Best Restaurants & Food in Koh Samui
88 places found in Koh Samui
Discover the best restaurants & food in Koh Samui, Thailand. Tropical island paradise with palm-fringed beaches Whether you're planning your first visit or returning to explore more, our curated selection highlights the top-rated restaurants & food that Koh Samui has to offer, complete with ratings, reviews, and practical visitor information.
Each listing includes Google ratings from real visitors, price range indicators, location details, and booking options where available. Use the filters above to narrow your search by rating or price level, and sort by popularity to see the places that other travellers recommend most.
Noo Beer
Authentic home-cooked Thai food served by a one-woman kitchen in the quieter Maret area of Koh Samui.
Red Fish Restaurant Koh Samui
Stylish Thai and seafood restaurant on Chaweng Beach Road, known for quality ingredients and attentive service.
Hamur Restaurant Koh Samui
Authentic Turkish restaurant in Bo Put serving homemade bread, döner kebab, and iskender kebap daily.
Panorama restaurant
A highly regarded all-day restaurant in Maenam, open seven days a week from breakfast through to evening.
The dining room
Fine dining restaurant in Koh Samui's Maret area, blending Thai and French cuisine with breathtaking sea views.
Chom Chada Cocktail Bar & Bistro
Cocktail bar and bistro on Chaweng Beach Road serving Thai and European dishes from breakfast through late night.
The Best Pancake in Chaweng
A beloved street-side roti and pancake stall in Bo Put, run by a warm and welcoming owner.
ANDAMAN Thai food & Seafood restaurant
Highly rated Thai seafood restaurant in Bo Put, open daily until 2 AM with fresh fish and generous portions.
Passa
Upscale fusion dining in Mae Nam blending Italian, Thai, and seafood with long hours and a relaxed ambience.
Tai kik
Budget-friendly casual dining in the heart of Chaweng, open daily with consistently solid food.
Banyan Market: 10 restaurants under the Magic Tree
Ten restaurants gather beneath a heritage banyan tree in Bo Put, creating a relaxed open-air dining destination.
The Fish Restaurant
A well-regarded seafood restaurant in Koh Samui's quiet Mae Nam area, serving fresh fish in a relaxed setting.
Share Restaurant - Koh Samui
Beachfront dining on Chaweng with standout European dishes, warm service, and a reputation for memorable special occasions.
Yoi Restaurant
Authentic Thai kitchen in Mae Nam run by a welcoming owner, serving fresh curries, pad thai, and satay at budget prices.
Highland Paradise Koh Samui
A hillside dining hideaway on Koh Samui with sweeping island views, fresh food, and a peacefully uncrowded atmosphere.
Grow Brunch & Brew
Highly regarded brunch cafe and specialty coffee spot in Bo Phut, open daily from 9am.
Mr. Kai Kitchen
Beloved Bo Put local kitchen serving authentic Thai food at budget prices, open daily noon–10 PM.
The Ranch
A refined steakhouse at the Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui, celebrated for exceptional cuts and elegant service.
Sa-Nga
Refined Thai dining experience at Centara Reserve Koh Samui, open evenings for creative, beautifully presented cuisine.
The Thai Tapas
Thai-fusion small plates restaurant in Bo Put, Koh Samui, blending Thai classics with a tapas-style sharing format.
Thai Kitchen 2 Restaurant
Authentic Thai cooking in central Koh Samui, open daily noon to midnight with standout curries and generous portions.
Thang Long House
Authentic Vietnamese food at budget prices in Mae Nam, open daily for lunch and dinner.
Khaw Glong Thai
Highly regarded Thai and seafood restaurant on Chaweng Beach Road, open daily from 1pm for lunch and dinner.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best restaurants & food in Koh Samui?
Browse our curated list above, sorted by rating and visitor reviews. We feature only verified restaurants & food with Google ratings, so you can compare options and find the best match for your trip to Koh Samui.
How many restaurants & food are in Koh Samui?
Our directory includes a growing collection of verified restaurants & food in Koh Samui. Use the filters to narrow by price range or minimum rating to find exactly what you're looking for.
When is the best time to visit Koh Samui?
The best time to visit Koh Samui depends on your priorities. High season (November-February) offers the best weather but higher prices and larger crowds. Shoulder season (March-April, October) provides good weather with fewer tourists. Low season (May-September) has the lowest prices but more rain.