About Pepenero
Pepenero is an authentic Northern-Italian restaurant tucked off the main road between Mae Nam and Bophut, offering regional Italian cuisine with handmade pasta and traditional Lombard recipes. The intimate garden setting features lush greenery and Italian 1960s-70s music, creating a cozy atmosphere for romantic dinners and family gatherings.
Highlights
- Handmade regional Italian pasta
- Curated wine list with 70 labels including Sassicaia and Ornellaia
- Daily chef's special dishes
What People Say
Strengths
- Exceptional authentic Northern-Italian food with high-quality imported ingredients
- Owner Paolo provided warm, passionate, and knowledgeable service
- Outstanding handmade pasta cooked perfectly al dente
Things to Note
- Open 6 PM to 11 PM only, closed Sundays - dinner service only
- Located off the main road between Mae Nam and Bophut - may be hard to find
- Pricing is higher by Thai standards due to imported Italian ingredients
Unique Features
- Around 70 wine labels including prestigious Italian wines like Sassicaia and Ornellaia
- Only Northern-Italian/Lombard regional cuisine specialist on Koh Samui
- Daily fresh specialties change based on Chef Alain's selections
Insider Tips
- Ask Paolo to explain the menu and Italian ingredients for local dishes
- Try the beef ragu, Assassina pasta, and tiramisu as signature dishes
- Reserve ahead via phone 091-175-0707 for weekend dinner tables
Cuisine
Location
4, 5, Tambon Mae Nam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84330, Thailand
