PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch•
A highly regarded breakfast and brunch café in Sala Dan serving morning meals daily until 5pm.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 08:30–17:00
- 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
- +66 94 456 1553
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked into the village of Sala Dan on Koh Lanta's northern tip, PakChee Café has built a strong reputation among both travelers and locals as a reliable spot for breakfast and brunch. The café operates at a mid-range price point, making it an accessible choice for those looking for a quality morning meal without a significant dent in the travel budget.
The café's focus is squarely on breakfast and brunch fare, and its consistent popularity points to a kitchen that takes its morning menu seriously. Sala Dan is typically the first stop for arrivals to Koh Lanta, sitting near the ferry piers, which makes PakChee a natural and convenient choice for travelers just off the boat or those exploring the village before heading further south along the island.
Opening hours run from 08:30 to 17:00 every day of the week, which is worth noting for those planning an early start — arriving closer to opening time tends to offer a quieter experience before the midday rush. As no website is currently available, walk-ins appear to be the standard approach. Given the café's popularity and limited seating typical of smaller island cafés, arriving early or during off-peak hours on busier travel days is a practical consideration.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Sala Dan, Ko Lanta District, Krabi 81150, Thailand
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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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PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch•: Frequently Asked Questions
Is PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• worth visiting?
PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• holds a 4.9★ rating from 283 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Koh Lanta.
What are the opening hours of PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch•?
PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• is typically open 08:30–17:00 — 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 PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch•?
PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Koh Lanta.
When is the best time to visit PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch•?
The best months to visit Koh Lanta are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & European school vacations — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (monsoon; many businesses close).
Where is PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• located?
PakChee Café •Breakfast & Brunch• is at Sala Dan, Ko Lanta District, Krabi 81150, Thailand, in Koh Lanta. Getting around Koh Lanta: Motorbike rental (฿250–300/day; one main road runs the west coast); Tuk-tuks and songthaews along the beach road.
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