Krabi travel guide
Best Street Food in Krabi: Where & What to Eat
Krabi is famous for southern Thai food — coconut-rich massaman curry, fiery curries and freshly grilled Andaman seafood such as whole snapper and prawns. In Krabi Town, look for khao mok gai, a Thai-Muslim chicken biryani, and the weekend night market for roti, satay and mango sticky rice.
Eating in Krabi: what you need to know
Krabi’s food is southern Thai — fierier, more coconut-rich and heavy on seafood. Eat where the locals eat in Krabi Town; Ao Nang mostly serves the tourist strip.
Must-try dishes in Krabi
| Dish | What it is | Where to try it | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massaman curry | A mild, peanut-rich curry of slow-braised beef — southern Thailand’s signature | Local restaurants in Krabi Town and Ao Nang | ฿80–150 |
| Grilled Andaman seafood | Whole snapper, prawns and squid grilled over charcoal | Ao Nang seafood stalls and the night market | ฿250–600 |
| Khao mok gai | Thai-style chicken biryani with crispy shallots and mint sauce | Muslim-run stalls in Krabi Town | ฿50–80 |
The best food spots in Krabi
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Krabi Town Night Market · Krabi Town
Cuisine: Street food · Expect to pay: ฿40–120
Must order: Roti, satay and mango sticky rice
Maharaj Road, Krabi Town (Fri–Sun)
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Ao Nang seafood strip · Ao Nang
Cuisine: Seafood · Expect to pay: ฿300–700
Must order: Grilled red snapper with lime
Ao Nang beachfront
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Railay walking-street cafés · Railay
Cuisine: Thai & Western · Expect to pay: ฿120–300
Must order: A fruit shake after the climb
Railay East walking street
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best street food in Krabi — FAQs
What food is Krabi famous for?
Krabi is famous for southern Thai food — coconut-rich massaman curry, fiery curries and freshly grilled Andaman seafood such as whole snapper and prawns. In Krabi Town, look for khao mok gai, a Thai-Muslim chicken biryani, and the weekend night market for roti, satay and mango sticky rice.
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