RuenMai Krabi
Dinner only, and a short one at that. The doors open at 5pm and the kitchen stops at 9pm, seven days a week, so this isn't a place you drift into late after a long boat day. Turn up by half seven and you've got room to order properly.
What you're getting is Thai food cooked for Thai palates, not toned down for tourists. If you've been eating watered-down curries on the beach strip, this is the correction. Mid-range prices, nothing fancy about the setting, and a local following that keeps the tables turning. I'd order at least one dish you don't recognise and let the heat land where it lands.
The catch is the address. Sai Thai sits inland from Ao Nang and the pier, well away from where most people are staying, so you're looking at a taxi or a scooter each way. Worth it if you care about the food. Not worth it if you just want something close to your hotel.
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Street-food tours, market visits, and Thai cooking classes near RuenMai Krabi — a guided way to eat like a local.
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After RuenMai Krabi, round out your day in Krabi with contrasting stops nearby.
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RuenMai Krabi: Frequently Asked Questions
Is RuenMai Krabi worth visiting?
RuenMai Krabi holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,726 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Krabi.
What are the opening hours of RuenMai Krabi?
RuenMai Krabi is typically open 17:00-21:00 — 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 RuenMai Krabi?
RuenMai Krabi is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Krabi.
When is the best time to visit RuenMai Krabi?
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 RuenMai Krabi located?
RuenMai Krabi is at 117 Tambon Sai Thai, 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
117 Tambon Sai Thai, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81000, Thailand+66 89 288 3232www.facebook.com/ruenmaikrabirestuarantVisitor 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
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
Where to stay near RuenMai Krabi
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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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Kotung Restaurant
Authentic southern Thai restaurant on Krabi Town's main road, open daily with free plain rice.
LungPooh restaurant
A highly regarded local restaurant in Krabi town, open daily for lunch and dinner on Napajarus Road.
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Live river prawns from the tank, grilled at your table, and no clock ticking on how long you stay.
Where to stay near RuenMai Krabi
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Location Info
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
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