Emporio Caffé

Omg. Best Italian food we have had in 2 months travelling. And the chef / owner is actually Italian (which is when you know it’s good). We both went for Arrabbiata and it’s one of the nicest I’ve ever had (and I’ve had a few)! The garlic bread was also to die for, the bread was freshly homemade bread. It is more than some other local Thai restaurants but you get that with all western food. This one wasn’t really expensive and 10/10 would recommend!

So yeah, as expected from the reviews the food was really good. We ordered Carbonara and the special Bruschetta with buffalo mozzarella. The Carbonara was very rich with lovely flavour from the guanciale and the creamy sauce and parmesan. The bruschetta was divine, packed with so much flavour and crunchiness of the beautiful bread, just perfect. Both dishes were working very well together as of the richness of the pasta dish and the freshness of the bruschetta. Absolutely beautiful. Service was also great, very polite staff, very sweet. Definitely worth trying and give it a go.

A Taste of Italy in Lamai – Unmissable! During our one-week stay in Lamai, we found ourselves returning to Emporio Caffé Samui three times – that alone should speak volumes. This charming little spot instantly transported us to Italy with its warm ambiance and truly authentic flavors. I had the Carbonara twice – it was so good I couldn’t resist a repeat – and the Amatriciana, which was just as delicious. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces rich and flavorful, and everything had that homemade Italian touch that’s so hard to find. My husband tried the Lasagna, which he absolutely loved, and the Antipasto misto, a beautiful, well-balanced starter full of quality ingredients. To finish, I had an affogato, and it was the perfect way to end the meal – simple, bold, and authentically Italian. Chef Alessandro clearly pours his heart into every dish, and the hospitality matched the food – warm, personal, and passionate. If you’re in Koh Samui and craving real Italian cuisine, Emporio Caffé is a must. We’ll be dreaming of it until our next visit!