Lan Lek Lek
A popular Thai food stall in Krabi Town's night market, serving honest, flavourful classics at budget prices.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:30–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
- 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.
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Tucked inside Krabi Town's city night market on Soi Maharaj 10, this well-regarded Thai food stall draws a loyal crowd of locals and travellers with straightforward, flavourful cooking at genuinely affordable prices. The communal setting and consistently busy tables reflect a reputation built on food rather than foot traffic.
The menu focuses on Thai classics executed with care. Stir-fried morning glory arrives with a savoury, smoky finish, while the fried rice holds its texture without turning soggy. Tom yum soup, generously stuffed spring rolls, and mango sticky rice are among the dishes that visitors return to. Portions are considered good value for the price, and food typically comes out quickly once ordered. Cutlery is kept in a shared container on the table, in keeping with the casual market-stall atmosphere.
Seating is communal and fills fast during peak hours, but turnover tends to be quick, so a short wait usually resolves the situation. The stall opens daily from 10:30 to 22:00, making it a practical choice for both lunch and dinner. The atmosphere is liveliest in the evening when the wider night market picks up. A small number of visitors have noted that dishes can differ from menu photos, so arriving with an open mind rather than fixed expectations generally leads to the most enjoyable visit.
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Reviews from Google
As you can see it’s part of the city night market. It was all v tasty and well done. 5 star food for the price. Decent sized portions. Surprisingly cool sitting inside. Spring rolls were stuffed full of veggies. Would have liked them hotter but still satisfying. Really enjoyed the pad sixiw. Works definitely come again.
Best food stall in this market! Friendly staff and delicious food! The stir fried morning glory was done to perfection - savoury and smoky! Fried rice was equally yummy and wasn’t soggy. Tom yum soup was flavourful, deeply umami and tart, but a bit too spicy (for me).
I visited this restaurant because of its high Google rating (4.8), but unfortunately my experience did not match the expectations. The main issue was that the food did not match the photos on the menu. • I ordered the stir-fried mixed vegetables, which showed broccoli in the picture, but what arrived was mostly cheap cabbage. • The curry crab was pictured as a whole crab, yet it was served as small pieces of crab meat, which was quite disappointing in both presentation and portion size. Portions were very small, and the food itself was quite average in taste, nothing memorable. Service was also below average — the dishes took a long time to arrive, even though the restaurant was not busy, and there was no explanation regarding the difference between the photos and the actual dishes. Overall, this restaurant may have built a good reputation in the past, but the current quality does not justify such a high rating. If you’re visiting based on Google reviews, I’d recommend managing your expectations or exploring other options in Krabi Town. This review reflects my personal dining experience.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 1,228 reviews on Google.
25 ซอย Maharaj 10, Tambon Pak Nam, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand
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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
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Lan Lek Lek: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lan Lek Lek worth visiting?
Lan Lek Lek holds a 4.8★ rating from 1,228 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of Lan Lek Lek?
Lan Lek Lek is typically open 10:30-22:00 — 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 Lan Lek Lek?
Lan Lek Lek is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Krabi.
When is the best time to visit Lan Lek Lek?
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 Lan Lek Lek located?
Lan Lek Lek is at 25 ซอย Maharaj 10, 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.
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