My house is in a small village called Bangtao Beach. It has a mix of traditional houses and modern condo and resort complexes. I live in a modest house, but joined the health club at one of the fancy places. We are in a muslim neighborhood, not far from the beach. We eat most evenings. There are 3 types of Thai restaurants here, the high end ones in resort hotels or nearby, with aircon and white tableclothes, then the type that is open air, but with real tables and chairs, menues and full service, then the open air, covered street-style food places. At those you order from what is available, pick a seat