Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian
Mixed groups are where this place earns its keep. One person wants the whole grilled fish, another eats no animal products at all, and both get a proper meal instead of a plate of stir-fried vegetables and an apology. That's rarer in Hua Hin than it should be, and it's the main reason I'd point people down Soi Naresdamri to find it.
The rest is Thai standards and seafood, done in a casual, everyday sort of room rather than anything dressed up for an occasion. It isn't a special-night-out restaurant and doesn't pretend to be. If you're staying near the old pier end of town, it's an easy walk, and the kitchen keeps going long after most places have wound down. Be specific when you order if you're vegan, since a menu this broad means the kitchen is juggling fish sauce and shrimp paste at the same stations.
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Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian worth visiting?
Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian holds a 4.8★ rating from 2,207 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Hua Hin.
What are the opening hours of Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian?
Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian is typically open 11:00-00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are March – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – November (rainy season).
Where is Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian located?
Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian is at 32 Soi Naresdamri, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (blue, along main roads); Motorbike taxis.
Location Info
32 Soi Naresdamri, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand+66 88 619 1046www.facebook.com/kanchi.thai.restaurantVisitor Information
Best time to visit
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
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Where to stay near Kanchi Thai food, Seafood, Vegan and Vegetarian
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available

