Where to Eat in Ko Samui: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 25, 2018 Myesha Cogley

Koh Samui was once a Thai fishing community, and that charming sensibility is still present today. Spending time in Bophut is a wonderful way to soak up local culture; the beachy village restaurants and pubs are perfect spots to experience the sunset. There aren’t many other places where you can bask in the camp of a cabaret show and the solemnity of a Buddhist temple. As far as the latter goes, Wat Plai Laem is a magnificent vision of gilded red rooftops and a massive spindly-armed statue of Guanyin.
Things to do in Ko Samui

1. The Boudoir

32/2 Moo1 | Soi 1 Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar French, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner, Late Night +66 85 783 1031
Excellent
91%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 742 reviews

The Boudoir

Reviewed By Stefaan82 - Ghent, Belgium

This restaurant is a little out of the way from the main street but not too far and well worth finding. The quality of the food is incredible and the portion sizes are generous! Highly recommended.

2. Papa 's Music Garden

19/9 Moo 1 Ring Road | Bamboo Park, Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Outdoor Seating, Takeout, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Free Off-Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available German, European, Thai, Vegetarian Friendly Dinner HK$24 - HK$204 +66 87 620 1958
Excellent
86%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 103 reviews

Papa 's Music Garden

Reviewed By Madina M

For the last 3 years just have visited this place for the 1st time. Have noticed the gates with the Bamboo park name. Were surprised finding there several perfect restaurants and bars.
We were admired with this place and especially with the restaurant of Herr Ludwig (Papa✌️✌️✌️), his hospitality and delicious real German food!!!
Recommend it and advice it 4 u 2✌️✌️✌️

3. Roman Restaurant and Bar

215/6 Moo 1 | Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Delivery, Outdoor Seating, Serves Alcohol, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Full Bar, Free Wifi Mediterranean, Turkish, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal Lunch, Dinner, Brunch HK$16 - HK$102 +66 96 597 8302
Excellent
86%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 389 reviews

Roman Restaurant and Bar

Turkish restaurant ogle yemegi aksam yemegi

Reviewed By seanyg - Basel, Switzerland

Friendly host, great service and a tasty menu - a real flavor of Turkey in Koh Samui and definitely worth visiting. Recommended.Thankyou so much

4. Da Bardo

11/23, Moo 4, Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Television, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi Italian, Pizza, Mediterranean, European, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Dinner HK$47 - HK$94 +66 90 394 3134
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 611 reviews

Da Bardo

Open !!The structure and a small hut near the sea, 50% and 50% Italian style Thai style, and a restaurant for everyone, not a super luxurious but very cozy. The rest and the kitchen that makes a restaurant, not the luxury and class restaurant which then provides a poor food.!! We inform our kind customers that the RESTAURANT will re-open on FRIDAY 27th April We wish everyone a peaceful Easter ... #BARDO

Reviewed By Евгений К

Great Italian cuisine (original pizza on original thin dough!), fine music, tactful waiters. The place is held by a very charismatic Italian, cooking by himself, meets and the guests. A real gem, I strongly advise to visit this place at least once (I bet you'll get back))
Прекрасная кухня (настоящая пицца на настоящем тонком тесте), приятная музыка, тактичные официанты. Заведение держит харизматичный дядька из Италии, сам готовит, гостей встречает и провожает. Настоятельно советую посетить!

5. The White Pearl Beach Club

73/15 Moo 6 | Bang Po, Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi International, Thai, Seafood, European, Asian, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast +66 91 719 2415
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 129 reviews

The White Pearl Beach Club

The White Pearl Beach Club is ideally situated in Bang Po; one of the last remaining hidden gems. Bang Po beach is a perfect getaway for those who want to escape the crowds of the more populated Beaches of Chaweng and Lamai. The White Pearl Beach Club is located 5.7Kms from the main ferry pier of Nathon and 18kms from the International Airport. Our Beach Club - Resort's strategic location ensures that guests can quickly and easily reach many local points of interest and all major tourist attractions. At White Pearl Beach Club, every effort is made to make guests feel comfortable our staff training is second to none and you are assured of excellent service. At The White Pearl Beach club all food is made of fresh products. No food is pre made and no MSG.

Reviewed By Bintang_Girl - Port Stephens, Australia

Stumbled across this place & just had to go inside. It is a small property with about 6 bungalows right on Bang Po beach. They are not luxury bungalows but have all the mod cons like, air con, bathrooms, TV, wifi, fridges etc with some...MoreThank your kind words and for taking your time for written the review. We are please to see that you enjoyed your time with us and we hope to have the pleasure of being your host again at near future. Many regards Sean

6. Homemade Burgers and Sandwiches

45/11 Mae Nam Moo.4 Ring Rd | Mae Nam Beach Koh Samui Thailand, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Reservations, Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi American, Fast Food, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks HK$16 - HK$55 +66 85 788 4162
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 281 reviews

Homemade Burgers and Sandwiches

Homemade Burgers and Sandwiches is a small kiosk on the Koh Samui Ring Road in the Mae Nam Area. We serve homemade burgers and sandwiches. We also have many other choices on our menu such as fries, fried chicken, salad, all day Breakfast and some of Vegetarain food. You will enjoy your meal in a natural, covered, outdoor environment. You can also order food from the neighboring food stalls, with a choice of Thai food, Pad Thai, Noodle Soup, Crepes and Drinks. Hope to see you soon!

