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Coco Tam’s

4.4(6,762 reviews)$$$$

The fire show is the reason people come, and it earns that. This is a beachfront bar on Bophut, on the quieter north coast, where you either sink into a bean bag on the sand with a low table or take one of the raised platform beds, which suit groups of three or more. Turn up around 5:30pm and you'll have your pick. One tip from regulars worth passing on: the front row catches the smell of kerosene, so sitting a little further back gives you the whole scene without it.

Don't write off the food as an afterthought. The pizza gets praised again and again, and the pasta and tuna salad hold up too. Prices are mid-range, so it's not a cheap sundowner stop, but you're paying for the sand and the show.

Two honest warnings. Service can go sideways when it's busy, with staff visibly scrambling. And skip the shisha, which reviewers found overpriced and poor quality.

Experience hints

Mid-range

Reviews from Google

Definitely go here for the fire show! Show up approx around 5:30pm to get a seat on the sand in comfortable bean bag chairs with a table. It’s amazing! There is other seating for 3+ on elevated “beds” as well. We loved the bean bag chairs, we chose to sit close to the back away from the water only so we could see everything all around us. You can walk into the water no matter where your seat is but if you don’t like the smell of kerosene then the first row might not be what you want. Just a tip! I don’t believe you can go wrong choosing a seat though. The fire show is absolutely amazing and goes for 45 minutes at 7:15pm. We’ve seen fire shows before in Asia but this one was just awesome. Family, kids, couples, groups of friends of any ages can all enjoy this place. The service was great especially for how many people were along the beach. Pricing is about $7/beer bottle and $15 for a pizza (Canadian). Not bad when you see where you are and get the show that you do! The menu has pizzas, appetizers, pad Thai and a HUGE cocktail list. This place plays fun music and offers hookah as well. They have another fire show at 9pm which I didn’t see but the line up was approx 10 people long which isn’t bad. They take credit cards but don’t have a hand held machine on the beach so you just have to go pay at the bar. They charge 3% for credit card transactions which was fine. They don’t take reservations on weekends. I would like to give a shout out to Mark! He was the person I was emailing asking some questions before coming here and he was very thorough, offering a ton of information for me as well as a super speedy reply every time. Awesome customer service. The beach is also very clean and feels great on the feet when sitting and enjoying drinks, food, beautiful views and a fire show!

My wife and I were regular visitors to Samui Bophut Beach since 20 years ago. We were back from 29 December 2025 to 3 January 2026 to celebrate our 40th Anniversary cum Countdown 2026. We were so happy to see Coco Tam’s Khun Tee, Santi, Sea and team again. 2025 countdown we enjoyed so much with them. The Managers and team were super friendly, warmth and service excellent. On top of superb services, the food created by Chef was delicious and amazing. For our past 6 days, we just dine here everyday. Highly recommended a few dishes we will ‘love’ it so much… *Lobster ‘Angel Hair’ with bacons (our number 1, eaten 4 times) *Herb fried chicken *Seafood Spicy soup *Mango Sticky Rice Thank you so much for the reservations, and also our requests arrangements. So fun to celebrate our Countdown with you guys…Amazing and Memorable : ) We will be back to Countdown 2027!!!

The service was okay — but definitely could’ve been better. It felt quite unorganized, with staff running around as if they weren’t sure what was going on. Disappointingly, they had no coffee or tea available and we were told to order from their sister branch, which meant getting up and going to a different counter. Slightly inconvenient. We ordered a coconut and a hookah (shisha) — the hookah was extremely overpriced and honestly terrible. The pipe was poor quality and I would never order it again. That said, the fire show was absolutely amazing! Great energy, a fantastic vibe, and surprisingly long — which made it worth it. I highly recommend coming early and booking your spot for the show. Unfortunately, the waiter who took our order seemed disinterested, which added to the disappointment. Overall, the place felt overpriced for the average food and service — and I wish the area itself was cleaner and more controlled. Still, if you're at Fisherman's Village, it's worth checking out for the fire show alone.

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Coco Tam’s: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Coco Tam’s worth visiting?

Coco Tam’s holds a 4.4★ rating from 6,762 Google reviews — a strong rating for nightlife & bars in Koh Samui.

What are the opening hours of Coco Tam’s?

Coco Tam’s is typically open 12:00-00:00 — 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 Coco Tam’s?

Coco Tam’s is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other nightlife & bars in Koh Samui.

When is the best time to visit Coco Tam’s?

The best months to visit Koh Samui are January – August, 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 Coco Tam’s located?

Coco Tam’s is at 62 Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.

Location Info

62 Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand091 915 5664www.facebook.com/CoCoTams
Opening Hours
Monday12:00–00:00
Tuesday12:00–00:00
Wednesday12:00–00:00
Thursday12:00–00:00
Friday12:00–00:00
Saturday12:00–00:00
Sunday12:00–00:00

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

January – August

Avoid: October – December (Gulf Coast monsoon)

Rainy season

October – December

Avg. temperature

24°C – 32°C(75°F – 90°F)

Crowds

High

Peak: July – August & December

Getting there

Koh Samui Airport (USM) has direct flights from Bangkok and regional hubs (Bangkok Airways monopoly). The ferry from Surat Thani takes ~1.5 hrs and it's cheaper.

Getting around

  • Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road)
  • Motorbike or scooter rental
  • Taxis (metered or negotiate upfront)
  • Grab available in main areas

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Carry Your Passport or a Copy

Clubs and some bars check IDs strictly, especially in Bangkok's Thonglor, RCA, and Sukhumvit areas. A photo of your passport info page on your phone usually works, but carrying a laminated photocopy is safer.

Know the Closing Times

Legal closing time is 2 AM for most venues, though enforcement varies. In Bangkok's designated entertainment zones (RCA, Silom Soi 2/4, Khao San), some clubs stay open until 4 AM. Islands tend to be more relaxed about hours.

Buy Bucket Drinks Cautiously

Island bucket drinks (mixed spirits in a small bucket) are cheap and fun but notoriously strong and inconsistent. Stick to one, stay hydrated, and never leave your drink unattended at beach parties.

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