About Khan Sao Seafood
Khan Sao Seafood is a long-running open-air seafood spot in Ao Nam Mao fishing village. Best for Thai-style steamed crabs and grilled fish.
Long-running open-air seafood spot near the fishing village. Best for Thai-style steamed crabs.
Why visit Khan Sao Seafood
- Long-running ownership has kept the venue and recipes consistent for decades
- Thai-style steamed crab is the dish most regulars order, hard to find elsewhere
- Open-air pavilion seating in the fishing village setting
- Pricing fair given the fresh boat-to-table seafood
- Worth the 15-minute drive from Ao Nang for the steamed-crab specialty
What to expect
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Local tips
- Lunch is quieter than dinner if you want a calmer meal arrive between 1pm and 3pm
- Pay by Thai QR or cash card payments may incur a 3 percent surcharge or be declined
- Combine the meal with a stop at 4 Islands speedboat tour which is nearby
- Tipping is not required but rounding up the bill or 20-50 baht is appreciated
Frequently asked questions
Does the restaurant deliver?
Many Krabi restaurants are on Grab Food or LINE Man depending on availability. Search by name in the app to check current delivery status. Expect 20-40 minute delivery within 5 km.
Do I need a reservation at Khan Sao Seafood?
For weekday lunch or dinner walk-ins are usually fine. For Friday or Saturday dinner especially during high season a same-day reservation is sensible. You can call ahead or book through the restaurant's Facebook or LINE.
What hours is Khan Sao Seafood open?
Operating hours are listed as 11:00-22:00. Kitchen often closes 30 minutes before stated closing so order food earlier rather than later.