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Located in the heart of Chiang Mai's Mae Rim District, La Petita Paella Restaurant is a culinary gem dedicated to authentic Spanish cuisine. The restaurant has garnered rave reviews for its exquisite paella, with patrons like Charlotte Yu praising its “super authentic” flavor, beautifully complemented by fresh salads and fine wines. The cozy ambiance is enhanced by excellent music, making for a delightful dining experience.
Food lovers have especially applauded the Sea & Mountain and Black Ink Seafood paellas, which are compared to those found in Spain. ThaiZilla even noted the friendly and hospitable nature of the staff, enhancing the experience further. Phongsan Meekunnasombat (Kay) highlighted the intricate preparation of dishes like the seafood paella and artistic potato salad, where fragrant rice brims with umami and the seafood tastes incredibly fresh.
Despite a limited menu, every dish is crafted with perfection, leaving diners like papa praemai eager to return. With many recommending reservations due to its popularity, La Petita Paella Restaurant stands out as a must-visit for anyone seeking a memorable meal infused with the heart and soul of Spanish cooking.
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- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Seating
- Table service
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- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
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- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for La Petita Paella Restaurant
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Based on 110 reviewsLa Petita Paella Restaurant in Chiang Mai is widely praised for its authentic and flavorful paella dishes, often compared favorably to those found in Spain. Reviewers consistently highlight the freshness of seafood, expertly prepared rice, and unique menu offerings like squid ink risotto. The cozy and inviting ambiance, complemented by attentive, friendly service and a welcoming atmosphere, enhances the overall dining experience. Patrons appreciate the carefully curated dishes, including standout salads, and many recommend making reservations due to the restaurant's popularity. Despite a relatively limited menu, the quality and presentation of the food leave a lasting impression, making La Petita a favored destination for those seeking genuine Spanish flavors in the region.
The food was delicious and the chef personally recommended every dish. The service was great, and the flavors were perfect for me. I've been looking for squid ink risotto at so many places and finally found it here. It was delicious. I will definitely come back again. I recommend making a reservation.
Absolutely amazing paella at La Petita ! The flavor was super authentic and paired perfectly with a fresh bowl of salad and wine . The ambiance is fantastic, with a cozy vibe and excellent music choices that make you feel right at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience near Chiangmai. Can’t wait to go back!
Very delicate preparation, amazing taste, beautiful cozy atmosphere. The potato salad is a piece of art, both the presentation, texture & taste. The seafood paella is even better! Fragrant rice full of umami. The seafood is super fresh. Reservation is essential.
The food was absolutely amazing. The paella (we had the Sea & Mountain, and the Black Ink Seafood) was so full of flavour and just as good, if not better, than the paella we've had in Spain. The chef and the staff are incredibly friendly and hospitable, always being polite abd funny and sociable. It was an hour drive for us from our house, but it was well worth it, and we're looking forward to our next time here.
didn't disappoint. love every bite of the paella. salad was also fresh and crunchy. if you are in the area you definitely should stop by. do not have an extensive menu but it is enough to make you happy.
This cozy Spanish restaurant in Chiang Mai offers a fantastic dining experience. The food is made fresh daily and is absolutely delicious, while the service is top-notch.
It's was a 10/10!! Hidden in small wooden house in Mae Rim, La Petita is one of a must homie spanish food in Chiang Mai. Not so many menu in the house. Main course is only paellas and fideva with choice of meat and vegetables for selection. Paellas and fideva takes 25 mins cooking but definitely worth the wait!! Amazing taste for both black squid ink sauce paellas and for fideva we order sea and mountain which is seafood, veggies and chicken. chicken is surprisingly delicious. 10/10 starter menu; Mediterranean salad and potato salad serve quite fast and tasty. Very friendly owner and staff!! 10/10 Warmly welcome from Ric, talented artists and chef! and P' Gae Not so many table in the house. Highly recommended for booking in advance. Parking space in front of the house. Definitely come back here again!!
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Opening hours
- Monday (Today) Closed
- Tuesday Closed
- Wednesday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Thursday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Friday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
- Saturday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM 06:00 PM - 09:30 PM
- Sunday 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM 06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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