Only a few years ago the culinary scene in Koh Tao was rather basic. Classic Thai dishes with a few western additions like American breakfast, pancakes, sandwiches and French fries have been on the daily menu.
Nowadays chefs and caterers from all nations have settled. Excellent restaurants, with stylish, creative ambience offer culinary delights from all over the world. You can choose from Italian, Mexican, Indian, French, Japanese, German, or Chinese cuisine. Tapas, kebab, pizza, imported steaks, homemade pasta, sausages, meat pies, fresh bread & pastry, as well as draught beers, imported wines & fabulous cocktails.
A gourmets paradise! Fresh markets offer all sorts of tropical fruit and also prepare them on the spot to a shake of your choice. With all this foreign dishes on offer you should never forget where you are. Authentic Thai food can be sampled everywhere, from simple street stalls & nightly grills to classy Thai kitchens and breezy Seafood restaurants.
| Recommended Restaurants & Bakery in Koh Tao |
| Dirty Nelly’s Irish Pub (est. 2005) - Mae Haad |
This quickly became the local favourite pub on Koh Tao. Beautiful place with the original feel of a pub in Dublin. Dirty Nelly’s has a traditional menu and the kitchen is open from 9.00 -22.00. Try the Irish Breakfast, Steak and Guinness Pie, burgers or the Irish Stew. Guinness, Tiger, Lowenbrau, Heineken, Chang on draft. Live music, dj’s, Largest screen on Koh Tao plus two other large screens and many TVs for live sport. Pool and dart are also available. Irish Management. Ask for Donald for the latest pub event! The largest selection of Draft beers on Koh Tao. New for July 2006 - “The Loft” open up on the second floor of Dirty Nelly’s. Lounge bar and large screen. The Loft features both DJs and Live music.
Highly recommended |
| Portobello (est. February 2006) - Sai Ree |
This Italian bistro became the most popular and visited restaurant on Sai Ree Beach. Located close to 7-Eleven and Papas Tapas Portobello offer a wide variety of southern European dishes including meat and fish dishes, pasta, pizza and many homemade dishes. The quality of the food and the great service provided makes this restaurant a most visit while visiting Koh Tao. Very romantic feel to this place. Talk to Manager Akim from France for table reservations.
Highly recommended |
| Morava Located further down from 7- Eleven and Portobello on Sai Ree Beach. |
| This large restaurant and lounge have a menu with Japanese specialties like sashimi and sushi and also many western dishes. Highly recommended is the Crispy Duck. Also try the relaxed lounge bar next to the dinning area. Talk to owner Tanner for special events like livemusic and parties.
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| Farango Pizzeria (est. 1996) - Mae Haad |
One of Koh Taos local favourites. Stephane, the owner is running an excellent restaurant with favourites like pizza, pasta and steaks. Try the Duck with Orange sauce, any of the pizzas and Pasta with salmon. Italian and Mediterranean specialties, homemade pasta. Pier road, open noon - 22.00.
Highly recommended |
| SLICE 24 (est. 2005) - North Sai Ree |
Finally we can have some food after hours. This 24 hour pizza place sell slices of pizza for 49 bath/piece.
Highly recommended |
| Cappuccino Bakery - Mae Haad |
French bakery located just a few meters down the road from the Prasit Internet Service. It offers a large variety of bakery products of excellent quality, made from imported top quality ingredients. Prices are a bit higher then elsewhere, but the quality makes it worth the price. For birthday cakes or special orders talk to owner/manager Paul.
Highly recommended
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| Sensi Paradise - Mae Haad |
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Ideal spot for a sunset dinner. This romantic restaurant offers a splendid view over the western bay. Excellent seafood and good selection of wine. Served at a traditional styled beach terrace.
Highly recommended
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| Thipwimarn - Sai Ree |
Magnificent open air restaurant at a hill top boutique resort. Enjoy authentic thai cousine with a spectacular view over Sai Ree Beach. Free shuttle service. 077-456 409.
Highly recommended
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| Jamahkiri Spa and Restaurant - Rocky Bay |
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Rocky Bay’s extraordinary hill side venue with a splendid view and an exquisites ambience. Large selection of Thai dishes in a relaxing atmosphere. Pick up service 077-456 400.
Highly recommended
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| Papas Tapas (est. 2005) - Sai Ree |
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Amazing food in the style of small Tapas Dishes. Some of the best food and drinks on the island but also one of the most expensive. Try the cauliflower cappuccino and the foie gras.
Highly recommended
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| Whitening Bar & Restaurant - Mae Haad |
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Open from 18.00 onwards it´s more of a cocktail bar than a restaurant. They do parties (very popular) on the beach and in general it is a good place to spend the night. Friday nights on Whitenings party night.
Highly recommended
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| Safari Bar and Grill - Mae Haad |
JJungle styled restaurant and bar. Serves meat, roast, chicken and seafood. Tropical cocktail bar. Draft Beer. |
| Ban Kao Restaurant / Moonstone Bar - Chalok Ban Kao |
Beautiful bay view restaurant and classic beach bar in a garden setting at Koh Tao Resort. Thai and western cousine. Seefood BBQ and live music. |
| El Gringo - Sai Ree Beach upper road |
Mexican restaurant, selling guacamole, nachos, tortillas & salsa. |
| Café Del Sol - Mae Haad |
Exquisite & wide range of breakfast sets, sandwiches, bruschettas, coffees & wine, first choice steaks and smoked salmon. Mae Haad Square, open daily 8.00 - 23.00h. |
| Safety Stop Pub (est. 1994) - Mae Haad |
Where friends and locals meet. English pub grub, Indian food, imported & draught beers, live sports & Formula 1, Happy Hours with beautiful sunsets. 8.00h - late. |
| Suthep Restaurant - Sai Ree Beach |
Cozy place located on Sai Ree Beach. Exquisite range of Thai & Western dishes, excellent steaks, check out the mashed potatoes balls. Open 19.00 -23.00h. |
| New Heaven Restaurant and Bakery - Thian Og Bay |
Fantastic seaview from the relaxing hilltop terrace, easy to reach. Great seafood & Thai cuisine, BBQ corner. Home made bread & pastry, fresh coffee. Open 9.00-22.00. |
| Zest Bakery - Mae Haad |
On the main road in Mae Haad, next to the Farango Restaurant. Great place to have a good breakfast. Sandwiches and croissants are of very good quality. Very reasonable prices. |
| La Matta - Mae Haad |
Open now from almost 6 years, this Italian restaurant is one of the culinary highlights of the island. Home made Lasagna, ravioli, orecchiette and other Italian specialties. Bread and focaccia are also home made and excellent. |
| Choppers - next to 7-eleven Sai Ree Beach |
Popular Aussie pub with full menu and a large selection of draft beer. Live music, live sports and pool table. |
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