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Hours
Sun
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Mon
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Tue
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Wed
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Thu
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Fri
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
Sat
6:30 am - 11:30 pm
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PRICE RANGE
RM 13.00 – RM 389.00
CUISINES
Bar, International, Asian, Thai, Diner, Wine Bar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
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Welcome to Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar, nestled within the serene grounds of Holiday Inn Resort Krabi Ao Nang Beach. Just a short 500-meter stroll from the stunning Ao Nang beach, our bistro is a vibrant destination that blends mouthwatering authentic Thai flavors with international delights. Enjoy the perfect evening with creative cocktails, live music, and captivating band performances in a setting that has earned us a spot among Ao Nang's top 10 restaurants and bars. Whether you prefer dining under the stars in our charming outdoor area or a more intimate experience in our cozy, air-conditioned indoor space, we’ve got you covered. Families are especially welcome! With our “Kids Eat Free” program, children aged 12 and under can enjoy delicious meals from the Kid's Menu at no extra cost when dining with a paying adult. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that captures the essence of Ao Nang’s vibrant culture and flavors.
PRICE RANGE
RM 13.00 – RM 389.00
CUISINES
Bar, International, Asian, Thai, Diner, Wine Bar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, After-hours, Drinks
FEATURES
Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free off-street parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music, BYOB, Playgrounds, Family style, Non-smoking restaurants, Sports bars, Gift Cards Available
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4.5
1,085 reviews
Excellent
896
Very good
92
Average
34
Poor
29
Terrible
34
Gonzalo F
4 contributions
Feb 2020 • friends
I went here with a friend and we both have fish dishes. I have to say it was one of the best restaurants we tried during our 4 days at Krabi. The presentation of the dishes was great, very elaborated and the quantities big for a good price! I would also highlight the service, which was attentive and kind all the time. This lovely experience was further seasoned with the live singers who were playing amazing covers of classical rock songs. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone in Krabi that would like to enjoy a more sophisticated diner for a good price in an inviting environment. Greetings to Tum, Yam, Julien and Kerwin who made our food experience here one of the best in Krabi!
Written 29 February 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Gonzalo F,
Thank you for dining with us and for calling us one of the best restaurants in Ao Nang. We do appreciate you mentioned our staff even by name. We are sure Khun Tum, Khun Yam, Julien and Jerwin will be more than happy to hear about this.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai Restaurant and Bar.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Live Band & Show every night
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 8 March 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Mondo_MPO
Sydney11 contributions
Jan 2020 • couples
My husband and I had dinner here on Friday 3rd January and it was the most fun we’ve had in Thailand so far. We opted to sit in the front courtyard to better hear the live music. Our waiter Soupeang was attentive and super friendly. I ordered the seafood platter for one and my husband ordered the Massaman curry. He said it was the best massaman he’d ever had while I happily indulged myself in crab, mussels, prawns, squid and fish. We also had the Chilean Sauvignon Blanc. Yes, wine is pricey here in Thailand, but it was only the second time where we’ve forked out the money for a wine and actually got a nice one.
The music is another big draw. Julien and Jerwin created a great atmosphere by engaging with the crowd. We were there for quite awhile and they dedicated lots of songs to us, and Julien even went to the pharmacy to get some betadine for the cuts on my husband’s feet! She wanted him to be able to dance! They finished the night by getting a couple of toddlers up on stage and getting them to sing along to Baby Shark. Great food, great entertainment, great night!
Written 4 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Mondo_MPO,
Thank you for dining with us and for leaving such a detailed feedback with us. What a great choice ordering the seafood platter and our famous Massaman Chicken. Great that you enjoyed the accompany of Khun Sripeang and our band.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
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Jam S.
2 contributions
Feb 2020 • couples
Food is good. Ambiance is amazing. Live music, fire dance and Thai dance. Simply loved it. Decided to spend the surprise dinner here for my partner and they did made an effort to let the singer sing her a song plus the epic mango sticky rice with candles 😂 Thai Style 😁 Mard and Kanan have been a great. Loved there service and smiles.
Written 8 February 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Jam S.,
Greetings from Rakhang Thai ant thank you for choosing our restaurant to surprise your partner. You really enjoyed the live band, our various shows and of course the hospitality of our team. Khun Mard and Khun Kanan went the extra mile to impress you.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai Restaurant and Bar.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Live Band & Show every night
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 11 February 2020
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Manuel
Geneva11 contributions
Jan 2020 • couples
Went here for dinner attracted by the very positive online reviews and the live music. The service is the worst ever seen: waited for more than 1h to get the food served. Many other people/tables were complaining around us and some people even decided to leave before food delivery due to long waiting times. We decided to stay. Food was good but I think it is unacceptable to pay Western prices for such level of service and not getting even a ‘sorry’, not to mention a discount for the inconvenience.
Written 5 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear manu86io,
Thank you for dining with us and for leaving your feedback with us.
