Bangsaphan Restaurants & Bars

Eating and drinking out in Bang Saphan.

Most of the visitor facilities are found in the stretch of beach between 3 and 7 KM south of the town centre. There are a couple of establishments that cater for western tastes in the town centre and a greater number can be found in Hat Mae Ramphueng just south of the headland Khao Mae Ramphueng & Ao Bo Thong Lang just north of the headland.

BangSaphan is not a late night town and most restaurants will be closed by 10:00 PM. A notable exception is Tae’s Restaurant, halfway between the High Street and the railway station which is open until 3:00 AM. This is an ideal spot for stopping off after getting off a train or bus.

Most restaurants will allow you to sit down and only order drinks but it is always best to ask first. There are Thai restaurants of all types all around the town with concentrations in the road that runs alongside the railway where the railway station and bus stops are located and, on the main road out of BangSaphan towards Petchakasem Road about 1 KM after the railway crossing.

All venues are family friendly unless otherwise stated. This guide currently concentrates on the town centre and the coast as far south as the Sunrise Resort which is about 7 KM from the town centre. Both eating and drinking are covered in one section as Montri’s Coco Bar is only bar only venue.

Fish is a specialty and plentiful in the area. Most of the fish served in the local restaurants is caught locally. Another local specialty is coffee. Most restaurants have a pressurized coffee maker and a variety of locally grown coffees can be enjoyed for as little as ฿15 per cup.

All of the venues that offer accommodation or other facilities can be found in the Where to Stay or Activities sections of the guide.

BangSaphan Eating & Drinking Venue Guide

Why Not Restaurant and Bar
To get there.
Turn onto the Road to the Beach go right down to the beach. The Why Not is directly in front of you. Opening hours are 12:00 midday until 11:00 PM.

This beachside restaurant offers traditional Thai Western favourites and some Western snacks such as deep fried white fish or prawns in batter and French fries. Food is available throughout the opening hours. Sporting events can be viewed on the UBC satellite TV. The restaurant doubles up as a bar and has become popular with local residents and travellers staying in the local hotel and bungalows.

Tae Restaurant & Cocktail Bar
From the main road from Petchakasem, cross the level crossing into the high street and immediately turn left. The Tae Restaurant & Cocktail Bar is approximately 100 metres on the left hand side. If coming from the railway station exit, turn right and the restaurant can be found after 100 metres on the left. The blue and white government bus stops half way between the restaurant and the high street.

I-talay Restaurant
To get there.
Go down the Road to the Beach until you reach the beach and turn right. Pass the Coral Resort on the right and you will find I-talay at the end of the beach side track. Opening hours are 12:00 midday until 11:00 PM Last orders at 10:00 PM

The restaurant is set on a beautiful beach front terrace with panoramic views across the bay to Koh Talu. The menu consists of a full range of Thai Western Favourites. Among the specials to look out for are Hor Mok Talay, (a steamed fish curry), Choo Chee Goong, (prawns in a coconut sauce), I-talay Special Salad with fried sea fish, pumpkin and carrot with a special house sauce. This is the perfect spot for that meal for two.

Roy Tawan Restaurant
Turn onto the Road to the Beach go right down to the beach. Turn left into the lane just before the Why Not bar and you will see Roy Tawan about 50 metres down on the right hand side next to the beach. Opening hours are 09:00 AM until 5:00 PM.

This friendly beachside restaurant offers a complete breakfast menu to suit all tastes. Here you will find the best cheese omelettes and Italian style coffee in the area. Western or Thai meals and baguettes are available throughout the day. This is the most relaxing venue for the early breakfast, brunch or lunch with beautiful views across BangSaphan bay to Koh Talu.

Sunrise Resort Beach Restaurant
In this Thai-Italian Restaurant you will find the aromas, colors and tastes (often very spicy) of traditional Thai cooking, and many Italian home cooked dishes including pizza, lasagna, handmade pasta, bread and "tiramisu" cake. 
They have the best T-bone and prime rib steaks in the area here and have fresh fish, seafood, vegetables and fruit daily.
Guests can select to eat on the terrace overlooking the sea, in the lounge with air conditioning, in the garden front pool or by the beach in small Thai-style wood gazebos. Parties and weddings, beach barbecue and karaoke, are available.

Opening hours are 11:00 A.M. until 10:00 PM.
Call 087-7047809 for reservations or info.

Bew Beams Bar & Restaurant
Travel south along the main road for around 3km, you will see a sign for Biw Beams along with a Swiss flag on the right.

Opening hours are 12:00 midday until 11:00 PM (Variable)

This bar and restaurant offers Swiss and Thai food in relaxed surroundings run by Marcel and Somm. Good food at good prices and the best rosti this side of Bern.

All The Rock
A new addition to Bangsaphan, this late night live music venue has nightly bands and a great atmosphere.

Cuisine
A small local restaurant offering cheap eats on the second road from the beach.

Suanluang Resort Restaurant
The Suanluang Restaurant is set in a beautiful Thai wooden building at one with nature. It is the ideal venue for a relaxing meal for both couples and families.
The restaurant takes on a new ambiance at night with tasteful use of lighting.
A full breakfast menu of Thai and western food is available in the mornings.
For lunch & dinner Suanluang offer an extensive range of Thai, Italian and French meals. You can select from comprehensive menu of Thai western favourites, Pasta, Pizza, Steaks, Fondues and much more. A full range of desserts is available.

Sweet Home Bakery
This place is in town just before the railway crossing, they serve coffee, ice cream and a full range of cakes and pastries. Freshly made French and German breads are available daily.

Best Coffee
Situated about 300 meters before the Petchkasem intersection this newly opened coffee shop offers fresh coffee, ice cream, breakfasts, steaks, pasta and Thai dishes.