The Best Breakfast Spots in Isan

With its local charm and renown for the Isan spicy salad, which has a long history spanning over 50 years, this place in Nakhon Ratchasima is a favourite among locals. The Isan dishes are cooked using house recipes passed down from "Khun Somphit," the owner. The homemade Isan fermented pork sausage and authentic lab are particularly delightful when paired with sticky rice.

It all began as a local homemade product souvenir shop in Khon Kaen before expanding into a local breakfast spot. They still cook in the Thai-Chinese style using homemade products like Chinese pork sausage, Isan pork sausage, and sweet dried shredded pork. The menu boasts a variety of flavourful dishes. Highly recommend to try the baked rice and Chinese pork sausage.

The shop in Khon Kaen is open nearly 24 hours every day, making it incredibly convenient for food enthusiasts. The Yentafo, a distinctively pink noodle dish, here has been cooked using a family recipe for over 40 years, boasting a rich and robust flavour profile thanks to its quality ingredients. The homemade fried taro is equally delightful, offering a satisfying crunch with its crispy exterior and generous filling of taro meat, all expertly seasoned to perfection.

One of the iconic Vietnamese dumpling spots in Ubon Ratchathani opens early and serves until noon. Each dish is freshly made to order, with the owner expertly preparing the dumplings in front of the steamer. The dumpling flour is light, and the filling is well-seasoned, making it a perfect match for the homemade sweet chilli sauce for dipping.

If you're in search of a decent breakfast in Udon Thani, Peng Duck Noodles is a top choice. The ducks here are carefully selected, with tender meat and a delightful seasoning from the house recipe. They offer both duck noodle soup and duck with rice, with the doors opening early in the morning and bustling with activity come lunchtime.