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

Order the grilled river prawns and the jungle curry, and you'll probably be satisfied. Ordering anything from the fish menu, however, is a gamble. That's the honest assessment of this large open-air restaurant on the banks of the Thanon U-Thong River, where the river view and the casual, relaxed atmosphere are a big draw. One guest paid 1,800 baht for a kilo of river prawns (four of them) and found them fresh, but expensive. Other guests complained about mushy squid, dry mussels, and soft-shell crabs swimming in oil.

So go with a plan. The restaurant is geared towards groups, the portions are generous, and despite its size, the food is usually served quickly. There are snack stands inside if you'd like to take something away. However, the desserts are rather limited; the selection is small, and there are hardly any authentic Thai sweets.

Come for a late lunch rather than dinner, find a seat overlooking the water, and simply order. Grilled dishes and curries are preferable to anything where pristine seafood is essential.