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

Come for the food, not the shopping. This compact night market in Patong is only a fraction of the size of the island's larger markets—and that's precisely what makes it so special. It offers a quieter alternative to the hustle and bustle of Bangla Street, without feeling like you're experiencing anything too intense. Visitors consistently praise the same few dishes, which gives you a good hint: large, fresh oysters, noodle soup, Thai basil rice, chicken spring rolls from the stall near the entrance, and fruit platters so cheap that local tourists buy them for lunch every day. Tamarind prawns are also mentioned in reviews.

Two things I'd like to point out. The claw machines are said to be rigged, so consider them more of a chance to lose money than to win. More seriously, however, a reviewer observed raw and cooked chicken being handled together at a kebab stand. While this isn't a reason to avoid the market altogether, it's advisable to watch how the food is being prepared before buying it—which is generally recommended at any outdoor market anyway.