Kapi Sator

I enjoyed it and I would come back. However I just don't understand why it's rated for a Bib Gourmand. The food was good but not Michelin level. And in terms of value, I think it is good value but there are many restaurants in Bangkok with a similar value proposition. So I recommend the restaurant but not for the Michelin level.

I'm not usually a big fan of Thai cuisine, but this place really impressed me! The friendly staff, their ability to accommodate everyone's needs without losing that authentic touch, and the delicious—almost “insightful”—food all made for an exceptional experience. We ordered a few dishes, and they were all 5-star! My favorites were the morning glory with anchovies, the squid in coconut milk, and the starter น้ำพริกกะปิกุ้งสด (I hope I got that right). Each dish was absolutely packed with flavor! Well done, team!

The food was ok but we hoped the food would taste more. The scallops were not good and I whould not recommend them. The Wagyu Beef Curry was really tasty and the last shrimp dish was to spicy and we really like spicy food but it was a bit much.

Southern style Thai food. Good quality and presentation. A little bit too spicy for foreigners but for Thai is aroi!!!

Southern Food with Disappointment Due to Hygiene Issue We visited this Southern food restaurant with high expectations, as the dishes looked promising. The food itself was good, but for some reason, the flavors weren’t as strong as we expected. It felt like they might have toned it down to suit a wider range of palates, especially with the influx of foreigners. However, the experience took a turn when I found hair on my Squid plate, which completely ruined the meal for us. It was a shocking hygiene issue that we couldn’t overlook. While we were disappointed, we did appreciate the LGBT staff member who came to apologize. The restaurant also offered a 10% discount but it didn’t quite make up for the unpleasant incident.

I struggle to see how this place ended up on Michelin’s bib gourmand. It did seem a bit like a tourist’s trap. I’m disappointed Michelin didn’t do a better job vetting the place. The food was fine but nothing exceptional for a large premium in price. The lobster was comparable in price to what you pay in the US, but nothing special. We spent $120 USD for 2 people. We also ordered the lobster with salt and pepper but got something entirely different. I recommend going to any other Thai places along the street. Much better food there including sea food.

My experience at this restaurant fell short of expectations. Despite making a reservation in advance for 7 guests, no seafood was available. Additionally, the timing of the dishes was poorly managed—some guests waited 30 minutes longer for their meals while others had already finished eating. The server seemed untrained, struggling with tasks like distributing menus and taking orders accurately. That said, the food itself had its highlights. My massaman curry was delicious with a generous portion size, and the oysters and pad krapao were also excellent. However, it was disappointing that half of our table received noticeably small portions, even after ordering 2-3 dishes each, leaving some guests hungry. Overall, while the restaurant had a pleasant ambiance, the inconsistencies in service and portion sizes, combined with the high prices and its Michelin Bib Gourmand status, make it hard for me to recommend this as a must-visit.

Kapi Sator in Koh Samui is a standout Bib Gourmand restaurant featured in the Michelin Guide. It specializes in authentic Southern Thai cuisine prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Guests praise its balance of flavors and commitment to seasonal dishes, creating a true taste of the region. The atmosphere is welcoming and unpretentious, aligning with its focus on family-style dining traditions.