Vegan
International
Beer/Wine
Asian
Fusion
Sicilian
Plant-based restaurant in Koh Samui located at Kapuhala Boutique Wellness Resort. Halapua serves plant-based Sicilian-Asian set menu, inspired by the story of two islands, Koh Samui and Sicily, both home to Kapuhala. All dishes are made with locally sourced ingredients using Sicilian recipes. The menu changes frequently, based on the season and produce availability. Open Tue-Sun 11:30am-7:00pm. Closed Mon.
92 Reviews
First Review by truead
veganAroundTheWorld
Points +79
+++ - Edit
very Nice food and drinks
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-05-17
Guest
Emsee
Points +286
The best in the world! - Edit
I am blown away by the quality and excellence of this place! It’s not only the best in Samui, Thailand or even Asia, but the best in the WORLD!
Read morePros: Huge selection, Reasonable prices, World class service and vibe
Cons: Not enough customers!
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BryonyJane
Points +76
Incredible - Edit
Food on offer here is amazing. So fresh and with a real focus on sustainability. The chef has created some amazing dishes and is so passionate about good vegan food. The service from the staff is amazing too. We would recommend staying there too, especially in their tented villa
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kertang
Points +154
Exceptional food, drinks and service - Edit
I think this is the best place I've ever stayed. Beautiful views and the most exceptional food ever! Highly recommend the bacon and gouda cheeseburger and all of the cocktails 🍹 🍔 Recommend to everybody😄✨✨✨
Read morePros: Exceptional atmosphere, Exceptional food, Exceptional cocktails
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Cynthia_vegana
Points +119
Healthy vegan food and lovely staff. - Edit
Entirely vegan, following the #TheGameChangers plant based diet for elite athletes. Super healthy tasty food with plenty of options and desserts.
Read moreStaff was really friendly and the location is incredible... Stunning views!
Cons: A bit expensive but worth it, really filling food.
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MikaYogini
Points +56
super delicious - Edit
the food is amazing ! Definetly worth a visit ✨✨✨✨
Read morePros: the view , the plant based food , the pool use
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AlessioPerrone
Points +18
Great Resort - Edit
Fantastic resort in Koh Samui. We have to come back again. The Halapua restaurant is chic and has a good list of dishes. The cocktails are delicious! Heaven!
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SophieKrøll
Points +23
Amazing!! - Edit
Beautiful and delicious food!! - and wine!! 💚
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NoraStoppelenburg
Points +17
Highly recommend!!! - Edit
We had the best vegan burger ever and the environment with the botanical garden was amazing. Staff was super friendly!! Every morning we were so excited of the lovely breakfast they served..!! We miss the food..!!
Read morePros: Awesome food, very friendly staff, Nice vibe
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GiadaRox
Points +63
Summer Nights Dream - Edit
This is the best vegan restaurant i have ever been at. The place is super amazing and decorated with good style. You also have an amazing view. But let’s talk about the food. There are not enough words to describe the deliciousness of every dish. The dishes are very sophisticated in taste and presentation. Everything they cook and serve comes from the own little farm of the resort or shipped from Italy like the saffron! We had an amazing experience. If you’re lucky, you’ll find Stefano -the owner of the restaurant, who will take time and explain every dish with a lot of passion. I can’t wait to come back !!!!!
Read morePros: fine dining , Many vegan options , Organic and tasty
Cons: Absolute no cons !
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Paxy
Points +8
Gorgeous setting and delicious food - Edit
We visited Halapua by Kapuhala for lunch recently and were so impressed. The setting is beautiful, with tables located next to the stunning infinity pool with sweeping views over the sea.
Read moreThe menu was creative and we enjoyed the diverse range of dishes - none of us are vegan but the food was tasty and filling. Attentive service and a really stylish setting. Evident how much time, love and care has gone in to designing the restaurant as well as the small resort that it serves. We loved seeing the gardens that supply fresh vegetables and herbs for the kitchen and generally enjoyed a casual, relaxed lunch. Will definitely return!
Pros: Excellent food, Gorgeous setting, Sea views
Guest
PrempanPremlek
Points +25
Beautiful view, great services and - Edit
The location is very easy to access both car and motorbike, I was there in my own car several times and driving to this place is very easy. They also provide pickup services but you have to park your vehicle in the parking spot of Kapuhala and call them for the pickup I'm gonna try to call for this pickup service next time.
Read moreStaff here really give a good service and made me feel special, on the 3rd times of my visited one of them know exactly what kind of coffee that I always had, it just small details but they do remember which's made me very impressive.
We had eggplants and froisgrais. Unbeliveable that these meals made from plantbased because its tasted very delicious! Definitely come back more and more !
Updated from previous review on 2019-11-15
Pros: Stunning View, Fresh Ingredients , Delicious
Guest
PedroJ
Points +15
Great service, great food and we will be back again! - Edit
It was our first visit at Halapua and it was wonderful! The receptionist and waiter were both very helpful. As the others said the view was spectacular and we took so many photos 😃
Read moreThe food was delicious, we ordered three dishes for two people and we were so full. I love it particularly because it was all whole food so everything was nutritious and not over seasoned like in many other places. All in all we had a fantastic dining experience for vegans or not! Highly recommend.
Pros: High quality, Delicious food, Great service
Cons: Not on the main road
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DennisBaltz
Points +49
Best View Tasty food BUT SO EXPENSIVE - Edit
This Restaurant is absolutely awesome but only for those who can effort it... Dishes are around 500 baht wtf and our dish was not filling at all :/.
Read moreStill worth going there for the view.
Pros: Stunning view, Lovely food
Cons: EXPENSIVE
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MaissaGuermazi
Points +18
What a perfect surprise!! - Edit
I stay at villa nearby and looked for a restaurant and was 100% happy at Halapua. Amazing vegan lunch, friendly staff and nice music. The location and food is done with passion and love, you feel it already when you enter the place. I will definitely visit again to try some other dishes at dinner time and probably stay at one of their tents too.
Read morePros: Great food, Peaceful , Comfortable
Cons: None, None, None
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DamlaKyle
Points +30
Overwhelming !!! - Edit
First of all the restaurant was easy to find, only 3 min from lamai Beach away, it goes up to a hill, where you can see the sunrise and the beautiful jungle of koh samui, the air is so much better up there. We couldn't believe our eyes, even the entrance is so cool und you feel like you are in the jungle but still in a fancy restaurant, they have a big sportpool where you can swim. It was my birthday, so my husband and I wanted to try as much as we could. We had 4 cocktails, one was better than the other one, you can't even compare because every cocktail had a different taste, so good anyway. We had also 4 appetizers, you can see every meal in the pictures. The main course was not from this earth, it was overwhelming, the cook decorated the food so lovely, it was like art for me, but the highlight was for me the Ananas pudding, just WOW! All in all it was a food orgasm my taste buds had the best experience ever. They got an own farm plus a wintergarden, so almost every ingredient is from their own organic farm.
Read moreWe had also the honor to talk with the chef cook and the owner himself, they were so friendly and humble, the only reason why I would travel again to koh samui is Kapuhala. 🙌🏽😍
They got also a shuttle, which brings you down after the food if you need one. Thank you for the best birthday dinner of my life.
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ErikBohm
Points +16
Go! Just go and make sure you do not leave Samui without visiting. - Edit
Could. Not. Be. More. Impressed. With. This. Gem.
Read moreHalapua is heaven for anybody who loves good, nutritious food. The menu is fantastic, the service is excellent and the decorations very thoughtful. Could not think of a single improvement on this experience. My family and I stayed here and absolutely loved the entire experience. From the exercise facilities to the conversations with like-minded holiday-makers and of course the meals.
A must-visit is the rooftop bar where the mixologist will treat your tastebuds to a fantastic experience using local and superfood type ingredients for your fantastic cocktails/mocktails.
