Krabi Food: 26 hand-picked places

A restaurant serving Indian and Thai dishes, plus seafood, with halal options and vegetarian and vegan choices. The butter chicken is rich and tender, and the naan is fluffy. Outdoor seating is available.

A restaurant serving Southern Thai cuisine and fresh seafood. The shrimp Pad Thai is sweet and savory, while chicken Massaman curry goes especially well with Thai roti. Dine outdoors among the trees and greenery.

An Indian and Thai restaurant on Ao Nang Beach Road. Chicken tawa is served on a sizzling hot plate, and the onion bhaji is crisp and not too greasy. Outdoor seating is available.

A Thai restaurant serving seafood alongside vegetarian dishes. The Pad Thai is stir-fried with a sweet-and-sour sauce, while the cashew vegetable stir-fry has a rich, nutty flavor. Passion fruit juice makes a refreshing accompaniment.

A vegetarian restaurant centered on Indian cuisine, with Thai and Nepali dishes too. The menu includes legume and vegetable curries such as aloo matar, rajma, and mixed vegetable curry. You can request onion- and garlic-free meals; the quiet interior is a pleasant place to dine.

A family-run Thai restaurant with wooden bungalow seating tucked into a jungle garden. The grilled sea bream is crisp outside and tender inside, while the seafood soup comes with tender shrimp and squid. A peaceful spot for a meal away from the crowds.

A family-run restaurant serving Isan dishes and local seafood alongside pizza and burgers. The som tam and larb are fragrant with fresh herbs, and visitors particularly enjoy the tom yum. Pancakes and eggs Benedict make for a good breakfast.

A floating restaurant where you can choose seafood from aquaculture tanks. The steamed mantis shrimp with lemongrass and Thai herbs is fragrant and springy. Pair your meal with a boat ride beside the Krabi River and mangrove forest.

A small Thai restaurant on Soi Maharat 10, with simple outdoor seating that’s great for an unfussy meal. The pad see ew has a lovely smoky wok-char aroma, and there are vegetarian options such as vegetable pad Thai and clear tofu soup.

A family-run Thai restaurant best known for its chicken khao soi. Dip the noodles into fragrant coconut curry broth, and consider adding pad Thai or mango sticky rice. The outdoor seating has a warm, home-cooked feel.

A Thai restaurant offering both seafood and vegetarian dishes. The Pad Thai comes in generous portions, while the rich Panang curry is a good choice for those who like bold flavors. You can dine with a sea view.

A cozy, family-run Thai restaurant serving pad Thai, Massaman curry, and mango sticky rice. You can ask for tofu in the curry for a lighter option.

A Thai food and seafood restaurant tucked down an alley. The pepper prawns pair fresh seafood with a fragrant pepper kick, and the curries tend to be spicy. Outdoor seating is available.

A Thai restaurant serving beef noodle soup and chicken dishes. The beef noodles are known for their rich broth, and pad see ew is a popular favorite.

An izakaya serving both Japanese and Thai dishes, with a cocktail bar on the second floor. The ebi tempura brings out the shrimp’s savory flavor, while tom yum goong is a tangy, spicy soup. Head upstairs after dinner for a house-made cocktail.

A fusion restaurant serving French and Thai cuisine. Beef bourguignon is 380 baht and Massaman curry with lamb shank is 480 baht. Vintage furniture and open windows create a cozy atmosphere.

A floating seafood restaurant connected to a fish farm, where local seafood is cooked to order. The sour curry with grouper and young coconut shoots brings together freshly ground curry paste and the fish’s natural sweetness.

A Western-style restaurant on the 6th-floor rooftop. Its wood-fired pizzas have crisp crusts, and the menu also features house-made pasta and grilled meats. The open-air seating is a lovely spot for dinner with views of the limestone cliffs and sunset.

A floating restaurant serving fresh seafood and Thai cuisine. Signature dishes include yam som-o and garlic-rich soft-shell crab. In the evening, enjoy live music and views of the river and Khao Khanab Nam.

A small Thai restaurant known for its fish and seafood. The whole steamed fish with soy sauce and ginger is light and delicate, while the som tam topped with crispy fish has a satisfying crunch. There’s a calm indoor dining area and outdoor seating.

A hillside Thai and seafood restaurant with sweeping views of the sea and mountains. Steamed fish with du si sauce is a signature dish, and the outdoor swing chairs are a lovely spot for sunset.

An Indian and Thai restaurant with vegetarian and vegan options. The chicken tikka masala has a comforting, home-style flavor, while the butter chicken isn’t overly sweet. Freshly baked garlic naan makes a great accompaniment.

A family-run restaurant opened in 1979, serving Southern Thai dishes alongside Thai-Chinese favorites. The Southern food is flavorful without being overly spicy, and the tofu topped with crab meat comes with a rich sauce. Seating is available indoors with air conditioning and outdoors.

Dine on southern Thai seafood in a pavilion beside a pond. Grilled fish with salted fermented shrimp and stir-fried bai liang with egg bring out the region’s distinctive flavors. It’s a relaxing spot to eat while taking in the greenery and mountain views.

A seafood and grill restaurant beside the Ao Nang beachfront promenade. The lobster is tender and pairs beautifully with garlic butter sauce. Enjoy ocean views and live acoustic guitar.

A hilltop Thai restaurant with views over Ao Nang and the Andaman Sea. Southern-style crab curry with cha-plu leaves is aromatic and rich, while the Hilltop Sunset cocktail, made with rum and fruit juice, is sweet and refreshing. Choose from outdoor terrace or indoor seating.