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Bai Fern Restaurant

Long-running Mae Hong Son favorite on Khunlumprapas Rd. Big menu of Thai classics with a few Western comforts, fair prices, and friendly service. Open for lunch and dinner (11am–2pm, 5–9pm). Easy choice for groups after a stroll by Jong Kham Lake.

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A Mae Hong Son classic on Khunlumprapas Road, Bai Fern is where locals and travelers sit down to a reliable Thai feast without any fuss. The dining room is spacious and relaxed, the kind of place you can park the motorbike out front, slide into a table, and get looked after with warm, unhurried service. The menu leans Thai-first with plenty of familiar favorites and a handful of traveler-friendly plates for when you want something simple. Portions are generous and prices are fair for town. It’s an easy spot to bring a group—orders land quickly and there’s enough variety to keep everyone happy. Come for lunch or an early dinner—the kitchen opens 11am–2pm and 5–9pm daily. If you’re staying out by Fern Resort, you’ll often see guests drifting into town around sunset and ending up here. Call +66 53 611 374 if you’re coordinating a meet-up or traveling with a larger crew. Practical note: Bai Fern sits on the main drag in Chong Kham, a short walk from the night market and the lake. Swing by after golden hour at Wat Chong Kham/Wai Chong Klang for a low-key, satisfying meal before turning in.