1. Reservation Deposits
1.1 Standard Deposit
All table reservations require a non-refundable deposit of 500 THB (Thai Baht) to secure your booking. This deposit:
- Is collected at the time of booking via secure online payment
- Will be deducted from your final bill when you dine with us
- Acts as a commitment fee to hold your table
- Is processed securely through Stripe payment gateway
1.2 Deposit Redemption
Your deposit is automatically applied as credit toward your dining experience:
- Simply inform your server of your booking reference when you arrive
- The 500 THB will be deducted from your final bill
- If your bill is less than 500 THB, the difference is not refundable as cash
- Deposits cannot be transferred to future visits
2. Cancellation Terms
2.1 Guest Cancellations
- More than 24 hours before: Your deposit can be applied to a new reservation within 30 days of the original booking date
- Less than 24 hours before: Deposit is forfeited
- No-show: Deposit is forfeited
2.2 How to Cancel or Modify
To cancel or modify your reservation:
- Reply to your confirmation email
- Contact us at booking@kaneang-pier.com
- Call +66 83 173 1187
Please include your booking reference number in all communications.
2.3 Modifications
You may change your reservation date, time, or party size without forfeiting your deposit, provided you contact us at least 24 hours before your original booking. Changes are subject to availability.
3. Cafe-Initiated Cancellations
3.1 Operational Reasons
In rare cases, we may need to cancel your reservation due to:
- Unexpected closure (maintenance, staffing issues)
- Overbooking errors
- Unforeseen circumstances
In these cases, we will offer you a full refund or the option to reschedule at no additional cost.
3.2 Force Majeure
If we must cancel due to circumstances beyond our control (natural disasters, government orders, public health emergencies, severe weather), we will:
- Offer a full refund of your deposit, OR
- Provide a credit valid for 90 days from the original booking date
4. Large Group Bookings
For groups of 8 or more guests, different terms may apply:
- Higher deposit requirements (to be confirmed at time of booking)
- Minimum 48-hour cancellation notice required
- Partial refunds may be available depending on advance notice given
Please contact us directly for large group reservations to discuss specific terms.
5. Special Events & Set Menus
5.1 Ticketed Events
For special events, tasting menus, or chef's table experiences with prepayment:
- 7+ days before: Full refund available
- 3-7 days before: 50% refund or full credit for future event
- Less than 3 days: No refund, but tickets are transferable to another guest
5.2 Transferring Tickets
Event tickets can be transferred to another person at no charge. Simply email us the new guest's name before the event.
6. Gift Vouchers
- Gift vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase
- Gift vouchers are non-refundable but fully transferable
- Lost vouchers can be replaced if you have the original purchase receipt
- Vouchers cannot be redeemed for cash
- Any unused balance remains as credit until the voucher expires
7. Refund Process
7.1 How Refunds Are Processed
When a refund is approved, it will be issued to the original payment method:
- Credit/Debit Cards: 5-10 business days
- Bank Transfer: 3-5 business days
- Mobile Payment: 1-3 business days
Processing times depend on your financial institution and are outside our control.
7.2 Currency
All refunds are issued in Thai Baht (THB). If you paid in a different currency, you may receive a different amount due to exchange rate fluctuations. We do not compensate for exchange rate differences.
8. Disputes
If you believe you are entitled to a refund that has not been processed correctly, please contact us within 30 days. We will review your case and respond within 5 business days.
For unresolved disputes, you may contact your card issuer or payment provider directly. However, we encourage you to reach out to us first so we can resolve any issues amicably.
9. Contact Us
For refund inquiries or assistance:
- Email: booking@kaneang-pier.com
- Phone: +66 83 173 1187
- Hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM (Thailand Time), daily
Please have your booking reference number ready when contacting us about refunds.
