Just as nature intended, today’s lunch.

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How to eat in the forest, yet still observe the best in Thai food, that is Peang Prai.  All presented with simple grace and attention to detail.

      

The restaurant’s location is just as nature intended. The name Peang Prai in Thai means ‘like a forest’ and the restaurant certainly is that. The top floor is open on all sides, with a link to the new extension, both sections take in the view of the surrounding jungle. The area is part of Khao Phra Teo Wildlife Conservation Park, with the Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre and Bang Pae Waterfall.

We believe Peang Prai has been here since 2006. You will always receive a warm welcome from Khun Bon and his wife, Nid. This is truly a family affair with Khun Bon’s mother, heading up the kitchen. On one of our first visits Khun Bon invited us to tour the garden, where many of the herbs and plants they use are grown. He is always available to assist with food selection if you are not sure what to choose.

 

There is always a good mix of people, mainly locals, both Thai and farang, with a small selection of well-read and advised tourists. Weekends are always busy as people travel from all over the island for a Saturday or Sunday treat. The new extension was built with this in mind, so everybody can find a table even at the busiest times.

 

Today I had my personal favourite, Buer Tod (deep fried prawns and herbs), this is large prawns sitting on fragrant Leb Krut leaves, in a light local batter. There is always a slight hint of spice with chilli paste to give a little flair, with a sweet chilli dipping sauce and only 100 baht. My large Chang Export is always on hand to wash it down. One of the best priced at 70 baht.

 The main dish today was the very simple but always good Khao Phad Gai (fried rice with chicken) and I always ask for Kai Dow (a fried egg to sit on top). Just for me and to set it off a little Prig Naam Plaa (chopped chillies in a fish sauce). 240 baht for two large portions.

 

 

As always we finished with a plate of complimentary banana fritters. These are batter-fried banana pieces, rolled in roasted black sesame seeds and icing sugar. They work well with the freshly brewed coffee, latte at 60 baht and black coffee at 50 baht.

Peang Prai’s menu is full and interesting you can order many of the usual dishes, curries, vegetables dishes and many rice and noodle variations. Lots of beer, a variety of soft drinks and wine by the glass.

 

Situated 8kms from the Heroine’s Monument, towards Paklok and just few kilometers past Phuket Air Par. Turn left into a road leading to the Gibbon Rehabilitation Centre, Bang Pae Safari on the corner. The new large sign cannot be missed follow the road for about 1km and it’s on the left.