Sandal by João Costa
Mediterranean by the shore
Set along Chaweng Beach at Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort, Sandal by João Costa is an al fresco beachfront Mediterranean restaurant overlooking the waters towards Ko Mat Lang. Open from day to dusk, it is shaped by sea breeze, open skies and a relaxed rhythm of long lunches, sunset cocktails and unhurried dinners by the sea.
With sand underfoot and the soft cadence of the waves, Sandal feels effortlessly easy from the moment you arrive. As golden hour draws in, happy hour and live entertainment lend the shoreline a quietly festive mood, inviting guests to linger a little longer.
With sand underfoot and the soft cadence of the waves, Sandal feels effortlessly easy from the moment you arrive. As golden hour draws in, happy hour and live entertainment lend the shoreline a quietly festive mood, inviting guests to linger a little longer.
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Anantara Lawana Koh Samui Resort
92/1, Moo 2, Bophut 84320 Thailand
Excellent
2,581
Very Good
709
Average
200
Poor
102
Terrible
73
10/10 for all the boxes
2026-10-25
2026-10-25
I am very much impressed with the hotel. Superb in all respects, from room, facilities to food and staff. Location is also perfect. Not far from the airport but still able to enjoy peace and privacy.
I spent 5 days at Anantara Lawana on my own, and it was such a wonderful experience
2026-10-25
2026-10-25
I spent 5 days at Anantara Lawana on my own, and it was such a wonderful experience! The resort was beautiful, the service was exceptional, and the team made me feel so welcome throughout my stay. A special mention to Mhee, the Muay Thai boxing trainer, who made my first experience absolutely unforgettable — honestly, one of the best experiences ever! 🥊 Also, a big thank you to Cookie and Joy from the front-of-house team for being so amazing, as well as the wonderful housekeeping team and the breakfast team, whose names I unfortunately didn’t catch. Thank you for making my solo stay so special. I would happily return! ❤️
DETAILS
Coastal plates and sunset pours
Opening Hours
- 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
- Happy Hour: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Menu highlights
From the Kitchen
Chef João Costa’s menu reflects the Mediterranean coast he grew up with: fresh fish, generous seafood and simple, confident flavours that do not overwhelm the ingredient. Highlights include Gambas al Ajillo, Phuket Lobster Ceviche, Seafood Rice, Oven-Baked Octopus “Lagareiro”, Grilled Phuket Lobster and Seafood Linguini - dishes shaped by olive oil, citrus, fire and the natural sweetness of the sea.
From the bar
As the light softens, Sandal becomes one of the most inviting settings for happy hour in Koh Samui. Signature serves such as the Sandal G&T, Cha Cha & Chill and Lawana Sangria sit alongside Mediterranean classics including the Aperol Spritz, Limoncello Spritz, Negroni and Hugo, all designed for slow sunset moments by the shore.
