a la carte restaurant

Restaurants · Thai Cuisine

Rating: 4.8 (104 reviews)

Address: Mae Nam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84330, Thailand

Status: CLOSED

Phone:+66 86 267 4474

About

A charming, budget-friendly seaside restaurant in Koh Samui that offers an exceptional dining experience combining authentic Thai cuisine, stunning ocean views, and incredible value. Located conveniently near the ferry terminal, this casual eatery provides travelers and locals with a delightful culinary destination that balances fresh, delicious food with an unbeatable atmosphere. Perfect for budget-conscious diners seeking genuine local flavors and a relaxed dining environment.

Highlights

  • Extremely affordable pricing (฿1-200 per person)
  • Fresh, generous portions of authentic Thai cuisine
  • Quick service (meals served in under 5 minutes)
  • Stunning ocean and seaside views
  • Friendly and attentive staff
  • Convenient location near ferry terminal

The Vibe

Casual, laid-back, and unpretentious with an open-air setting featuring breathtaking sea views. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, characterized by a light, breezy environment that captures the essence of a local Thai seaside restaurant. Soft sea breezes and an informal setting create a tranquil dining experience that feels both authentic and inviting.

Popular Dishes

  • Seafood curry rice with egg
  • Pad Thai with chicken
  • Fresh seafood dishes (squid and prawns)
  • Tom yum soup
  • Vegetarian fried rice
  • Fruit smoothies (mango, banana, pineapple)

People Especially Praise

  • Incredibly low prices
  • Authentic and flavorful Thai food
  • Fresh and tasty dishes
  • Quick and friendly service
  • Beautiful seaside location

Kids-Friendliness

Family-friendly with a casual atmosphere. While not specifically designed for children, the restaurant offers vegetarian options, simple setting, and welcoming environment suitable for families and groups of various sizes.

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • NoContact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Quick bite
  • Small plates

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Brunch
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual

Crowd

  • FamilyFriendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Thursday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Friday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Saturday: 9:30 am–4:30 pm
  • Sunday: Closed

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Reviews

Rating: 4.8 (104 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 92%
  • Mixed: 9%
  • Neutral: 2%
  • Negative: 1%

Exceptionally positive dining experience with near-universal customer satisfaction. Guests consistently praise the restaurant's outstanding combination of delicious food, friendly service, and incredible value.

Reasoning

An overwhelming majority of reviews (over 90%) provided glowing feedback, highlighting the restaurant's authentic cuisine, affordable prices, and welcoming atmosphere. Minor concerns about occasional food quality were vastly outweighed by enthusiastic recommendations and positive experiences. The restaurant consistently delivers excellent value and a memorable dining experience.

Location: 9.5831081, 99.9844312