At a Glance#
| Restaurant | Award | Cuisine | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Som Tum Jinda | Bib Gourmand | Isan | ฿฿ |
| Mok | Bib Gourmand | Thai | ฿฿ |
| Agave | Bib Gourmand | Vietnamese | ฿฿ |
| Pae Araya | Selected Restaurants | Thai | ฿฿ |
| View Mun | Selected Restaurants | Isan | ฿฿ |
| Indochine | Selected Restaurants | Vietnamese | ฿฿ |
Where to Eat#
Som Tum Jinda#
Holding a Bib Gourmand award, Som Tum Jinda specializes in somtum dishes prepared by chef-owner Jinda. She first plied her trade back in 1974. Operating in the ฿฿ price tier, this venue focuses on traditional Isan flavors centred around expertly pounded papaya salads. Diners should choose this establishment to experience longevity and dedication to a single, iconic regional specialty crafted by a veteran practitioner who has honed her craft across decades.

Mok#
Mok is a Bib Gourmand recipient serving Thai cuisine within the ฿฿ price tier. Stepping into this two-storey house feels like visiting a friend’s welcoming home, featuring a snug dining area. Guests should visit this location for a relaxed meal in a residential atmosphere that offers comforting Thai dishes away from standard commercial dining rooms.
Agave#
Agave earned a Bib Gourmand designation for its Vietnamese cuisine offered at the ฿฿ price tier. The owner, an agave plant enthusiast, has adorned this cosy space with agave plants throughout. Patrons choose this venue to enjoy regional Vietnamese specialties surrounded by a distinct botanical interior design that reflects the owner’s personal passion.
Pae Araya#
Pae Araya is featured in the Selected Restaurants category with a Thai menu priced at ฿฿. Located where the Mekong meets the Mun River, this floating restaurant enjoys a cooling breeze and gentle undercurrents. Visitors select this spot to dine directly over the water while taking in river views and local atmospheric conditions.
View Mun#
View Mun is recognized in the Selected Restaurants list, serving Isan fare at the ฿฿ price tier. This riverside restaurant is decorated in a dark regal style featuring black painted wood with red and gold accents. Diners opt for this location to enjoy robust Isan dishes in a dramatic interior setting overlooking the water.
Indochine#
Indochine appears in the Selected Restaurants guide, offering Vietnamese cuisine in the ฿฿ price tier. This long-standing family-run restaurant has been serving the community for decades, with roots firmly planted in Vietnamese culinary traditions. People visit to experience generational recipes handed down over many years in a welcoming family environment.
Compare#
| Restaurant | Award | Cuisine | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Som Tum Jinda | Bib Gourmand | Isan | ฿฿ | Papaya salad specialists |
| Mok | Bib Gourmand | Thai | ฿฿ | Home-style dining |
| Agave | Bib Gourmand | Vietnamese | ฿฿ | Botanical-themed meals |
| Pae Araya | Selected Restaurants | Thai | ฿฿ | Floating river views |
| View Mun | Selected Restaurants | Isan | ฿฿ | Regal riverside dining |
| Indochine | Selected Restaurants | Vietnamese | ฿฿ | Multi-generational recipes |

FAQ#
How far in advance should I book?#
Most Michelin-recognized eateries in Ubon Ratchathani operate on a walk-in basis, especially casual street food stalls and family-run venues. However, arriving early during peak lunch or dinner hours is recommended for popular riverside spots like Pae Araya and View Mun.

Are there vegetarian options?#
Given the variety of Isan, Thai, and Vietnamese cuisines available across the Michelin selection, vegetarian dishes can generally be accommodated by requesting modifications, particularly regarding fish sauce and meat broths in noodle or salad preparations.
What is the dress code?#
The dress code across these Bib Gourmand and Selected venues is casual and relaxed, fitting the local climate and riverside settings. Comfortable everyday clothing is appropriate for all listed restaurants.
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