DELIGHT in EXQUISITE DINING
Dining at Koh Samui
You don’t need to venture far from Lipa Noi to enjoy excellent meals; the burgeoning local dining scene offers a wide variety of choices. Find everything from casual dining and sundowners to exquisite feasts and speciality cocktails. Choose from rustic local eateries and beachside café shacks serving fresh seafood and Thai dishes, or look to the top dining venues in The InterContinental and Conrad hotels.
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INTERCONTINENTAL SAMUI
Just to the south of Lipa Noi is neighbouring Talig Ngam, where The InterContinental Samui is just a few minutes’ drive and a must-visit for unforgettable sundowners. Take your seat in the signature Air Bar perched high on the cliffs, named in the New York Times bestseller 1000 Places to See Before You Die; it is indeed hard to imagine a more beautiful sunset spot than this.
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CONRAD KOH SAMUI
World-class dining options await at Conrad Koh Samui, located towards the south-west tip of the island. Its signature clifftop restaurant Jahn offers just 24 intimate seats and award-winning fine dining. Down on the beachfront, Azure serves a Mediterranean menu throughout the day and evening; perfect for a meal right by the beach. Order handcrafted cocktails at Seakret Bar on the beach and watch the sun sink into the sea.
MANGO TREE
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Also located in Lipa Noi is Mango Tree, a Thai restaurant which offers an inviting setting where the focus is on delicious, fresh food and a relaxed ambience. It’s a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy the natural charm of Koh Samui’s west coast.
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THINK & RETRO CAFE
Another popular spot is Think & Retro Café, a quaint and quirky beachside café constructed from shipping containers on a long, quiet beach. This venue serves an all-day Thai and Western menu, which includes its popular homemade pizzas.
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SUNSET VIEW
Visitors also shouldn’t miss the newly opened Sunset View, which is an absolute gem in Taling Ngam. Speciality cocktails are attractively priced, the Thai food is freshly prepared and delicious, and the view is utterly breathtaking.
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NANUS
A newcomer to the local dining scene is Nanus, a beachside gem with an Italian owner-chef Luca, who is well-known on the island for his authentic Italian cuisine. Regulars and newcomers alike leave rave reviews for his fabulous pizzas and range of Italian wines.
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CHILL INN
This casual beachfront dining offers delicious Thai and Western cuisines by the beach. Order a chilled beer or a glass of wine and enjoy a spot of people watching and of course, the magnificent views.
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EL BARRIL
A meal at this delightful restaurant is well worth the short drive into nearby Nathon. El Barril presents a Spanish menu with delicious tapas as well as succulent Charolais red meats. Its French proprietor is well-known in the district for his excellent cuisine and convivial restaurants.
ALCHEMY CAFÉ
V E G A N M E N U
Vegetarians will relish some of the island’s most delicious vegan cuisine at Alchemy Café. This restaurant is part of the popular Anahata Health & Wellness Resort, renowned for its yoga programmes.