We are very sorry for the delay in food delivery as we did cater almost 300 a la carte guests for dinner, however this isn't an excuse.
We did already changed several procedures to ensure we are able to deliver on time even with such a high number of guests.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang to show you we can do better as you can see from previous comments.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Bas V
Bangkok2 contributions
Jan 2020 • friends
The restaurant has a nice ambiance and that’s why we (group of 4) came back for dinner after only drinks the night before. The prices are close to European standard, so you would expect excellent service and amazing food. Especially when some simple dishes are 4 times more expensive than the next best thing next door.
We ordered some currys, a beef and a crab dish. After an hour the supplementary rice was served, but not the main courses. When after 20 minutes a very sub par green curry arrived, the rice and supplementary omelets were cold. another 10 minutes after the curry the 3rd dish arrived.
On top of that the waitress came to tell that they were out of crab, which normally would not be a problem, but when 3 out of 4 dishes are served the message should have come way earlier. We asked for an other dish from which the waitress would check the availability. 20 minutes later still no answer and no order was placed.
After complaining again, we finally got to order a 4th dish. Meanwhile we all other dishes were finished.
The manager explained that they had a few new employees and that’s why all went wrong. Of course that should not be our problem so he offered us: one free desert. 250 baht (while 50 baht is a regular price everywhere) for a mango sticky rice is ridiculous but because of the price he thought that was a good compensation for the evening.
We left very dissatisfied and frustrated.
The restaurant has the potential but when you ask European prices, you must deliver European standard. Period.
Written 2 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear 868basv,
Thank you for dining with us and for leaving your feedback with us.
We are very sorry for the delay in food delivery as we did cater almost 240 a la carte guests for dinner, however this isn't an excuse.
We did already changed several procedures to ensure we are able to deliver on time even with such a high number of guests.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang to show you we can do better as you can see from previous comments.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Galwaygirl1504
142 contributions
Jan 2020 • couples
We ate here tonight. Welcome was fantastic, setting very good, music terrible. We waited 45minutes for a starter and then a further hour for our main courses. No explanation as to what the delay was and several times we were asked if we had drinks and wine - an obvious ploy to keep you spending money on alcohol. During the wait the singer cheekily asked if we would like a picture with her - cant understand why. Around 8pm a fire show started on the footpath to the entrance to the restaurant. With several people trying to leave and enter whilst the show was going on. Talk about dangerous. And only one man helping on the footpath to warn passers by of the fire. The traditional chinese dancers was a nice touch as it is chinese new year. Food was ok, not worth waiting nearly 2 hours and over priced. Bottle of house wine is 1600.... our meal for 1 starter, 2 mains, a dessert and 2 glasses of wine was almost 2000 baht
Written 25 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Galwaygirl1504,
Thank you for dining with us and for leaving your feedback here on tripadvisor. We have taken note on your suggestions during the New Year celebrations and will discuss them further with the team. Thank you for letting us know.
We are looking forward to welcome you back here at Rakhang Thai.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 26 January 2020
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lisapammiepostle
Norwich15 contributions
Jan 2020 • couples
We came along as the reviews were good. The decor and food was nice but the service was appallingly slow. Had to ask for drinks and dessert menus multiple times and waited well over 30 mins for dessert order to be taken. Such a shame
Written 6 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear lisapammiepostle,
We are terrible sorry for the delay in food delivery as we did cater almost 300 a la carte guests for dinner, however this isn't an excuse. We did already changed several procedures to ensure we are able to deliver on time even with such a high number of guests.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang to show you we can do better as you can see from previous comments.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
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Sonja
Oslo17 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
Very nice exterior. Live music a little bit too loud. Poor service (forgot napkins, had to ask for Wi-fi code four times, did not clean table between appetizer and main dish, hard to attract attention). One dish (the Australian sirloin) was chewy/tough and not edible. Can recommend Panang Gai.
Written 20 February 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Sonja,
Thank you for dining with us and for reviewing us. We do appreciate your feedback on the service, theWiFi and the food and will surely share them with the team.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai Restaurant and Bar.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Live Band & Show every night
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 25 February 2020
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John K
Sai Thai4 contributions
Jan 2021 • none
Not a pleasant evening, restaurant had few table around 8:30 pm . Quite good selection of wine display range from 500THB which is quite affordable at this point .
Food I will say average , restaurants other side serve nice quality food with less price . Portion are very small as compared to price .
Staff service was good at some point but need to call them and most of the time , lucky my Thai wife help me to order what I need , staff very hard to communicate as they speak only Thai and little English which they not quite understand. Manager was surprised for me grooming was not up to the mark , had a smell of sweat from his body .
At this current situation where there are only few restaurants open I think management need to work more on this . Careless attitude toward any customers may loose big business for them , I came because my friend recommended and I see lots of post on social media so I decided to give a try . Traveling from so far this is not the experience we were looking for , but we definitely will give another change as we have our trip plan in April and we plan to stay at the hotel too.
