Tip Top Restaurant
A family-run Thai seafood restaurant in Lam Kaen at the southern end of Khao Lak, open daily from 10:00 to 23:00.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–23:00
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.
Details
- Phone
- 087 280 8126
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tip Top is a cozy, family-run Thai seafood restaurant in Lam Kaen, at the southern end of the Khao Lak strip. The guides that include it describe a warm, low-key room that suits couples and families, and they point to the prawns, spicy Thai soups and seafood stir-fries. One adds that the owner has been known to drive guests back to their hotel when it rains.
It keeps long hours, from 10:00 to 23:00 every day on its Google listing, and prices are mid-range for the coast. It's most convenient if you're staying in the south of Khao Lak, and a short taxi ride from the center.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Tip Top Restaurant, round out your day in Khao Lak with contrasting stops nearby.
J67R+R42, Tambon Lam Kaen, Amphoe Thai Mueang
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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.
Tip Top Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tip Top Restaurant worth visiting?
Tip Top Restaurant holds a 4.7★ rating from 395 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Khao Lak.
What are the opening hours of Tip Top Restaurant?
Tip Top Restaurant is typically open 10:00–23:00 — 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 Tip Top 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 Tip Top Restaurant located?
Tip Top Restaurant is at J67R+R42, Tambon Lam Kaen, Amphoe Thai Mueang, 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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Khao Lak Land Discovery
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