E-san khrok yai

Restaurants · Thai Cuisine

Rating: 4.5 (245 reviews)

Address: แม่น้ำ Tambon Mae Nam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand

Status: CLOSED

Phone:+66 87 265 6340

About

E-san Khrok Yai is an authentic Northern Thai restaurant that offers a genuine Isaan dining experience. Nestled in a charming location with bamboo huts and a street-side setting, this hidden gem provides an intimate, home-style culinary journey into traditional Thai cuisine. The restaurant excels in delivering delicious, flavorful dishes at incredibly affordable prices, making it a favorite among locals and food enthusiasts seeking an genuine, unpretentious dining experience.

Highlights

  • Authentic Isaan-style Thai cuisine
  • Extremely affordable pricing (฿100-200 per person)
  • Warm and friendly service
  • Cozy bamboo hut atmosphere
  • Consistently delicious traditional dishes
  • Generous portion sizes

The Vibe

Rustic, casual, and authentically local. The restaurant features a relaxed atmosphere with traditional Isaan-style seating, bamboo huts, and an unpretentious setting that prioritizes genuine flavors and comfortable dining. The environment is warm and welcoming, with a street-side charm that captures the essence of local Thai dining.

Popular Dishes

  • Papaya Salad (Somtum)
  • Grilled/Roasted Chicken
  • Grilled Pork Neck
  • Tom Yum Soup
  • Green Curry
  • Fried Rice
  • Minced Duck Salad
  • Roasted Catfish

People Especially Praise

  • Authentic and flavorful Thai food
  • Incredibly reasonable prices
  • Friendly and welcoming staff
  • Traditional cooking style
  • Comfortable dining experience

Kids-Friendliness

Family-friendly with a casual, relaxed atmosphere. While there's no dedicated kids' menu, the sharing-style dishes, affordable prices, and welcoming environment make it suitable for family dining. The restaurant is accommodating to families with children.

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Highlights

  • Great beer selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Hard liquor
  • LateNight food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Thursday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Friday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Saturday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Sunday: 11:00 am–10:00 pm

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Reviews

Rating: 4.5 (245 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 87%
  • Mixed: 10%
  • Neutral: 2%
  • Negative: 1%

Exceptionally positive. Guests consistently praise E-san Khrok Yai for its authentic cuisine, warm hospitality, and outstanding value. The restaurant offers a genuine local dining experience that delights both Thai locals and visitors seeking traditional Isaan flavors.

Reasoning

Multiple reviews highlight the restaurant's strengths: delicious authentic food, incredibly reasonable prices, friendly service, and a comfortable dining atmosphere. Minor criticisms are rare and do not significantly impact the overall positive perception. The consistent praise across reviews indicates a highly satisfactory dining experience that captures the essence of local Thai cuisine.

Location: 9.5653524, 100.0108575