Koh Lipe( Maldives of Thailand )
麗貝島 ( 泰國馬爾代夫 )
Local Food & Beverage 道地美食
Restaurant
Most of the hotels serve food and drinks. In addition, there are several stand-alone restaurants:
Banana Leaf ( Inland )
Serves average food, but drink prices are good and they play movies every night on a big projection screen.
Capriccio
It is the only fine dinning restaurant in koh Lipe with Italian chef, they serve Australian and local meat, local fish everyday fresh, good service, good price, best restaurant in Lipe 2015 for trip advisor
ELEPHANT American Coffee House ( On Walking Street, near Pattaya beach across from the Pink Market )
( UPDATE Oct. 2014 ):
Previously ELEPHANT was two separate establishments: Elephant Books & Coffee and Longtail Bar. The owners have combined the two into one restaurant-bar-coffee house at the Longtail Bar location, just across the street from where Elephant Books & Coffee used to be.
An East-meets-West American-style coffee house (owners are from San Francisco and Thailand), with expertly crafted coffee drinks, homemade bakery, well-prepared breakfasts, including homemade toasted muesli and lots of crispy bacon. Other menu items include proper American burgers (imported beef), sandwiches, a large selection of fresh salads, fresh baked bread, and even a to-die-for 16-hour smoked pulled pork sandwich! Dinner options include imported Australian strip loin steaks cooked to temperature, pan seared salmon, and pork chops with sauteed apples. There is a full bar built into an actual 10-meter longtail boat, which offers a hand-picked selection of Thai and imported wines, a cocktail list that features very affordable cocktails made with artisan Thai spirits, as well as high-end imported liquor. Every night starting at about 9:30pm, the now infamous Banana Band serves up Thai and English music in a relaxed setting. The Band's motto is "if you're in the bar, you're in the band" - meaning everyone can join the fun!! KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL 12:30AM
Flour Power Bakery ( Sunset Beach, next to Sabye Divers )
There is absolutely brilliant banana cake in small aluminium box shapes. The seats are somewhat hidden behind the house. Western breakfasts and sandwiches are served with their hearty whole-grain bread. cinnamon buns: 60 baht, brownies: 40 baht; pies: 80 baht.
Jack's Jungle ( Inland between Sunset and Sunrise beaches
A really lovely spot when you want to get off the beach and eat surrounded by nice cool, green jungle. The Thai food is fantastic (especially the coconut soups) and you can order to mild to Thai-style spicy. The banana-lime pancakes are especially great.
Pancake Lady ( Island centre)
The best pancakes in Thailand. Choose from fillings like coconut, banana, and chocolate. Delicious smoothies sold in plastic cups.
PeePee Bakery ( Inland on Walking Street, 10 m east of Pattaya Beach )
A popular breakfast spot that has a good bakery adjoining that serves bagels and cinnamon rolls. The service can be rude and unhelpful, but still worth it.
Sunrise Restaurant ( Sunrise Beach )
Friendly place, directly on the beach, very good Thai food, cheap.
Cafe & Bar
Most of the hotels serve food and drinks. Those that have water served from large jugs will refill used water bottles for customers if asked politely. In addition, there are several stand-alone bars:
Home Bar ( In the heart of Lipe )
Mr. Nor the owner is a real Rasta and super friendly. The beer and soda taste better than everywhere else I've been in Thailand before. The place have an incredible cosmic atmosphere and you can easy spend hours there looking at all dicks made out of wood. If you ask Mr. Nor to see his nunchucks collection he will proudly show it for you. Definitely 5 of 5 nunchucks. Cheap.
ELEPHANT (formerly Longtail Bar). ( On Walking Street, near Pattaya beach across from the Pink Market )
(UPDATE Oct. 2014 ):
Previously ELEPHANT was two separate establishments: Elephant Books & Coffee and Longtail Bar. The owners have combined the two into one restaurant-bar-coffee house at the Longtail Bar location, just across the street from where Elephant Books & Coffee used to be.
American coffee house-style restaurant with a full bar built into an actual 10-meter longtail boat, which offers a hand-picked selection of Thai and imported wines, a cocktail list that features very affordable cocktails made with artisan Thai spirits, as well as high-end imported liquor. Every night starting at about 9:30pm, the now infamous Banana Band serves up Thai and English music in a relaxed setting. The Band's motto is "if you're in the bar, you're in the band" - meaning everyone can join the fun!! KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL 12:30AM
Barracuda Bar ( Sunrise street )
Historic bar, from 2003 on the island,originally on pattaya beach (Lipe) where give the name of the place (local expat call that corner of the beach "barracuda") from 2015 relocated on the sunrise street in a nice oasis created by a huge bamboo tree, where u can chill your evening or the best place to warm up for the night "movida" . Offer the coolest beer in the island at the best price,good selection of cocktails (mix with local alcohol 80B)easy to reach from walking street at cross road turn right and follow for 200m. Barracuda moreover offer you a plenty of information can organize boat trip, fishing trip, possibility to rent snorkeling equipment, bicycle and taxi. Open almost all year Beer from 50 baht and cocktail from 80 baht.
