About Aoy Restaurant Bophut
Aoy Restaurant Bophut is a long-running family-run Thai restaurant on Bophut Beach Road, Koh Samui serving classic central Thai dishes. A trusted pick for travellers wanting authentic home-style Thai meals.
Long-running family Thai restaurant on Bophut Beach. Suits travellers wanting authentic Thai meals.
Why visit
- Family-run for over 25 years with grandmother-style central Thai recipes still cooked daily
- Signature massaman beef and gaeng keow wan chicken curries priced around 180 baht
- Fresh seafood from local Bophut boats including grilled prawns and snapper
- Walking distance from Fisherman's Village Walking Street, busy Friday evenings
- Open-air dining with views toward Bophut Pier and Koh Phangan in the distance
What to expect
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Local tips
- Tipping is not required but rounding up the bill or 20-50 baht is appreciated
- Ask staff for the daily special which is often off the printed menu
- Combine the meal with a stop at Secret Buddha Garden which is nearby
- Spice levels in tourist areas come down by default ask for 'phet phet' if you want it Thai-spicy
Frequently asked questions
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.
What hours is Aoy Restaurant Bophut open?
Operating hours are listed as 11:00-22:00. Kitchen often closes 30 minutes before stated closing so order food earlier rather than later.
Is the restaurant child friendly?
Yes most casual Koh Samui restaurants welcome children. High chairs may not be available so call ahead if needed. Mild dishes like fried rice or chicken cashew are reliable kid-friendly options on most Thai menus.