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.
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Ban Thai
Family-run Thai kitchen in Bo Put serving genuine home-style cooking at budget prices, open daily 9am–9pm.

Charm Samui Restaurant
Fusion dining in Fisherman's Village with a famously warm host and standout food.

Hamur Restaurant Koh Samui
Authentic Turkish restaurant in Bo Put serving homemade bread, döner kebab, and iskender kebap daily.

THAI KITCHEN RESTAURANT
Highly rated Thai kitchen on Bo Put Beach Road, open daily until 2am with home-style cooking and fast, friendly service.

4 SPICES | Samui viewpoint restaurant כשר
Kosher-certified hilltop restaurant in Koh Samui with panoramic island views and evening dining.

นำ้จิ้มซีฟู้ดNamjim Seafood Koh Samui
A hidden gem in Bophut serving fresh, authentic Thai seafood at modest prices in a welcoming atmosphere.

The dining room
Fine dining restaurant in Koh Samui's Maret area, blending Thai and French cuisine with breathtaking sea views.

The Thai Tapas
Thai and fusion small plates in Bo Put, where creative dishes and attentive service make for a social, flavour-forward meal.

Tara Bistro
Hillside bistro in Na Mueang with organic garden produce, a koi pond, pool, and mini golf.

The Ranch
A refined steakhouse at the Ritz-Carlton Koh Samui, celebrated for exceptional cuts and elegant service.

Passa
Upscale fusion dining in Mae Nam blending Italian, Thai, and seafood with long hours and a relaxed ambience.

Onion 2 Restaurant
Seafood-forward restaurant on Chaweng Beach Road, praised for fresh catches, generous portions, and warm service.

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.

Wok & Pan Koh Samui
Tucked down a side street in Bo Put, this Thai kitchen earns repeat visits with authentic wok-fired dishes and genuinely friendly service.

Yoi Restaurant
Authentic Thai kitchen in Mae Nam run by a welcoming owner, serving fresh curries, pad thai, and satay at budget prices.

Mr. Kai Kitchen
A budget Thai kitchen in Bo Put with strong vegetarian options and a loyal following among repeat visitors.

The Best Pancake in Chaweng
A beloved street-side roti and pancake stall in Bo Put, run by a warm and welcoming owner.

Tai kik
Budget-friendly casual dining in the heart of Chaweng, open daily with consistently solid food.

Sa-Nga
Refined Thai dining experience at Centara Reserve Koh Samui, open evenings for creative, beautifully presented cuisine.

Share Restaurant - Koh Samui
Beachfront dining on Chaweng with standout European dishes, warm service, and a reputation for memorable special occasions.

Grow Brunch & Brew
Highly regarded brunch cafe and specialty coffee spot in Bo Phut, open daily from 9am.

Highland Paradise Koh Samui
A hillside dining hideaway on Koh Samui with sweeping island views, fresh food, and a peacefully uncrowded atmosphere.

Thang Long House
Authentic Vietnamese food at budget prices in Mae Nam, open daily for lunch and dinner.

Khaw Glong Thai
Authentic Thai and seafood restaurant on Chaweng Beach Road, praised for fresh ingredients and careful cooking.
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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.