🔄 Updated 21 Jun 2026
First, an honest word: Thai wine from Khao Yai isn't cheap. A glass usually starts around 200–350 THB, and a bottle starts around 700–1,500 THB and up. The real draw is the setting — actually sitting in a working vineyard, watching the rows stretch out to the mountains, and sipping wine grown right in front of you — far more than comparing the price to imported wine. If that's the kind of atmosphere you're after, Khao Yai does it very well.
Most of the vineyards are along Thanarat Road heading up into Khao Yai, and over in the Wang Nam Khiao zone — about 20–40 minutes' drive from Pak Chong town. We'd recommend calling to book a table ahead, especially on long weekends and toward the end of the year (harvest season runs roughly January to March), because the restaurants fill up fast and some estates run wine-pairing events in timed seatings.
9 Khao Yai Vineyard Restaurants
VinCotto by GranMonte
The restaurant at GranMonte, the family vineyard that Thai wine lovers know well. The food is Western home-style with a Thai twist, adapted from the Lohitnavy family's own recipes — coq au vin, ribeye steak, red-wine braised beef, through to Thai dishes. You can sit indoors or by the pool looking out at the vine rows. The strength here is the estate's own wines, like the Chenin Blanc and Rosé, which pair nicely with the food. Over the year-end holidays they run a 5-course wine-pairing set menu in timed seatings.
The Great Hornbill Grill — PB Valley
The restaurant at PB Valley, one of the oldest and largest vineyards in Thailand. You sit in the middle of a wide estate looking out at the vine rows and the mountains. The menu spans Thai, Western, fusion, and a wood-fired pizza oven. A dish people order often is Miang Bai Angun — seasoned pork wrapped in grape leaves — which goes well with the estate's Chenin Blanc. There's also PB Pizza and river-prawn pad Thai. In high season there's live music on weekends.
The Old Barn — Village Farm & Winery
A restaurant set in an old wooden barn in the middle of Village Farm on the Wang Nam Khiao side — vineyard, resort, and restaurant all in one place. The mountain views all around are lovely. The food is Thai and Western using fresh ingredients, much of it grown on site. It's a good spot to settle in for the evening and catch the cool breeze with a glass of the estate's wine.
Silverlake Vineyard
A lakeside vineyard on the Pattaya–Khao Yai side where people love photographing the flower fields and vine rows. There's a restaurant and café on the estate serving one-plate dishes and snacks at friendly prices — a good place to stop, rest, and sip a glass of wine or coffee. It isn't focused on a serious meal like the first two, but the grounds are spacious and very photogenic.
Alcidini Winery
A small family vineyard on the Wang Nam Khiao side, focused on wine-tasting tours rather than being a full restaurant. The mood is quiet and relaxed, good for anyone who wants to chat with the actual winemaker and taste without the crowds. If you're heading here, call ahead to check whether they're serving food on the day you visit.
The Vineyard Restaurant at InterContinental Khao Yai
The InterContinental resort has its own vineyard on the grounds and runs wine-tasting sessions for guests. The resort's restaurant has lovely mountain views and luxury-hotel service — a good fit if you're already staying here or want a special meal in a nice setting. Prices run noticeably higher than the regular estate restaurants.
GranMonte — the terrace at golden hour
If you get to GranMonte too late for a full meal, try the terrace seating just outside the restaurant in the late-afternoon light. Order a glass of wine with cheese or a light snack and watch the vine rows shift color as the sun drops — a stretch of time many people say is the best part of the day. Come about an hour before sunset.
Wood-fired pizza at PB Valley
Another corner of The Great Hornbill Grill that we've called out separately because plenty of people come just for the pizza. Thin crust from the wood-fired oven, good with the estate's red wine. It's ideal for a group or family who want to share several things, seated at the outdoor tables looking out over the vineyard.
Fresh grape stalls along Thanarat Road
On the way up to the big estates you'll pass stalls and shops run by the local growers, selling fresh table grapes, fresh-pressed grape juice, and some homemade wine. These aren't proper sit-down spots with mountain views, but they're a handy stop to pick up gifts and taste cheap fresh grapes as you drive from one vineyard to the next.
How to pair Khao Yai wine
The estates around here grow a good, crisp Chenin Blanc that works with bold Thai flavors and fried dishes, while the deep-red Shiraz and Tempranillo go with steak and grilled food. If you're not sure, just tell the staff what you're eating — they'll suggest a glass that pairs well, which beats guessing.
Want to taste deeper? Try a Khao Yai food tour or cooking class
Half a day with a local who knows the lanes — or cooking a dish yourself — teaches you more than just eating. Book ahead on Klook or GetYourGuide.
How to get there and when to go
- Routes — the big estates like GranMonte and PB Valley are on the Thanarat Road side (the way up to Khao Yai National Park), while Village Farm and Alcidini are over on the Wang Nam Khiao side — opposite directions. Pick a side before you set out so you're not driving back and forth.
- Harvest season — roughly January to March, when the vine rows are full and green and some estates run grape-picking and wine-pairing events. It's the prettiest time but also the busiest, so book ahead.
- Golden hour — late afternoon into evening has the best light and isn't hot. Many kitchens close around 19:00–20:00, so don't leave it too late.
- Driving in the hills — the roads up are winding, and visibility in the evening and after rain isn't great. Drive slowly, and if you're drinking wine, have a designated non-drinking driver or use a pickup service.
Where to go if you only have time for one
A proper meal + wine lover
Go for VinCotto by GranMonte — well-made food, estate wines that pair nicely. Book a poolside table for the evening.
Coming as a group / family
Go for PB Valley — a wide estate with a wood-fired pizza oven and lots of dishes to share, and room for kids to run around.
Want a quiet overnight stay
Go for Village Farm on the Wang Nam Khiao side — dine in the wooden barn with mountain views, then stay right on the estate.
Plan a full eat-and-explore trip to Khao Yai
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