Saffron at Banyan Tree Samui earns MICHELIN recognition for 2025

Saffron, the fine-dining jewel of Banyan Tree Samui, has been named in the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2025, joining a list of acclaimed restaurants on the tropical island. Known for its innovative take on traditional Thai cuisine, Saffron combines culinary artistry with a serene hillside setting offering breathtaking views of the Gulf of Thailand.

The restaurant delights guests with specialities like Khong Wang Ruam—an appetiser duo featuring prawn rice noodle wraps, chicken satay, and pomelo salad—and the zesty Pu Nim Thod Yum Lychee, a soft-shell crab dish with lychee salad and spicy passion fruit dressing. One feature of Saffron’s Chef’s Table evenings is where chefs guide diners through traditional Thai cooking techniques, including the preparation of the iconic Tom Yum Koong soup. Guests also enjoy pairings with Thailand’s celebrated Monsoon Valley wines.