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Krabi Night Street Food

4.3(136 reviews)

This open-air food court on Kongka Road in Pak Nam draws both locals and visitors each evening with a collection of vendor stalls serving Thai street food classics including grilled meats, seafood, noodle dishes, and curries. The riverside setting adds a distinctive atmosphere, with outdoor seating offering views of the water while the surrounding stalls fill the air with cooking aromas. Among the vendors, a stall widely known as Mama Cooking has earned particular praise from visitors, with multiple reviewers citing it as a standout for both flavour and value, and noting that the cook is accommodating of dietary requirements including vegan requests.

Expectations are worth calibrating before visiting. The market operates as a casual, informal food court rather than a curated dining experience, and some visitors have found the seasoning and variety underwhelming compared to other street food destinations in the region. That said, the social atmosphere, riverside outlook, and generally low prices make it a reasonable evening outing for travellers based in Krabi.

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Reviews from Google

Look for this place! If you decide to check out this food market, go to this lovely lady's restaurant. I'm not just saying this to be nice, it was the best food we've had in Thailand! We had the fish curry, fried garlic and pepper shrimp and she even gave us complementary spring rolls, added calamari into the fish curry and gave me extra syrup for my thai milk tea🥺 Everything was so flavourful and I've never had calamari cooked so perfectly. I can't encourage you enough to go there! She also came running down the street after us cause my partner forgot his glass😂🩵 so sweet!

Mama Cooking does the best food we have tried in Thailand so far! She is lovely, food is cheap and absolutely delicious. Totally recommend! She understood us being vegan and made us amazing vegan food. Also gave us some free spring rolls which was really kind.

Kitty and I, along with a group of friends, were on a motorbike road trip through Thailand, traveling from Phuket to Krabi. After checking into our hotel, we decided to try some authentic Thai food at the Krabi Night Street Food (ตลาดกลางคืนสะพานเจ้าฟ้า) instead of a restaurant. We stumbled upon a stall and decided to give it a try, ordering a variety of dishes to share (photos are attached, so you can see the store and the food we ordered). However, our experience wasn't great. Most of the food was below average. The Tom Yum soup and green curry were disappointing, lacking depth of flavor. The lala (clams), mussels, and fish all had a strange, off-putting smell. Some of us even commented that the fish had a fishy smell. Overall, the food was underwhelming, and even though we ate our fill, we left feeling dissatisfied with the quality. After dinner, we decided to try one of the ice cream stalls selling coconut ice cream. It was tended by a very old auntie, I think in her 80s. My friend mentioned we should support her, so we bought three coconut ice creams. However, I personally found the ice cream underwhelming. The coconut flavor wasn't strong enough, and there weren't many toppings to add. It only had a few pieces of attachi corn as a topping. It was inexpensive, costing only 30 baht, but I wouldn't personally return to this stall for the ice cream. The service at the food stall was excellent, though. We appreciated the friendly staff and the quick service. We were a bit surprised because we've heard so many great things about Thailand's street food. We've been traveling around Thailand for eight days, trying different foods, and this stall at the Krabi Night Street Food just didn't live up to our expectations. It's a shame because we were hoping for a more enjoyable experience. We hope that in the future, the street food stalls at Krabi Night Street Food can maintain a higher standard of quality, especially considering the reputation of Thai street food. We're giving Krabi Night Street Food a 2-star rating. The food was disappointing, but the service was good. We hope that in the future, the street food stalls at Krabi Night Street Food can maintain a higher standard of quality, especially considering the reputation of Thai street food.

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Krabi Night Street Food: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Krabi Night Street Food worth visiting?

Krabi Night Street Food holds a 4.3★ rating from 136 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Krabi.

What are the opening hours of Krabi Night Street Food?

Krabi Night Street Food is typically open 17:00-22:30 — 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.

When is the best time to visit Krabi Night Street Food?

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: June – September (rough Andaman seas).

Where is Krabi Night Street Food located?

Krabi Night Street Food is at 38 ถนนคงคา Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand, in Krabi. Getting around Krabi: Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach); Songthaews in Ao Nang.

Location Info

38 ถนนคงคา Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand
Opening Hours
Monday17:00–22:30
Tuesday17:00–22:30
Wednesday17:00–22:30
Thursday17:00–22:30
Friday17:00–22:30
Saturday17:00–22:30
Sunday17:00–22:30

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

November – April

Avoid: June – September (rough Andaman seas)

Rainy season

May – October

Avg. temperature

23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: December – February

Getting there

Krabi Airport (KBV) has direct flights from Bangkok (1.5 hrs). Ferries connect to Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and Phuket. Bus or minivan from Phuket takes ~3 hrs.

Getting around

  • Long-tail boats (islands & Railay Beach)
  • Songthaews in Ao Nang
  • Grab (limited, mainly Ao Nang)
  • Motorbike rental

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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food

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.

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.

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