Innovative flavor combos are the order of the day at Redbox, a boutique restaurant in an attractive old Victorian building. Expect elegantly plated, contemporary takes on modern dishes – mostly Thai, but with a few international options added in as well, with a focus on high-quality, seasonal ingredients. Favorites include the scallop carpaccio and the crispy pata. There are only seven tables here, so you’ll need to book in advance. For a relaxing end to your evening, ask if you can take desserts and teas in one of the cosy downstairs tea rooms.

Hidden in an almost desolate alley, sits a hidden cuisine gem. Serving a fusion between western dishes with Thai flavors Redbox is one of the newest restaurants arriving in Chiang Mai’s ever-growing culinary scene. A fine dining establishment that’s settings and decor match the haute dishes. Their attention to detail and ingredients cannot be overlooked as even the most straightforward items on the menu receive a meticulous treatment. Try to watch attentively as the matcha tea is made by hand. Not an uncommon thing, but when you have a sip, you will be surprised at the sweetness of the drink. According to our server this tea had no sugar added. The sweetness came from the matcha itself. Robust in flavor with sweet notes dancing on the tongue after every sip.

The first dish highly recommended at your table is the Scallop Carpaccio. A beautifully plated meal is almost too pretty to eat. Of course, you would miss out on a delicious meal. Served with extra virgin olive oil, lemon grass, and some chili peppers, this has Thai flavors embedded into every crevice. It’s a perfect dish to be eaten in the famed hot Thai days. It is refreshing, tangy, and has a slight kick from the red peppers.

Hokkaido Octopus, sous vide and finished in the high-pressure cooker. Shallot and crispy onion puree. I’m sure we all have encountered the rubbery, chewy textures that mollusk can have, that was not the case here. The octopus was very tender, and the texture was excellent. The puree complemented the consistency and taste of the octopus and balanced the dish.

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Location: 6 Jannsaap Alley, Tambon Chang Phueak, Mueang Chiang Mai District, Chiang Mai 50300