Kan Eang Restaurant
Come for the fish, and come hungry. This is a long-running Rawai seafood house built on family recipes, and the thing people rave about is the Phuket lobster, sweet enough that it barely needs anything doing to it. The rest of the menu runs deep too, house dishes with proper balance rather than the sugar-and-chilli shortcut you get at tourist-facing places on the west coast. Plenty of people end up back the next night to get through more of it.
Seating is largely outdoors, right by the water, with a view over the pier and sea. Warm lighting, some jazz in the background, and a room big enough to handle a group without anyone shouting. It works just as well for two. Prices sit in the mid-range, which is fair for seafood this fresh. Skip the cocktails, though. They arrive in a photogenic glass and that's about the best you can say for them.
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Reviews from Google
Beautiful seaside restaurant with fantastic seafood and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. The fish was fresh, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor - exactly what you want by the sea. Huge thank you to Nan, my waitress, who was absolutely amazing. She was professional, attentive and genuinely kind, making the whole experience even better. Her service and attention to the details truly stood out. Highly recommend - great fresh seafood, great view and outstanding service! P.S. I’ve asked to make me a mocktail in a special cocktail glass and Nan and bar team happily accommodated my request☺️
Seafood is incredibly fresh - the Phuket lobster had a wonderful sweetness to the meat! We also really enjoyed the house dishes as they were well thought out and had very balanced flavors. Service is prompt and friendly without being intrusive or overbearing. As for the atmosphere - some light background jazz, warm (but thankfully not dim) lighting, and a lovely view of the pier and the sea make this an outstanding spot. Do be aware that this is an outdoor restaurant, so your experience will be effected by the weather.
We came two days in a row because the food variety is huge and the taste of every single dish we ordered is amazing ❤️ staff are all very friendly (Bank and two other staff served our table, thanks!) ; the service is great of course! Definitely recommend 🤩
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Kan Eang Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kan Eang Restaurant worth visiting?
Kan Eang Restaurant holds a 4.5★ rating from 4,994 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Kan Eang Restaurant?
Kan Eang Restaurant is typically open 10:00-23:00 — 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 Kan Eang Restaurant?
Kan Eang Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Kan Eang Restaurant?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is Kan Eang Restaurant located?
Kan Eang Restaurant is at 44 1 Tambon Rawai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83130, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
Location Info
44 1 Tambon Rawai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83130, Thailand097 878 3555kaneang.com/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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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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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands