Praitalay Seafood Koh Samed

If you’re staying near Sai Kaew Beach and want easy, no-fuss seafood with your toes in the sand, Praitalay Seafood is the move. It sits right on the main strand, a short stroll south of Na Dan Pier, with tables spilling onto the beach and the sound of longtails humming in the background. Come early evening and you’ll catch that soft Samet light, a cold Singha sweating on the table while the grill kicks out the first plates of the night. The menu leans classic Thai seaside: garlic‑pepper squid, wok‑hot morning glory, tom yum with mixed seafood, and whole fish fried crisp or steamed with lime and chili. Portions are generous, spice levels are honest, and staff are happy to tune the heat if you ask. It’s the kind of place where you point at the sea and order what suits the mood—rice, a couple of dishes to share, fresh fruit shakes for the non‑drinkers, beers for the rest. Mornings start early here, so it’s a handy breakfast-and-lunch option before you drift off to the sand. Dinner is when it hums, especially on weekends when Bangkok crowd rolls in. If you’re planning to watch the fire show over at Ploy Talay, eat here first, then wander up the beach. Prices are fair for the island, service is brisk, and the vibe is exactly what you came to Koh Samet for: salty air, bare feet, full plates.