Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Southern Beaches
On Saturday evenings from 4pm to 10pm, a side street in the eastern part of Thong Sala
becomes
Walking Street
- a bustling pedestrian zone mostly filled with locals hawking their
wares to other islanders. There's plenty on offer, from clothing to food. Be sure to try the
delicious red pork with gravy (40B) at Lang Tang - you'll find it in glass cases next to a
large English sign saying 'Numpanich'.
Night Market
(Thong Sala; dishes 25-180B; dinner)
A heady mix of steam and snacking locals, Thong Sala's
night market is a must for those looking for a dose of culture while nibbling on a low-
priced snack. The best place to grab some cheap grub is the stall in the far right corner
with a large white banner. Hit up the vendor next door for tasty seafood platters, such as
red snapper served over a bed of thick noodles. Banana pancakes and fruit smoothies
abound for dessert.
MARKET
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Ando Loco
(Ban Tai; mains from 59B; dinner)
This outdoor Mexican hang-out looks like an animation cell
from a vintage Hanna-Barbera cartoon, with assorted kitschy accoutrements such as
papier-mâché cacti. Jibing with the look, one of its catchphrases is 'cheese on tap'. Down
a super-sized margarita and show your skills on the beach volleyball court.
MEXICAN
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Fisherman's Restaurant
( 08 4454 7240; Thong Sala; dishes 50-600B; 1-10pm)
Wooden tables on a sand floor look out
over the sunset and a rocky pier. Lit up at night, it's one of the island's nicest settings and
the food, from the addictive yellow curry crab to the massive seafood platter to share
(with all assortment of critters; 800B to 900B), is as wonderful as the ambience.
SEAFOOD
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Fabio's
( 08 3389 5732; Ban Khai; dishes 150-400B; 1-10pm Mon-Sat)
An intimate, authentic and truly de-
licious Italian place with golden walls, cream linens and bamboo furniture. There are only
seven tables so reserve in advance. House-made delicacies like seafood risotto, pizzas and
iced limoncello are as artfully presented as they are fresh and amazing. One of the island's
best restaurants.
ITALIAN
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