Panang curry at P.oy's Place, Koh Tao

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P.oy's PlaceTraditional Thai Food in Koh Tao

"Real Thai cooking, made with heart — a little corner of Koh Tao you'll never forget."

Chef P.oy

Chef P.oy

Our Story

A kitchen run on instinct, memory and a very big personality.

P.oy's Place is chef P.oy's home on Koh Tao — a warm, lantern-lit dining room built around the food she grew up cooking in Southern Thailand. Slow-simmered curries, punchy tom yums, whole fried fish from the island's boats, all served the way her mother taught her.

She's the one greeting you at the door, arguing over chilli levels, and personally plating the massaman. Regulars come back as much for her laugh as for the food.

The new menu keeps every classic — and adds a few things for the traveller in you: ribeye pad kra pao, picanha steak with nam jim jeaw, and a proper cocktail bar with smoked old fashioneds and salted caramel espresso martinis.

Guests say

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4.9★★★★★

Pulled directly from our Google reviews · 361 ratings

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If you have the luck to be on Koh Tao and you want to eat really good, this is the place you have to visit. Not only is the food super delicious, the staff is friendly and the couple who run the place are so cool and helpful. For us the best restaurant on the island.
Stefan
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★★★★★
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Got to try this place and had a fantastic slow-cooked chicken massaman curry, old style with meat on the bone, soft and delicious potatoes that just melt in the mouth, and a little kick to the sauce. Great portions, good value, great service and lovely friendly owners and staff.
Elaine
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★★★★★
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Would have to say one of, if not the best Thai food I have had — not only on Koh Tao but in all of Thailand. Cannot fault a dish. Highly recommend to all Thai food lovers while on Tao, it's a must.
Mark
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I've been there today for lunch. I ate tofu, crispy pork and chicken wings. It was really tasty. But the best dish for me was the massaman — the best I ate in my life! Thank you so much for this amazing and delicious food.
Véro
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Don't miss out on Koh Tao. The restaurant is small, about 7–8 tables, so check for a reservation if you're coming for dinner — most nights are full. There are lots of daily specials, prices are fair and the staff are very friendly and helpful.
zOm
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★★★★★
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Hands down the best Thai food we've had on Koh Tao. The massaman is unreal and P.oy came out to say hi — you can feel the love in every dish.
Sarah M.
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★★★★★
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Authentic, generous, unforgettable. The ribeye pad kra pao is a game-changer and the espresso martini was the best surprise of the trip.
Julien R.
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★★★★★
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Cosy spot, warm welcome, incredible flavours. P.oy is a legend — real southern Thai cooking with heart. We came back three nights in a row.
Emma & Tom
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★★★★★
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Everything we ordered was full of flavour and the portions are generous. Lovely people, relaxed atmosphere and easily the meal we talked about most all week on Koh Tao.
Lucas B.
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Find us

Come sit down, order too much.

Address

15/26 Moo 2, Sairee Beach
Koh Tao, Surat Thani 84360, Thailand

Hours
  • Tuesday – Sunday12:00 – 21:00
  • MondayClosed