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Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant

A relaxed beachside cafe on Sairee Beach serving food all day from breakfast through evening.

4.5(335)$$$$Mae Haad Pier · 14 min walk
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Plan your visit

Hours
Daily 08:30–21:30
Price
$$$$
Mid-range
Getting there
Mae Haad Pier
14 min walk

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

Full opening hours
Monday08:30–21:30
Tuesday08:30–21:30
Wednesday08:30–21:30
Thursday08:30–21:30
Friday08:30–21:30
Saturday08:30–21:30
Sunday08:30–21:30

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Why go, and how to do it well

Situated along the popular strip of Sairee Beach on Koh Tao, Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant is a laid-back dining spot that draws in both divers finishing their morning sessions and travelers looking for a comfortable place to eat without the rush. Its beachside setting makes it a natural stopping point along one of the island's most frequented stretches of coastline.

Guests can expect a casual, unhurried atmosphere that matches the pace of island life on Koh Tao. The cafe operates across a full day, making it equally suited to a leisurely breakfast, a midday meal, or an early evening dinner. With a mid-range price point, it sits comfortably between budget street food and the island's more upscale dining options, offering reasonable value in a relaxed setting.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026

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Around here, on foot

Well-rated places within a short walk of Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.

Experience hints

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Pair your visit. After Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant, round out your day in Koh Tao with contrasting stops nearby.

Sairee beach, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

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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.

Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant worth visiting?

Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant holds a 4.5★ rating from 335 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Koh Tao.

What are the opening hours of Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant?

Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant is typically open 08:30–21:30 — 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 Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant?

Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Koh Tao.

When is the best time to visit Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant?

The best months to visit Koh Tao are March – September (calmest water, best visibility), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & July – August — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: November (monsoon swell peaks).

Where is Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant located?

Lazy Coconut Cafe & Restaurant is at Sairee beach, Tambon Ko Tao, Koh Tao, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84360, Thailand, in Koh Tao. Getting around Koh Tao: Walking around Sairee and Mae Haad; Motorbike rental (฿200–300/day; some concrete roads are extremely steep).

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