KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant
Thai food by the Khwae with a long, unhurried lunch or dinner in mind, not a quick refuel.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–22:00
- 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.
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See pricesWhy go, and how to do it well
The river does most of the work here, and that's fine by me. This is open-air Thai food on the banks of the Khwae, close enough to the Bridge on the River Kwai that you can fold it into a morning of sightseeing without much planning. Come with the intention of sitting for a while. The pace is slow, the water keeps moving, and rushing it rather defeats the point.
The kitchen sticks to Thai cooking, and the room is built around the view rather than the other way round. It works for families, couples and anyone eating alone with a book. If you're on a tight schedule between the bridge and the war cemetery, I'd eat somewhere in town instead and save this for an evening when you've nothing else on.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant, round out your day in Kanchanaburi with contrasting stops nearby.
166 Tambon Tha Ma Kham, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand
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Ice Is Safe
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KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant worth visiting?
KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,957 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Kanchanaburi.
What are the opening hours of KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant?
KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant is typically open 10:00-22:00 — 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 KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant?
The best months to visit Kanchanaburi are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in November – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (extreme heat).
Where is KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant located?
KAAN Riverkwai Restaurant is at 166 Tambon Tha Ma Kham, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand, in Kanchanaburi. Getting around Kanchanaburi: Bicycle rental (town is flat); Motorbike rental.
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