Cafe making a variety of food and drinks including pita wraps, panini sandwiches, salads, smoothie bowls, and churros as well as a serving gelato and a large selection of cakes. Has extensive drinks menu, and uses imported almond, soy and oat milks. Run by a chemist turned vegan-chef-alchemist. Est. 2017 as Churro Gato Cafe & Churreria at 4/2 Soi 6, T. Siphum A. Muang, rebranded, relocated, and turned all-vegan in 2019. Open Mon-Sun 10:00am-10:00pm.
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72 Thippanet Rd, Hai Ya, Chiang Mai, Thailand, 50100
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116 Reviews
First Review by LilacHippy
Plant Sugar
Points +70
Nice mix of flavors and very friendly staff - Edit
Had a great experience at Alchemy Vegan here in Chiang Mai. I tried the carrot cake which brought be back to Denmark. The cake was very taste with a nice balance of salt and sugar - maybe brown sugar, but the alchemists always have a secret.
Read moreAnd also two wraps that were also very interesting and filling. After the two wraps I was full. No need for rice. I can usually eat 3-4 cups of rice with toppings for dinner.
Compared to the experience I feel the price is good and in the lower end.
Pros: Nice atmosphere, Low price, Interesting food
Cons: Missing a good salsa with the wraps
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Vegan4poops
Points +20
Delicious food, - Edit
In a lovely spot adjacent the Somphet market. Great people watching opportunities and an energetic buzz happening around you while still retaining a relaxed vibe.
Read moreMango banana pash - 80B - delicious meal, not sure if it would fill up everyone though
Vegballs roasted aubergine - 120B - great ingredients and felt healthy and wholesome...but I could eat another 2 servings, underwhelmed by the size.
Coffee - added sweetener to iced Americano without asking, but otherwise yum - they ground fresh beans.
"Anticipate a clean bowel movement later" - Vegan4poops
Pros: All vegan, healthy, delicious
Cons: Small portions
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anna1988
Points +1038
Good Bowl - Edit
Had the pumkin pie smoothie bowl. I liked it a lot and it was not too sweet :D
Read morePros: All vegan, Tasty
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KellyKrueger
Points +148
Lovely breakfast - Edit
Found this nice place walking around. Had a (fresh!!) Vegan hot choclat, sooooo good!
Read moreAlso had the silken tofu and roasted pumpkin on toast. Nice and filling!
The owner told me he made vegan carrot cake so in the afternoon I came back and had a big piece of the best carrot cake ever!!
Updated from previous review on 2020-03-04
Pros: Nice street with little market across, Fresh hot choclat , Also sell churros and ice cream
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JadeC
Points +299
Great Owner, Tasty Food! - Edit
The owner of this shop is really nice and is quite knowledgeable about the local area. We chatted about Thailand and veganism and churros! This was my first churro and it tasted amazing! Also ordered the Roasted Pumpkin Date panini which was really tasty!
Read morePros: Lots of options, Churros, Friendly owner
Cons: Had to wait a while, Slightly expensive
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Stephanie_Sparrow
Points +350
Yum, yum, and yum! - Edit
I had the pumpkin date panini which was outstanding and the jamaicano smoothie that taste like carrot cake. Everything was delicious and fresh. The staff prepares the food in the open kitchen which can be seen from the tables.
Read moreCons: Plastic straws😒
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KajaChang
Points +214
Tasty food, lovely staff! - Edit
The kitchen is open again!
Read moreWe had a panini, pita wrap and two smoothees. Everything was tasty and fresh made. You get a glas of water for free.
I will come back for the cakes for sure.
