Blackitch Artisan Kitchen

“A small, charming restaurant serving fine dining Northern Thai cuisine. The biggest 5-star plus is the service. Unfortunately, the downside is the current seasonal menu (Jan 2026). None of the dishes made us say “wow.” The food was simply okay—something you could find at a normal restaurant. There was no flavor explosion expected from fine dining, and even the presentation was not particularly impressive. If this were a casual restaurant, I would give the food 4.5 stars. However, considering this is a fine dining restaurant with higher prices, the experience did not justify the cost. I’d rate the food 3.5 stars.”

“This restaurant is a must-do experience in Chiang Mai. Firstly, the restaurant is amazingly cool, with an excellent fit-out. Secondly, the staff are warm and friendly, and know their stuff backwards, from the wine list, to the menu on offer for the evening and where all the ingredients used are sourced. Finally, the food is the star. No meal disappointed, with each plate an amazing success. The wine pairing is also excellent, with each wine matching perfectly to the meal it was accompanying.”

“Slightly disappointed with the whole experience, the food was just ok, except for the pork taco ( the only highlight ), the bowls we had were chipped giving you a feeling of “cheap”….we ordered non spicy food for our children but most of the dishes we had were actually spicy, special mention to the fish cake with lotus, my son didn’t get any replacement when we brought this issue up, instead gave us each a tiny cup of coconut water…… The service staff was attentive but clearly undertrained into fine dining standards. The decoration and most importantly the acoustics issues at the dinning area should be improved, four tables in roughly the size of a small bedroom is probably too much to ensure you don’t end up dining with the conversation of your neighbors at your table. They also offered two mocktails and a tea as complimentary when the bill came to apologize for the spicy issues but the overall experience doesn’t live up to the hype.”

“Background. Asian, so have tried many different type of Asian (Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, etc.) cuisines around the world and at home, so may be picky. Food: 5/10. Out of 12 dishes, 1 really great dish and 1 exceptional desert dish. The rest were okay, nothing great or memorable about them. Favor wise, most were mild/simple favor. Service: 8/10 great service. Server spend time explaining about each dish and their English is very understandable. Value: 2/10. For 6,000 baht for two before drinks, the food was only decent. Only 1 memorable desert and the rest were decent. Even for half the price it wouldn’t justify the cost. Overall, 5/10. Would not recommend. Read lots of great review here so wanted to try. We had high expectation but they did not come close to meeting it.”

“Blackitch Artisan Kitchen – A Creative, Locally-Sourced Experience with Room for Polish Located above a dessert kitchen in Chiang Mai's Nimmanhaemin neighbourhood, Blackitch Artisan Kitchen is an intimate, 16-seat restaurant helmed by Chef Phanuphol "Black" Bulsuwan, a former civil engineer celebrated for his innovative use of hyper-local and foraged Thai ingredients . The restaurant holds a **MICHELIN Plate** distinction in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand, recognized for its creative, seasonally-driven tasting menus that blend Thai and international influences . The Highlights - **Ingredient-Driven Menu**: The restaurant excels at showcasing Northern Thailand's diverse produce. The commitment to local, seasonal ingredients is clear, resulting in a modern Northern Thai cuisine that feels both authentic and inventive . - **Welcoming Management**: The manager provides a warm and welcoming greeting, creating a friendly initial atmosphere. - **Thoughtful Portions and Plating**: Dishes are nicely presented, and the progression of the meal is well-proportioned, leaving you satisfied without being overwhelmed. Areas for Improvement - **Disorganized First Impression**: The entrance and reception area lacks organization, with cluttered tables and no dedicated host. This is surprising for a restaurant of this caliber and creates an unpolished first impression. - **Uneven Service Flow**: While the managers are knowledgeable and passionately explain each dish, the rest of the staff function primarily as food runners. With a complex tasting menu, having more experienced staff to assist with explanations would greatly enhance the dining experience and allow managers to engage more deeply with guests. - **No Standout "Wow" Dish**: Although all dishes were good and well-executed, the menu lacked a single, memorable highlight that truly wowed and left a lasting impression. The Verdict A solid choice for experiencing upscale, inventive Northern Thai cuisine in a casual yet refined setting. While the value proposition may not strongly compel a return visit for you personally, it remains a restaurant you would confidently recommend to friends seeking this specific culinary experience.”