10 Best Beachfront Restaurants in Koh Samui

The Club by Zazen is an award-winning restaurant located right on the beach, toward the western end of Bophut. It serves exceptional food at any time of the day, offering both Thai and Western dishes such as pad thai, massaman curry, pizza and steaks. The Club also has a children's menu, making it a good option for families.

At this casual fine dining restaurant, you’ll find a stellar wine cellar and can attend Thai cooking classes. Part of the Zazen Boutique Resort, The Club is a great place for a memorable and romantic dinner by the seaside.

Alchemy Restaurant & Bar at the Chi Samui resort is a sleek hangout spot located at the edge of Hat Bang Rak Beach on the north side of Koh Samui. It's right in the centre of one of the coolest seaside neighbourhoods in Bophut, just east of the Fisherman's Village.

You're welcomed into an open-air garden that has an infinity pool perched right above the bobbing longboats. There's a swim-up bar and wooden sunning beds, along with an intriguing array of food. Think French charcuterie boards and one of Thailand's first-ever CBD-infused menus. If you want to cool down with a drink, order Bollinger bubbles, handmade cocktails or a cold craft beer.

Baobab is a quaint beach restaurant just south of Ammatara Pura Pool Villas on Lamai Beach. Run by a Franco-Thai couple, it leaves no place to wonder why it became one of the most popular beachfront venues in Lamai. It has a beach club atmosphere, rustic yet comfortable setting, friendly staff, generous portions and a thick menu consisting of Thai, French, and western dishes. You’ll also find fresh pastries, perfect for a morning or an afternoon cup of coffee.

Baobab is a relaxed and casual restaurant with a breezy atmosphere and amazing seafront views. Have your camera ready for some stunning sunset views.

Sabienglae Restaurant in Lamai serves excellent but affordable local food in an easy-going setting right by the beach. The restaurant is located between the main beltway around Koh Samui (Route 4169) and the beach, just south of the renowned Hin Ta and Hin Yai rocks.

Sabienglae is very popular with locals, and that is usually a sign of a great restaurant. If you’re looking to savour true Thai cuisine in a laidback, beachside restaurant, make you way to Lamai and to Sabienglae Restaurant.

Zick Zack is a relaxing place to chill out on Lamai Beach. With sun loungers, umbrellas and a great selection of food and beverages, it has all you need for a relaxing day on the beach. This unique beach restaurant is known for their hearty German and Austrian cuisine and stunning beach views.

Use of sun loungers, towels and Wi-Fi is free after you’ve made and paid your order. If you’re traveling with kids, they’ll entertain themselves building sandcastles or trying the paddle boards while you sip your cocktails admiring at the sunset.

Som is a simple local restaurant set directly on the beach, offering splendid views of Koh Phangan. This family-run establishment serves stunning traditional Thai and international dishes, as well as the catch of the day. So, if you’re a seafood lover, this is where you find it at its freshest.

The restaurant itself is rustic wooden seaside shack, but people don’t flock here because of the decor. The stellar food and serene and friendly atmosphere are the main draws for locals and visitors alike. Som is located in the central part of Bang Po, north of Koh Samui.

The Island View Restaurant is a seafood restaurant located on the beautiful beach of Taling Ngam. Here you can enjoy stunning views of the five islands in the southwestern part of Koh Samui. They offer a variety of seafood, Thai, Western dishes and handcrafted cocktails. If you’re traveling on a budget, check out their happy hour prices. The Island View Restaurant is popular with families as they have a fantastic menu for kids.

The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner, brunch and dessert, and they also offer takeout, delivery and curbside pickup. If you’re driving, you’ll find free parking outside the restaurant. 

Armando's Beach Restaurant is a casual dining option where you can enjoy Thai and international dishes just steps from the lapping waves. It's situated on the quieter stretch of resorts that extends down the north coast of Koh Samui, about 10 minutes by tuk-tuk past Mae Nam.

The sandy decked dining space is dotted with seats and tables and it's shaded by corrugated roofs and palm-thatch curtains. On the menu, you’ll find some tempting local goodies. Think stir-fried morning glory with chili, pad krapow gai (spicy stir-fried basil chicken) and massaman curry. The versatile menu will surprise you with not only delectable local treats but also Western staples such as schnitzel and burgers with chips.

Sea Grille is one of the many tempting dining options that stretching along Bophut Beach in northern Koh Samui. Within walking distance of the sands, it beckons guests to its home base at the Celes Beachfront Resort with a boho interior and taste-bud-tingling mix of Thai and European cuisine.

The first menu card is all about the local stuff. Highlights include mun goong (marinated prawn cakes in plum sauce) and pal sam rod (sweet-and-sour white snapper). Then, you get the international flavours, such as Niçoise salads and broiled salmon steaks. The setting is breezy and fresh, resembling the tavernas of Greece or the Balearics.

Baitong is the signature restaurant of Banana Fan Sea Resort, a stylish and affordable resort right on the beach in central Chaweng. It has a large, open-sided dining room right next to the swimming pool, with a dozen tables set on the white sand of Chaweng Beach. 

With an extensive menu of Thai and western favorites, Baitong is a great place for a tropical dinner under the stars with your toes in the sand. All budget-conscious travellers should check out the happy hour from 2 pm to 4 pm.