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Tip Samed Restaurant

A budget-friendly local restaurant on Koh Samet, open daily from 8am to 9pm.

4.5(139)$$$$Koh Samet Pier for Boat Transport · 5 min walk
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Hours
Daily 08:00–21:00
Price
$$$$
Budget
Getting there
Koh Samet Pier for Boat Transport
5 min walk

Learn the Spice Scale

Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.

Details

Full opening hours
Monday08:00–21:00
Tuesday08:00–21:00
Wednesday08:00–21:00
Thursday08:00–21:00
Friday08:00–21:00
Saturday08:00–21:00
Sunday08:00–21:00

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Why go, and how to do it well

Tip Samed Restaurant is a wallet-friendly dining option located in the Phe area serving the Koh Samet island community and its visitors. With a strong local reputation reflected in consistently positive ratings, it offers an accessible and unpretentious eating experience for travelers looking to dine without stretching their budget on the island.

Guests can expect a straightforward, casual atmosphere typical of a local Thai eatery rather than a polished resort dining room. The budget price level makes it a practical choice for backpackers, day-trippers, and longer-stay visitors who want honest, affordable food close to the Koh Samet area. Its positioning near Phe suggests it serves both islanders and travelers passing through the mainland ferry gateway to Koh Samet.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Phe, Mueang Rayong District, Rayong 21160, Thailand

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Ice Is Safe

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Tip Samed Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tip Samed Restaurant worth visiting?

Tip Samed Restaurant holds a 4.5★ rating from 139 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Koh Samet.

What are the opening hours of Tip Samed Restaurant?

Tip Samed Restaurant is typically open 08:00–21:00 — 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 Tip Samed Restaurant?

Tip Samed Restaurant is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Koh Samet.

When is the best time to visit Tip Samed Restaurant?

The best months to visit Koh Samet are November – April (driest island near Bangkok), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends & Thai public holidays — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Thai long weekends (crowds, not weather).

Where is Tip Samed Restaurant located?

Tip Samed Restaurant is at Phe, Mueang Rayong District, Rayong 21160, Thailand, in Koh Samet. Getting around Koh Samet: Green songthaews between the pier and the beaches; Walking — the east-coast beaches connect via a coastal path.

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