Krua Bai Gluay storefront, Samkong Phuket

Our Story

From a small roadside stall
to a must-visit local legend

Over 10 years of bold, authentic Southern Thai flavors — run by just two people, mom and auntie. Fresh sea bass picked every morning, cooked to order with recipes you won’t find easily in Phuket. It might take a moment, but every dish is made with heart.

Every morning, mom heads to the market to hand-pick fresh sea bass — never frozen. She also selects every herb herself: lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, Thai basil, turmeric. Everything must be fresh, every single day.

Our philosophy is simple: cook every dish as if it's for family. No shortcuts, no skimping on ingredients. Curry paste is pounded by hand, dipping sauces are made fresh daily, and every dish is cooked to order — nothing reheated.

Our shop may be small and you might have to wait, but once you taste the food, you'll understand why customers keep coming back week after week. Some have been regulars since the very first day we opened.

Krua Bai Gluay family at the original restaurant

Where it all began