Krua Thai Restaurant
A casual Thai seafood restaurant at Pakweep Beach, north of Khao Lak, good for sunset and Tripadvisor's top-ranked Khao Lak restaurant.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:30–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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
- 089 908 1139
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Krua Thai is a casual seafood restaurant on Hat Aow Ma Kham Road at Pakweep Beach, north of Bang Niang, and it's the restaurant Tripadvisor ranks first in Khao Lak. The guides that include it point to the prawn panang curry, grilled seafood and the Thai omelet, and to the setting, which is close enough to the water to make it a sunset dinner.
It's open every day from 11:30 to 22:00 and is priced as affordable by the guides, around ฿200 to ฿400 a person on Google's listing. From central Khao Lak it's a short Grab or taxi ride north, so it suits anyone staying at Pakweep or Khuk Khak more than the village.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Best rated within a 7-minute walk
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Krua Thai Restaurant, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Krua Thai Restaurant, round out your day in Khao Lak with contrasting stops nearby.
Khuek Khak, Takua Pa District
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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.
Use Grab for Delivery
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Krua Thai Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Krua Thai Restaurant worth visiting?
Krua Thai Restaurant holds a 4.7★ rating from 814 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Khao Lak.
What are the opening hours of Krua Thai Restaurant?
Krua Thai Restaurant is typically open 11:30–22:00 — 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.
How expensive is Krua Thai Restaurant?
Krua Thai Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Khao Lak.
When is the best time to visit Krua Thai Restaurant?
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 Krua Thai Restaurant located?
Krua Thai Restaurant is at Khuek Khak, Takua Pa District, 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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The beach bar
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Khaolak Ethical Elephant Sanctuary (KES)
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