A well-established paradise tucked away on the beautiful Choeng Mon Beach is an understated gem. A haven of tranquillity, serving sublime food, matched with some of the best service found on the island. The restaurant is located in the serene 5 star resort – Sala Samui Choengmon Beach. Choose to dine in the gorgeous open-sided 36-seater restaurant building itself or on the surrounding decking under large parasols. 'Private tent' dining is also available on the beach with 24 hours' notice.

Alongside Chef Max, you'll find London trained executive chef David Lloyd. Together, this stellar duo heads the gastronomic kitchen here, producing everything in house from stocks and sauces to bakery and patisserie. The main restaurant serves a mix of modern European dishes (with the focus on Asian flavours), and exceptional traditional Thai cuisine.

Start the day with one of the best breakfasts on the island, from 7:00 am until 11:00 am. You'll find a large à la carte selection of delectable breakfast dishes from around the world, available alongside the famous buffet, with daily specials like Salt Beef Hash and Potato Rosti with Slow Poached Eggs draped in a Spiced Hollandaise, along with the healthy and revitalizing Chia Coconut Pudding with Mango and Passion Fruit. Inventive 'pass-around' treats circulate around 9.30 am or 10:00 am which guarantee to be delicious and innovative. There's also a Fresh Juice Bar and a Bloody Mary Bar open every morning, plus an extra treat of Prosecco every Sunday.

The lunch menu has a selection of stylish, modern dishes that pose a striking balance of flavour and visual impact. Lightness and freshness are key elements in this menu, with breezy beach side treats such as the Crab Apple; layers of fresh white crab salad and yuzu pickled apple, dressed with apple dashi and dusted with beet powder. There are modern and tasty dishes crafted around fresh seafood, such as Spicy Shrimp Tempura Bao, Sashimi Taquitos and Smoked Saku Tuna Tiradito. Plus an array of beautiful salads such as a stunning Italian Buratta and a Mango and Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Yam Thai.

Dinner slips into something even more sophisticated, with the white surfaces glowing in the twinkling candlelight, and the staff gliding gracefully through the dining room. There are some long standing favourites on the evening menu, like the grilled lamb chops, seafood and wagyu steak, but what really stands out are the refined main course plates with finely tuned sauces, such as the Sea Bass with Warm Potato, Pepper and Fennel Salad, served with a Pernod Butter Sauce.

Always leave room for dessert at Sala restaurant, where the experience pleasantly peaks. Do not miss 'The Lemon', Chef David's playful twist on a lemon meringue pie, reducing the excessive sugary doughy-ness of the classic, and re-inventing it with a skilfully refined surprise.

Sala hosts a very popular 'Thai night' with live music, Thai dancing and a spectacular fire show every Thursday, a gourmet Grill on Mondays and Beach Dining on Wednesdays and Fridays.

The kitchen's open from 7:00 am - 11:00 pm.
For reservations and further information, telephone 0 7724 5888.