# Authentic dinner spots in Koh Samui > Sometimes the only thing that matters is finding a meal that feels true to the local culture. Source: https://www.atly.com/thailand/สราษฎร-ธาน/koh-samui/best-authentic-dinner-spots ## Places (7) ### 1. Café Restaurant Malee Small, beautifully renovated space with retro style decor and bookshelves creates a cosy, peaceful atmosphere. Background music adds to the relaxing vibe, making it feel like a library setting. Outdoor tables offer self-service ventilation and lighting, enhancing comfort. - Address: 58,1, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Café-Restaurant-Malee ### 2. Federico's Italian restaurant offers cozy indoor and outdoor seating with a little Italy vibe and pleasant atmosphere suited for families and couples. The space feels intimate, often featuring interaction with the Italian owner and suggestions of the day. Guests enjoy quality Italian food including standout pizza and pasta, complemented by a selection of wines and cocktails. - Address: 258, Bandon Hospital Rd, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/Federico's ### 3. FAI restaurant Cozy restaurant offers a mix of Thai and European dishes with a friendly atmosphere and quiet, pleasant vibe. It attracts a crowd that appreciates homemade schnitzels and traditional meals alongside local flavors. - Address: 124, 506, ตำบล มะเร็ต อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/FAIRestaurant ### 4. Onaka Sushi Bar Small, cozy Japanese cafe with authentic atmosphere and intimate setting. Quiet during the day with a friendly vibe and fresh, high-quality sushi. Decor includes various Japanese articles, creating a stylish yet modest environment. - Address: 124, 377 ถนน หาดละไม ตำบล มะเร็ต อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84310, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/OnakaSushiBar ### 5. Garrya Tongsai Bay Samui Resort sits in a quiet jungle cove with private beach access and breathtaking ocean views. Atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing, ideal for unwinding with clear pools and serene surroundings. Guests enjoy a calm, secluded vibe with natural beauty dominating the experience. - Address: 84, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/GarryaTongsaiBaySamui ### 6. Secret Garden Restaurant Beachfront setting offers beautiful sea views and outdoor seating overlooking the beach. Live music plays on many nights, creating a lively atmosphere though volume varies by seating area. The vibe shifts between calm and romantic to energetic depending on music and time. - Address: 11, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/SecretGardenRestaurant ### 7. หนานหยวน เชิงมน Nanyuan Noodle ( Choengmon beach) Small restaurant with Chinese atmosphere and casual, welcoming vibe offers authentic Hong Kong-style noodles and reasonably priced dishes. Peaceful setting invites relaxed meals with a local touch. Frequented for satisfying, flavorful food and excellent duck and dim sum. - Address: Family Mart Hat Choeng Mon 2, Rop Ko Road, Tambon Bo Phut, Amphoe Ko Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, ตำบล บ่อผุด อำเภอเกาะสมุย สุราษฎร์ธานี 84320, Thailand - Atly: https://www.atly.com/location/หนานหยวน-เชิงมน-Nanyuan-Noodle-Choengmon-beach ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.