Drift Beach Bar & Grill
A beachfront bar and grill in Khao Lak serving food and cocktails with an oceanside atmosphere.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 15:30–23:30
- Price
- $$$$
- Luxury
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.
Details
- Phone
- +66 76 584 888
- Website
- www.driftkhaolak.com
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Drift Beach Bar & Grill sits along the Khao Lak coastline in Phang Nga province, offering a relaxed yet upscale setting where guests can dine and drink with direct views of the Andaman Sea. As a luxury-tier venue, it draws visitors looking for a polished beach dining experience that goes beyond the typical casual seaside shack — combining an open-air atmosphere with a quality food and drinks menu in a scenic natural setting.
Guests can expect a laid-back but refined ambience suited to sundowners, evening meals, and socializing after a day on the beach. The bar and grill format means there is a solid selection of both food and cocktails on offer, making it equally suited for a full dinner or a few drinks as the sun sets over the water. The beachfront location gives the venue a natural focal point that shapes the entire dining experience.
Drift opens daily from 3:30 PM through to 11:30 PM, making it an exclusively afternoon and evening destination — there is no breakfast or lunch service. Given the luxury price point, visitors should budget accordingly and may want to check the website at driftkhaolak.com for current menus or any reservation options before arriving, particularly during the high season between November and April when Khao Lak sees its heaviest tourist traffic.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Experience hints
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P62Q+MP, Khuekkhak, Takua Pa District, Phang Nga 82190, Thailand
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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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Drift Beach Bar & Grill: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Drift Beach Bar & Grill worth visiting?
Drift Beach Bar & Grill holds a 4.8★ rating from 163 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Khao Lak.
What are the opening hours of Drift Beach Bar & Grill?
Drift Beach Bar & Grill is typically open 15:30–23:30 — 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.
How expensive is Drift Beach Bar & Grill?
Drift Beach Bar & Grill is premium (฿฿฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Khao Lak.
When is the best time to visit Drift Beach Bar & Grill?
The best months to visit Khao Lak are November – April (Similan season Oct 15 – May 15), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February (strong European family season) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas, Similans closed).
Where is Drift Beach Bar & Grill located?
Drift Beach Bar & Grill is at P62Q+MP, Khuekkhak, Takua Pa District, Phang Nga 82190, Thailand, in Khao Lak. Getting around Khao Lak: Songthaews along the main coastal road (Phetkasem highway); Motorbike rental (฿250–300/day; the resort areas string along one road).
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