Kawin's Kitchen
Pretty room, careful Thai cooking, and prices a notch above the beach shacks nearby.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 11:00–22:00, Fri 12:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 11:00–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
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
- Phone
- +66 86 444 9226
- Website
- kawinskitchen.net
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Come for the cooking, stay because the room is genuinely nice to sit in. This is a Thai kitchen in Maret that puts real work into presentation and decor, and the staff are the sort who'll steer you towards the right dish if you ask. Seafood is where it shines: ginger and garlic prawns, seafood massaman, deep fried fish with green curry. Vegetarians and vegans get proper options rather than an afterthought, and the vegetarian tom yum gets singled out often. Kids do fine here too, even if it's just vegetable rice.
Two honest caveats. Several people mention it costs more than the average roadside place on Samui, so budget accordingly despite the modest price bracket. And the kitchen can slip on a busy night, with reports of a curry arriving cold or a massaman leaning sweet. Off-peak, the cooking and the service both tighten up noticeably.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
This Thai restaurant is an absolute gem! The atmosphere is incredibly pleasant and relaxing, making it the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a great meal. The ambiance is warm, cozy, and beautifully designed, instantly putting you in a calm, holiday-like mood. The food is simply outstanding – full of authentic flavors, perfectly balanced spices, and beautifully presented. Every dish we tried was delicious and clearly made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Friendly staff, amazing food, and a super relaxing vibe – definitely a place I’ll come back to and highly recommend to anyone who loves Thai cuisine.
Great spot! Amazing food great service. My young son had the vegetable rice which was great, I had ginger and garlic prawns they were amazing and my wife had a curry. All three dishes were delicious and the service was very attentive. A little higher priced then other places but will be back for sure
I got the special - deep fried fish with green curry. It was nice but the curry itself was cold and the fish was a little overcooked. But it was still delicious flavours The papaya salad was great! Good deserts Just need to pay a bit more attention on main dishes because the price is quite high
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 1,713 reviews on Google.
146/63, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand
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Kawin's Kitchen: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kawin's Kitchen worth visiting?
Kawin's Kitchen holds a 4.8★ rating from 1,713 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Koh Samui.
What are the opening hours of Kawin's Kitchen?
Kawin's Kitchen is typically open 11:00-22:00 — 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 Kawin's Kitchen?
Kawin's Kitchen is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Koh Samui.
When is the best time to visit Kawin's Kitchen?
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 Kawin's Kitchen located?
Kawin's Kitchen is at 146/63, Tambon Maret, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84310, Thailand, in Koh Samui. Getting around Koh Samui: Songthaews (fixed routes around the ring road); Motorbike or scooter rental.
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