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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.


Azzurro Thailand - Italian Restaurant at Central Phuket

Azzurro Ristorante

    Azzurro Ristorante at Central Phuket is a casual Italian restaurant located on the first floor of the Festival side of the mall. It’s a convenient stop for shoppers looking for pasta, pizza, and a mix of Italian favourites.

    Rak Khun Bar above Kata Noi Beach

    Rak Khun Bar

      Rak Khun Bar is quite a new panoramic bar set above Kata Noi Beach, a bit simpler and relaxed than its fancy neighbours like Fira, The Sundeck, and the long-established After Beach Bar, which often draw bigger crowds and louder music.

      Mee Ko Lan Restaurant in Phuket Town

      Mee Ko Lan

        Mee Ko Lan, originally called Mee Lok Tien, is a legendary noodle shop in Phuket that’s been open for more than 100 years. The story of these noodles began with Ko Lan’s teacher, a Cantonese immigrant who settled in Phuket.

        TOH DAENG at Phuket Old Town

        TOH DAENG at Phuket Old Town

          Toh Daeng at Phuket Old Town is the new sister restaurant of the main Toh Daeng, which sits inside the heritage Baan Ar Jor mansion up at Mai Khao Beach. The restaurant stands out in that same dark red tone as the original, with matching red tables, no surprise since “Toh Daeng” means “Red Table.”

          Kluay Mai Thai Restaurant Phuket

          Kluay Mai Thai Restaurant

            We heard about Kluay Mai Thai from local chefs and Michelin‑starred friends, so we booked, pre‑ordered, and drove to Chalong. The GPS ended in a quiet lane where a small Thai house sat behind trees.

            Mee Hokkien Noodles in Phuket

            Best Hokkien Noodle Restaurants in Phuket

              Phuket Town’s Hokkien noodles are a simple way to taste the island’s Peranakan roots. We’re talking thick yellow egg noodles, stir‑fried fast in a hot wok with seafood or pork, leafy greens, soy sauces, and a little stock for a glossy finish.

              Kor Ra Kang Restaurant and Cafe in Phuket Old Town

              Kor Ra Kang Cafe Phuket Old Town

                Step inside Kor Ra Kang on Thalang Road, a massive pink-flower café in Phuket Old Town. Great for photos, mixed food reviews, and iconic selfie spots.

                Ko Tee Sangkasi Restaurant

                Ko Tee Sangkasi Restaurant

                  Ko Tee Sangkasi, listed in the Michelin Guide for Phuket, is a small restaurant on the outskirts of Phuket Town. The place has a red‑brown zinc roof, plastic chairs, and Pepsi‑Cola table covers, as is often the case in local restaurants. It’s always busy because the food is simple and really good.

                  Where do Michelin Chefs Eat When in Phuket?

                  Where do Michelin Chefs Eat When in Phuket?

                    For more than 30 years, we have been lucky to call Thailand home, and our passion for food has taken us everywhere—from the simple street stalls in Phuket Town to fine dining addresses run by Michelin-star chefs in Bangkok.

                    TRIBE Phuket Patong

                    3 Uncles & A Barman at TRIBE Phuket Patong

                      In the heart of Patong, 3 Uncles & A Barman is the kind of place you stumble into for lunch and end up staying past sunset. Part restaurant, part bar, part social hangout, it brings together three cuisines, one open kitchen, and a social island bar.

                      Baan Khao Soi in Kata Beach

                      Baan Khao Soi

                        Baan Khao Soi is a small restaurant, newly opened in Kata, committed to delivering across Phuket, authentic Northern Thai Food, including the now famous Khao soi soup, a Thai northern dish with noodles and coconut broth.

                        The Cove in Centara Grand Beach Resort Phuket in Karon Beach

                        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 at Jungceylon Phuket

                          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 in Chalong, Phuket

                            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 at On On Hotel in Old Phuket Town

                              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 in Phuket Town

                                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, Michelin Restaurant in Thonburi

                                  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 in Chiang Mai

                                    Huen Phen

                                      Post Views: 1,753 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 in Chiang Mai

                                      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 in Chiang Mai

                                        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