Pros: All vegan, Tasty
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MiaCohen
Points +1793
Cake!! - Edit
I think alchemy is currently only open for drinks and cake, possibly due to kitchen renovations. I tried the chocolate cake, which was nice and decadent! Nice to have some vegan cakes that are actual cake rather than heathy date/nut slices. I’d be keen to come back once they are serving food again
Read moreElGatoAdrian
Thanks for the lovely review. We are now open for the FULL MENU including Paninis, Pita-Wraps, Smoothie bowls, On-Toast as well as Cakes. Our Churros coming soon (eta 2-3 weeks). :)
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a_vegan_abroad
Points +55
Awesome vegan spot!! - Edit
Great experience from the smiley, bubbly server to the super friendly owner and the wholesome, homemade food. Everything tasted so fresh and there are lots of options on the menu! The owner was working on a new cake when we visited, so he gave us a piece in exchange for our honest feedback (which, by the way, was very positive feedback.. sooo yummy 😋). The owner is very dedicated to providing healthy, vegan, delicious, and original/creative food. Just got back to Chiang Mai, and I'm very excited to try more cakes and their coffee/tea!
Read morePros: Vegan, Awesome staff and owner, Homemade/creative dishes
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dingo
Points +902
Good food in a convenient location - Edit
I normally only eat Thai food, but was interested to try the wraps here that I recently saw reviewed by other vegans in town and posted on their facebook page.
Read moreI was particularly interested to try what they call their VegBall & vegan cheese. I selected my wrap and watched it being prepared. There is quite a bit of preparation toasting and grilling the ingredients. I was happy with the end result. The creamy cheese made from almond has a great flavor. I would have liked some hot sauce or chilies to liven the taste because that's just the way I am.
The restaurant is pleasant. The low ceiling entrance gives it a hole in the wall feeling, but it opens out into an area with enough large tables & seating. The location is great for me opposite Somphet market.
I can see this is going to be a popular place for cake lovers and vegan coffee drinkers. I even met an old friend while I was there, so that was a bonus and added to the good vibe.
Pros: Fresh ingredients prepared B4 your eyes, VegBall & vegan cheese taste great, Convenient location
Cons: No chili or hot sauce available.
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romatz
Points +71
So dang awesome. - Edit
We LOVED this place! We had iced
Read moreMocha, chocolate cake, and a smoothie bowl (breakfast of champs!! 😂) and it was all decadent and perfect. The woman who made our food was friendly and attentive. This place is great! Don’t miss it.
Pros: Vegan, Delicious, Location
Cons: None
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LjEsquire
Points +46
Delicious and healthy Smoothie Bowl - Edit
I ordered the Pina Colada Smoothie Bowl, it was fresh and delicious. The Soy latte coffee was excellent also. The girl serving me was very friendly and it was a quiet and cozy place to chill and relax for a while. Price was very cheap and I will come back and try some more from the menu, the cakes looked divine.
Read morePros: well priced, quality food, quality coffee
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Littleriches
Points +70
Good experience - Edit
Nice service, food with love! Good coffee!
Read morePros: Pesto Sandwich is so good with cashew cheese, Good coffee, Taste Thai milk tea
Cons: Chocolate cake is too sweet for me, Environment
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shanevegantriathlete
Points +115
Hearty, wholesome, and made with love - Edit
I had a great experience at Alchemy Vegan. Really enjoyed their vege balls and avocado wrap and the chocolate cake was unbelievable! Best I’ve had in the world. So moist haha. The restaurant is comfortable and the western owner is great for conversation and you can tell he is very passionate about the food he makes.
Read morePros: All vegan , Cheap, Hearty sized meals
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TheHoneymooners
Points +16
Super nice owner, great coffee and cake!!! - Edit
Adrian the owner is super nice and welcoming. We have visited twice and if we were staying in Chiang Mai for longer we would be regulars! The menu is 100% vegan, the coffees are strong and they have almond milk! The prices are definitely affordable and not overpriced. You must try the cakes, they are to superb!!
Read morePros: Amazing cakes, Great coffee, Friendly staff
Cons: None!
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LilacHippy
Points +12996
NOW FULLY VEGAN - YESSS! - Edit
This cafe has been around for a few years but switched from veg-friendly to fully vegan summer 2019. The menu includes healthy western options such as a range of smoothie bowls, paninis and salad bowls. Has vegan cheese some of which are self-made so won't be found at other places in Chiang Mai, where vegan cheese is very limited.
