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Koh Yao Noi is a hidden gem. This a paradisal island has little traffic and offers amazing natural scenery. In other words, there’s peace and tranquillity a plenty. Featuring an ideal number of tourist amenities (strictly controlled by the local community), the island boasts several excellent dining venues, where travellers can savour a wide selection of authentic Thai fare at superb value. Check out this guide to the best restaurants in Koh Yao Noi.

1. Rice Paddy

One of the most popular and reputable restaurants in Koh Yao Noi, Rice Paddy is surrounded by lush green rice paddies. Standing out with its uniquely scenic location, the restaurant features a laid-back and romantic setting and serves mouth-watering Thai cuisine to treat your taste buds.

Rice Paddy Restaurant - restaurants in Koh Yao Noi, Thailand

2. Kaya

The unpretentious Kaya sits located on the south-eastern coast of the island. The family-run local eatery offers friendly service and outstanding Thai food. The must-try here is the massaman curry, a traditional local dish served with meat and potatoes. Don’t miss out on the yummy sticky rice with mango for dessert.

Kaya Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

3. La Luna

If you want to take a break from Thai food, head to La Luna pizzeria located in the eastern part of Koh Yao Noi. Specialising in authentic wood-oven fired pizza, La Luna is a great find if you fancy delicious homemade Italian food. The restaurant also offers mouth-watering desserts, including freshly made panna cotta and tiramisu.

La Luna Pizzeria Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

4. La Sala

Located a bit off-the-beaten-path, La Sala is a beautiful local restaurant nestled amidst verdant rice fields in the southern part of the island. Featuring casual wood furnishings and an open kitchen, the restaurant offers an amazing gastronomic journey through Thailand. You can sample some of the rarest local dishes, all of them cooked to perfection and served in huge portions.

La Sala Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

5. The Good View Restaurant

As you might have guessed, the major highlight of The Good View Restaurant is its unbeaten location offering breathtaking sunset views. Built on the elevated wooden deck just above the beach, getting to the restaurant is a bit of a challenge due to the number of steps leading up to the venue. The dining experience you will get here is well worth the extra effort. The Good View Restaurant serves great Thai cuisine and succulent seafood and provides a vast selection of local desserts to complete your amazing dinner.

The Good View Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

6. Pyramid Restaurant

Pyramid Restaurant is an eye-catching seafront dining venue nestled under a pyramid-shaped thatched roof. The restaurants offers an intimate setting and modern interior made of environmentally friendly materials. Serving a wide selection of Western dishes – pizza, burger, lamb, sandwiches and more – Pyramid Restaurant provides a break from the ubiquitous Thai cuisine.

Pyramid Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

7. Pum Pui Restaurant

Pum Pui Restaurant is a sophisticated beachfront dining venue featuring stylish rattan furnishings, muted lighting, romantic ambience and stellar service. The restaurant serves eclectic Thai cuisine with a contemporary twist. The must-try here is the grilled seafood platter – fresh and succulent, the portion is also very generous, so you can share it with your partner.

Pum Pui Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

8. Chan Restaurant

Perched atop of a small hill in the northern part of the island, Chan Restaurant is a simple open-sided local eatery serving a surprisingly vast selection of amazing Thai food with a Western touch. The venue features only a handful of tables, so it is highly recommended to arrive early for dinner.

Chan Restaurant Koh Yao Noi Phang Nga Thailand

And there you have it – the best restaurants in Koh Yao Noi! Which one would you like to try first?

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