Let's tell you about the popular establishments to visit in Krabi, their pricing and the best cuisine.
In Krabi, much like in the rest of Thailand, the love for food is paramount. You'll find a wide array of cuisines, including Thai, German, American, Italian, Irish, Swiss, Indian, and Chinese, ensuring that you won't go hungry during your stay at the resort.
Furthermore, most restaurants in Krabi offer open-air verandas with stunning views of the sea or nature, enhancing the overall dining experience.
Where to Eat in Krabi
Upscale Dining for Travelers
These upscale dining establishments are conveniently located near the tourist center, ensuring a constant influx of visitors. Here, you can savor a variety of dishes, including:
Exquisite local Thai cuisine.
Sandwiches and burgers.
New Zealand, Australian, and American beef steaks.
Italian pasta.
Delectable seafood options, such as crab, lobster, oysters, and shrimp.
Among the popular restaurants in Krabi, we highly recommend visiting:
Viva da Renato
Gusto
Thailandia
Blue Orchid
Thai Tha
Takola
Prices at Krabi Establishments
The price range in Krabi restaurants can vary, typically ranging from 50 to 600 THB for a single serving. Seafood and high-quality imported beef steaks are among the more expensive options.
Keep in mind that American or European restaurants tend to be pricier compared to Thai eateries. For instance, you can enjoy a meal for around 100 THB at Thai food establishments, while dining at upscale restaurants offering haute cuisine might cost you anywhere from 300 to 500 THB.
Mid-Range Cafes for Locals
In Krabi, much like the rest of Thailand, home cooking is less common. Authentic eateries can often be found off the tourist trail, offering dishes that are both spicy and unusual, such as fried mulberry larvae, various beetles, and grasshoppers served in a spicy-sweet sauce. You can enjoy a complete meal with drinks at these places for about 50-70 THB.
Chain Restaurants
Krabi is home to several well-known chain restaurants, including:
Burger King
Subway
McDonald's
Starbucks
These restaurants offer menus for kids, vegetarians, and regular diners, with prices typically ranging from 10 to 130 THB per serving.
Street Food
As evening approaches, mobile food stalls start appearing in the markets and streets of the resort. These stalls usually have a limited menu featuring one or two dishes available for takeaway. When exploring Krabi's street food, be sure to try:
Pork kebabs in walnut sauce
Rice and chicken
Roti pancakes with various fillings
Sushi and rolls
Noodle soup
Food Courts
Food courts in Krabi can typically be found within hypermarkets like BigC and Tesco Lotus. These food courts offer a selection of dishes from traditional local cuisine.
The average price per serving at these food courts usually falls in the range of 40 - 60 THB, and payment is made using a separate card. You can preload the card at the cashier's desk near the market entrance.
Barbecue Buffets
For a fee of 150-250 THB, visitors can enjoy barbecue buffets, granting them access to fryers and counters stocked with raw seafood, vegetables, fish, mushrooms, meat, and appetizers. You have the freedom to assemble your own meal.
Please note that the prices for refreshing drinks at such establishments are typically about 10-20% higher compared to other cafes.
Must-Try Dishes for Krabi Vacationers
When visiting Krabi, make sure to savor these traditional Thai dishes:
"Tom Yum Kung"
Spicy shrimp soup.
"Tom Kha Kai"
Chicken soup with coconut milk.
"Pad Thai"
Fried noodles with sprouted soybeans and peanuts.
"Khao-Ka-Mu"
Pork knuckle cooked in soy sauce.
"Massaman Curry"
Chicken curry with coconut milk and potatoes.
Fried Rice with Egg
One of Krabi's unique culinary experiences is trying oil-fried insects. It's worth noting that even many Thais are hesitant to indulge in such exotic delicacies. However, for vacationers, it can be an intriguing culinary adventure. Whether or not you decide to sample these dishes is a highly personal choice. Still, if you're looking to fully immerse yourself in the resort's ambiance, embracing nature, exoticism, and its cuisine can be a rewarding experience.
