Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
(Bang Po; dishes from 100B; dinner)
A meal at Bang Po Seafood is a test for the taste buds. It's
one of the only restaurants that serves traditional Ko Samui fare: recipes call for ingredi-
ents such as raw sea urchin roe, baby octopus, sea water, coconut and local turmeric.
INTERNATIONAL
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Farmer
( 0 7744 7222; Mae Nam; mains 350-1000B; lunch & dinner)
Magically set in a rice field, the
Farmer is a refreshing change of setting and a romantic one at that, especially when the
candlelight flickers on a clear starry night. The mostly European-inspired food is tasty
and well-presented and there's a free pick-up for nearby beaches since this place is far
from the main tourist areas.
West & South Coasts
The quiet west coast features some of the best seafood on Samui. Na Thon has a giant
day
market
on Th Thawi Ratchaphakdi - it's worth stopping by to grab some snacks before
your ferry ride.
Ging Pagarang
(Thong Tanote; meals from 50B; 11.30am-8pm)
Locals know this is one of the island's best
beachside places to sample authentic Samui-style seafood. It's simple and family-run, but
the food and views are extraordinary. Try the sea algae salad with crab, fried dried oc-
topus with coconut or the spectacular fried fish or prawns with lemon grass. The English
translations on the menu will keep you giggling.
SEAFOOD
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About Art & Craft Café
(Na Thon; dishes 80-180B; breakfast & lunch; )
An artistic oasis in the midst of hurried Na Thon,
this cafe serves an eclectic assortment of healthy and wholesome food, gourmet coffee
and, as the name states, art and craft, made by the owner and her friends. Relaxed and
friendly, this is also a gathering place for Samui's dwindling population of bohemians
and artists.
VEGETARIAN
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Five Islands
(
www.thefiveislands.com
;
Taling Ngam; dishes 250-630B, tours not incl/incl meal 3500/6900B; lunch & dinner)
Five Islands offers Samui's most unique (yet pricey) eating experience. First, a long-tail
boat will take you out into the turquoise sea to visit the haunting Five Sister Islands,
SEAFOOD
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