soi Islam.
Slurping noodle make it more yummy :3
SLOW
Both noodle both and rice plate looked so delicious. Excuse my ignorance in history. I didn't know Thai has Muslim culture influence until I have been Thai foods videos and Mark's as well. Thanks Mark.
Khao Soy noodle, ( rice slice noodle ), was invented by Thai Neua, Lao Neua, or northern Lao ppl way back in Yunnan province China the you're eating that's not what we called Khao Soy.
It is clear that U really enjoy the foods from your facial expressions. I love it and that makes me full before eating.
AHAHA!!! THE FACE U DID AT 4.08..I bursted in laughter..i mean i have been watching ur videos mark wiens for a long time…..but that face thooo…one of the unique ones
Great video Mark! Can I take the Wien family out for dinner when I'm in Bangkok next month? My treat!
Well i guess biryani is famous everywhere.
It is the natural style one of beautiful style of mark
Natural style be looking a unique feature of site
Looks like mie aceh in Indonesia
omg yummmmm
hey mark, i followed you into Khao Soi Islam this evening, and didnt find it any good. I tried the lamb Biryani (which u couldn't) and believe me it smelled awful, but taste was okay. Khao Soi was mild as u informed though…
Looking good!
hmm so nice
Mark, thank you for all of your videos. They inspired me to wanting to try the restaurants you showed in your videos. I was in Chiang Mai during Loy Khratong Festival and tried Khao Soi Islam. The goat biryani I had was excellent!
I've heard that Khao Soi Islam is no longer in this location in Chiang Mai, would you by any chance know where they have moved to ?
I am watching this Video at midnight and I'm very hungry too… OMG, how can I Mark?
thanks Mark Wiens… I'll go to Chiang Mai end of July so I'll know where to get halal Khao Soi
I love ur videos???
if I go to Thaïlande I know that I Will be able to eat
mashallah
Love it
this is yummy expressions.. makes me hungry .. again !
Hello Mark. It just occurred to me that when I was in the military USAF in 1974 I loved the foods. Street and local places. Have you ever tried the … what we called "rice bugs". Have you tried any of that condiment with your foods? I really enjoy your blog and video's .
they seem not using basmati rice… but i believe your judgement on good food. makes me want to try, because in here there's briyani without basmati and the taste was horrible … too mushy and sticky
they seem not using basmati rice… but i believe your judgement on good food. makes me want to try, because in here there's briyani without basmati and the taste was horrible … too mushy and sticky
Should have gone to Khao Soi Prince.
he only does thai vids
Hi Mark, I'm currently planning my 1st trip to Chiang Mai in September, but as it will be my first time there I have no idea as to what part of chiang mai to stay in. Im not looking for any nightlife, only night markets & shopping malls and lots of street food to sample 🙂 If you could recommend somewhere to stay I would be very grateful
Haha is this your first negative (kinda) review you gave? I would really like to see more negative review to be honest! (Go to a bad restaurant on purpose)
love your video!
its so obvious when he doesnt like something lol 🙂 politely honest
Yummy face alert, 2:59! =D Love your videos, thank you so much for sharing your food travels with us.
I enjoy watching your videos
You should do a 50 faces of Mark videos , im pretty sure that would be hilarious :D! Your doing an awesome job , replied to my Girlfriends email , for what to eat in Krabi , and she was telling me ! Thanks 🙂
I love biryani……awesome foods !!
I just want to punch you in the face with that face you pull when your eating