Pros: Sunsets are stunning, Menu is exquisite , Service is wonderful
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rohanglickman
Points +11
Amazing dinner - Edit
Incredible setting looking out over the ocean, with infinity pool right next to the restaurant and bar. Food was also amazing I've never experienced food presented so immaculately, and it all had just as impressive flavour. Would highly recommend for a special occasion or a last night of the holiday dinner!
Read morePros: All vegan food, setting, decor, views, staff
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SuzannevandeVenne
Points +20
Delicious food at a stunning location - Edit
My family and I spent the last 2 days at Kapuhala in Koh Samui.
Read moreThe food was truly amazing! It was so creative in the way they served it, the combinations and options we had.
The view while eating it was breath taking and the staff was super caring, friendly and professional.
We stayed in a tent, not just a tent but a luxurious tent, with an ocean view and a lot of space!
We also very much enjoyed our time in the gym and the yoga classes.
The surroundings are excellent for running too!
So all together a wonderful experience for us and our 2 kids (4 and 6). Thank you Kapuhala!!
Pros: Excellent food, Location, atmosphere
Cons: Many steps (as it is on a mountain), No access to ocean
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Passmsim
Points +33
Boutique resort and food experience - Edit
Both the Kapuhala resort and Halapua restaurant are immersive sensory experiences. The setting in the hills overlooking the sea is as stunning and relaxing as they come. The rooms are high quality with so every detail well thought out and the views are amazing. The gym is a fantastic open space where you can workout or enjoy a yoga session with an inspiring view. The food more than matches the setting with each dish taking you on a sensory journey. If you are planning to come to Koh Samui then I would highly recommend you unwind and recharge in this boutique paradise.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2020-02-16
Pros: Boutique experience , High quality , Amazing food
Cons: You may unwind to the point being horizontal
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WorldVeganTravel
Points +191
PROBABLY THE BEST FOOD ON KO SAMUI (VEGAN OR OTHERWISE). - Edit
As a long time vegan and someone who has been traveling on the Thailand islands for close to 20 years, I have come to expect very little when thinking about the food. While I was never going to starve (there was always fried rice or fruit or a Thai dish that could be easily veganised) it was always going to be a little repetitive (first world problems).
Read moreHowever, a stay at Kapuhala made me realize just how incredible vegan food can be on the islands of Thailand. This restaurant (also a 11 room hotel) is situated up the side of a hill with an incredible view overlooking the sea is a must-visit for just a meal or a drink if you are vegan or just someone looking to experience thoughtfully put together and innovative food options.
The restaurant and bar here is fully vegan and trying their best to make their food footprint as small as possible by using produce from their garden, reducing single-use plastics and paper as not having breakfast buffets to reduce food waste.
The food is priced and served in a way that is in keeping with the hotel. Expect very high quality, higher prices to a more hole in the wall establishment. I have to say that while I saw an opinion on a review that the portions were small, I respectfully disagree. The sizes were hearty and very satisfying.
The food features a vegan take on many dishes from all sorts of cuisines including Japanese, Italian, Tex Mex and so much more. Personally I loved the chef’s attempts at making delicious vegan cheeses (including delicious vegan queso which was on my hearty morning hash as well as their vegan cheese platter) and their menu items such as the chickpea pancake with mushrooms and kale.
I would recommend a visit for sure and while you might not take a vegan’s word when it comes to food I did overhear a non-vegan visitor compliment the chef and say that after the meal she had she had been researching and looking in eating more vegan food because her experience there was so delicious. She didn;t realise that vegan food could be so good.
The passion and enthusiasm by the whole Kapuhala team for this project is simply inspiring and you are sure to enjoy your experience whether for a stay or just for a meal or drink. Come for the food and stay for the view, hospitality and that incredible sea breeze.
Pros: Delicious and innovative food, Stunning view and it's quiet, Great service and vibe
Cons: Higher end prices - know before you go., Need transport to get there
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taylahendriks
Points +16
Best plant based meals I've eaten - Edit
Absolutely beautiful location, food and setting! The food was incredible (as well as presentation), all plant based but my meat eater husband loved it and we left very full! Would highly recommend. If taking a taxi best to tell them its up the mountain first, some not willing to drive up. Otherwise scooter/motorbike up is best. Well worth it!
