CRU Kitchen & Bar
Relaxed kitchen and bar in Ao Nang serving fresh, well-presented food with live music and cocktails nightly.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:30–00:00
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
- +66 75 695 152
- Website
- www.crukrabi.com
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Situated in the heart of Ao Nang, this kitchen and bar has built a strong following among visitors to Krabi for its combination of quality cooking, thoughtful drinks menu, and a genuinely enjoyable atmosphere. The menu leans toward Western and international dishes, with standouts including beef tenderloin with pepper sauce and salmon served with zucchini, sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and almond flakes — the kind of cooking that draws guests back for a second visit within the same trip.
Beyond the food, the venue regularly features live music, with a blues band noted by multiple visitors as a highlight of the evening. The bar offers a selection of wines and cocktails alongside standard drinks, making it as suitable for a relaxed dinner as it is for a longer night out. The space is open-air in feel, with a laid-back atmosphere that suits the Ao Nang beach town setting without feeling too casual for a special meal.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
CRU Kitchen & Bar is a great spot in Ao Nang for a relaxed night out. The food was really solid — fresh ingredients, good portions, and nicely balanced flavors. Everything came out well presented and tasted as good as it looked. The live music added a really nice touch to the evening. It created a fun, easygoing atmosphere without overpowering the conversation. Just the right vibe to enjoy dinner and a few drinks. Service was friendly and attentive, and the overall experience was smooth and enjoyable. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area. 🎶🍹
Highly recommend, excellent service. They had a band playing, which was perfect music to accompany our lovely meal. They have a selection of wines and cocktails along with usual drinks offering. I sampled both and was very happy with the wine. We both had wonderful mains, my partner had pavlova for dessert it was delicious. I skipped it for a cocktail. Perfect place to celebrate my partners birthday
Best place in Ao Nang! We went twice as we enjoyed so much on the first night. Great food, well presented and very nice atmosphere with the talented live music blues band. A bit pricey for Thailand but worth it! Highly recommend!
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328, 3, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81180, Thailand
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Use Grab for Delivery
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CRU Kitchen & Bar: Frequently Asked Questions
Is CRU Kitchen & Bar worth visiting?
CRU Kitchen & Bar holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,051 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of CRU Kitchen & Bar?
CRU Kitchen & Bar is typically open 10:30–00:00 — 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 CRU Kitchen & Bar?
The best months to visit Krabi are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – February — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough Andaman seas).
Where is CRU Kitchen & Bar located?
CRU Kitchen & Bar is at 328, 3, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81180, Thailand, in Krabi. Getting around Krabi: Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach); Songthaews in Ao Nang.
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