Ko Samui
A hip, comfy chow spot that straddles the crossroads heart of Fisherman’s Village, dishing up very good international and Thai eats, with outdoor seating…
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Satun Province
Satun’s small but busy night market springs to life with flavour-packed pàt tai, fried fish, chicken satay and excellent, spicy, southern-style curries…
Trat
Adjoining Sangjun Guesthouse, Haven is one of the better equipped restaurants in the old guesthouse district, with twisted timber furniture and a large…
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…
Chiang Mai
A cut above the average tourist restaurant, Dash offers flavoursome Thai curries that are full of spice, served inside a smart teak house or outside on…
Thanon Sukhumvit
Gokfayuen has gone to great lengths to re-create classic Hong Kong noodle dishes in Bangkok. Couple your house-made wheat-and-egg noodles with roasted…
Trang
Located opposite the train station, the smaller of Trang's two night markets is a weekend hang-out. It's a lively place and has a tasty selection of food.
Surat Thani
Often surprisingly busy, this Italian restaurant near the pier bakes up a tasty selection of pizza in its wood-fired brick oven, while pasta and a choice…
Phetchaburi
You can pick up a variety of foods for your morning meal here including kà·nŏm jeen tôrt man (fresh rice noodles with curried deep-fried fishcake) and…
Chiang Mai
This expat favourite is a top spot for breakfast – pancakes, sandwiches, granola, an array of egg dishes from egg-white-only omelettes to decadent…
Krabi Province
The friendly British-Thai owners at Woodland Lodge run this excellent, sociable adjoining restaurant, which plates up carefully concocted, MSG-free, Thai…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Modern Euro-style coffee shop on the road behind the beach, with a small library, bar stools and an effusive owner. As well as espresso coffee and various…
Ko Tao
A haven for homesick Brits, this pier-side restaurant and bar feels like a tropical beer garden. Stop by on Sundays to stuff your face with an endless…
Chiang Mai
Build your own soup at this yummy corner-shop cheapie. Choose between rice or several types of noodles, spice level, then meat, ranging from basic chicken…
Mae Sot
This cosy place serves pàt tai with a local twist: toppings of pork rind and barbecued pork. There's no English-language sign; look for the rustic, semi…
Trang
A popular spot with the locals and always lively, thanks to a solid selection of curries and seafood dishes. It stays open later than most Trang…
Thanon Sukhumvit
Over the last few years, Bangkok has seen an explosion of sophisticated places serving regional Thai dishes. A standout among these is Supanniga, which…
Northern Thailand
This friendly, family-run establishment sells Thai sweets, including a fine kôw nĕe·o má·môo·ang (mango sticky rice). There’s no English sign, but it…
Kanchanaburi
Though it has a broad menu, including pàt tai and panang curry, it's the spicy Isan-style sôm·đam that keep the tables full from open to close. For a…
Nan
The locals think the owner here is ting-tong (crazy), so his shop is named accordingly. But he's friendly and seems sane to us. His noodles are fine as…
Ko Chang
Locals and domestic tourists fill this simple, open-air restaurant every evening due to its solid reputation, big flavours and prolific menu options. It…
Kanchanaburi Province
Toy, a transplant from Nong Khai, makes simple but delicious dishes from all corners of Thailand including massaman curry, pàt tai, Isan-style lâhp (spicy…
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…
Ko Samet
Canopied by arching tree branches decorated with pendant lights, this pretty place right on the sand does a wide range of international food, from Mexican…
Northeastern Thailand
A Surin classic, this simple place has served delicious Thai fare, including a good đôm yam and fried frog with basil, since 1943. Walk straight out of…
Chiang Khan
From the decor to the music, this is a full-on Thai 'indy' place, and the seating is close enough to the river to catch a sunset view. The small menu is…
Ko Chang
With a nice line in seafood, this open-sided main-road spot near the 7-Eleven offers solid value and a welcoming atmosphere. Tasty scallop stir-fries and…
Ko Lanta
One of the best of Ban Sala Dan's seafood-by-weight options, with all your other Thai favourites too. The food is good value, as is the location – eat on…
Ko Chang
This friendly palapa-style beach bar and restaurant on Hat Sai Noi, around the corner from Bang Bao, enjoys a great location on the sand. It's a good spot…
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…
Ko Tao
An old Mae Hat fave, Pranee’s serves scrumptious curries and other Thai treats in an open-air pavilion sprinkled with lounging pillows, wooden tables and…
Ko Chang
This popular, modern glass-fronted coffeeshop does a range of Thai meals but is best known for its pizzas, which distinguish it from other Thai…
Nong Khai
This massive river restaurant has grown into a Nong Khai institution, and hordes of out-of-towners head home with car boots and carry-on bags stuffed with…
Nakhon Ratchasima Province
Just in front of the historical park entrance, this is a convenient stop for a brewed coffee and a blast of air-conditioning. They also do smoothies,…
Pai
Foreigner-friendly, and none the worse for it, Charlie & Lek serves Thai classics as well as a few Northern Thai specialities in a no-fuss atmosphere that…
Ko Samet
Casual and relaxed, this ramshackle yet oddly attractive main street spot is a good choice for well-priced Thai food. It offers smallish portions of Thai…
Chiang Mai
Trading on its location rather than its kitchen, River Market nevertheless scores romantic dinner points for the nighttime views across the illuminated…
Northern Thailand
The burgers are good at this Thai–South African venture, but so are the steaks, pasta and many of the Thai dishes, all served in a neat and clean…
Phuket Town
An age-old Muslim roti shop on vibrantly coloured Th Thalang. Try the fresh, ever-so-slightly crispy signature roti doused in condensed milk or dipped in…
Ko Samui
On the corner of the huge Manathai hotel by the road, this affordable, elegant, semi-alfresco and smart restaurant is a fantastic choice for stir-fry and…
