THAI ME UP PANG Restaurant and Bar
Sitting directly on Beach Road in Ao Nang, this popular restaurant and bar has earned a devoted following among visitors to Krabi for its wide-ranging menu, genuine flavours, and consistently warm hospitality. The kitchen covers considerable ground — from classic Thai dishes like Pad Thai, Tom Yum soup, and curry to seafood, pork skewers, burgers, and breakfast options — making it a reliable choice regardless of what the group is in the mood for. Standout dishes frequently praised by diners include the soft shell crab yellow curry, green curry with beef, prawn and garlic, and mango sticky rice. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual, well-suited to the beachfront setting and welcoming to solo travellers, couples, and families alike. Staff are consistently noted for being friendly and warm, which appears to be a defining part of the experience rather than an afterthought. Budget-friendly pricing means visitors can eat well across multiple courses without concern, and the broad menu ensures repeat visits rarely feel repetitive — something many guests take full advantage of during longer stays. Thai Me Up Pang opens daily at 8:30am and closes at 10pm, covering breakfast through to dinner seven days a week. Arriving during mid-morning or mid-afternoon shoulder periods tends to mean a more relaxed experience than showing up at peak meal times. The website at thaimeuppang.com is worth checking before visiting if you want to browse the menu in advance.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After THAI ME UP PANG Restaurant and Bar, round out your day in Krabi with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
The pork skewers were a tasty starter and then loads of prawns in prawn and garlic dish, very nice food. Friend had the burger and it looked great and he said tasted very good.
We ate at Thai Me Up four times during our stay and were happy every single time. The food is delicious – whether it’s breakfast or dinner – and the staff are outstandingly friendly, warm and welcoming. Their English is good enough to help with questions and special requests, which made everything very easy for us. On our first visit I was looking for something very simple because my stomach was irritated. They kindly made me a rice soup with chicken balls off the menu, and it was so tasty and comforting that I came back the next day to have the exact same dish again. I also had some mashed potatoes on the side, which really helped and made me feel cared for. On our last evening we arrived shortly before closing time and they still prepared a Pad Kra Pao pizza for us, which I really wanted to try once I was feeling better. It was absolutely worth the wait. Every time we were there, they took the time to chat with us and you could see how genuinely happy they were about our positive feedback. Our absolute happy place during this vacation – highly recommended.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thai Me Up completely blew me away. We ordered the soft shell crab yellow curry, green curry with beef, and mango sticky rice — every single dish was incredible. The flavors were rich, perfectly balanced, and honestly some of the best Thai food I’ve had. The soft shell crab yellow curry was a standout, and the mango sticky rice was the perfect finish. On top of that, the service was amazing — warm, attentive, and made the whole experience even better. This has officially become my favourite spot in Thailand. I’ll be coming back again and again!
Location Info
206 Moo2 Beach Road, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphoe Mueang Krabi, Chang Wat Krabi 81180, Thailand+66 80 777 9374thaimeuppang.com/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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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/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