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Description

Green chicken curry, roti and fruit shakes are the reason to eat here, not merely linger over a sunset drink. Thai dishes land well; the Western side of the menu is background music. Wine costs enough to make beer look like sound fiscal planning.

The bar sits on a quiet curve of Kantiang Bay, close to Pimalai, with tables, low beach seating and beanbags scattered above the sand. Walk straight from the bar into the water, or snorkel around the rocky end of the bay where coral and fish sit close to shore.

Evenings turn louder after dark. Live bands work through Bob Marley, Tracy Chapman and sing-along classics, with DJs taking over on busier nights. The fire show brings a proper crowd and a lot of flames near bare feet – Koh Lanta’s preferred risk assessment.

Why Not Bar suits beach-bar regulars, casual snorkellers and anyone happy to let dinner run into music. Take a beach-facing seat near the rocky end for the best view across Kantiang Bay.

Highlights

Insider Tip
Pimalai is a short walk away, so this makes a far cheaper beach dinner than eating inside the resort.
Pros
- Beachfront seating with direct access to Kantiang Bay
- Strong Thai food, especially green chicken curry and roti
- Snorkelling over coral and fish near the rocky end of the beach
- Live music, DJs and a fire show after dark
Cons
- Music is loud after dark
- Wine is expensive
Best For
Foodies, Late night, Budget

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Location

9, Yai, Tambon Ko Lanta Yai, Ko Lanta District, Krabi 81150

Business Hours

Business Hours

Open
  • Monday
    11:00 - 02:00 Tue
  • Tuesday
    11:00 - 02:00 Wed
  • Wednesday
    11:00 - 02:00 Thu
  • Thursday
    11:00 - 02:00 Fri
  • Friday Today
    11:00 - 02:00 Sat
  • Saturday
    11:00 - 02:00 Sun
  • Sunday
    11:00 - 02:00 Mon
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