I-Talay Beach Bar

Restaurants · Thai Cuisine

Rating: 4.5 (883 reviews)

Address: 164, 19 หมู่ที่ 1 Nara-Taling-Ngam Rd, Taling Ngam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84140, Thailand

Status: CLOSED

Phone:+66 81 721 3683

About

I-Talay Beach Bar & Cottage is a secluded westcoast beach destination offering an authentic, peaceful Thai island retreat. Nestled in a tranquil location with stunning sea views, it provides a unique experience for travelers seeking a genuine, laid-back environment. Perfect for couples, solo travelers, and families looking for a quiet getaway with scenic surroundings and warm hospitality.

Highlights

  • Spectacular sunset views
  • Extremely friendly and helpful staff
  • Beautiful beachfront location
  • Peaceful and quiet atmosphere
  • Diverse menu with Thai and international options

The Vibe

Rustic, peaceful, and authentically Thai. The venue features a relaxed atmosphere with creative design elements like lotus ponds, beach-adjacent bungalows, and unexpected decorative touches. The environment is casual, unpretentious, and deeply connected to its natural surroundings.

Popular Dishes

  • Fresh shakes
  • Local stir-fried shrimp with stink beans
  • European pizza
  • Mango sticky rice
  • Vegetable chili paste set

People Especially Praise

  • Exceptional staff kindness
  • Beautiful beach and sea views
  • Authentic local experience
  • Relaxed dining atmosphere

Kids-Friendliness

Family-friendly with a calm environment. Offers shallow beach waters, welcoming staff, and diverse food options. While no dedicated kids' facilities exist, the peaceful setting makes it suitable for family vacations.

What This Place Offers

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Takeout
  • DineIn

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Organic dishes
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy

Crowd

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

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • OnSite parking

Opening Hours

  • Monday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Thursday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Friday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Saturday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Sunday: 9:00 am–9:00 pm

Photos

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Reviews

Rating: 4.5 (883 reviews)

Sentiment Breakdown

  • Positive: 65%
  • Mixed: 27%
  • Neutral: 5%
  • Negative: 3%

Generally positive, with guests appreciating the unique location, warm hospitality, and authentic experience, while acknowledging some minor infrastructure limitations.

Reasoning

Visitors consistently praise the scenic location, friendly staff, and relaxed atmosphere. Minor concerns include remote location, basic amenities, and occasional maintenance issues. The venue's charm and genuine experience largely outweigh these small drawbacks.

Location: 9.4672957, 99.9330746