KOH PHANGN BARS & RESTAURANT

Here the atmosphere is relaxed with good music, traditional Thai and Western Food.

There is always an abundant supply of fresh seafood and daily specials often include freshly caught fish from around Than Sadet waters – Barracuda, Tuna Fish, Spanish Mackerel, Red and White Snapper and Queen Fish.

With a daily supply of fresh produce ordered from the local market, the kitchen is well stocked to provide an extensive and delicious menu for all palates including vegetarians.

For an authentic experience (and cheaper than the well-decorated cafe/restaurants by Haad Rin beach), look at the more modest cafes where you might see some Thais eating.

The best area for authentic cheap eats is definitely Thong Sala, the main town on the island.

• Me'n'u restaurant at Hin Kong has become firmly established as the island's premier eatery, sourcing only the finest ingredients to create their Modern European cuisine, and has one of the finest locations and ambiance of any restaurant on Phangan island.

• Fellini, Srithanu. A new, stylish Italian restaurant. Stone-cooked pizzas, a wide choice of pastas, steaks, seafood, salads. Good choices of wine. edit

• Ando Loco - Thongsala's Mexican restaurant of the year for two years running, authentic cuisine only using imported spices, best tequilla and Margarita's on the Island

Drink

• Sheesha (Chaloklam). A classy take on the Thai bar, definitely worth a look. edit

• The Livin' Room. Sip cocktails while you enjoy air-con & movies on a 5m screen, with your own private phone to order drinks & food.

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