Dirty Nelly’s Irish Pub (est. 2005) – Mae Haad
This quickly became the local favourite pub on Koh Tao. Beautiful place with the original feel of a pub in Dublin. Dirty Nelly’s has a traditional menu and the kitchen is open from 9.00 -22.00. Try the Irish Breakfast, Steak and Guinness Pie, burgers or the Irish Stew. Guinness, Tiger, Lowenbrau, Heineken, Chang on draft. Live music, dj’s, Largest screen on Koh Tao plus two other large screens and many TVs for live sport. Pool and dart are also available. Irish Management. Ask for Donald for the latest pub event! The largest selection of Draft beers on Koh Tao. New for July 2006 – “The Loft” open up on the second floor of Dirty Nelly’s. Lounge bar and large screen. The Loft features both DJs and Live music.
Highly recommended

Portobello (est. February 2006) - Sairee
This Italian bistro became the most popular and visited restaurant on Sairee Beach. Located close to 7-Eleven and Papas Tapas Portobello offer a wide variety of southern European dishes including meat and fish dishes, pasta, pizza and many homemade dishes. The quality of the food and the great service provided makes this restaurant a most visit while visiting Koh Tao. Very romantic feel to this place. Talk to Manager Akim from France for table reservations.
Highly recommended

Morava Located further down from 7-Eleven and Portobello on Sairee Beach.
This large restaurant and lounge have a menu with Japanese specialties like sashimi and sushi and also many western dishes. Highly recommended is the Crispy Duck. Also try the relaxed lounge bar next to the dinning area. Talk to owner Tanner for special events like livemusic and parties.

Farango Pizzeria (est. 1996) - Mae Haad
One of Koh Taos local favourites. Stephane, the owner is running an excellent restaurant with favourites like pizza, pasta and steaks. Try the Duck with Orange sauce, any of the pizzas and Pasta with salmon. Italian and Mediterranean specialties, homemade pasta. Pier road, open noon – 22.00.
Highly recommended

SLICE 24 (est. 2005) – North Sairee
Finally we can have some food after hours. This 24 hour pizza place sell slices of pizza for 49 bath/piece.
Highly recommended

Cappuccino Bakery - Mae Haad
French bakery located just a few meters down the road from the Prasit Internet Service. It offers a large variety of bakery products of excellent quality, made from imported top quality ingredients. Prices are a bit higher then elsewhere, but the quality makes it worth the price. For birthday cakes or special orders talk to owner/manager Paul.
Highly recommended

Sensi Paradise – Mae Haad
Ideal spot for a sunset dinner. This romantic restaurant offers a splendid view over the western bay. Excellent seafood and good selection of wine. Served at a traditional styled beach terrace.
Highly recommended

Thipwimarn – Sairee
Magnificent open air restaurant at a hill top boutique resort. Enjoy authentic thai cousine with a spectacular view over Sairee Beach. Free shuttle service. 077-456 409.
Highly recommended

Jamahkiri Spa and Restaurant – Rocky Bay
Rocky Bay’s extraordinary hill side venue with a splendid view and an exquisites ambience. Large selection of Thai dishes in a relaxing atmosphere. Pick up service 077-456 400.
Highly recommended

Papas Tapas (est. 2005) – Sairee
Amazing food in the style of small Tapas Dishes. Some of the best food and drinks on the island but also one of the most expensive. Try the cauliflower cappuccino and the foie gras.
Highly recommended

Whitening Bar & Restaurant – Mae Haad
Open from 18.00 onwards it´s more of a cocktail bar than a restaurant. They do parties (very popular) on the beach and in general it is a good place to spend the night. Friday nights on Whitenings party night.
Highly recommended

Safari Bar and Grill – Mae Haad
JJungle styled restaurant and bar. Serves meat, roast, chicken and seafood. Tropical cocktail bar. Draft Beer.

Ban Kao Restaurant / Moonstone Bar
Chalok Ban Kao
Beautiful bay view restaurant and classic beach bar in a garden setting at Koh Tao Resort. Thai and western cousine. Seefood BBQ and live music.

Café Del Sol - Mae Haad
Exquisite & wide range of breakfast sets, sandwiches, bruschettas, coffees & wine, first choice steaks and smoked salmon. Mae Haad Square, open daily 8.00 - 23.00h.

Safety Stop Pub (est. 1994) - Mae Haad
Where friends and locals meet. English pub grub, Indian food, imported & draught beers, live sports & Formula 1, Happy Hours with beautiful sunsets. 8.00h - late.

Suthep Restaurant – Sairee Beach
Cozy place located on Sairee Beach. Exquisite range of Thai & Western dishes, excellent steaks, check out the mashed potatoes balls. Open 19.00 -23.00h.

New Heaven Restaurant and Bakery
Thian Og Bay
Fantastic seaview from the relaxing hilltop terrace, easy to reach. Great seafood & Thai cuisine, BBQ corner. Home made bread & pastry, fresh coffee. Open 9.00-22.00.

Zest Bakery - Mae Haad
On the main road in Mae Haad, next to the Farango Restaurant. Great place to have a good breakfast. Sandwiches and croissants are of very good quality. Very reasonable prices.

La Matta - Mae Haad
Open now from almost 6 years, this Italian restaurant is one of the culinary highlights of the island. Home made Lasagna, ravioli, orecchiette and other Italian specialties. Bread and focaccia are also home made and excellent.

Choppers – next to 7-eleven Sairee Beach
Popular Aussie pub with full menu and a large selection of draft beer. Live music, live sports and pool table.