Authentic Thai Food in Koh Lanta: Kapraw & Khao Soi
Where to Find Authentic Thai Food in Koh Lanta: Kapraw, Khao Soi and More
Panpurie Little Garden Cafe is a garden cafe in Klong Khong, in the middle of Koh Lanta, serving authentic Thai dishes including kapraw (Thai basil chicken) at 169 THB and Khao Soi at 169 THB, every day from 08:00 to 21:00. It is a 2-minute walk from Secret Beach.
Many visitors to Koh Lanta want to eat what Thai people actually eat: a plate of kapraw over rice, a bowl of creamy northern curry noodles, or a fragrant curry with jasmine rice. If you are searching for a good Thai restaurant in Koh Lanta with kapraw and Khao Soi, here is what to look for and what you can order at Panpurie Little Garden Cafe.
Kapraw (pad kra pao): Thailand’s favourite everyday dish
Kapraw, also spelled pad kra pao or pad gaprao, is stir-fried meat with holy basil, garlic and chilli, seasoned with soy and oyster sauce and served over steamed rice. It is quick, smoky, spicy and aromatic.
What makes a good kapraw:
- Holy basil: the peppery leaf that gives the dish its flavour
- High heat: a fast, smoky stir-fry
- Balanced seasoning: salty, a little sweet, as spicy as you like
- Served with rice
At Panpurie Little Garden Cafe you can order Thai Basil Chicken (kapraw-style) for 169 THB. Tell the team how spicy you want it: mild, medium or Thai-style hot. Ask about adding a fried egg on top, the classic way to eat it.
Khao Soi: creamy northern Thai curry noodles
Khao soi is a northern Thai dish of egg noodles in a rich, fragrant coconut curry broth, usually topped with crispy noodles, pickled mustard greens, shallots and a squeeze of lime. It is creamy, gently spicy and comforting, and a favourite for anyone who loves curry.
Khao Soi is available at Panpurie Little Garden Cafe for 169 THB. It is a good order for a rainy afternoon or a relaxed dinner after the beach.
Authentic Thai menu at Panpurie Little Garden Cafe
Prices are in Thai baht.
Stir-fries and noodles
- Thai Basil Chicken (kapraw-style): 169 THB
- Khao Soi: 169 THB
- Pad Thai: 169 THB
- Pad See Ew: 169 THB
- Drunken Noodles: 160 THB
- Chicken Cashew Nut: 189 THB
- Chicken Oyster Sauce: 160 THB
- Sweet & Sour Chicken: 170 THB
- Prawns Tamarind: 195 THB
Curries and soup
- Green Curry Chicken: 189 THB
- Massaman Chicken: 199 THB
- Tom Yum Goong: 229 THB
Rice dishes
- Pineapple Fried Rice: 179 THB
- Fried Rice Chicken: 159 THB
- Fried Rice Prawn: 170 THB
- Seafood Fried Rice: 179 THB
- Garlic Fried Rice: 150 THB
- Thai Omelette with Rice: 140 THB
Starters and salads
- Spring Rolls: 139 THB
- Chicken Satay: 159 THB
- Thai Papaya Salad: 149 THB
Dessert
- Mango Sticky Rice: 120 THB
Vegetarian and dietary requests are available on request. Tell the team when you order.
A garden setting near Secret Beach
The cafe sits in a green, blooming garden in the Klong Khong area, in the middle of Koh Lanta. It is relaxed and welcoming for families and couples, and there is fast wifi if you want to stay a while. The motto says it all: Good Coffee, Good Food, Good Vibes.
The menu also has Western favourites, pasta, burgers, breakfast and brunch dishes and a full coffee menu, so a group with different tastes can all order what they like.
How to order like a local
- Say your spice level: mild, medium or Thai-style hot. In Thai, “pet nit noi” means a little spicy and “pet mak” means very spicy.
- Share: order a curry, a stir-fry and rice for the table.
- Finish with mango sticky rice.
Opening hours, prices and payment
- Open: every day, 08:00-21:00
- Location: inside Le Panpurie Koh Lanta Resort – Klong Khong, middle of Koh Lanta, 2 minutes’ walk from Secret Beach
- Payment: cash, or card with a 5% bank fee
- Prices: in Thai baht; a 7% service charge is added to the bill
Getting there
Staying further along the island? Message us on WhatsApp at +66938648086 and we can arrange a taxi pickup with a reliable driver at fair rates.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find authentic Thai food in Koh Lanta?
Panpurie Little Garden Cafe in Klong Khong serves Thai classics including kapraw (Thai basil chicken), Khao Soi, green curry, Massaman, Pad Thai and Tom Yum Goong, daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Where can I get good kapraw in Koh Lanta?
Order Thai Basil Chicken at Panpurie Little Garden Cafe for 169 THB, and tell the team your spice level.
Is there Khao Soi in Koh Lanta?
Yes. Panpurie Little Garden Cafe serves Khao Soi for 169 THB.
Is the food spicy?
You choose. Ask for mild, medium or Thai-style hot.
Are there vegetarian or special diet options?
Yes, on request.
Is the cafe near a beach?
Yes, Secret Beach is a 2-minute walk away.
Can you arrange a taxi?
Yes. Message +66938648086 on WhatsApp.
