In this sweltering heat, the beach beckons, but the drive is just too long, especially to Surat Thani.

So, how about some fresh seafood in Bangkok instead? Preferably somewhere close to home.

And easy on the wallet, since the Songkran festival drained my budget.

Well, I have just the place: Talay Surat Thani restaurant, located on Sai Mai - Watcharapol Road, near the Venice Di Irish pub.

Parking is available in front of the shop and along the street. However, it is advisable to arrive early as the shop tends to sell out quickly, especially after 10:00 PM. After 10:00 PM, most items are likely to be sold out.

Can I see the menu, please? All the items have prices listed.

Ordering food and taking in the ambiance of the restaurant.

A charming little shop.

The restaurant now has an air-conditioned zone, and they have recently expanded their space.

And then the food arrived. Yay!

Starting with the papaya salad with crab, fresh and crispy vegetables.

Fresh, Large Oysters

Note: The original text uses informal language and exaggerated expressions. The translation aims to convey the meaning in a more formal and concise way.

The crab shell is a bit crumbly.

Sour curry with acacia pennata and shrimp, a hybrid of southern and Bangkok styles.

Plump and juicy shrimp fritters.

Next up, a simple dish that truly tests culinary skill: the "fried egg".

Perfectly cooked, with no excess oil, and a touch of chili sauce – simply delicious.

The highlight is the grilled squid. If you sit outside the air-conditioned room, the aroma of the grilled squid will be very tempting.

This concludes our report on delicious restaurants.

If you are in the area, be sure to stop by and enjoy yourself.

Restaurant location: 67/26 Vacharaphol Road, Khwaeng Khlong Thanon,

Sai Mai District, Bangkok 10220

Tel. 096 645 5596

Goodbye.