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Phuket Restaurants: where and what to eat in Phuket

Phuket restaurants serve all kinds of cuisine but finding real Thai food can be a little challenging. The large majority of the restaurants in the island’s tourist areas, such as Patong Beach, Kata or Karon, have been adjusting their tastes to accommodate first-timers. You probably would never see Thai people eating in those places, and it’s usually a sign. Real Thai food is often found in more modest areas of Phuket, and we list some great Local Thai Restaurants here. Phuket Seafood is also famous, and you should try the real thing without paying a fortune by checking out our Best Local Seafood Restaurants list.

The Cove

The Cove is the signature all-day dining restaurant at Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket, offering a wide selection of international and modern Thai cuisine in a relaxed seaside setting

WHY NOT Restaurant

Why Not restaurant at Jungceylon shopping mall in Patong Beach is the kind of place you notice straight away, its bright colours, playful lights, and mix of floral and brick details make it stand out from the other restaurants in the area.

The Local Landing Cafe

The Local Landing Café is a cosy spot near the water at Chalong Pier in the south of Phuket, where good food meets a welcoming atmosphere. The cafe may be small, but they serve up big flavours, focusing on fresh, healthy ingredients and a relaxed setting where everyone feels at home.

Kanta Phuket Restaurant

Kanta Phuket is a new restaurant serving Modern Peranakan Cuisine at The Memory at On On Hotel on Phang Nga Road, in the heart of Old Phuket Town, an area already known for its colourful Sino-Portuguese shophouses and lively street art.

Jok Samui Restaurant

Jok Samui Restaurant sits near the Jui Tui Temple intersection where Ranong Road meets Pattiphat Road in Phuket Town. The small shophouse is old and packed with character. Faded green tiles, humming ceiling fans, and two stainless steel tables set the scene for bowls of comfort that draw a crowd each night.

Somsak Pu Ob

Somsak Pu Ob is a legendary street food restaurant in Thonburi, Bangkok. It’s known for its signature Pu and Goong Ob Woon Sen, which is glass noodles with either prawn or crab. They have 2 branches, walking distance apart, so if one’s busy, you can just take a 5-minute walk to the other branch

Huen Phen

Post Views: 1,799 A local favourite for northern Thai food and Khao Soi Huen Phen is one of those places that feels like it’s been… Read More »Huen Phen

The House by Ginger Restaurant

The House by Ginger sits on Moonmuang Road on the edge of Chiang Mai’s Old City, housed in a Thai National Heritage mansion dating from 1937, located just 10 10-minute walk from the Old City.

The Good View

The Good View is a long-established restaurant on the riverside bank, and many locals come here for dinner. The view is not fantastic, but the atmosphere with live music is fun and very casual, plus the local dishes are good and not expensive

Kiti Panit Restaurant

Kiti Panit is a superbly renovated old Chiang Mai shop converted into an excellent restaurant. The building was abandoned for a very long time and in relatively poor condition when one of the young family members decided to return it to its former glory and turn it into an elegant but casual restaurant

Rong Kopi Restaurant

Rong Kopi (โรงโกปี๊) is a small, always-busy restaurant tucked beside the Jui Tui Shrine in Phuket Town. It’s the kind of place you might walk past if you’re not paying attention—but once you step inside, it’s hard to forget.

Drawing Room Coffee and Gallery

Drawing Room Coffee and Gallery is one of those places you probably wouldn’t notice, on the corner of Phang Nga Road, just a short walk from the famous On On Hotel in Old Phuket Town.

Khaotha Cafe Phuket

Khaotha Cafe is one of those places that’s easy to miss but worth finding. It’s on Ranong Road, just next to the central market in Phuket Town — not far from where the old blue songtaew buses line up to take you to the beaches.

Elysium Café & Bathhouse

Elysium Café & Bathhouse is a relaxed, welcoming spot in Rawai serving quality coffee, healthy food, and house-made desserts. The café features air-conditioned indoor seating and breezy garden views, perfect for working, meeting friends, or enjoying a quiet moment.

Waankarn Restaurant Khao Lak

Nestled in the heart of Khao Lak, Waankarn is a culinary gem that seamlessly blends the rich flavors of Southern Thai cuisine with modern architectural elegance.

Mizu Teppanyaki

Awarded the Restaurant Guru 2025 Recommendation and recognized as a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice, Mizu delivers an award-winning dining experience where culinary mastery and flair convene.

Beerfest Restaurant Brewery in Phuket Town

Beerfest Restaurant and Brewery

Beerfest Restaurant and Craft Beer Brewery on the outskirts of Phuket Town (near Central Phuket)is a spacious yet cosy venue that offers a unique dining and drinking experience.

Barra Cuda Beach Club Phuket

Barra Cuda Beach Club Phuket is the newest addition to Patong’s growing beach club scene, and maybe the best-looking one so far. It just opened on the sand next to the Impiana Hotel, not far from Bangla Walking Street

Roti Taew Nam

Roti Taew Nam is one of those rare places in Phuket Town that never seems to change. Set right at the entrance of the Sunday Walking Street Market on Thalang Road, this tiny shop has been around for more than 70 years—and it feels like time stood still inside.

Ekachai Kai Ob Restaurant

Ekachai Kai Ob is the kind of local restaurant people often recommend when you ask where to find good Thai food in Phuket Town. Located right along a busy roadside, it might not look like much from the outside, but the tables are always full by dinner time.

