Best Restaurants & Food in Koh Samui

79 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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Hidden Gem

Tara Bistro

4.8(196)

FX8P+69, Na Mueang, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

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

Onion 2 Restaurant

4.8(1,333)

Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Highly regarded seafood restaurant on Chaweng Beach Road, praised for fresh dishes, generous portions, and attentive service.

Salt & Oak

4.8(554)

24/36, Bo Put, Amphoe Koh samui, ตำบล บ่อผุด koh samui, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

Seafood-focused restaurant in Bo Put serving fresh catch cooked to order, open daily from 1 PM.

Hidden Gem

BAY LEAF Restaurant & Bar Choengmon kohsamui

4.8(302)

76, 29, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Authentic Thai restaurant in tranquil Choengmon, praised for fresh flavours, friendly staff, and excellent value.

Wok & Pan Koh Samui

4.8(531)

1 97 ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

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

Sea La Vie Bar and Restaurant Koh Samui - ซีลาวีบาร์ เกาะสมุย

4.7(1,051)$$$$

79, 100 Plai leam, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Beachfront bar and restaurant in Plai Leam serving fusion cuisine, seafood, and creative cocktails with sunset views.

Sabienglae, Bang Rak Beach

4.7(789)

55, 4, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Beachfront restaurant on Bang Rak Beach, Koh Samui, open daily 10am–10pm with strong local and tourist reputation.

Baan Ya Jai

4.7(1,634)$$$$

161/10 Moo 2, Choengmon Road, Tambon Bophut, อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

Authentic Thai restaurant on Koh Samui's quieter north shore, open daily from 1pm for lunch and dinner.

Chi Samui

4.7(1,087)

16 H25X+2HW 4, H25X+2HW, 4 ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

A lively beachfront bar and restaurant in Bo Phut with daybeds, sea views, and a relaxed all-day vibe.

Samui Cuisine

4.7(759)

Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Authentic Thai cuisine on Chaweng Beach Road, earning strong praise from hundreds of diners.

Nahm

4.7(581)$$$$

16/9, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand

Waterfront fusion dining in Bo Phut with standout sunset views and consistently praised food and service.

Hidden Gem

BanOra restaurant

4.7(58)

4, 33 Chaweng Beach Rd, Tambon Bo Put, Suratthani, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A French-owned seafood and European restaurant on Koh Samui, praised for beautiful ambiance and delicious food.

Giant Summit Samui

4.7(724)$$$$

Na Mueang, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

A well-regarded mid-range dining spot in Na Mueang, open daily with flexible hours for all schedules.

Home Samui Restaurant & Pizzeria 1

4.7(756)

38, 102 Moo3, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Italian-Thai fusion spot in Bo Put serving wood-fired pizzas and local dishes, open daily until 1am.

Hidden Gem

J&J Street food @Meanam Samui

4.7(54)

210 แม่น้ำ Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84330, Thailand

A lively street food market in Mae Nam with fresh smoothies, cocktails, crepes, and classic Thai bites.

Nonna & Son Samui

4.7(1,440)

168/1 168/55 ตำบล บ่อผุด Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Highly regarded Italian restaurant in Bo Put, Koh Samui, open daily until midnight with fresh pasta and attentive service.

2 Fishes

4.7(800)

109,15, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A standout seafood and European-influenced dining spot in Bo Put, beloved for its beautiful setting and exceptional food.

THE COCOON - SAMUI VIEWPOINT

4.7(8,818)$$$$

33, 67, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Hilltop restaurant and bar with panoramic jungle and ocean views, open daily 9am–11pm.

Hidden Gem

Patuy Thaifood

4.6(303)

Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Casual family-run Thai eatery in Bo Put serving authentic local dishes daily from 10am until midnight.

Tree Tops Signature Dining

4.6(455)

92, 1, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

A treetop fine dining experience in Bo Put, Koh Samui, with private balconies, fairy-lit pathways, and signature cuisine.

Hidden Gem

Samui Street Eats @Fisherman Village

4.6(40)

H25J+W5V, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Casual street food spot in Fisherman's Village serving mango sticky rice, Pad Thai, and more from noon daily.

Hidden Gem

Air Bar Samui

4.6(189)

295, ตำบล ตลิ่งงาม Koh Samui, สุราษฎร์ธานี 84140, Thailand

Rooftop sunset bar at the InterContinental Koh Samui, serving cocktails and food with panoramic island views.

Pi Samui Beach Club and Restaurant

4.6(1,191)

24, 84, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

Beachfront club and restaurant on Koh Samui's Bo Put coast, open daily for lunch, drinks, and dinner.

Day & Night of Koh Samui

4.6(2,052)

G3J7+P3, Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

All-day dining spot in Bo Put open from 11am to midnight, seven days a week.

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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.