Bila Beach Cafe ( Bila Beach )
This is the only bar/restaurant on the little, but sweet, Bila Beach. Worth a visit and a great place to hang out with a group of friends for the day.
Cocktail Bar ( Walking Street )
This is the bar: rough and alive, open and racy. They have a long list of cocktails, all fresh, very tasty and cheap (all for 100 baht). That is the place to be if you want to improvise your night.
Cozy Cove ( North end of Sunset Beach )
Great views and good tunes.
Jack's Jungle Bar ( Inland )
Otherwise known as JJ's, is inland and is a must-visit due to Jack's friendly personality. Jack also organises parties every Saturday in the high season, some with live music. Beer costs 60-70 baht and food costs 70-150 baht.
Mom's Tattoo Bar ( Walking Street, near Pattaya Beach )
An intimate bar, where anyone can be a "regular" on their first visit. Tasty drinks mix well with good conversation and crazy-good music. Best place to lose an hour or five while making new friends or just hanging out with the bar's namesake owner, "Mom" (who is also a legendary tattoo artist). 60-180 baht.
Oh My God! ( 50 m from the intersection, at the end of Walking St (near Sunrise Beach) toward Chao Lay Village).
A locals favourite. Oh My God! (used to be called Oh's Pooh Bar) moved to a new location 50 m from the intersection, at the end of Walking St(near Sunrise Beach) and is home to the best burger on the island. There are pool tables and TVs (for watching big sports events), and there are usually a few local divers hanging out there. They also serve some delicious food and bar snacks. Open late. Also sells Swedish snus.
Peace & Love ( Pattaya Beach - facing the ocean at the entrance of Walking St, go left past Time to Chill, Tiger Bar / Massage).
If you're still drinking, they're still open. A Lipe institution, offering a great beach vibe, well-made drinks, and nightly fire shows (best on the island!). Hang out and talk to the bar's Muslim owners Chai and Yaad and learn about the island and the history of the South Andaman, or just take in the amazing beach views from your beach mat. Three bamboo bungalows available for rent behind the bar. 20-120 baht.
Reggae Bar ( Pattaya Beach )
Mellow scene. On February 6 celebrates Bob Marley's birthday with a 3-day music and culture festival.
Restaurant
Most of the hotels serve food and drinks. In addition, there are several stand-alone restaurants:
Banana Leaf ( Inland )
Serves average food, but drink prices are good and they play movies every night on a big projection screen.
Capriccio
It is the only fine dinning restaurant in koh Lipe with Italian chef, they serve Australian and local meat, local fish everyday fresh, good service, good price, best restaurant in Lipe 2015 for trip advisor
ELEPHANT American Coffee House ( On Walking Street, near Pattaya beach across from the Pink Market )
( UPDATE Oct. 2014 ):
Previously ELEPHANT was two separate establishments: Elephant Books & Coffee and Longtail Bar. The owners have combined the two into one restaurant-bar-coffee house at the Longtail Bar location, just across the street from where Elephant Books & Coffee used to be.
An East-meets-West American-style coffee house (owners are from San Francisco and Thailand), with expertly crafted coffee drinks, homemade bakery, well-prepared breakfasts, including homemade toasted muesli and lots of crispy bacon. Other menu items include proper American burgers (imported beef), sandwiches, a large selection of fresh salads, fresh baked bread, and even a to-die-for 16-hour smoked pulled pork sandwich! Dinner options include imported Australian strip loin steaks cooked to temperature, pan seared salmon, and pork chops with sauteed apples. There is a full bar built into an actual 10-meter longtail boat, which offers a hand-picked selection of Thai and imported wines, a cocktail list that features very affordable cocktails made with artisan Thai spirits, as well as high-end imported liquor. Every night starting at about 9:30pm, the now infamous Banana Band serves up Thai and English music in a relaxed setting. The Band's motto is "if you're in the bar, you're in the band" - meaning everyone can join the fun!! KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL 12:30AM
Flour Power Bakery ( Sunset Beach, next to Sabye Divers )
There is absolutely brilliant banana cake in small aluminium box shapes. The seats are somewhat hidden behind the house. Western breakfasts and sandwiches are served with their hearty whole-grain bread. cinnamon buns: 60 baht, brownies: 40 baht; pies: 80 baht.
Jack's Jungle ( Inland between Sunset and Sunrise beaches
A really lovely spot when you want to get off the beach and eat surrounded by nice cool, green jungle. The Thai food is fantastic (especially the coconut soups) and you can order to mild to Thai-style spicy. The banana-lime pancakes are especially great.
Pancake Lady ( Island centre)
The best pancakes in Thailand. Choose from fillings like coconut, banana, and chocolate. Delicious smoothies sold in plastic cups.
