The short answer
Noodles Now: what visitors should know first
Visit it for a fully vegan noodle meal in Bophut. The space is small and the street outside can be noisy, so go prepared for that.
Diet
What we checked
- Vegan. The whole menu has no dairy, egg or honey. Checked November 2026 · Source
Menus and kitchens change. If you follow a strict diet or have an allergy, confirm with the restaurant before you order.
Useful facts
Noodles Now facts at a glance
- Location
- Bophut, Koh Samui
- Dining style
- Small vegan restaurant, bar and shop
- Price signal
- Described as reasonable; no figures
- Signature order
- Try: noodle soup with homemade noodles
- Good for
- Vegan meals
Why it matters
Why Noodles Now is worth your time
Vegan travellers on a Thai island are often limited to salads and fruit. A restaurant that reports an entirely vegan menu, built around noodle soup, gives them a full hot meal, which is especially welcome in the evening.
Being small, it works for couples or small families better than for large groups. The review also warns of noise from the street, which matters for older diners. Details come from a guide and a directory, so check the menu in person.
Highlights
What not to miss
- 01
Fully vegan menu
The guide says everything is vegan.
- 02
Homemade noodles
Noodle soups are the highlight.
- 03
Gluten-free options
The menu includes gluten-free choices.
Plan your visit
How to experience it
Noodles Now is described by a vegetarian dinner guide as a restaurant, bar and shop in which everything on the menu is vegan, with gluten-free options. HappyCow also lists it as vegan in Bophut. It is not a strict-Jain listing, and the sources do not mention onion or garlic.
The dish the guide highlights is noodle soup made with homemade noodles. The space is small with an open kitchen, and the guide also mentions board games, plus cocktails and beer. Prices are described as reasonable for the quality, without figures.
For a family, arrive a little before peak meal times so you can get a table together, and expect street noise. Ask about spice levels and any ingredients you avoid. Confirm opening hours on the day before travelling to Bophut.
Plan with confidence
Small checks that make a better meal.
- Confirm opening hours
- Arrive before peak times
- Expect street noise
- Ask about ingredients you avoid
Know before you go
Timing, access and comfort
- Area
- Bophut, north Koh Samui
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Lunch or dinner
- Walking level
- Easy
- Senior comfort
- A small space with an open kitchen, so seating is limited and the street can be noisy. Ask about steps and quiet tables if a relative needs them.
- Tickets and access
- Walk-in; for a group, call ahead if possible. Hours were not published, so confirm on the day.
Best for
Plan it with
Plan the practical part
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Travelling with parents?
A small space with an open kitchen, so seating is limited and the street can be noisy. Ask about steps and quiet tables if a relative needs them.
Raahzo can arrange an arrival or day companion who handles tickets, queues and pacing, and keeps the family updated.
See concierge supportFAQs
Is it entirely vegan?
The guide says everything on the menu is vegan, and HappyCow lists it as vegan.
Is it quiet?
The guide says the street outside can be noisy.
Is it Jain?
Not stated; ask about onion and garlic.
Sources and further reading
Timings, fees and access rules change. Recheck with the official source before you travel.
