Thailand Guide

Green Curry in Koh Phi Phi แกงเขียวหวาน

Green curry is the coconut curry with Thai basil. Garlic 1992 in Tonsai is the busy local Thai room where it sits on a short menu.

Koh Phi Phi100 to 200 THB a personkaeng khiao wan Thai food hub
Green Curry in Koh Phi Phi

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Thaiแกงเขียวหวาน · kaeng khiao wan
Price100 to 200 THB a person
RoomGarlic 1992, Tonsai
Clock10:30 to 23:00

What it tastes like

  • Coconut, green chili, and Thai basil. Sweet first, then heat.

How to order it

  • Thai name: kaeng khiao wan (แกงเขียวหวาน).
  • Say: Khor kaeng khiao wan kai, kap khao, khrap/kha.
  • Expect a queue at dinner. Go before 18:00.

Typical price

  • 2026 cash: 100 to 200 THB a person.

Where to try it

  • Garlic 1992, 160 Chaokoh Rd, Tonsai, Koh Phi Phi Don, Krabi 81210. 10:30 to 23:00 daily. 100 to 200 THB a person. Papaya salad, tom yum, and pad thai are on the same card.

Spice level and diet

  • Heat: Medium.
  • Diet: Chicken or prawn. Ask about vegetarian.

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Common questions

Why the queue?
Island prices are high. This room stays near town prices.
Book ahead?
No. Arrive early.