Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Order the grilled fish. It's the dish people keep coming back for: smoky, tender, and served in such generous portions that no one leaves hungry. The rest of the menu offers a wide selection of Thai classics and burgers, with the quality becoming increasingly inconsistent as the selection grows. One guest, who came for the highly praised Pad Thai, described it as one of the worst he'd ever had in Thailand—tough seafood and a papaya salad that hadn't marinated long enough. So stick to the grilled dishes and ask the staff what fish is available that day.

Prices at Chaweng are mid-range, which is quite important on an island where a sea view can inexplicably double the bill. The staff is praised for their friendliness and the individually tailored dishes, and a plate of watermelon is usually served at the end. It's an uncomplicated restaurant where you can simply drop in without any fuss.