PeePee Bakery ( Inland on Walking Street, 10 m east of Pattaya Beach )
A popular breakfast spot that has a good bakery adjoining that serves bagels and cinnamon rolls. The service can be rude and unhelpful, but still worth it.
Sunrise Restaurant ( Sunrise Beach )
Friendly place, directly on the beach, very good Thai food, cheap.
Cafe & Bar
Most of the hotels serve food and drinks. Those that have water served from large jugs will refill used water bottles for customers if asked politely. In addition, there are several stand-alone bars:
Home Bar ( In the heart of Lipe )
Mr. Nor the owner is a real Rasta and super friendly. The beer and soda taste better than everywhere else I've been in Thailand before. The place have an incredible cosmic atmosphere and you can easy spend hours there looking at all dicks made out of wood. If you ask Mr. Nor to see his nunchucks collection he will proudly show it for you. Definitely 5 of 5 nunchucks. Cheap.
ELEPHANT (formerly Longtail Bar). ( On Walking Street, near Pattaya beach across from the Pink Market )
(UPDATE Oct. 2014 ):
Previously ELEPHANT was two separate establishments: Elephant Books & Coffee and Longtail Bar. The owners have combined the two into one restaurant-bar-coffee house at the Longtail Bar location, just across the street from where Elephant Books & Coffee used to be.
American coffee house-style restaurant with a full bar built into an actual 10-meter longtail boat, which offers a hand-picked selection of Thai and imported wines, a cocktail list that features very affordable cocktails made with artisan Thai spirits, as well as high-end imported liquor. Every night starting at about 9:30pm, the now infamous Banana Band serves up Thai and English music in a relaxed setting. The Band's motto is "if you're in the bar, you're in the band" - meaning everyone can join the fun!! KITCHEN OPEN UNTIL 12:30AM
Barracuda Bar ( Sunrise street )
Historic bar, from 2003 on the island,originally on pattaya beach (Lipe) where give the name of the place (local expat call that corner of the beach "barracuda") from 2015 relocated on the sunrise street in a nice oasis created by a huge bamboo tree, where u can chill your evening or the best place to warm up for the night "movida" . Offer the coolest beer in the island at the best price,good selection of cocktails (mix with local alcohol 80B)easy to reach from walking street at cross road turn right and follow for 200m. Barracuda moreover offer you a plenty of information can organize boat trip, fishing trip, possibility to rent snorkeling equipment, bicycle and taxi. Open almost all year Beer from 50 baht and cocktail from 80 baht.
Bila Beach Cafe ( Bila Beach )
This is the only bar/restaurant on the little, but sweet, Bila Beach. Worth a visit and a great place to hang out with a group of friends for the day.
Cocktail Bar ( Walking Street )
This is the bar: rough and alive, open and racy. They have a long list of cocktails, all fresh, very tasty and cheap (all for 100 baht). That is the place to be if you want to improvise your night.
Cozy Cove ( North end of Sunset Beach )
Great views and good tunes.
Jack's Jungle Bar ( Inland )
Otherwise known as JJ's, is inland and is a must-visit due to Jack's friendly personality. Jack also organises parties every Saturday in the high season, some with live music. Beer costs 60-70 baht and food costs 70-150 baht.
Mom's Tattoo Bar ( Walking Street, near Pattaya Beach )
An intimate bar, where anyone can be a "regular" on their first visit. Tasty drinks mix well with good conversation and crazy-good music. Best place to lose an hour or five while making new friends or just hanging out with the bar's namesake owner, "Mom" (who is also a legendary tattoo artist). 60-180 baht.
Oh My God! ( 50 m from the intersection, at the end of Walking St (near Sunrise Beach) toward Chao Lay Village).
A locals favourite. Oh My God! (used to be called Oh's Pooh Bar) moved to a new location 50 m from the intersection, at the end of Walking St(near Sunrise Beach) and is home to the best burger on the island. There are pool tables and TVs (for watching big sports events), and there are usually a few local divers hanging out there. They also serve some delicious food and bar snacks. Open late. Also sells Swedish snus.
Peace & Love ( Pattaya Beach - facing the ocean at the entrance of Walking St, go left past Time to Chill, Tiger Bar / Massage).
If you're still drinking, they're still open. A Lipe institution, offering a great beach vibe, well-made drinks, and nightly fire shows (best on the island!). Hang out and talk to the bar's Muslim owners Chai and Yaad and learn about the island and the history of the South Andaman, or just take in the amazing beach views from your beach mat. Three bamboo bungalows available for rent behind the bar. 20-120 baht.
Reggae Bar ( Pattaya Beach )
Mellow scene. On February 6 celebrates Bob Marley's birthday with a 3-day music and culture festival.
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Sources Details from: Wikipedia & Wikitravel
Sources Photo from: Wikipedia & Wikitravel
Sources Details from: Wikipedia & Wikitravel
Sources Photo from: Wikipedia & Wikitravel
