Bangkok, Thailand — Tammang operates as a fully plant-based Isaan (also spelled Isaan) eatery in Bangkok, marking the first and sole completely vegan restaurant in Thailand to earn a spot in the MICHELIN Guide. Designated as MICHELIN Selected in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand and categorized as an economical, wallet-friendly dining spot, Tammang concentrates on plant-driven interpretations of Northeastern Thai (Isaan) cuisine — featuring its own in-house vegan *pla ra* (fermented “fish” sauce) crafted from soybeans, house-fermented vegan fish sauce, and genuine Isaan-style grilled offerings — created so that both vegan and non-vegan guests can share a table together.

For travelers seeking Bangkok’s finest vegan restaurant, or for authentic Thai cuisine that is entirely plant-based, Tammang delivers an experience almost unparalleled worldwide: the intense, spicy, umami-rich essence of Isaan cooking, reconstructed completely from plants — at accessible prices, with dishes beginning at merely 65 baht.

A Fresh Era for Thai Vegan Cuisine

Isaan food — the culinary tradition of Thailand’s northeast — is celebrated for its intense chili heat, tanginess, and deep savory “nua” (umami). Yet it is also a cuisine traditionally built upon fish sauce, fermented fish (pla ra), and grilled meats, rendering it one of the most challenging Thai regional cuisines to replicate without animal-derived ingredients.

Tammang set out to tackle precisely that challenge, unraveling the tastes of fish sauce, pla ra, and meat and reconstructing them entirely from plants. The restaurant’s name reflects its purpose: “Tam” echoes the mortar and pestle fundamental to Isaan cooking, and “Mang” abbreviates *mangsawirat* in Thai or vegetarian in English. Tammang signifies merging traditional Isaan methods with 100% plant-driven creativity to reproduce the flavors Thai diners already recognize and cherish.

That strategy earned the restaurant its MICHELIN Guide listing — a milestone no fully vegan restaurant in Thailand had previously achieved, and evidence that plant-based Isaan fare can stand beside the nation’s most acclaimed kitchens.

“When a global organization like GFI takes an interest in our innovation and joins us to exchange knowledge, it tells us that plant-based Isaan food has the potential to grow all the way to the world stage,” said Kittichoke Veratecha, Founder and Managing Director of Tammang.

The Global Food Community Is Taking Notice

On 14 May 2026, attracted by Tammang’s plant-based meat innovation, the Good Food Institute (GFI) — a prominent international nonprofit focused on alternative proteins and the future of food — participated in a workshop hosted by Tammang titled “The Future of Isaan Soul,” to examine and exchange insights toward advancing meat-free cuisine. This opportunity allowed Tammang to present Thailand’s plant-based culinary expertise on a global platform.

Tammang has also appeared multiple times on Thai national television, featured on well-known programs such as Krua Khun Toi, Chae, Rob Wan, Kong Sod Phot Mu, Sod Hai Du Mu Hai Pang, and Phu Ying Yok Kam Lang Jaew. Most recently, Tammang was welcomed into the house of True Academy Fantasia (TrueAF2026) — one of Thailand’s most renowned 24-hour reality singing competitions — to serve its plant-based Isaan dishes to the contestants. This marked the first instance of vegetarian and vegan food being featured on a reality show followed by Thailand’s younger demographic, signaling that plant-based eating is reaching a broader audience and gaining wider acceptance.

Tammang was also chosen to receive the “Delicious & Well-Connected” (อร่อยเด็ด เน็ตแรง) mark from True5G Signal of Deliciousness, a partnership between True Corporation and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) that highlights exceptional restaurants nationwide to promote Thai cuisine as soft power. Tammang was the only vegan restaurant among those honored at the launch event at Charoen Nakhon Hall, ICONSIAM — where its dishes attracted enthusiastic crowds, with many visitors unable to tell the food was vegan.

Flavor You Can Experience

What distinguishes Tammang is its artisan, clean-label philosophy: the restaurant crafts its plant-based meats manually, without the lengthy additive lists common in many mass-produced meat alternatives. Tammang designs every dish around all five senses — sight, smell, touch, sound, and taste — so the experience mirrors the original as faithfully as possible.

A few signature elements behind the restaurant’s flavor:

• House-made vegan pla ra and vegan fish sauce. Tammang produces its own vegan pla ra (fermented “fish”) from soybeans, and ferments its own vegan fish sauce for two to three months using fermented soybeans together with kombu seaweed, roasted sticky rice, and mushrooms — drawing out the natural umami that replaces pla ra and fish sauce in Isaan cooking. The MICHELIN Guide itself observes that Tammang preserves the richness of the original by substituting fish sauce with fermented soybeans.
• Vegan grilled pork nam tok. One of Tammang’s earliest signature dishes — one it formerly sold at Siam Paragon in the mall’s early days, generating long queues. Freshly grilled and tossed in a spicy larb dressing, it looks and tastes like the authentic Isaan original.
• Authentic Isaan-style grilled dishes. Tammang’s plant-based grilled menu delivers the aroma, flavor, and texture of the genuine article.

Made for Everyone at the Table

Tammang’s fundamental concept is straightforward: no matter your eating lifestyle, everyone can enjoy Tammang together. A vegan and a non-vegan can sit side by side and both relish the same authentic Isaan meal. The food isn’t presented as “vegan food” — it’s Isaan food that everyone at the table can share, at everyday prices starting at 65 baht.

For visitors to Bangkok hoping to experience genuine Thai flavor without compromise, Tammang is a destination that deserves a top spot on the list.

Visit Tammang

Tammang operates two branches in Bangkok, both open daily from 10:30 to 21:00 (last order 20:30):

• Rama 2 Branch — at the beginning of Rama 2 Road, near Bangpakok 9 Hospital.
• Sathorn–Charoenrat Branch — in front of Howard Square Hotel, near the PTT gas station.

Menu and details: www.tammang.com · Delivery via Grab and Lineman: www.tammang.com/delivery · Tel. +66 65 191 6626

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tammang fully vegan?

Yes. Tammang is a 100% plant-based restaurant. Every dish, including its pla ra, fish sauce, and “meats,” is made entirely without animal products.

Is Tammang recognized by Michelin?

Yes. Tammang is listed as MICHELIN Selected in the 2026 MICHELIN Guide Thailand, making it the first and only fully vegan restaurant in Thailand to be recognized in the MICHELIN Guide.

Is Tammang expensive?

No. The MICHELIN Guide rates Tammang as a budget-friendly, affordable restaurant, with dishes starting at 65 baht.

What kind of food does Tammang serve?

Tammang serves 100% plant-based Isaan (Northeastern Thai) cuisine. Highlights include its house-made vegan pla ra (from soybeans), house-fermented vegan fish sauce, and authentic Isaan-style grilled dishes.

Where is Tammang located?

Tammang has two branches in Bangkok: one on Rama 2 Road near Bangpakok 9 Hospital, and one in the Sathorn–Charoenrat area in front of Howard Square Hotel. Both are open daily from 10:30 to 21:00.

Can non-vegans enjoy Tammang too?

Yes. Tammang is designed so vegan and non-vegan diners can share the same meal. The food recreates the authentic taste of Isaan cuisine, so everyone at the table can enjoy it together.

Is Tammang good for tourists visiting Bangkok?

Yes. For travelers looking for authentic Thai food, vegan dining, or a unique culinary experience in Bangkok, Tammang offers plant-based versions of classic Isaan dishes found almost nowhere else in the world — at affordable prices.