Naked Crab takes no credit for the spate of unclothed barangs trotting around the Kingdom. And no, you can’t get naked here either (the crowds are far too classy for that anyway). You can, however, take your shoes off and wiggle your toes in the sand, which adds to the whole Gulf of Siam seaside ambience. Naked Crab opened three weeks ago in the garden outside Maison Saint Tropez, the popular night club, and the central feature is dining tables with big umbrellas in the sand. The chef is Thai and the menu is a combination of Thai seafood and Chinese dim sum. A (good American slate) pool table gives the place the slight air of an upscale beach bar and the dance floor next door is an easy invitation to turn dinner into dancing the daylight in. Just keep your clothes on. Naked Crab, #31 Street 174.
