Aleena Minimart – A Hidden Gem on Long Beach
If you’re looking for the best breakfast on Long Beach, look no further than Aleena Minimart. This cozy little spot is more than just a minimart—it’s a charming café and restaurant that serves up delicious, fresh, and affordable meals in a relaxed setting. The breakfast here is simply outstanding, with generous portions and great flavors that set the perfect tone for the day. Whether you’re craving a hearty omelet, fresh fruit with yogurt, or a perfectly brewed coffee, Aleena Minimart has you covered.
But the magic of this place doesn’t stop at breakfast. Right next to Aleena Minimart, you’ll find the best Pad Thai on Long Beach. This small food cart, run by an incredibly friendly and welcoming owner, is a must-visit. He usually sets up in the afternoons and evenings, serving up mouthwatering Pad Thai that’s packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. His warm personality makes the experience even better—it's the kind of place where you instantly feel at home.
This little corner of Long Beach truly has it all—amazing food, friendly service, and a laid-back atmosphere. If you're in the area, make sure to stop by.
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Read moreActually, the pastries and desserts are very good, and although the coffee is probably the worst I've ever had, I would give more stars, were it not that I've repeatedly received the most unfair and rude treatment I've ever experienced in 7 years coming to Thailand. The old lady who takes the orders seems to randomly dislike some of the customers, and knowing this from the complaints of several travellers I met on my previous trips to Lanta, I always tried to be especially polite and patient, and bear in mind the fact that she's not young, she's working for long hours and has to deal with all kinds of customers. But there's a limit for everything. I'm sure nobody deserves to be treated in such a rude way, and there are plenty of nicer places to eat on the beach, while receiving a kind treatment and comfortably leaning on cushions enjoying the beautiful seaview. The difference in price is maybe 10 or 15% and the...
Read moreThis place is a real gem. Attached to the minimart is a restaurant and bakery. They have a bunch of outside seating and in the evenings it has a really great atmosphere. We ate here 2 nights and even took away some of their filled bagels for our transfer out of Ko Lanta.
They bake all their own breads, bagels, pita, cakes, brownies and they make their own desserts. There is always a great variety of freshly made stuff on display. It is really amazing to see such great homemade produce. Reasonable prices and really tasty food aswell. They have a large menu for breakfast lunch or dinner, and a wide range of vegetarian options too.
As it’s paired with the minimart, they allow you to buy drinks from there, and drink them at the tables outside, so it’s super cheap!! Can’t recommend this...
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