Best Restaurants & Food in Phuket
109 places found in Phuket
Phuket's dining scene punches well above its weight for a beach resort island. Phuket Town's Old Town quarter has emerged as the island's most exciting food destination — shophouse restaurants serving Hokkien-influenced Peranakan dishes (mee hokkien, o-tao, lor bak) alongside trendy cafes and natural wine bars. The Sunday Walking Street through the Old Town is as much a food event as a market.
Patong and the main beach areas have the widest range of international restaurants catering to tourists, but the best Thai food is invariably found away from the beach strips. Rawai's seafood pier lets you buy fresh catch and have nearby restaurants cook it to order — one of Phuket's most authentic dining experiences. For upscale dining, the cliff-top and beachfront restaurants in Kamala and Surin serve modern Thai and international cuisine with views to match.
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Phaka Krong Authentic Southern Thai Cuisine
Authentic Southern Thai cuisine in central Phuket, praised for bold traditional flavors and warm, attentive service.
Malika Sky Bar
Rooftop bar and terrace at Kalima Resort, Patong, open nightly from 17:30 with hillside views.
Bucha Gallery and Restaurant
A Chalong art gallery and restaurant pairing bold Thai flavours with a beautifully designed dining space.
Ocean Rhyme - Thai Seafood Restaurant & Bar
Highly regarded Thai seafood restaurant and bar in Karon, located within the Thavorn Palm resort.
The Smokaccia Laboratory
Artisan smokehouse near Surin Beach serving wood-fired dinners in an intimate evening-only setting.
Little Siam Thai Fusion Restaurant Phuket
A Thai fusion restaurant in Choeng Thale open daily until midnight, with a creative menu and strong reputation.
Reflections Rooftop Bar
A rooftop sunset bar at The Nai Harn hotel, serving cocktails and food with panoramic views over Rawai.
Thai Mueang Restaurant Phuket
Authentic Thai cooking in Phuket Town, open daily 11:00–21:00 with a strong local following.
Local Canteen Phuket
Authentic local Thai cooking in Old Phuket Town, with generous portions and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Pun Te Phuket Food Center
A bustling food center in Phuket Town serving authentic Thai dishes across multiple stalls daily.
Flavor Restaurant
An evening-only dinner spot on Phangnga Road in Phuket Town with a strong local following.
Rise and Grind Phuket วันใหม่ในเมืองเก่า “Specialty Coffee & Healthy Food”
Owner-run specialty coffee café in Phuket Old Town, praised for excellent brews, healthy food, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
This Is Burger - Street Food
Late-night street food burgers in central Phuket, drawing serious crowds with homemade patties and friendly service.
Dinner in the Sky Phuket | Restaurant
A suspended fine dining experience 50 metres above Phuket, offering 360-degree panoramic views of the island and sea.
Zuri Restaurant Patong Beach Phuket - Best Cocktails | Turkish | Indian | Thai Food
Three menus — Turkish, Indian, and Thai — plus serious cocktails, open daily until 3 AM in Patong.
CHICA Rooftop Lounge
Rooftop lounge in Rawai serving drinks and full meals nightly from 5 PM until 12:30 AM.
Grandma Homemade Thai food
A family-run Thai kitchen in Patong serving homemade dishes alongside breathtaking sea views.
SIAM Phuket - Seafood Restaurant
Halal-friendly seafood restaurant in Patong where diners pick and weigh their own fresh catch before cooking.
Tambu Phuket
Beachfront dinner restaurant on Tri Trang Beach, open nightly from 6pm with coastal views.
Lhong Khao
Thai-Chinese restaurant in Phuket Old Town serving standout dishes like crab curry, soft-shell crab, and squid ink stir-fry.
TAPAS Cafe & Restaurant - Phuket Old Town
Spanish-inspired tapas cafe in Phuket Old Town, open daily from breakfast through to late evening.
Su Va Na
Refined Thai dinner restaurant inside Central Phuket Floresta, open nightly from 7 PM.
Krua Talad Yai Restaurant
Hotel restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town offering buffet dining with Thai and international options.
The Grand View Restaurant & Bar
A well-regarded restaurant and bar in Phuket's Ratsada district, open daily from noon until 10 PM.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best area to eat in Phuket?
Phuket Town's Old Town is the best all-round dining area — authentic Phuket cuisine, great cafes, and competitive prices. Rawai seafood pier is unmissable for fresh seafood. Kamala and Surin have the best upscale restaurants. Patong has the most variety but also the most tourist traps.
What is Phuket's signature dish?
Mee hokkien (Hokkien-style stir-fried noodles) is the local specialty, reflecting Phuket's strong Chinese heritage. O-tao (oyster omelette) and lor bak (five-spice pork) are other Phuket-specific dishes. These are found in the Old Town and Thalang Road area, not tourist restaurants.
Is Phuket Town better for food than the beach areas?
Generally yes. Phuket Town has more authentic local restaurants, better prices, and a stronger food culture. The Old Town has become a destination in its own right for food. That said, beach areas like Rawai (seafood) and Kamala (upscale dining) have their own strengths.