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eric
Points +21348
Super inspiring hidden gem - Edit
I've been coming down to the islands for years and upon hearing about Kapuhala I knew I needed to check it out. Connecting with the owners and especially Stefano solidified the trip. I was really taken aback by the beauty of the place and that they've built such an amazing resort.
Read moreThe drinks and food were spectacular and made with such care. Presentation was well matched with flavors, both amazing! I especially liked that nothing was overly salty, and all seemed very healthy despite the fancy plating.
It's a place for a special occasions, and will be remembered forever. Hope to return someday soon!
Pros: Gourmet, Healthy options, Spectacular food
emmapike31
So glad you got to go visit this place and I agree it is amazing!
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Monto87
Points +6
Lovely dining experience - Edit
Lovely dinner with my wife and parents. I recommend arriving a bit earlier to enjoy both sunset sky sipping a cocktail on the rooftop bar (try the Sempreverde!) as well as the lushy green surroundings. The staff was kind and professional, we truly appreciated the introduction offered when each plate was being served. Everything we tried on the menu was presented impeccably, ingredients were fresh and light (several ones come directly from the restaurant’s farm, which is literally next to it!).
Read morePersonal favorites(see pics): Umi No Kinoko as starter (king oyster mushrooms) and Sushi as main (sweet potato sushi rice). Indulge with the chocolate cake for dessert, a classic Mediterranean dish with Modica dark chocolate and Bronte Pistachio!
Pros: Excellent food, Nice vibe, Friendly staff
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GameChangersclub
Points +37
Game Changers experience - Edit
I started my plant based journey after watching "the Game Changers" and since then I started exploring options for the best places to have plant based food. I found Kapuhala resort and Halapua restaurant while looking for a sustainable resort able to offer fitness experience and amazing plant based food. Fitness and plant-based together is a very narrow category but we found this place that has a real meaning. The idea is to combine plant-based gourmet food with a fitness concept. People can enjoy yoga, fitness class and be also pampered in one of the best amazing restourant and mixology lounge ever seen. The pool is 25meter and this make a whole difference if you want to have a decent swim. We went there twice in this holiday, first for a swimming session followed by an amazing lunch on the terrace. We had 2 wraps - the Korean Kimi wrap and the Mediterranean wrap. We also went for the famous cheese platter with 10 kinds of plant based cheeses. Went back at night for dinner and boom: setting changed into a high level gourmet restaurant. We had 2 starters, 2 mains and 1 dessert to share. My highlight was lentils in papaya and mushroom garden. Dessert was good but we didn't enjoy as much as we got full before. We doggie bagged and got it home: chocolate cake with a raspberry egg yolk. I can't wait to be back in Samui and the great the team that made these meals a real impact in our vegan journey.
Read morePros: Amazing food and ambience
Cons: May be fully booked at night, suggested reserve
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MariaConti
Points +8
Fantastic experience - Edit
I really loved the food @ Halapua. In all the dishes I have tried, all the ingredients have a reach taste separately but also match perfectly together. Try the eggplants, best for me:)
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DesireePin
Points +91
Delicious! - Edit
Fantastic vegan food. Highly recommended. 100% worth the price. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Professional vegan chef. Makes all the difference. We had a dip in the pool before our food arrived. Amazing view. Delicious food!! We had the vegan burger that was one of the best, if not the best, I’ve ever had. 3 non vegans also had the burgers and loved it. One even said that it was the best meal he had in Asia since arriving 4 months ago! We also had the jackfruit dish, the nachos, the Mediterranean wrap and the Korean Seitan dish. Everything was delicious! Unfortunately we didn’t have space to eat dessert. We had cocktails as well as a fruit shake with our meal. All professionally made. 100% the best vegan place in Koh Samui. Updated from previous review on 2020-01-03
Read morePros: Delicious food. , Friendly staff, View.
BrooklynRossini1362
thoughtful, fair, and helpful review
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