Haad Yao

The burger that splits the island, plus lobster bisque and duck

Come for the full meal: lobster bisque, duck, a steak that reaches the table under a cloud of smoke, and brioche with caramel, banana and ice cream to close. Book a table ahead — and anyone who just wants a burger without the ceremony will find their counter in the food court by the car park entrance.

⚠ The burger divides opinion

Bagels baked on site, excellent coffee and a chicken sandwich you remember

The bagels are baked on site — the broken bagel and the breakfast banh mi lead the way — and the coffee is reason enough to linger. The chicken sandwich stays with you long after the visit, and a Caesar salad rounds off a light lunch. Don't turn up late: the doors close at five.

ℹ Closes in the afternoon

Views and sunsets above Haad Yao, with an avocado bagel and a surprising açaí

A bungalow resort with a restaurant that pulls off both worlds — the Thai menu and the Western one each work well. On the Thai side the standout is the pad kra pao, made here with Australian beef. There is a pool too, which makes it an easy choice for families with children or for a brunch that runs on into the day.