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Restaurant Scams in Koh Samui, Thailand
Inflated bills, hidden charges, tourist menus, and food service tricks. Below are the restaurant scams scams reported in Koh Samui — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Luang Prabang, Hoi An, and Phnom Penh.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Restaurant Scams Scams
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Total in Koh Samui
How it works
Beach shack restaurants near Chaweng fail to show menus with prices or add hidden charges like inflated service fees (30-50%) or non-negotiable resort fees. Some add items never ordered or charge premium prices for basic dishes that cost half elsewhere on the island.
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10 total warnings across all categories