Sun, sea, and soda: Gourmet Bar Hat Tham Phang on Koh Si Chang is too pretty to stay a secret
There’s a new bar on Koh Si Chang, and it’s as pretty as a postcard (but with better drinks)
If you haven’t been to Koh Si Chang in a while, or ever, this is your sign. This sleepy little island off the Chonburi coast just got a caffeine jolt in the form of Gourmet Bar Hat Tham Phang.
Perched just steps from the newly revamped Hat Tham Phang Beach, the café is the latest opening from Novotel Marina Sriracha & Koh Si Chang. It’s the hotel’s newest initiative to bring good drinks, tropical vibes, and Instagram-worthy moments to both hotel guests and curious day-trippers.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Gourmet Bar Hat Tham Phang |
| Where | Hat Tham Phang Beach, Koh Si Chang (at Novotel Marina Sriracha & Koh Samui) |
| Vibe | Beachfront, airy café with sea views and relaxed seating |
| Must-Try | Signature sodas: ‘Sri Chang’, ‘Begin Nee’, ‘Tham Phang’ |
| Opening Hours | Mon to Fri: 9am to 6pm, Sat to Sun: 9am to 7pm |
A fresh face on a newly refreshed beach
Hat Tham Phang Beach underwent a major glow-up last year. With new seating areas, cleaner surroundings, and thoughtful landscaping, the beach has become a quiet and scenic alternative to the mainland hustle. Novotel’s decision to open the Gourmet Bar Hat Tham Phang is a natural extension of that buzz, giving beach lovers a place to linger just a little longer.
From the beach, take a short stroll up the gently sloped ramp to the sun-drenched café. Inside, you’ll find natural textures and wooden furniture, along with floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with light and frame sweeping sea views.
Every table is a front-row seat to paradise. There are cosy seats for small groups, beach-facing chairs on the outdoor deck, and solo spots perfect for journaling or sipping quietly with your earbuds in.
Prefer to keep things more casual? You can skip the climb entirely and opt to sit right on the beach, where the café offers bean bag chairs for a barefoot, toes-in-the-sand kind of experience.
The drinks? Beach in a glass
The drinks menu leans into freshness and flair. Yes, you’ll find your café classics like iced coffees (with add-ons like vanilla, caramel, and hazelnut flavour shots) and matcha latte. But you’ll also find drinks that will cool you down, like fruit frappes in pineapple, watermelon, and wild berry. Beers and soft drinks are also available if you want to camp out for the day.
In addition, the café’s signature soda-based creations are too tempting to miss. Each one, priced 140 Baht, captures a different essence of the island:
- Sri Chang – A fizzy, tropical mix of lychee, coconut, and lemon. It’s sweet, sharp, and wonderfully beachy.
- Begin Nee – Butterfly pea and lychee give this purple drink a floral twist, brightened with a zing of lemon.
- Tham Phang – This one, the café’s namesake, is basically a garden in a glass. It consists of rose, mint, strawberry, and lemon that create a refreshing, romantic sip.
And while the drinks may be the star of the show, don’t overlook the sweets. Behind the glass counter, you’ll spot a line-up of beautifully plated cakes that look almost too good to eat. Options include rich chocolate slices to fruit-topped pastries, among others.
Open daily so you can get your sun-soaked drink anytime
So if you find yourself on Koh Si Chang this month, make time for a pitstop at Gourmet Bar Hat Tham Phang. After all, it’s not every day you find a drink this pretty served with a side of sea breeze.
Better yet, stay at Novotel Marina Sriracha & Koh Si Chang for the full experience. Sitting right on the beach, the hotel is a no-brainer for anyone seeking a chill weekend escape. You’ll be steps from morning espressos, afternoon sodas, and sunset selfies without ever having to put on real shoes.
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Open daily. Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9am to 7pm
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