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

Khao Lak's culinary scene is dominated by Thai cuisine and grilled seafood, which makes an authentic Turkish restaurant stand out. This one, located on Soi Bang La On, has built up a loyal clientele – for visitors who return to Khao Lak year after year, it's a natural part of their trip.

The menu offers Anatolian classics: mezze as a starter, braised dishes, grilled specialties, and traditionally baked bread. Prices are mid-range, which is reasonable considering the quality of the food and the cozy, yet not casual, atmosphere. The service is praised almost as highly as the cuisine. Those wishing to plan their visit in advance can find the menu on the restaurant's website – a rather unusual feature in this country.

Go there for dinner, but arrive early. The high season in Khao Lak runs from November to April, and this restaurant is always packed then.