Café 8.98 Ao Nang

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The brunch options here are amazing, loved the House Brunch, but the Power smoothie and other bowls were too sweet for me, the coffee is good, but only the drinks, especially the ones with milk. As for the atmosphere, it’s a bit warm, could have ac to offer inside at this price range, but the staff is really nice and efficient, food comes out fast.

My wife and I ordered “Build-Your-Own-Bowls” in the evening of 4-5-2025. My wife ordered a rice bowl with beyond meat, and I ordered a salad with roasted chicken. The portions were enormous, and everything was prepared simple and *clean (by clean, I mean without excessive seasoning or hard to identify allergens). Our server was also very sweet, and helpful in accommodating questions about our allergies. We both have sensitivities to dairy, and I’ve been having issues with onion and garlic lately. While navigating these food sensitivities is surprisingly not bad of an issue in Thailand, it was really nice being able to dine here and not have to think too hard about our order. The cafe prices were pretty standard, if not cheaper than what I am used to seeing in western cafes in Thailand. The food on the other hand is pretty spot on with other western style restaurants in Thailand, and people should understand that paying for foreign style food in a tourist area is going to raise the asking price. Our meal was still not even half the cost that it would have been in the States. This restaurant had a good atmosphere, and we would surely return.

Cafe 8.98 is a beautifully designed café with a warm and stylish interior that immediately gives off a cozy, modern vibe. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the layout feels thoughtfully put together. I recently stopped by to try it out and was genuinely impressed by the food, particularly the Beyond Burger — it was absolutely delicious. The patty was flavorful and perfectly cooked, and the toppings were fresh and well-balanced. It’s clear that they put care into the quality of their ingredients. However, my experience with the service left quite a bit to be desired. When I entered the café, I found a seat and waited to be acknowledged. Unfortunately, no one noticed me — not for a short time, but for quite a while. Even though staff walked by, no one approached or offered a menu. After an extended wait, I finally had to call someone over just to get a menu. Once my order was taken, the food arrived quickly, and I appreciated the efficiency at that stage. That said, the initial lack of attention made the visit less welcoming than it could have been. There’s definite potential here, and I hope the service aspect improves to match the quality of the food and ambiance.

We dined here five or six times during our month-long stay in Ao Nang, and the food was consistently pleasant. The Eggs Benedict served on a croissant was easily my favorite combination. While the Turkish eggs lacked a bit of spice in the chili oil and the pork belly portions seemed to decrease slightly over time, the pork belly itself always tasted fantastic. Overall, the experience never disappointed, and I would happily keep coming back again and again