Best Food in Ko Samui
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Thai cuisine is some of the best food in the world, and you've no shortage of great options to enjoy it on the island of Ko Samui.
10 Places
3 City Tips
10 Places
Laem Din Market
Flea & Street Markets
Takho Bangpo Seafood
Restaurants
H Bistro at Hansar Samui
Restaurants
Phensiri Thai Restaurant
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Farmer's Restaurant and Bar
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Sweet Sisters Cafe
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Kob Thai Restaurant
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Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar
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parttimetravel's City Tips
- Many restaurants will adjust spice levels to Western tastes. If you want a kick, make sure to ask for your dish "Thai spicy."
- When looking for street food, choose stalls that are busy with locals or have lines and high turnover. Avoid dishes that seem to have been sitting out for a long time.
- Mix it up: Try both local street foods and some of the ambient restaurants for the best all-around experience.
- Laem Din MarketFlea & Street MarketsSee more photosparttimetravel Says:
During the day, Laem Din Market is a colorful display of the fresh produce that supplies local restaurants. By night, it's an incredible night market with some of the island's best local eats and street food.
Tips- The night market runs from 6pm to 2am.
- Don't miss the curries!
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #4 of 10 things to do in Chaweng- Authentic Thai food at great price 22/01/2019
- Local market, for the locals 07/09/2018
- Laem Din Market
â–ĽAddress:Soi Reggaenear Petch Bucha Thai Boxing StadiumChaweng, BophutThailand - Takho Bangpo SeafoodRestaurants (Seafood, Asian, Thai)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
When on an island, it's often best to go with what's fresh and from Koh Samui... and that is seafood. This local spot on the beach is a go-to for fresh seafood, served Samui style.
Tips- Some of the staff speaks English — be sure to ask what's in season.
- Be sure to eat something with the other local specialty item besides seafood: coconut.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #361 of 1,274 restaurants in Ko Samui- Wonderful seafood 24/08/2020
- Downhill spiral 31/12/2019
- Takho Bangpo Seafood
â–Ľ - H Bistro at Hansar SamuiRestaurants (Seafood, European, Thai, Asian)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
H Bistro is for the trendier at heart, and the food is truly great. The outdoor patio offers wonderful sunset views, and it's the perfect place to enjoy a cocktail.
Tips- The cuisine is mostly French/Mediterranean, but the Thai dishes are excellent as well.
- Located at the Hansur Samui Resort.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #64 of 577 restaurants in Bophut- Excellent Service and Food 20/07/2020
- Great breakfast 17/07/2020
- H Bistro at Hansar Samui
â–ĽAddress:101/28 Moo1, Bophut, Koh SamuiBophut 84320ThailandPhone:+66 77 245 511Price range:USDÂ 15 - USDÂ 40Hours:Sun - Sat7:00 am - 10:30 pmOther: - Phensiri Thai RestaurantRestaurants (Asian, Thai, Healthy)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
A budget spot that still has a wonderful ambiance, this is a particularly comfortable place to taste classic Thai cuisine in a modern setting. It's a family-run bistro serving great food.
Tips- The restaurant offers Thai cooking classes.
- A great place to try the classics: som tam, tom yum, and any and all curries.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #18 of 205 restaurants in ChawengCertificate of Excellence 2014- REALIABLE STANDARD BEARER. 21/12/2020
- We had a desire to have Thai 28/11/2020
- Phensiri Thai Restaurant
â–ĽAddress:80/30, Moo 3, Chaweng Beach Rd.Chaweng, Bophut 84320ThailandPhone:+66 77 945 151Price range:USDÂ 2 - USDÂ 20Hours:Sun - Sat11:50 am - 10:30 pmOther: - Farmer's Restaurant and BarRestaurants (Asian, Thai)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
Uniquely set among fields and rice paddies, Farmer Restaurant serves up local dishes often made with produce grown on site.
Tips- There are five types of rice grown here to choose from to go with your meal!
- Duck is often a highlight on the menu.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #53 of 149 restaurants in Mae Nam- Great food-amazing place 18/06/2019
- A very different peaceful experience 19/02/2019
- Farmer's Restaurant and Bar
â–Ľ - Sweet Sisters CafeRestaurants (Cafe, Asian, Thai, Healthy, International, Fusion)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
This spot serves up some of the best fresh food on the island, with vegan, vegetarian, and many healthy options. It's clean eating with an emphasis on Southern Thai cuisine.
Tips- Try the daily specials to get the freshest meal.
- Dairy-free and gluten-free options are available on request.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #1 of 17 restaurants in Na MueangCertificate of Excellence 2014- All is perfect, good, sweet, 18/12/2020
- Give this place a try! 01/12/2020
- Sweet Sisters Cafe
â–ĽAddress:Baan Bang Kao Road (Corner of route 4173 and route 4170)84140ThailandPhone:+66 65 953 8832Price range:USDÂ 3 - USDÂ 12Hours:Sun - Sat9:00 am - 9:00 pmOther: - Kob Thai RestaurantRestaurants (Asian, Thai)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
Traditional Thai dishes served on a relaxing property: You can eat under a thatch canopy beside a pool here! Relax and enjoy the excellently prepared local flavors! Great value.
Tips- If you're in the mood, try one of the tasting menus.
Plan to stay: 1-2 hoursFrom the communityRanked #10 of 154 restaurants in Lamai BeachCertificate of Excellence 2014- We had an amazing time! 09/03/2020
- Very good restaurant 17/02/2020
- Kob Thai Restaurant
â–ĽAddress:101/18 Moo 3Lamai Beach, Maret 84310ThailandPhone:+66 82 534 9325Price range:USDÂ 3 - USDÂ 20Hours:Sun - Sat12:00 pm - 10:30 pmOther: - Tree Tops Sky Dining & BarRestaurants (European, International, Contemporary, Fusion)See more photosparttimetravel Says:
Yet another unique dining location! Guests at Tree Tops literally eat among the canopies, in cute, individual tree houses. It's one of the finer dining options on Ko Samui and well worth a splurge.
Tips- There is an in-house sommelier for you wine enthusiasts.
- Reservations are a good idea here.
Plan to stay: 2-3 hoursFrom the communityRanked #10 of 205 restaurants in ChawengCertificate of Excellence 2014- Dining with the View 10/01/2021
- Excellent Service with a Delicious Meal and Unique Enjoyable Setting 07/01/2021
- Tree Tops Sky Dining & Bar
â–ĽAddress:92 / 1 Moo 2Anantara Lawana Koh Samui ResortChaweng, Bophut 84320ThailandPhone:+66 77 960 333Price range:USDÂ 12 - USDÂ 38Hours:Fri - Mon6:00 pm - 8:45 pm9:00 pm - 12:00 amOther:
