Old Lamai Restaurant

Name: Old Lamai Restaurant
Address: Lamai village inland, Lamai, Koh Samui, TH

About Old Lamai Restaurant

Classic Thai eatery in old Lamai village with no-frills decor. Suits adventurous travellers wanting authentic Southern Thai food at local prices.

Why visit Old Lamai Restaurant

Servings are generous and pricing is reasonable by Koh Samui standards
Air-conditioned seating gives a comfortable break from Koh Samui's heat especially at midday
Located within walking distance of Chaweng Beach so it integrates easily into a sightseeing day
Staff are used to international diners and can handle special requests in basic English
Old Lamai Restaurant in Lamai, the second tourist beach south of Chaweng with a more relaxed vibe is one of the more dependable Koh Samui dining options with consistent reviews from foreign visitors

What to expect

✦ Reservations not usually needed except weekend evenings when the place can fill up

✦ Vegetarian options exist but ask staff to confirm no fish sauce or shrimp paste in dishes

✦ Casual dining setting with fans or air-conditioning depending on the room

✦ Menu in English and Thai with photos which makes ordering straightforward for first-time visitors

Local tips

Pay by Thai QR or cash card payments may incur a 3 percent surcharge or be declined
Lunch is quieter than dinner if you want a calmer meal arrive between 1pm and 3pm
Tipping is not required but rounding up the bill or 20-50 baht is appreciated
Spice levels in tourist areas come down by default ask for 'phet phet' if you want it Thai-spicy

Frequently asked questions

What hours is Old Lamai Restaurant open?

Operating hours are listed as 10:00-22:00. Kitchen often closes 30 minutes before stated closing so order food earlier rather than later.

Is the menu in English?

Yes most Koh Samui restaurants serving foreign visitors have English menus and many have photos. Staff are used to international diners and can clarify dishes if needed. Vegetarian and spice-level requests are widely understood.

Does the restaurant deliver?

Many Koh Samui restaurants are on Grab Food or LINE Man depending on availability. Search by name in the app to check current delivery status. Expect 20-40 minute delivery within 5 km.