Must-see restaurants in Ko Pha-Ngan

  • Chaloklum Food Market

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Ko Pha-Ngan's most authentically local food market is in the far north, where every Sunday in front of the village pier, a series of red tables and chairs…

  • Chana Masala

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Classic Bollywood hits play and wooden faces of Hindu gods Kali and Baghvan peer down at you inside this spacious venue decked out in Indian teak serving…

  • Mason’s Arms

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Emerging from swaying palms, this mock-Tudor mirage, transported from the English countryside and dropped into the steamy jungle, is one black pudding…

  • Nira's

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    With lots of busy staff offering outstanding service, a big and bright interconnected two-room interior, scrummy baked goodies, tip-top coffee and hip…

  • Peppercorn

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Fancy succulent steaks and schnitzel in a rickety jungle cottage? Peppercorn may be tucked in the brush away from the sea, but that shouldn’t dissuade…

  • Sanctuary

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    The restaurant at the Sanctuary resort proves that wholesome food (vegetarian and seafood) can also be delicious. Enjoy a tasty parade of plates – from…

  • Bamboo Hut

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Linked to the bungalows on hidden Hat Yuan, you can lounge on a Thai-style cushion or sit at a teak table cooled by the sea breeze bouncing off an…

  • Food Factory

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Serving up pizza and burgers around the clock on the busy road to Ban Tai, and divided into restaurant and sports bar, this great spot serves up terrific…

  • Vintage Burgers

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This great little Portuguese-run gourmet burger bar really hits the nail on the head with six types of superb patties, including veggie, vegan, tuna and…

  • Pura Vida

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This charming and bright Portuguese cafe is an alluring choice as you head up the west coast. Breakfasts are excellent, especially the pancakes and…

  • Cucina Italiana

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    If it weren't for the sand between your toes and the long-tail boats whizzing by, you might think you had been transported to the Italian countryside. The…

  • Fisherman's Restaurant

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Sit in a long-tail boat looking out over the sunset and a rocky pier. Lit up at night, this is one of the island's nicest settings, and the food, from the…

  • Monna Lisa

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Travellers still rave about the pizza here – little wonder given the staff and the stone oven were reportedly brought over from Italy – and the al dente…

  • Phantip Food Market

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Thong Sala’s terrific food market is a must for those looking for doses of culture while nibbling on low-priced street food. Wander the galaxy of stalls…

  • Big Bang Art Cafe

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Run by energetic Swiss artist Gil and his Thai wife Na, this relaxing spot before you hit the roundabout for Than Sadet is a lovely place to pitch up for…

  • Fruitarian Experience

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    The plant-based vegan menu at the Samma Karuna retreat is delicious, fresh and wonderfully aromatic. Banana gnocchi in eggplant, zucchini noodles or…

  • Art in Chai Cafe

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    We love the aromatic and fresh Indian chai at this laid-back, hip little cafe that also serves delicious vegetarian Thai dishes. Located along the busy…

  • Fabio's

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    An intimate, authentic and truly delicious Italian place with golden walls, cream linens and bamboo furniture. There are only seven tables, so reserve in…

  • Baraka Phangan

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    If you know your shakshuka from your zatar, then this airy, spacious, glass-fronted kosher joint near the centre of Thong Sala is the place to be. The…

  • JJ's Bar & Grill

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Drop in at scenically situated JJ's come sunset to swoon at the stirring visuals of young, replanted mangrove trees at Ao Wok Tum while devouring tasty…

  • SOHO

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This terrific British-run handmade burger restaurant is modern, stylish, spacious, and welcoming. In the heart of Thong Sala life, the burgers are…

  • Crave

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Attractively bedecked with glowing lanterns at night, this excellent, very popular and atmospheric choice in Sri Thanu puts together some fine burgers in…

  • Palita Lodge

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    The front restaurant of the Sunrise Beach bungalows outfit of the same name offers up tasty Thai seafood and set meals with views overlooking a beach that…

  • Ando Loco

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This popular outdoor Mexican hang-out still gets the universal thumbs up. Grab a jumbo margarita, down a 'drunken fajita', line up a quesadilla or two and…

  • Fat Cat

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This small, charming, colourful and busy Portuguese-run cafe does wholesome breakfasts including their very own homemade muesli, and delicious coffee. It…

  • Crepe's Corner

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This small and friendly crêpe stall is a hit with adults and kids: choose from a variety of flavours, including Nutella, peanut butter, jam, vanilla…

  • Om Ganesh

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    Seasoned old-timer Om Ganesh sees a regular flow of customers for its north Indian curries, biryani rice, roti and lassis, with a token spread of Chinese…

  • Cookies Cafe

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This is a good choice to caffeinate on the way up the west coast. For nibbles, there's coconut cookies, dates, oatmeal biscuits and ice cream.

  • Satimi

    Ko Pha-Ngan

    This small and enterprising back-street gelateria sells homemade ice-cream and sorbets, using natural and locally sourced ingredients.

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