The Gulf Coast Beaches Restaurants
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1. 2 Fishes
$$$$ | Tambon Bophut |One of the most creative restaurants on Samui fuses culinary sophistication with a welcoming, casual atmosphere in keeping with its surroundings. Chefs perform alchemy from the venue's open-counter kitchen, providing dishes such as linguine with prawns, clams, mussels, and chilies in a white wine and tomato sauce; and king prawns with garlic, chili, and lemon.
79/5 Moo 1, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand66-099-281--9973Known For
- Open kitchen is a nice touch
- Excellent fish of the day
- Culinary sophistication
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2. Bang Po Seafood
$$ | Mae Nam Beach |Mere feet from lapping waves, this perennial favorite serves the freshest seafood at reasonable prices. The purple baby-octopus soup and the sour curry with local turmeric and fish are two great options.
56/4 Moo 6, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand077-420010Known For
- Sandy beach setting
- Truly authentic tom yum
- A sea urchin salad that doesn't break the bank
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3. Cafe des Amis
$$$$ | |Belying Pattaya's slightly unsophisticated reputation, this fine dining haven oozes Gallic class. Tucked away in a residential district between Pattaya and Jomtien, it's something of a romantic refuge. And the food helps to elevate proceedings with choice offerings including premium steaks and showstoppers such as Japanese scallops with black pudding and cauliflower puree and lamb shank spiced with paprika, chili, and cumin.
319/6 10 Thap Phraya Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20260, Thailand66-08-40264989Known For
- Some of the best steaks in town
- A formidable wine selection
- Charming courtyard and al fresco dining area
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4. Koti
$$ | |A longtime local favorite for Thai-style seafood, Koti has a no-nonsense decor and a packed dining room that attests to the flavor of dishes like hor mok talay (steamed seafood curry). The large menu includes such crowd-pleasers as fried fish with garlic and pepper.
61/1 Dechanuchit Rd., Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77110, Thailand66-32-511252Known For
- Prime night market location
- Bustling atmosphere
- Open kitchen
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5. Ogen
$$$ | |This Israeli-run joint brings a mouthwatering taste of the Levant to Thailand's most venerable beach enclave. While the smoky aroma of meat, fish, and kebabs grilling over charcoal make this a heaven for carnivores, vegans are equally well-fed with a selection of salads, dips, and righteous falafel and hummus plates.
250/131 Petchkasem Rd., Soi 94, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77110, Thailand66-092-260--0376Known For
- Generous portions
- Both vegetarian- and vegan-friendly
- Attentive, friendly service
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6. Angela's at Moonhut
$ | Mae Nam Beach |This beachfront diner serves salads and sandwiches, both traditional and inventive. Among the latter, the "Hot Bandana" is a tasty vegetarian sandwich baked inside a bread bowl and served wrapped in a bandana.
67/2 Moo1 Maenam, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, Thailand66-077-427396Known For
- British standards like bangers and mash
- Imported meat and cheese
- A ridiculous amount of bread and baked goods
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7. Benihana
$$$$ | |The concept—one familiar to western visitors, especially those from North America—is not exactly authentic to Japan or any country for that matter. But Benihana's take on Japanese-style teppanyaki has proved to be an enduring formula. The template is followed to a tee at its Pattaya outlet with flamboyant chefs cooking up a storm before diners' eyes.
281/2-4 M.10 Beach Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20260, Thailand66-38-412120Known For
- Nice sake selection
- All the ingredients for an entertaining evening
- Good steaks
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8. Big Fish
$$$ | |Pattaya's reputation as a top spot for sampling seafood is given fresh impetus at this lively restaurant. The venue is open daily for lunch, but it comes alive on weekend nights when gourmands flock to its seafood buffet, which is a kingly affair starring superfresh morsels served in an underwater-inspired space popping with eclectic artworks.
390 Moo 9, Pattaya Sai 2 Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand66-038-930600Known For
- Famous Sunday night buffet
- Live music, which adds to the vibe
- An outstanding array of seafood
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9. Blues Blues
$ | |Hidden in plain sight on the way to an elephant camp and waterfall is this family-run Thai restaurant that brings a love of food, art (one of the owners is a multimedia artist and the decor reflects this), and music together under one canopy. Keep it classic with curries, stir-fries, or stuffed omelets—all fairly priced and full of flavor.
Klong Son, Koh Chang, Trat, 23170, Thailand66-087-144--6412Known For
- Open-air dining
- Unique decor
- Simple yet satisfying local dishes
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10. Buffalo Bill's at Fisherman's Wharf
$$ | |This surf-and-turf restaurant takes pride in using the best of the region's produce and seafood. Try the beer-battered fish-and-chips served in traditional newspaper wrapping, or start your day with the best eggs Benedict in town.
