Restaurants & Cafés

Gringos Cantina

Relaxed Tex-Mex dining with generous portions, margaritas, and creative island fusion.

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About Gringos Cantina

Gringos Cantina is a long-running Chaweng restaurant serving Mexican, Tex-Mex, and crossover dishes in a relaxed, open-air setting. The menu covers familiar favorites such as tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, nachos, burgers, steaks, BBQ ribs, seafood, salads, pizza, and pasta, giving groups plenty of choice. Its Mexican-Thai and Mexican-Indian fusion specials add a distinctive local twist, while a separate Thai selection broadens the appeal for mixed-dining parties. Generous portions, bold seasoning, margaritas, and a casual atmosphere make it a practical choice for convivial dinners rather than formal dining. Ceiling fans keep the main restaurant comfortable, with additional portable fans in the outdoor area. Vegetarian diners are catered for with a substantial Tex-Mex selection, and some gluten-free choices are reported, though availability should be confirmed directly. The venue suits families, couples, and groups seeking an easygoing meal near Chaweng Beach. It opens daily from afternoon through late evening, making it suitable for an early dinner, relaxed drinks, or a late meal.

Highlights

  • Broad Tex-Mex menu with tacos, burritos, fajitas, nachos, and enchiladas
  • Mexican-Thai and Mexican-Indian fusion specials
  • Open-air dining with margaritas and a relaxed atmosphere

Venue Information

Location

166, 99, Tambon Bo Put, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84320, Thailand

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Nearest BeachChaweng Beach

Payment Methods

Cash (THB)Credit Card

Facilities & Amenities

Restaurant
Bar
Parking
WiFi
Air Conditioning

What People Say

Strengths

  • Generous portions and broad menu variety
  • Relaxed, lively setting suitable for groups
  • Popular dishes include nachos, fajitas, ribs, and margaritas

Things to Note

  • Service and food consistency can vary by visit
  • Open-air seating relies on ceiling or portable fans rather than full air-conditioning

Unique Features

  • Mexican-Thai and Mexican-Indian fusion dishes
  • Daily rotating specials, including seafood fajitas and prawn fusion dishes

Insider Tips

  • Check the daily special before ordering
  • Request vegetarian or gluten-free options when booking or ordering

Cuisine

MexicanWesternThaiInternational

Dietary options

VegetarianGluten-Free