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Taraburee (ธาราบุรี)
Restaurants & Food
Kanchanaburi

Taraburee (ธาราบุรี)

4.4(1,348 reviews)$$$$

Taraburee is a raft restaurant moored along Songkwai Road in central Kanchanaburi, offering a distinct dining experience directly on the River Kwai. The floating setting gives the venue a relaxed, open-air atmosphere that standard town restaurants cannot match, and the unobstructed water views make it a popular stop for both passing travellers and local diners. Live music occasionally features in the evenings, with solo performers adding to the unhurried riverside mood. The menu centres on authentic local Thai cuisine, with Tom Yum and fried fish among the regularly ordered dishes. Flavours are generally well-regarded by visitors, with several reviewers highlighting the freshness of ingredients and depth of seasoning. Quieter periods — particularly weekday afternoons — tend to deliver the most attentive service and the most comfortable dining experience. It is worth noting that some dishes have drawn mixed feedback on portion size relative to price, so expectations are worth calibrating accordingly. Good to know: Taraburee is open every day from 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM, making it a reliable option throughout any Kanchanaburi itinerary. Arriving around an hour before sunset is a popular approach for those wanting a riverside table in good light, though tables near the water may need to be prepared on request, so a short wait during busier periods should be expected. The restaurant sits within easy reach of central Kanchanaburi and pairs naturally with visits to nearby town landmarks.

Experience hints

Mid-range

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Visitor Reviews

Taraburee (ธาราบุรี) is a wonderful riverside vibe restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious. Authentic Local Thai cuisine. Every dish is full of flavor and fresh. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The owner is Amazing and full of fun, the staff are friendly, attentive, and provide excellent service They make you feel welcome and well taken care of throughout the meal. If you’re looking for a place to enjoy great food good riverside in Karnchanaburi, Taraburee is a fantastic choice. Highly recommended!

Wow! We ate here on a Monday afternoon and had the whole place to ourselves!very clean, quick professional service, gorgeous river views, and the food was delicious! Thank you for the wonderful lunch!

Raft restaurant with a lovely few on the river. Live music was nice, solo performer with Neil Young repertoire. Food: Fried fish was okay, but small for its price, Tom Yum was richly filled with seafood, the taste was strong. Pad Khao Phu, the crab was maybe in the river, found nothing in the rice. Staff: We came early in the late afternoon, about 5 pm. A lot of staff present, you sipp a bit of your coke, and they rush to fill your glasses up. We had the Tom Yum served without any bowl and spoon, we had to ask the waitress two times for it and she gave us an disturbed look. No thank you or goodbye after our dinner. My conclusion is that some of the staff could be a bit more service minded.

Location Info

48 Songkwai Rd, Pak Phraek Subdistrict, Amphoe Mueang Kanchanaburi, Chang Wat Kanchanaburi 71000, Thailand+66 34 512 944www.facebook.com/taraburee.kanchanaburi
Opening Hours
Monday11:00-22:30
Tuesday11:00-22:30
Wednesday11:00-22:30
Thursday11:00-22:30
Friday11:00-22:30
Saturday11:00-22:30
Sunday11:00-22:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – February

Avoid: April – May (extreme heat)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

20°C – 38°C(68°F – 100°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: November – February

Getting there

Train from Bangkok Thonburi station (~3 hrs, scenic). Minibuses from Mo Chit take ~2.5 hrs. Car hire recommended for exploring beyond town.

Getting around

  • Bicycle rental (town is flat)
  • Motorbike rental
  • Songthaews along the river
  • Long-tail boat tours on the river

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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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