Best Restaurants in Koh Samui

Viewpoints, beach dinners and local favourites – our favourite places to eat on the island.

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1Restaurant · Chaweng Noi hills

The Jungle Club

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Why people love it

High in the hills above Chaweng Noi, with one of the most stunning views on the island – the whole east coast spread out below you. Sink into a beanbag with a drink, enjoy international and Thai food, and stay for sunset. Great for big groups.

Good to know

Booking recommended – especially for sunset and groups
Very steep road – use their shuttle or a taxi, not a scooter
Great for big groups and celebrations

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2Restaurant & Pool Lounge · Bophut hills · Bangrak views

Maithy Lounge

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Why people love it

A hillside pool lounge with views over Bangrak bay, Big Buddha and across to Koh Phangan. Thai and international food, excellent cocktails, beautiful sunsets – and you can watch the planes come in to land.

Good to know

Come for sunset
Watch the planes landing at Samui airport
Steep drive up – be a confident driver

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3Restaurant · Mountain viewpoint

The Roof

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Why people love it

High up in the mountains with a view over almost the whole island. Rows of orange beanbags, authentic Thai food and a spectacular panorama – a truly memorable dinner spot.

Good to know

Park at the bottom and take their free shuttle up
Book ahead for sunset tables

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4Thai Restaurant · Chaweng Noi

Phensiri Thai Restaurant

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Why people love it

One of the island's most popular Thai restaurants, loved for its authentic flavours – duck roti, crispy pork, southern crab curry and pineapple fried rice. Generous portions and a lovely outdoor terrace.

Good to know

Reserve in advance – it gets busy
Portions are big – order to share

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5Thai Seafood Restaurant · Bangrak & Lamai

Sabienglae

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Why people love it

A local favourite for authentic southern Thai food and fresh seafood, right on the beach with a sea breeze. Two restaurants – one on Bangrak beach and one near Lamai – both great for a sunset dinner.

Good to know

Two locations: Bangrak and Lamai
Book for a beachfront table at sunset
Try the fresh fish and southern curries

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6Thai Restaurant · Near Fisherman's Village

Ran Khang Non

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Why people love it

A small, cosy local restaurant near Fisherman's Village with real home-style Thai cooking – there is no menu, just framed photos of every dish on the wall. Famous for its khao soi.

Good to know

Open Wednesday to Saturday, lunch to early evening
Order by pointing at the photos on the wall

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7Beach Club & Restaurant · Choeng Mon

Pi Samui

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Why people love it

A beautiful open-air restaurant under a big thatched roof in a quiet bay. Warm lighting, live music some evenings and a menu that suits a romantic dinner as well as a family evening.

Good to know

Book for dinner in high season
Most atmospheric in the evening

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8Restaurant & Viewpoint · Na Mueang

Giant Summit

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Why people love it

A viewpoint restaurant high above the south of the island with 180-degree views over the sea and islands. Authentic Thai food in a peaceful setting – a perfect stop on an island tour near Na Muang waterfalls.

Good to know

Closes early evening
Steep winding road – drive carefully
Combine with Na Muang waterfall

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9Restaurant & Rooftop Bar · Chaweng

Day & Night

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Why people love it

Classy dining and some of the best cocktails on the island in a beautifully designed space, plus a small rooftop bar. Featured in the Michelin Guide 2024, within walking distance of Chaweng nightlife.

Good to know

Reserve a table, especially at weekends
Walk on to Chaweng nightlife afterwards

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10Beach Bar & Restaurant · Fisherman's Village

Coco Tam's

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Why people love it

One of the most famous spots for visitors to Samui. Beanbags on the sand, cocktails, an amazing nightly fire show – and the Fisherman's Village market right behind it.

Good to know

Fire show around 7 pm – arrive early for front seats
VIP seating can be booked
Fisherman's Village market is right next door

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11Hotel Restaurant & Bar · Maenam

W Koh Samui

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Why people love it

The W hotel's iconic infinity-pool bar with sunken lounges floating above the sea and views to Koh Phangan. A stylish place for sundowners or a special dinner in the quiet north of the island.

Good to know

Go for sunset drinks
Smart-casual dress

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12Viewpoint Café · Chaweng Noi hills

Heart Shape Mountain Seaview

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Why people love it

A hilltop café and viewpoint famous for its heart-shaped photo spot over the east coast. Come for the photo, stay for a chilled coconut – sometimes with elephants nearby.

Good to know

Small entrance fee, usually incl. a drink
Steep road – follow the red heart signs, not only Google Maps
Open daytime only

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13Beach Restaurant · Taling Ngam

I-Talay

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Why people love it

On Samui's quiet south-west coast, with a beach swing and a wooden walkway out to the sea. Sunsets here are spectacular – a peaceful, local-feeling place away from the busy east coast.

Good to know

West coast – perfect for sunset
Happy hour before sunset
Plan your transport from the east side

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