Bang Po Seafood (Takho), Maenam: Koh Samui's Beach Shack

Overview

Bang Po Seafood (listed in the Michelin Guide as Bang Por Seafood Takho) is a beachfront Thai seafood restaurant on Koh Samui’s north coast, set on the stretch of shoreline where Maenam’s western end runs into Bang Po. It is a working kitchen rather than a showpiece: a handful of tables under an open-sided roof, a tank of the day’s catch, and a team of local chefs who have cooked here for years, turning out whole grilled fish and stir-fried seafood at prices closer to a village kitchen than a resort restaurant.

The restaurant does not run an official website or online booking system, which is typical for this scale of family-run seafood shack on Koh Samui’s quieter north coast. What confirms it is still open and worth the trip is a steady run of third-party coverage: an active Michelin Guide listing, a Tripadvisor page with reviews stretching back over a decade, and visitor comments as recent as February 2026.

Key takeaways

• Listed in the Michelin Guide (Thailand) under “Bang Por Seafood Takho,” open daily 10:00-22:00.
• Southern Thai seafood cooked to order: average spend runs roughly 600 THB (~17 USD) per person.
• Sits on the coast road at Moo 6, Maenam, about 20 km (~25-30 min by car) from Samui Airport.
• Reviewed as recently as February 2026 on Tripadvisor, confirming it is still trading.

Key Facts

Bang Po Seafood runs as a single family-style operation with no online booking system, so the details below come from the Michelin Guide and Tripadvisor listings rather than an official site.

Fact	Detail
Address	56/4 Moo 6, Maenam, Ko Samui District, Surat Thani 84320
Hours	Daily, 10:00 AM-10:00 PM
Price range	฿฿ (moderate): roughly 600 THB (~17 USD) per person on average
Phone	+66 85 575 9999
Coordinates	9.5781, 99.9428
Map	Bang Po Seafood on Google Maps

What to Order

Bang Po Seafood’s menu runs on whatever came in that morning, so the strongest dishes are the ones built around fresh fish and shellfish rather than anything precooked. The kitchen’s signatures are spicy stir-fried squid with curry paste and herbs, whole fish grilled and topped with a mix of Thai herbs, and a house shrimp paste dish packed with aromatic plants and coconut chili. Beyond those, expect whole pomfret, snapper, and sea bass steamed or grilled to order, stir-fried clams with roasted chili paste, steamed river prawns, and simple sides like stir-fried morning glory and spicy mango salad.

The kitchen serves a mostly Thai clientele, with a smaller mix of expats and travelers, and reviewers consistently describe the food as unfussy rather than polished: the point here is freshness and value, not presentation.

Prices

Bang Po Seafood prices by weight and dish rather than a fixed set menu, so the final bill depends on what is picked from the tray of fresh fish and shellfish. As a guide, a full sit-down meal for two runs roughly 600-900 THB (~17-26 USD), and a whole grilled or steamed sea bass typically costs 350-500 THB (~10-14 USD) depending on size.

Item	Typical Cost
Whole grilled or steamed sea bass	350-500 THB (~10-14 USD)
Stir-fried squid or clam dishes	150-300 THB (~4.50-8.50 USD)
Rice, vegetable, or soup sides	60-120 THB (~1.50-3.50 USD)
Full meal for two, with a drink	600-900 THB (~17-26 USD)

Payment leans toward cash at this scale of family-run restaurant; confirm card acceptance when booking a table for a larger group. Drinks (beer, soft drinks, and fresh juice) are priced separately and add a modest amount to the bill on top of the food totals above.

Getting There

Bang Po Seafood sits on the coast road linking Maenam Beach to Bang Po Beach, roughly 20 km (~25-30 minutes by car) northwest of Samui Airport, the same drive time this site’s Bang Po beach guide quotes for the wider area. An airport taxi runs about 350-450 THB (~10-13 USD) prepaid at the terminal counter; a shared minivan is cheaper, from around 150-200 THB (~4.50-5.50 USD), but slower with stops along the way. From central Maenam or Bophut, it is a short 10-15 minute drive west along the ring road (Route 4169). Parking is roadside and limited, so arriving by scooter or taxi is usually easier than driving a larger car in at peak times.

Nearby

Maenam Beach stretches east from the restaurant, with its Thursday night market and calm year-round swimming a short drive away. Bang Po Beach itself (quieter, narrower, and known for high-tide reef snorkeling) sits just to the west. The Chinese Temple of Maenam (Chao Eng Sae Shrine) is a few minutes further east in Maenam village, and this site’s Maenam area guide covers the wider neighborhood’s hotels, other restaurants, and things to do for anyone building a longer stop around the meal. Diners weighing other Koh Samui seafood options can also check this site’s best restaurants guide for picks by area.

Pros and Cons

Bang Po Seafood’s strongest point is value: Michelin Guide recognition and genuinely fresh, locally cooked seafood at prices well below Chaweng or Bophut equivalents, in a real beachfront setting rather than a tourist strip. Reviewers as recent as February 2026 confirm it is still open and worth the detour. Set against that: service can run slow when the kitchen is busy, the menu leans heavily on Thai spice levels that some dishes reviewers found harsh, the physical setup is basic rather than scenic-resort polished, and at least one recent review flagged inconsistency on a specific dish (crab salad), a reminder that quality can vary by what is fresh that day. Parking is tight and cash is the safer bet for payment.

FAQ

What is Bang Po Seafood?

Bang Po Seafood is a Thai seafood restaurant at 56/4 Moo 6, Maenam, on Koh Samui’s north coast where Maenam’s western end meets Bang Po Beach. It is listed in the Michelin Guide as Bang Por Seafood Takho and known locally as Takho Bangpo Seafood.

Is Bang Po Seafood expensive?

No: Bang Po Seafood is a moderately priced (฿฿) local restaurant. A full meal for two typically runs 600-900 THB (~17-26 USD), with individual seafood dishes from around 150 THB (~4.50 USD) and a whole grilled fish from roughly 350 THB (~10 USD).

What are the opening hours?

Bang Po Seafood is open daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, according to both the Michelin Guide and Tripadvisor listings current as of 2026.

How do I get to Bang Po Seafood from the airport?

Bang Po Seafood is about 20 km (~25-30 minutes by car) northwest of Samui Airport, on the coast road between Maenam and Bang Po. An airport taxi costs roughly 350-450 THB (~10-13 USD); a shared minivan is cheaper but slower.

Is Bang Po Seafood worth visiting?

For travelers wanting genuine local seafood at local prices, yes: its Michelin Guide listing and steady stream of 2025-2026 reviews confirm it delivers fresh fish in a real beachfront setting. Anyone expecting fast service or a polished dining room may prefer a resort restaurant instead.