Phuket Seafood
Standing out as a notable seafood destination in Chiang Mai — a city far from the coast — this restaurant sources live seafood that reviewers consistently praise for its freshness. Highlights include lobster sashimi, mantis shrimp, crab, and raw prawns, with the live tanks being a key draw for diners who treat freshness as non-negotiable. The kitchen handles both raw preparations and stir-fried dishes, giving the menu enough range to suit different preferences. It also caters to halal diners, broadening its appeal to a wider range of visitors.
The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, with ample seating and friendly staff noted by multiple visitors. It works well for groups and food tours, and the variety of seafood on offer makes it a viable centrepiece for a longer evening out. Prices run higher than typical Chiang Mai restaurants, which is worth factoring in, particularly for larger orders of premium seafood like lobster or crab.
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Reviews from Google
Amazing place, fresh and delicious seafood, lots of seating, good atmosphere, kind owners! - The seafood is really fresh and so good! They were really kind and friendly too. We ordered the raw prawn, but they had taken the heads and fried them up so we could enjoy all of it with no waste! It's a huge place, great for kids to also play! They're currently renovating for bigger tanks. Really awesome place all around, a little on the pricer side for Thailand maybe, but totally worth it!!! They were really thoughtful too, as they saw me having a hard time from the spice and gave us some water.
Aside from the higher-than-expected prices for Thailand we enjoyed the live seafood feast! This was my first live seafood meal when I landed in Chiang Mai, would also take guests as part of food tour itinerary. Enjoyed the lobsters (both sashimi and steamed), whole crab curry, squid sashimi, shrimp and prawns. I passed on fried rice but everyone said it was yummy! The most interesting part of my first meal at Phuket Seafood was the Lobster Jelly served with 7up (or maybe sprite). Ask about when you’re there 😉
Not easy to find quality seafood in Chiang Mai due to its landlocked location cation. But the mantis shrimp and crab at this restaurant very fresh and swimming - that’s the key to any good seafood restaurant. Ask to see the actual seafood items struggling in a net to ensure ingredient freshness.
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Phuket Seafood: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phuket Seafood worth visiting?
Phuket Seafood holds a 3.9★ rating from 475 Google reviews. Reviews are mixed, so check recent visitor feedback above to see if it fits your plans.
What are the opening hours of Phuket Seafood?
Phuket Seafood is typically open 11:00-23:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Phuket Seafood?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Phuket Seafood located?
Phuket Seafood is at 59 19 หมู่ที่ 1 ถนน เลียบคลองชลประทาน Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city centre).
Location Info
59 19 หมู่ที่ 1 ถนน เลียบคลองชลประทาน Tambon Chang Phueak, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand061 989 6428www.facebook.com/phuketseafood.cmVisitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: March – May (smoke & heat)
Rainy season
June – October
Avg. temperature
15°C – 36°C(59°F – 97°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January & Songkran (April)
Getting there
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) has direct flights from Bangkok (1 hr), Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur. Overnight sleeper trains from Bangkok take ~12 hrs.
Getting around
- •Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks)
- •Grab (available in city centre)
- •Motorbike rental (฿150–250/day)
- •Tuk-tuks (negotiate price first)