Read moreThe paninis and smoothie bowls taste fantastic but the real winner for me at this place is the coffee and the cake. The coffee is the best I have tasted in Chiang Mai and a variety of plant milks are offered. They also make their own cakes. Vegan cakes are not that hard to find in Chiang Mai but it is very hard to find decent, decadent cakes, which this place certainly offers.
The prices are reasonable and the location is prime right on Somphet Market. So happy this place has gone fully vegan, I'll now be visiting often.
The manager is an awesome friendly guy who is always open to new ideas, and the waitress is also very sweet. This place will no doubt just keep improving! Bring it on!!
Updated from previous review on 2018-01-07
Pros: Great CAKE!, All vegan!, Cosy, diner style setting
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parsie89
Points +51
Best cake ever - Edit
We shared two (big) pieces of cake and a Thai Milk Tea and everything was just great. The cream Butter-Peach Cake was delicious but you should also try the chocolate cake! Staff is also very nice! :)
Read morePros: Vegan cakes!
Cons: None
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vegobiffen
Points +82
Best chocolate cake ever - Edit
Friendly staff and good food!
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AndreeaApostol
Points +69
Friendly staff and delicious cake - Edit
When we arrived at the place we were a little bit surprised about the place, looks like it is not finished yet...but the staff was very welcoming and decide to stay for a wrap and coffee!
Read moreThe owner is very friendly and he talks with passion about his food and vegan cheese and fermentation that he has in the cafe and about his delicious chocolate cake.
The wrap was very tasty and my son had a delicious banana ice cream and we decided also about a slice of chocolate cake...was amazing!!
Pros: Not a large menu but good one
Cons: Ok
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VeganMarine
Points +295
Vegan backpacker - Edit
This was a fun surprise, we had seen churros on happy cow hoping for a treat. However, concept change was under way and churros will only be seasonal from what I'm told by the owner. This does not in any way take away from the fact of what is going on here. We will be returning for lunch at a later date but had a Thai tea and slice of cake before leaving, let me tell you that cake was sensational, it was amazingly moist and a must try. The Thai tea was delicious as well, the owner took the time to make proper tea, steeping for the exact right time, I watched him do this for matcha as well. Anyone who knows good tea and matcha knows this is the way to go, so to find this being done in Thailand was a treat in itself. Please stop by and have a chat with this owner like we did (for an hour!) Well worth it. Cheers.
Read morePros: Properly made teas&matcha with outstanding cake
Cons: Until further review...
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LomaRatawan
Points +24
Very Nice Service - Edit
Apparently the store is under a construction, but the owner let me in anyway and serve me a nice cream and his homemade caramel sauce. ❤️
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Ashlietl
Points +62
Wish I could give 5 stars - Edit
I haven’t had a churro in years and was so excited to find this little restaurant
Read morePros: Coconut caramel sauce and chocolate sauce! , Delicious churros , Banana nice cream
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oachkatzl80
Points +463
Great churros - Edit
Since my wife is a vegan Filipina, we had to stop here and we loved it...
Read moreThe owner is extremely nice and friendly so it's defently a must if you are around in chiang mai
Pros: Maxing churros
Cons: None
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ChloéSeguin
Points +30
Pour un délicieux goûter - Edit
Gérant très agréable dans un lieu trop mignon avec pleins de chats très beaux et joueurs. Le cake vegan au chocolat est vraiment trop bon et le chocolat chaud espagnol rappelle vraiment celui de la bas.
Read morePros: Beaucoup d'options vegan
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Ellatraveling
Points +45
Mmm - Edit
Great churros and great guy. Very nice will go back. Has vegan chocolate dip :D
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MikeUrsel
Points +204
Great little place! - Edit
Came in for vegan paninis. Ate vegan paninis, churros, and vegan ice cream! Great food. Adrian, the proprietor, super nice willing to mix up the vegan options in any panini. Awesome almond-based cheez
Read morePros: Good variety, Friendly staff, Vegan cheez!
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SamartJoeSrisoda
Points +17
Avocado, panini's and churo. The best - Edit
Really loved this place. Opposite of the local market.
Read moreReally nice environment
Pros: Avocado, Work every day, Bread
Cons: Out of cakes so fast, Organic coffee
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