About The Island View Restaurant
Tucked away on quiet Taling Ngam Beach, The Island View Restaurant is a laid-back beachfront spot with open-sided seating and tables set directly on the sand, looking out to the famed Five Islands and sunset views across the Gulf of Thailand. Guests come for fresh seafood, classic Thai dishes, vegetarian options and a few Western favourites, all served by friendly staff at reasonable prices in a calm, unhurried setting.
Highlights
- Beachfront tables on quiet Taling Ngam shoreline
- Sunset views towards the Five Islands
- Fresh grilled seafood and lobster by advance reservation
What People Say
Strengths
- Consistently praised beachfront location with direct sand-side seating and wide sea and sunset views.
- Well-regarded Thai dishes and very fresh seafood, including grilled fish, prawns and lobster.
- Warm, attentive service from friendly staff, helping create a welcoming, unpretentious atmosphere.
Things to Note
- Located on a quiet stretch of Taling Ngam, so expect a tranquil, low-key environment rather than a party scene.
- Popular around sunset; arrive a little earlier or reserve to secure a front-row beach table.
Unique Features
- Direct views across the water to the Five Islands, making sunsets particularly striking compared with many other west-coast spots.
- Offers longtail boat trips to nearby islands for snorkelling and fishing, bookable directly from the restaurant.
Insider Tips
- Reserve in advance and request a beach table for the best sunset sightlines over the Five Islands.
- Pre-order grilled lobster a day ahead if you want the signature seafood treat many reviewers recommend.
Cuisine
Location
348 หมู่ที่ 3 Nara-Taling-Ngam Rd, Tambon Taling Ngam, Amphoe Ko Samui, Chang Wat Surat Thani 84140, Thailand