Reviewed By hatema553 - Doha, Qatar

Nice place, good quality food & cheap prices, I tried the cheese burger & cheesy fries, burger was very tasty, I didn’t like the cheesy fries.
Also, they give you my menus of adjacent restaurants, in case you are not in the mood mood for burger, you can also place the order with them and someone will bring it to your table

7. Pepenero Koh Samui

4/5, Moo 1, Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Free Off-Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Reservations, Parking Available Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner, Drinks HK$196 - HK$487 +66 77 963 353
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 712 reviews

Pepenero Koh Samui

Homemade Italian food dedicated to slow-food lovers. An invitation to sit and enjoy the music, the familiar atmosphere and every bite...without rush. Customers used to a fast food service, will not find in Pepenero an ideal place. We are easily accessible from the main areas of the island (Chaweng, Bophut, Maenam). We prepare the most traditional pasta recipes, accompanied by regional recipes and meat or fishes courses. Appetizers with the best selection of Italian cold cuts and cheese, Caprese with excellent Italian mozzarella, bruschettas and salads. Prestigious wine list and homemade desserts. The common element of all that we propose is the respect for the original recipes In Pepenero you will find the most famous Italian and international cocktails (Spritz, Negroni, Sbagliato, Mojito, Gin Tonic) always using the best brands and the original recipes. We strongly recommended to always book the table. At the moment, we don't accept credit cards.

Reviewed By StephaneBesson

Amazing Italian Restaurant with high quality ingredients and a nice Italian wine list. We loved it. Very nice friendly owner who takes care about every guest personally. It's usually very crowded so make sure I booked a table and u need to except some waiting time. Great 80ies music and beautiful design and ambience. There is just 1 big disadvantage I need to mention. The location of the restaurant is Very close to the ring road with a lot of traffic and the traffic noise is very annoying. For that reason 3 stars and not 5 as we think if u are out for Dinner you prefer tranquility and no noisy cars and motorbikes. Except the street noise there is nothing to complain! Great food, service and friendly family atmosphere.

8. Giulietta e Romeo

119/47 Moo. 2 | North Chaweng, Chaweng, Bophut, Ko Samui 84320, Thailand Takeout, Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Private Dining, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards Italian, Mediterranean, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner +66 61 197 1080
Excellent
91%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 603 reviews

Giulietta e Romeo

Reviewed By Kate R

We have been twice this week because this place is so absolutely amazing. Beautiful authentic Italian from starter to desert, everything was perfect including the wine. The service is second to none. Highly recommend anyone that loves true Italian to dine here whilst in Chaweng.

9. The Melting Pot

4170, Taling Ngam, Ko Samui 84140, Thailand Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible Belgian, European, Fusion, International, Vegan Options, Vegetarian Friendly Lunch, Dinner, Drinks HK$31 - HK$275 +66 96 864 1564
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 169 reviews

The Melting Pot

In the rustic south-west Koh Samui village of Thong Krut, The Melting Pot offers a refreshing alternative to the plentiful local Thai cuisine; offering a blend of international favourites using the freshest and best quality ingredients available, and the freshest fish available in this quaint fishing village.<br><br>The Melting Pot has received rave reviews for dishes such as the Unforgettable Caesar Salad, their legendary Lasagna Bolognese and their selection of desserts such as their famous Belgian Chocolate Brownie; and its Franco-Belgian specialties such as Vol-au-Vent. <br><br>The food on offer is complimented by a generous choice of Old World wines (by glass or bottle) specifically chosen for their cuisine, an extensive list of "Really Good Cocktails", imported Belgian & local beers, and a range of whiskies, spirits and aperitifs, as well as coffee, fruit juices and soft drinks.

Reviewed By Patrick L - Melbourne, Australia

Had a nice and cold beer and a fish burger here at the Melting Pot. The place is comfortable and good. James was very hospitable.Dear Patrick L, We're pleased you enjoyed your burger and beer at The Melting Pot, and appreciated our hospitality. Thank you for reviewing us!

10. GAON Korean BBQ Restaurant

183 Moo1 | Mae Nam, Soi 4, Walking Street, China Town, Mae Nam, Ko Samui 84330, Thailand Parking Available, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Full Bar, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi Barbecue, Asian, Korean, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Dinner HK$31 - HK$149 +66 93 734 4680
Excellent
87%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 276 reviews

GAON Korean BBQ Restaurant

GAON Korean BBQ Restaurant in Mae Nam China town, Soi 4 where the Walking Street takes place every Thursday. Authentic Korean Food and Charcoal Brazier Korean Barbecue on table. Excellent quality of beef from Australia and Home-made Kimchi & side dishes. All foods are no added MSG. Open everyday from 3pm to 10:30pm. Please refer to our restaurant facebook page for closing day.

Reviewed By ljwphillips - Busan, South Korea

Went on a Saturday evening. Owner speaks great English which is a help. Food is outstanding, beef just delicious and the service is second to none. We have been to just about every Korean restaurant in Asia as my wife is a pure Korean food addict. This is on par with the best outside Korea we have sampled. Price is reasonable, but if you want cheap food go to Mac Donald’s. If you want reasonably priced great food then come here. You will not be disappointed. Only gripe is it’s not open Sundays so we have to find something else!

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