Benjarong Restaurant – Baan Dusit Thani

Post Views: 1,624 Benjarong Restaurant at Baan Dusit Thani Benjarong is a Thai restaurant inside Baan Dusit Thani, an old white house with a large… Read More »Benjarong Restaurant – Baan Dusit Thani

Be My Guest Restaurant

Discover Be My Guest restaurant Bangkok, a small riverside hideaway tucked between IconSiam and Millennium Hilton. Enjoy authentic Thai food with beautiful river views.

Ciao Pizza and Grill at Thavorn Palm Beach Resort on Karon Beach

Ciao Pizza and Grill in Karon Beach

Ciao Pizza and Grill is a casual and easy-going restaurant right across the street from Karon Beach, part of Thavorn Palm Beach Resort. Even though it’s inside a hotel, the prices are surprisingly reasonable, which is rare for resort dining in Phuket

LAKU Beach Club

LAKU Beach Club is one of the newest reasons to hop over to Koh Maphrao, just off the east coast of Phuket. It’s part of the Barcelo Coconut Island resort, but you don’t need to stay overnight to enjoy it

Khaithong Restaurant - A Thai Restaurant at Central Phuket

Kaithong Restaurant

Kaithong Restaurant at Central Festival Phuket (Floresta Wing) is one of those places that often gets missed, which is surprising considering how good the food is.

DOXA Skybar

Suspended above the Andaman Sea, DOXA Skybar is a sleek architectural masterpiece that feels as if it’s floating in the sky. Located on the second floor of Fira Phuket and accessible via a striking skywalk, DOXA’s panoramic views make it one of Phuket’s premier sunset destinations.

Kipo Restaurant

Located on the second floor of Fira Phuket, Kipo Restaurant offers a dining experience that blends Spanish-inspired flavours with a contemporary twist. Helmed by Executive Chef Ramon Verano, the menu showcases the freshest local ingredients in bold, inventive dishes.

Krua Praya Phuket

Krua Praya Phuket Restaurant is a hidden gem that offers an authentic Southern Thai dining experience. Nestled in a beautiful garden setting under the shade of small trees, this restaurant provides a casual yet charming open-air atmosphere.

Banthat Thong Road

Banthat Thong Road is the place to be if you are looking for a trendy and lively neighbourhood filled with delicious street food and restaurants. It is located between Hua Lamphong Station and Siam.

Saneha Steakhouse & Thai Food

Saneha is a popular steakhouse and Thai restaurant located in the heart of Karon Beach. With 35 years of experience in the restaurant business, their best chefs spend 2 years designing a new menu at Pacific Club Resort, their nearby sister property.

Menya Itto

Menya Itto, located on the third floor of Gaysorn Village in Bangkok, is a famous ramen shop that originated in Tokyo. Indeed, coming from Tokyo, it has been prized over the years for being Japan’s top-rated ramen restaurant on Tabelog.com. This restaurant is famous for its tsukemen, in which they pair homemade noodles with rich broth. The restaurant is decorated with a base of light wood, giving it a clean aesthetic and minimalist feel, which offers an experience of true Japanese dining.

Koh Yao Noi Restaurants

There are many restaurants in Koh Yao Noi, and you will easily find a good choice along the coast and inland. Most restaurants serve Thai food, and some are run by expats, serving Western and Italian food.

Pyramid Restaurant

Pyramid Restaurant offers a diverse menu featuring international and Thai cuisine. Diners have the option to enjoy their meals directly on the beach, providing a unique seaside experience

Rong Na Cafe and Restaurant

Rong Na Cafe and Restaurant in Koh Yao Noi offers a unique dining experience surrounded by scenic rice fields. The menu includes a mix of Thai and Western dishes, served with views of lush paddies and grazing water buffalo

Cafe Kantary

Café Kantary from Cape Kantary Hotel is a small and cosy coffee shop near the sea. As you explore the island, you can stop for a sweet treat with tea, coffee or a smoothie and cool down in the air-conditioned room.

Pradu Seafood

Pradu Seafood is another excellent local Thai restaurant next to Tha Ton Do Seafood. The restaurant is divided into two open-air rooms, and the setting is casual and easygoing

Tha Ton Do Seafood

Tha Ton Do Seafood is a lovely local restaurant entirely made of wood and built on stilts in the middle of the mangrove

Arunwan, a Michelin Noodle Soup Restaurant in Ekkamai Bangkok

Arunwan Restaurant

Arunwan Restaurant in Ekkamai, Bangkok, has been serving outstanding noodle soup since 1963. Despite relocating four times within the same area, loyal customers continue to follow them for their consistently delicious dishes.

Cafe Phuket Viewpoint Video 🎬

Cafe Phuket Viewpoint is a hard-to-spot Instagram gem hidden on the curvy roadside that connects Patong Beach to Kamala Beach. The place has been around for a long time, carried different names, and never really was popular until someone realized that Instagram was an irresistible magnet for the young generation.

Bistro Grill & Bar at Central Karon Resort

Discover a world of flavours at Bistro Grill & Bar at Central Karon Resort, your all-day dining destination. Indulge in a tantalising fusion of international and Thai cuisine, from our stunning breakfast buffet to diverse lunch and dinner options.

Escape Pool Club at Central Karon Resort

Discover the ultimate poolside experience at Escape Pool Club at Central Kron Resort, where the grill is always sizzling, and the fun never stops! Indulge in a variety of flavourful dishes while enjoying a lively atmosphere packed with themed pool parties and interactive activities.

GoodBar Bar & Cafe in Kata Beach, Phuket

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