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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.


Coco Copper Bistro & Beach Bar in Patong Beach

Coco Copper Bistro & Beach Bar

    Coco Copper Bistro & Beach Bar is a well-loved spot on Patong Beach, with a large terrace that faces the beach across the street, offering a relaxed, beachside atmosphere.

    Lim lao Ngow x Cloud Dragon

    Lim Lao Ngow x Cloud Dragon

      Lim Lao Ngow x Cloud Dragon is a collaboration bringing together renowned fish ball noodle recipes from Lim Lao Ngow and a variety of Chinese dishes from Cloud Dragon.

      Maison Saigon

      Maison Saigon

        Vietnamese Restaurant in Velaa Maison Saigon at Velaa Sindhorn Village is one of our favorite Vietnamese restaurants in Langsuan Road, Bangkok. While their pho is… Read More »Maison Saigon

        El Gaucho at Velaa Sindhorn Village

        El Gaucho Langsuan

          El Gaucho is well known in Bangkok as the main restaurant in Sukhumvit, next to Terminal 21 Shopping Mall. This new branch has only one vast room because of the high price. The choice of cuts is immense and maybe a bit intimidating at first, so if you are unfamiliar, don’t start with the most expensive meats; it can build up very fast. Side dishes are also surprisingly expensive.

          shabu baru velaa

          Shabu Baru

            Shabu Baru is the latest restaurant in the village. It serves the ever-popular shabu in individual pots placed around a central counter instead of the usual central cooking pot shared by up to four guests

            Hoppe Coffee House at Velaa Sindhorn Village

            HOPPE Coffeehouse

              Hoppe looks like a coffee shop but is a small restaurant serving a mix of comfort food, Western and Thai. The food is very good and well-priced, and we order takeaway several times a week. There are only a few tables inside and three outside.

              petits plats velaa

              Petits Plats

                Petits Plats is a trendy French restaurant serving excellent cuisine for lunch and dinner. The facade seems small, but the restaurant is larger than it appears outside

                Barefoot Bistro on Freedom Beach in Phuket

                Barefoot Bistro

                  Barefoot Bistro is a relaxing and welcoming open-air restaurant located at the south end of Freedom Beach. The restaurant serves delicious locally-made hamburgers and some of the best Pad Thai on the island.

                  Vaso Spanish Tapas Bar

                  Vaso Spanish Tapas Bar

                    Vaso is a popular upmarket restaurant where customers sit around two central counters in two adjacent rooms to enjoy excellent tapas

                    Co Limited Restaurant at Velaa Bangkok

                    Co Limited

                      What to Do at Co Limited? Co Limited at Velaa Sindhorn on Langsuan Road is a casual Thai restaurant that perfectly balances authentic flavors with… Read More »Co Limited

                      Rongsi Potchana

                      Rongsi Potchana

                        Rongsi Potchana is, without a doubt, our favourite restaurant in Velaa. The food is excellent, the atmosphere lively, the service is fast, always friendly, and efficient, and the price is good considering how expensive everything is in this village

                        Kaif Restaurant Kathu

                        Kaif Restaurant

                          The restaurant at the “KAIF” complex offers a unique open-air dining experience with seating for up to 200 guests. Surrounded by a beautiful ambiance, it is an ideal spot for romantic dinners, family gatherings, or special events.

                          PRIME Restaurant at the Nai Harn in Phuket

                          PRIME Restaurant at The Nai Harn

                            PRIME, the exclusive dining destination perched above Rock Salt in Nai Harn Beach, has reopened its doors to delight discerning diners once again. With only 14 seats available, PRIME offers an intimate setting where culinary artistry meets breathtaking views of Nai Harn Bay’s glittering evening lights.

                            Mother Roaster Coffee Shop

                            Mother Roaster Talat Noi

                              Mother Roaster Talat Noi is a popular, trendy coffee shop hidden behind an unassuming facade covered with paintings and graffiti. What probably made the cafe so popular, beyond the pretty cafe and the talented baristas, is the fact that the coffee shop is on the second floor of a mechanic junkyard.

                              Reflections Rooftop Bar at The Nai Harn Phuket Resort

                              Reflections Rooftop Bar

                                Reflections Rooftop Bar at The Nai Harn Phuket offers stunning views over the scenic Nai Harn Bay and the iconic Windmill Hill.

                                Big Boys' Burger Club - Patong Beach

                                Big Boys’ Burger Club Patong Beach

                                  Big Boys’ Burger Club is a great addition to the vast dining scene of Patong Beach. Located in a lively walking alley facing the beach, this trendy spot has quickly become a favourite for locals and visitors.

                                  Malika Terrace and Sky Bar at Kalima Resort in Phuket

                                  Malika Sky Bar

                                    Malika Sky Bar is an unexpected gem at the popular Kalima Resort located between Patong Beach and Kamala Beach. The rooftop is surprisingly large and well-designed to accommodate visitors according to their sitting preferences.

                                    TUGA Bar & Restaurant in Rawai, Phuket

                                    TUGA Bar & Restaurant

                                      Phuket is full of fantastic spots to relax and dine, but TUGA Bar & Restaurant in Rawai offers a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s not just a place to grab a meal or unwind; it’s where you can spend an entire day, starting with wellness activities and ending with a memorable Portuguese dining experience.

                                      Vista Restaurant at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong

                                      Vista Restaurant at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong

                                        Vista Restaurant, located at Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong – MGallery, offers an exceptional dining experience inspired by the Andaman Sea. Its shimmering blue mosaic tiles and elegant design create a serene ambiance, perfect for any occasion.