5 best seafood restaurants in Koh Samui [2025]

FeliciaWednesday, August 4, 2021Last Updated: Thursday, April 24, 2025

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It is no secret that the waters surrounding Koh Samui are a rich and plentiful source of fresh seafood. Thus, finding seafood on the island is easy, with a variety of fish caught daily. From beachfront restaurants to local eateries, we’ve compiled a list of the best seafood restaurants to try in Koh Samui.

Top 5 Seafood Restaurants in Koh Samui

1. Samui Seafood Grill & Restaurant

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Opening hours: Daily, 12pm to 11:30pm

Address: 13/1 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui Surat Thani 84320.

For authentic Thai cuisine, head to Samui Seafood Grill & Restaurant. Located on Chaweng Beach Lane, this restaurant is well-loved for its comfortable atmosphere. Furthermore, live music plays in the background as diners indulge in freshly caught fish and shrimp.

Some standouts here are the King’s Lobster and Prawns, which are both gently seasoned and grilled to perfection. Alternatively, try the Fried Prawns in red curry for a juicy and flavoursome meal. Delicious, too, are their Oysters and Mussels.

2. Dara Serene Restaurant

Opening hours: Daily, 5pm to 11pm.

Address: Floor 1, 162/2 Moo 2 Bohphud, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320.

Dara Serene serves quality seafood at a great value for money. This seafood restaurant is the perfect setting for couples, thanks to its beachside location and elegant tipi seating. Live music is played every Saturday night, adding a romantic touch.

They offer a selection of Western and Asian cuisine. The Baked Lobster here is a standout, however, they also serve cod, shells and crab as well. If you come with your loved one, we recommend the Seafood Platter (2,890 baht for 2) or the 5-course dinner (1,690 baht/person). This option serves an array of crab, fish, salads and lobster cooked in various styles.

Finally, they cater to vegetarians and have an extensive drink menu with an extensive wine list, along with classic cocktails such as Margaritas and much more.

3. Sala Thai Restaurant

Opening hours: Daily, 12.30pm to 10pm.

Address: 90 6 Moo 2 Bo Put, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320.

Sala Thai Restaurant is a seafood gem for those in Lamai. In a charming Thai-style venue, they have an impressive array of seafood on display. There’s a choice of fish, prawns or crabs, but their Red Snapper and Lobster steal the show.

Aside from seafood, traditional Thai dishes such as Seafood Curry, Fried Rice, Roasted Duck and Tom Yum Soup are also available to order.

4. Mit Samui Restaurant

Opening hours: Daily, 11am to 11pm.

Address: Phang Bua Market, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320.

With such a wide range of seafood on offer, it’s hard not to see why everyone loves Mit Samui Restaurant. This eatery delivers steamed crabs, shrimp tempura and fried seafood packed with taste. Whilst the restaurant is quite small, the venue has no problems filling up the seats on any given weekday.

They use only the best quality produce at fair prices. A notable mention here goes to the Prawns fried in ginger sauce, for an aromatic, tender and hearty bite. Best of all, the service is fast and the staff are friendly and accommodating.

5. The Oyster Bar x Samui

Opening hours: Daily, 6pm to 11pm.

Address: 84/34 M00. 3, Tambol Maret, Ban Lamai, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84310.

Oyster Bar x Samui is the place to go for the best oysters on the island. Here, diners can explore oysters from around the world. For example, their French and Irish oysters have a crisp and briny taste, and the biggest oyster on the menu from the US is sweet and buttery.

If you want to go all out, opt for their Time to Explore menus. These allow diners to test 3, 6 or 12 variations of oysters from France, the USA, Thailand or Japan; in particular, the Totten Inlet from the US is a good choice (495 to 1830 baht) with delicious briny and melon accents.

Their menu also features caviar, mussels, scallops and fish and chips. Of course, remember to check their wine list for the perfect aide to your oyster tasting session.

On Koh Samui, seafood for all budgets and tastes can be found, and what better way to enjoy it than on a tropical island? Whilst each of these seafood restaurants specialises in its unique variants, all of their dishes will have you coming back for more!

Felicia

Felicia is a journalist and content writer who covers a range of topics from life style to leisure and tourism. Her career began as a copywriter working for many news and media companies, where she worked with several brands in England and Myanmar to help them increase their online presence. She is a graduate from University of Brighton, England.