Sorry for the comment but as I saw no one responded me what I requested at the restaurant to talk to some one who can assist me so I need to write here ,
Written 31 January 2021
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Dave Althoff
Barrington7 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
Went here based on previous reviews. 1 word...HORRIFIC. I wish I could weigh in on the food, but after 2 hours, all we received was 5 bottles of water, some cold Chicken Satay, and about 4 apologies for the delay. After 2 hours, the server told us they had another 36 ORDERS to process before they could get to ours. Needless to say, we left. The place seemed like it was nice, but it was undoubtedly the worst service I've ever experienced. While we sat, we watched 6 other tables get up and walk out, so I'm not sure who else's food they were cooking.
Written 7 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear brotherdaveus,
We are terrible sorry for the delay in food delivery as we did cater almost 300 a la carte guests for dinner, however this isn't an excuse. We did already changed several procedures to ensure we are able to deliver on time even with such a high number of guests.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang to show you we can do better as you can see from previous comments.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
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Filip D
Solna5 contributions
Mar 2020 • couples
So far the worst Thai food we’ve had on our trip, tasteless and expensive. The waiter was really friendly and also did his best to speak Swedish with us, unfortunately though, he forgot my extra soda water that I ordered.
Not really worth a try, genuine Thai food is, in my opinion, best on the smaller familiy run places.
Written 29 February 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Filip D,
Thank you for reviewing us and for dining with us. We are sorry that we did not meet your expectations. Could you kindly contact us by email to give us more details on your food experience.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai Restaurant and Bar to show you we can do better.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Live Band & Show every night
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 8 March 2020
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Mike B
Bromborough13 contributions
Jan 2020 • couples
We walked by here and were enticed by the modern decor and menu. The menu was varied with both Thai and western food. We had the sea bass and massamam curry - both recommended by our very friendly and helpful waiter Maud. He even recommended excellent cocktail choices. Thank you!
Written 8 January 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear mikebilko0557,
Thank you for dining wit us and for recommending us to others. Khun Mad is surely a great team member of us and we do appreciate your positive comments on the cocktails, service and food.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai very soon.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 16 January 2020
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Ekaterina A
7 contributions
Feb 2020 • family
Amazing food, creative way of presenting food, design of the restaurant is very unique. Staff is very friendly. Make sure you come in the evening so you catch amazing performance of the band playing over dinner. Carla is amazing, just ask her to sing any song and we will do it in super cool way 😉😍
Written 22 February 2020
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DusitD2AoNang
Dear Ekaterina A,
Greetings from Rakhang Thai and thank you for dining with us. Your compliments on the the food presentation, the friendliness of the team, the design of the restaurant, the live performances and the live band are more than appreciated.
We are looking forward to welcome you back at Rakhang Thai Restaurant and Bar.
Best Regards,
Your Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar Team
Live Band & Show every night
Please do like and follow us on Facebook: Rakhang Thai Bistro & Bar
d2ak@dusit.com
Written 25 February 2020
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Paul G
21 contributions
Mar 2023 • family
We chose this restaurant based on Trip Advisor reviews and were not disappointed.
The staff were welcoming and friendly, as you would expect in this area, but more importantly, the food was excellent; so much so that we went back for a 2nd time.
The price was not as cheap as other local venues, but in my opinion, it was worth every penny/cent/baht. They have an air conditioned inside area, which is great in the hot season.
This restaurant may be attached to the Holiday Inn, but don't let that put you off as they clearly have some really quite tallented kitchen staff.
Written 20 March 2023
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Overthehill177
Te Puke53 contributions
May 2023 • couples
We chose this restaurant for the aircon really, we weren’t too hungry so shared a starter of bruschetta which was nice and also shared a chicken pizza. The toppings on the pizza were really tasty but the crust was so thin it was like a tortilla! We were invited into the place by staff offering us happy hour drinks (buy one get one free on beer, wine and cocktails). We both had 2 beers and when the bill came were charged for 4 beers not 2. When we questioned this we were told it was only draft beers available for happy hour but no one told us this at the start. So we kicked up a fuss and said we would only pay for 2 beers , in the end they took it off our bill but we only after us standing our ground! We really felt like they tried to rip us off a bit here, especially when the prices here are not cheap to start with. It’s a part of the Holiday Inn hotel
Written 26 May 2023
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RakhangThai BistroandBar Ao Nang
Dear Overthehill177,
Thank you for dining with us and for your feedback. We are sorry that the food didn't match your expectations and we did inform our Executive Chef and Restaurant Manager to investigate. And we do apologize for this we hope to see you again soon.
Sand, Food and Beverages Operation Manager
Rakhangthai Bistro and Bar by IHG
Written 26 May 2023
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