Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant
Riverside seafood restaurant near Phuket Town, set on a floating raft among mangroves with authentic Thai coastal food.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:30–21:30
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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Details
- Address
- 25 2 Muangthong-Kaokard Road, Tambon Wichit, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
- Phone
- 076 393 142
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked along the river in the Wichit area of central Phuket, this seafood restaurant offers something genuinely distinctive, a floating raft section that sits directly among the mangroves, giving diners open-air views of the waterway and a cool river breeze that sets it apart from the typical tourist-trail dining experience. The setting feels secluded despite being a short drive from Phuket Town, making it a favorite with both locals and returning visitors.
The menu leans into fresh Thai coastal cooking, with shellfish drawing particular praise from regulars. Groups can work through a spread of dishes at mid-range prices — visitors report feeding six people across around ten dishes for approximately 2,500 baht, making it a reasonable option for families or groups wanting to share widely. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, with a setting that rewards those willing to seek it out beyond the busier beach resort zones.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
The best. Don't pay attention to any review under 5 stars. This place deserves unlimited +review. Amazing stuff ...🙏, unique and authentic food Café is amazing (morning/breakfast stuff are supportive and really nice and professional. Thank you so much separately) Please be respectful to the stuff and culture. Thank you to the management and each personal including the kayak support team. 🙏
Finished almost 10 dishes for 6 average eater. Food was about 2.5k+ baht. Good food, great service, very nice environment. Definitely come back
A very good seafood restaurant not far from Phuket Town actually. Great setting near the river and the mangrove. One section is actually a floating raft with a beautiful mangrove views. Food is great but items seem to be frequently missing from the menu, like blue crab.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 492 reviews on Google.
25 2 Muangthong-Kaokard Road, Tambon Wichit, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
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Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant worth visiting?
Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant holds a 4.4★ rating from 492 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant?
Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant is typically open 10:30–21:30 — 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.
How expensive is Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant?
Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant located?
Chaiyo Seafood Restaurant is at 25 2 Muangthong-Kaokard Road, Tambon Wichit, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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