Dining on the Rocks
Bophut / Plai Laem headland, Koh Samui
Restaurant in Koh Samui, Thailand
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Dining on the Rocks is worth considering when the setting is the point: a Bophut, Koh Samui address for a view-led meal rather than a quick value booking. With no confirmed cuisine, menu, or price range, it suits special-occasion diners more than anyone trying to compare exact spend against nearby peers.
About Dining on the Rocks
Dining on the Rocks is a Koh Samui venue to compare with Baan Talat, Sea Breeze Grill, and The Ranch when you are narrowing a dining shortlist.
Use it as a Koh Samui shortlist option, then confirm the details
The clearest practical note is the dress code: smart casual. That is useful because it gives at least one planning cue before you go, particularly if you are choosing between venues for a relaxed but polished evening. Beyond that, cuisine, menu format, price range, opening schedule, group capacity, bar setup, and dietary information are not available here. Those gaps are important: they affect whether the venue suits a quick dinner, a longer occasion, a group plan, or a meal with particular dietary needs.
For travelers building a wider plan, compare Dining on the Rocks with Sea Salt, Pak Tai, Baan Talat, Sea Breeze Grill, and The Ranch, or browse the Koh Samui restaurants guide for more Koh Samui dining options.
Quick reference: consider Dining on the Rocks as a Koh Samui dining option with a smart-casual dress code; confirm cuisine, price, hours, booking requirements, and service details directly before you go.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: 5:30–10:30 PM · Tuesday: 5:30–10:30 PM
- Location
- 9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui, 84320, Thailand
- Website
- sixsenses.com/en/hotels-resorts/asia-the-pacific/thailand/samui/dining/dining-on-the-rocks
- Phone
- +66 77 245 678
Venue details
Ambiance
Open‑air wooden decks lit by soft, warm lighting and candles create a romantic, cinematic atmosphere, with the sound of the sea below and expansive sunset views lending a calm but special‑occasion feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
View
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- Tasting menu, A la carte, Set menu
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Craft cocktails, Spirits
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly, Vegan options, Gluten-free options, Pescatarian friendly, Allergy accommodating
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Multi-course tasting menu
- Local seafood with modern techniques
- Organic vegetable-focused creations
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui, 84320, Thailand
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Friday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 5:30–10:30 PM
Location
9/10 Moo 5, Baan Plai Laem, Bophut, Koh Samui, 84320, Thailand · Directions
sixsenses.com/en/hotels-resorts/asia-the-pacific/thailand/samui/dining/dining-on-the-rocks
Also consider
Also Consider
- Baan Talat, Notable alternative
- Sea Breeze Grill, Notable alternative
- The Ranch, Steakhouse, ฿฿฿฿
- Pak Tai, Notable alternative
- Sea Salt, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Koh Samui
Dining on the Rocks is the stronger choice when ambiance is the deciding factor. Baan Talat and Pak Tai are better cross-shops if the priority is a clearer local dining brief, while Dining on the Rocks makes more sense for travelers who want the meal to feel tied to the island setting.
The Ranch is the clearer splurge comparator because its steakhouse format and ฿฿฿฿ tier set expectations before booking. Dining on the Rocks is harder to judge on pure value because confirmed pricing and cuisine details are not listed, so book it for the overall experience rather than a tightly defined food category.
For easier, lower-pressure alternatives, compare Sea Breeze Grill and Sea Salt. They read as safer fallback choices for a relaxed island meal, while Dining on the Rocks is the more occasion-led pick when the view and setting are central to the night.
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Compare Dining on the Rocks
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dining on the Rocks | Koh Samui | No published awards | ||
| Baan Talat | Koh Samui | No published awards | ||
| Sea Breeze Grill | Koh Samui | No published awards | ||
| The Ranch | Koh Samui | Steakhouse | ฿฿฿฿ | 2026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
| Pak Tai | Koh Samui | No published awards | ||
| Sea Salt | Koh Samui | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Dining on the Rocks?
The dress code is smart casual. Choose clothing that fits a smart-casual setting.
What are alternatives to Dining on the Rocks?
Use Baan Talat, Sea Breeze Grill, The Ranch, Pak Tai, and Sea Salt as natural comparison points when deciding where to dine.
Can I eat at the bar at Dining on the Rocks?
Bar seating or a bar dining setup is unclear. If that matters, confirm directly with Dining on the Rocks before you go, or compare with Sea Breeze Grill or Sea Salt while checking their current arrangements as well.
