Pen Wholesale Supermarket

On Koh Tao, when you need more than a 7‑Eleven top-up, head to Pen Wholesale Supermarket on Mae Haad’s main road, right by Pods. It’s the island’s go-to for a proper shop: crates of fresh fruit and veg stacked by the entrance, shelves of Thai staples and import treats, and all the practical bits you forgot you’d need once the sand gets everywhere. You’ll find toiletries and sunscreen, cleaning supplies, light hardware and homeware, pet food, tobacco and a solid alcohol section for sunset mixers. Prices beat the convenience stores, especially on bulk water, snacks and pantry items, so it’s where dive pros and long-stayers stock up between runs to Sairee. It’s an easy stop if you’re staying near the pier — grab what you need and be back on the scooter in minutes. Open daily from 8:30am to 8pm, it’s reliable for a late-afternoon restock after a dive or boat trip. If you’re cooking at your bungalow, start here; if you’re just passing through Mae Haad, it’s the place to grab fruit for the ferry and a couple of cold drinks without paying beach prices.