Day & Night of Koh Samui
Open from late morning to midnight every day, which on Samui matters more than you'd think.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–00:00
- 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.
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Street-food tours, market visits and Thai cooking classes near Day & Night of Koh Samui.
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See pricesWhy go, and how to do it well
The name is the pitch. Eleven in the morning until midnight, seven days a week, no split shift, no mysterious afternoon closure. If you've spent any time on Samui you'll know how often a place you'd planned around turns out to be shut between lunch and dinner, so a kitchen that just stays open is worth remembering.
It sits in Bo Put, up on the north coast, which puts it within easy reach of Fisherman's Village and the strip of bars and restaurants around it. That's the natural use for it: a proper sit-down meal before or after an evening out there, or a late one when you've come back sunburnt and hungry and the resort restaurant has stopped serving. Couples, families, solo diners eating at odd hours, it handles all of them without any fuss. Don't come expecting a scene. Come because you want to eat at nine or eleven and not think about it.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026 · How we check places
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Day & Night of Koh Samui, round out your day in Koh Samui with contrasting stops nearby.
G3J7+P3, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand
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All within 1 min walk of Day & Night of Koh Samui.
Nonna & Son Samui
Fresh pasta, a Caesar with BBQ broccoli and service that actually paces your meal properly.
Thai Spices Restaurant
Chaweng Thai cooking that hasn't been dialled down for tourists, and the kitchen runs until 2am.
The Best Pancake in Chaweng
A beloved street-side roti and pancake stall in Bo Put, run by a warm and welcoming owner.
THAI KITCHEN RESTAURANT
Fast, cheap, generous Thai cooking on Beach Road, and the kitchen's still going at 1am.
Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
Use Grab for Delivery
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Day & Night of Koh Samui: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Day & Night of Koh Samui worth visiting?
Day & Night of Koh Samui holds a 4.6★ rating from 2,541 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Koh Samui.
What are the opening hours of Day & Night of Koh Samui?
Day & Night of Koh Samui is typically open 11:00-00:00 — 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.
When is the best time to visit Day & Night of Koh Samui?
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 Day & Night of Koh Samui located?
Day & Night of Koh Samui is at G3J7+P3, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, 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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