Located at 1095 Road, 50150, Rai Cha Lung Detch is a celebrated destination in Thailand that boasts authentic flavors and a rich cultural atmosphere. Known for its welcoming ambiance and diverse menu, this establishment attracts both locals and travelers seeking genuine Thai cuisine.
Nestled in the heart of Thailand, Rai Cha Lung Detch exemplifies the essence of traditional Thai dining. Visitors will find a menu bursting with vibrant tastes, crafted from locally sourced ingredients that reflect the region’s culinary heritage. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for family gatherings or special occasions. Each dish tells a story, allowing patrons to savor the intricate flavors developed through time-honored recipes. The friendly staff is dedicated to providing an exceptional dining experience, ensuring that every visit is memorable. Whether you are enjoying a classic dish or exploring new flavors, Rai Cha Lung Detch captures the spirit of Thai cuisine in a truly delightful way.
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Rai Cha Lung Detch is perched on a picturesque hilltop overlooking 1095 Road, 50150, Thailand
This beautiful location is most certainly off the beaten track and so I would be surprised if it features in any guide books. We were taken here by a local acquaintance. He had never been before, but said it had been recommended by a friend. There is no signage from the road and so it took some time to find, but was totally worth the effort. We drove here from Chiang Mai and it took under 2 hours, through some fantastic scenery with stunning views. The tea plantation is small, relative to the commercial operations I had previously visited in Darjeeling. It is managed by the owner, who started growing tea-plants 20 years ago, as part of the ‘Royal Project’ initiative. He does all the tending by hand. As a result, the area is quite small, but the quality of the tea is superb. We sampled both white tea and green tea, and the owner’s own roasted coffee ( – not sure we should own up to that on a tea plantation!), which was delicious. Unfortunately, although small packets of tea are for sale, we couldn’t buy the coffee beans as the owner doesn’t roast enough to sell. In addition to sampling the tea (and coffee), we had the most delicious meal of our entire trip here. It included an extremely tasty fish soup, along with a tea-leaf omelette (surprisingly more-ish) and deep-fried tea leaves with a chilli dipping sauce (easily as tasty as chips, but maybe slightly healthier?). The deep-fried chicken just melted in the mouth! The owner doesn’t speak English beyond a few words, although we did manage to communicate amusingly using actions and gestures. However, it is worth visiting with someone who can translate from Thai, due to the fact that there is so much to learn about tea-planting, growing, and picking. The demand for the white tea grown here (most of which is apparently shipped to France) is currently outstripping the supply. We were slightly bothered by a rather large wasp when the food was brought out. It seemed to take a liking to me in particular, which I found a bit disconcerting. However, the owner came to the rescue with a couple of long-handled fans, and he stood guard over the table while we ate, so that our feast was accompanied by the gentle ‘whooshing’ sound of the fans. He mentioned that these are the sort of wasps that you don’t want to kill, as they then give off particular pheromones that communicate to all their friends that they need to come and attack…