8 Chomsin Rd., Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77110, Thailand08-0727--4710Known For
- <PRO>Sunday roast specials</PRO>
- <PRO>spicy Thai food if you don't want Western fare</PRO>
- <PRO>reputable guest rooms </PRO>
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11. Chez Francois
$$$$ | Tambon Bophut |Chef/owner Francois Porte holds fort at this bijou fine dining option in Bophut. While the prices seem lofty by Samui standards, they are actually very reasonable considering the caliber of the culinary offerings. Menu highlights include mustard- and herb-crusted New Zealand rack of lamb and baked fresh grouper fillet topped with herb crust and served with lemon butter sauce.
33/2 Moo 1, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand66-096-071--1800Known For
- Fine French cuisine
- Intimate atmosphere
- Divine desserts
Restaurant Details
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12. DiDiNE
$$ | |Welcome to the best-value French restaurant in Thailand. At Didine the emphasis is not on fancy plating or any of the familiar gallic niceties but rather on delivering great-tasting dishes at extraordinary prices. Highlights include classic salads like Nicoise and more substantial offerings such as pork cordon bleu and beef red wine Parmentier.
Chaolay 3/1, Cha-am, Phetchaburi, Thailand66-87-189--3864Known For
- Great value
- Pizza and pasta
- Big portions
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13. Dining on the Rocks
$$$$ | Tambon Bophut |Arranged on several terraces, the tables here all have panoramic sea views; arrive before sunset to get the full effect. In addition to à la carte entrées and apps like iced tom yum gazpacho with oysters, this Six Senses' staple offers a wide range of revelatory set menus, including one for vegetarians.
9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand66-077-245678Known For
- Thoughtful vegan and vegetarian options
- Progressive wine pairings
- The island's most ambitious tasting menus
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14. El Greco
$$$ | |El Greco brings a taste of the Ionian to the tropics. The emphasis is on prime ingredients perfectly cooked: a simple creed that is executed via offerings such as shrimp saganaki (shrimp with feta, fresh oregano, tomatoes, and olive oil) and giant souvlaki platters
24/7 Moo 4, Koh Chang, Trat, 23170, Thailand66-086-843--8417Known For
- Delicious dips
- King-sized platters
- Great for sharing
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15. Gambero Rosso Andrea
$$ | |Beachfront trattorias don't come more inviting than this one. Pizza is the specialty of the house, and pies come in various thin-crusted, wood-fired guises. Perhaps the best thing about the place, though, is its ambience. You can literally feel the sand between your toes at the beachside setting while the views of the boats sailing in and out of Mae Haad Bay are unfailingly evocative.
21/1 Moo 2, Koh Tao, Surat Thani, 84360, Thailand66-098-468--6030Known For
- Authentic wood-fired pizza
- Beachside vibes
- Reasonable wine selection
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16. Indian By Nature
$$$ | |Regulars pack the room at this elegant Indian restaurant, which honors Pattaya's bountiful seafood supply with such dishes as a comforting fish curry and a crab masala special that's an absolute must when it's available. Service is attentive but never overbearing, living up to the awards this local favorite has earned since it opened in 2004.
306/64-68 Thapraya Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand038-364656Known For
- A drink trolley devoted to gin
- Private dining for special occasions
- Excellent dessert menu
Restaurant Details
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17. Jae Eiw Seafood
$$ | Klongsan |Rated by many Thais as being among the best seafood restaurants in the entire province, this humble venue has serious credentials. The kitchen backs up its rep courtesy of perfectly cooked Thai-style seafood. Menu highlights include the stir-fried prawns in salt, chili, and garlic.
10/10/1 Moo 4, Koh Chang, Trat, 23170, Thailand66-081-982–3954Known For
- Seriously good seafood
- English-language menu
- Popular with the locals
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18. Ko Seng
$$ | Mae Nam Beach |This two-story seafood restaurant has been feeding Mae Nam residents for decades. The menu changes daily depending on the day's catch. Its most famous dish, stir-fried crab with black pepper, is highly recommended.
95 Soi Kohseng, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand66-089-874--3516Known For
- Low prices
- Rotating catch-of-the-day specials
- House-grown organic vegetables
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19. Kob Thai Restaurant
$$ | |Everything on the menu at this well-run Lamai restaurant is excellent. The venue doesn't reinvent the wheel. Instead, the onus is on classic Thai dishes cooked well and with love. Extra marks go to the ambience, which sees parties dine in individual wooden salas (pavilions) in a verdant tropical garden.
101/18 Moo 3, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84310, Thailand66-082-534--9325Known For
- Prideful service
- A serene tropical setting
- Authentic Thai food
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20. La Sirene
$$ | Tambon Bophut |For elegant French cooking, try this small waterfront bistro whose owner moved here from Nice. The three-course tasting menu might include such delicacies as a shark with pineapple entrée, along with a salad and dessert.
65/1 Bophut Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand077-425301Known For
- <PRO>à la carte options like shrimp in cognac sauce</PRO>
- <PRO>several Thai staples, including a glass noodle salad with seafood</PRO>
- <PRO>delightful waterfront seating on its deck</PRO>
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Credit cards accepted
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