Gusto Italiano
Italian goods and dining on Fisherman Village, and the one place on that strip that isn't Thai.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 13:30–22:30, Wed–Sun 13:30–22:30
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Details
- Phone
- +66 77 332 514
- Website
- www.gustoitalianosamui.com
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Italian retail and Italian food under one roof, on a Bophut street where nearly everything else leans Thai. That's the pitch, and it's a decent one if you've been on the island a while and want parmesan, decent coffee or a plate of something familiar rather than another green curry. Mid-range prices, so you're not paying resort rates for the privilege of imported goods.
The Fisherman Village location does a lot of the work here. It's a walkable strip, and the doors don't open until half one in the afternoon, which suits a late lunch or a browse before dinner. Come Friday evening and the street market takes over, which is fun if you want the crowd and less fun if you want to shop in peace. Early afternoon is calmer. I'd treat it as a stop rather than a destination, something you fold into a wander along the beachfront road.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Gusto Italiano, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minSamui Street Eats @Fisherman VillageRestaurants & Food · 40 m · 4.4★
- 1 minPatuy ThaifoodRestaurants & Food · 50 m · 4.6★
- 1 minCyan SpaWellness & Spas · 50 m · 4.6★
- 1 minPOSH SamuiActivities & Tours · 120 m · 4.8★
- 2 minGarnish.SamuiNightlife & Bars · 130 m · 4.9★
- 2 minRice x De PierRestaurants & Food · 140 m · 4.5★
Experience hints
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73/3 Moo 1 Fisherman Village, Bophut, อำเภอเกาะสมุย Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
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Gusto Italiano: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gusto Italiano worth visiting?
Gusto Italiano holds a 4.6★ rating from 2,428 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Koh Samui.
What are the opening hours of Gusto Italiano?
Gusto Italiano is typically open 13:30–22:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
How expensive is Gusto Italiano?
Gusto Italiano is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other markets & shopping in Koh Samui.
When is the best time to visit Gusto Italiano?
The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – September, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in July – August & December — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon).
Where is Gusto Italiano located?
Gusto Italiano is at 73/3 Moo 1 Fisherman Village, Bophut, อำเภอเกาะสมุย Surat Thani 84320, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.
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