#1 · Best overall in Ao Nang★ 5.0 · 1,044 Google reviews
Penny Thai Cookery School
Sai Thai
Food guide · Krabi & Ao Nang
10 Best Cooking Classes in Krabi, Thailand
Looking for the best cooking classes in Krabi, Thailand? We ranked the province’s top 10 Thai cooking schools by real Google Maps ratings and review counts — led by Ao Nang favorites and Koh Lanta island schools. Eight of the ten hold a perfect 5.0 rating.
Quick comparison
Eight schools hold a perfect 5.0; ranking continues by review volume.
| # | School | Rating | Reviews | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Penny Thai Cookery School | ★ 5.0 | 1,044 | Sai Thai |
| 2 | Cooking with Mon - The Best Cooking School in Koh Lanta | ★ 5.0 | 836 | Sala Dan |
| 3 | Smart Cook Thai Cookery School | ★ 5.0 | 557 | Ao Nang |
| 4 | Lanta Thai Cookery School | ★ 5.0 | 475 | Sala Dan |
| 5 | Cooking with Dao | ★ 5.0 | 426 | Ao Nang |
| 6 | Spice and Knives Cooking Class & Organic Garden | ★ 5.0 | 319 | Klong Kong Beach |
| 7 | Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School | ★ 5.0 | 271 | Sala Dan |
| 8 | Authentic Thai Cooking, Krabi | ★ 5.0 | 191 | Ao Nang |
| 9 | TIME FOR LIME - Thai Cooking School and Cocktail fun | ★ 4.9 | 533 | Sala Dan |
| 10 | Ya's Krabi Thai Cookery | ★ 4.9 | 325 | Ao Nang |
The full list
In-depth notes on every school, in ranked order.
#2 · Best on Koh Lanta★ 5.0 · 836 Google reviews
Cooking with Mon - The Best Cooking School in Koh Lanta
Sala Dan
#3 · Best Ao Nang runner-up★ 5.0 · 557 Google reviews
Smart Cook Thai Cookery School
Ao Nang
#4 · Best Koh Lanta alternative★ 5.0 · 475 Google reviews
Lanta Thai Cookery School
Sala Dan
#5 · Best personal attention★ 5.0 · 426 Google reviews
Cooking with Dao
Ao Nang
#6 · Best organic garden class★ 5.0 · 319 Google reviews
Spice and Knives Cooking Class & Organic Garden
Klong Kong Beach
#7 · Best on Koh Lanta south★ 5.0 · 271 Google reviews
Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School
Sala Dan
#8 · Best authentic home style★ 5.0 · 191 Google reviews
Authentic Thai Cooking, Krabi
Ao Nang
#9 · Best cooking-plus-cocktails★ 4.9 · 533 Google reviews
TIME FOR LIME - Thai Cooking School and Cocktail fun
Sala Dan
#10 · Best long-running school★ 4.9 · 325 Google reviews
Ya's Krabi Thai Cookery
Ao Nang
Frequently asked questions
How much does a cooking class in Krabi cost?
Half-day classes in Ao Nang or Koh Lanta usually cost 900 to 1,500 baht per person, often including a market tour and cookbook. Full-day and private formats cost more.
Should I take a class in Ao Nang or Koh Lanta?
Ao Nang has the highest concentration of schools and easiest access from Krabi Town and the airport. Koh Lanta schools are smaller and famously personal — worth it if you are staying on the island.
Do Krabi cooking classes include a market tour?
Most include a short market visit before cooking. On Koh Lanta, several schools also grow or source ingredients from their own gardens.
Are classes suitable for children?
Many Krabi schools welcome families and adjust dishes and spice levels for children. Message the school before booking with young kids.
How were these cooking schools ranked?
Schools were ranked by their Google Maps rating and total review count, filtered for schools with at least 100 reviews. Data was collected in September 2026 and ratings change over time, so check each school’s listing before booking.
Cooking classes in other Thai cities: Bangkok · Chiang Mai · Koh Samui · Pattaya · Phuket
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Planning a longer stay? See our DTV visa cooking class guide, the DTV Muay Thai gym guide, and the August 2026 DTV rule changes.
Ratings were collected from Google Maps in September 2026 and change over time. DTV Thai has no affiliation with the schools listed and booking happens directly with each school.