Chomchan Thai Restaurant
Southern Thai cooking with real punch, served in a place that feels like a relative's front room.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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.
Details
- Phone
- +66 76 605 954
- Website
- openlink.co/chomchanphuket
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Order widely here, or you'll miss the point. The kitchen turns out southern Thai dishes that each land differently, and the reviews that praise it most are the ones from tables that covered half the menu. Yellow crab curry is the dish people keep coming back for, with a flavor profile that doesn't turn up in many other kitchens. Ink stir-fried squid, tamarind shrimp, soft shell crab and mango salad, fried vegetables with dried shrimp, a fried omelet. The traditional Thai drinks are worth a look too.
Seven years of Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition has done nothing to smarten the place up, which I think is the right call. It's informal, homey, closer to eating at someone's house than at a restaurant. Don't come expecting attentive service, because that isn't what the money buys. It buys depth of flavor at mid-range prices in the middle of Phuket Town, and the line at peak times says plenty of people have worked that out.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Upon stepping foot into Chomchan, it's like going into your relatives house, it has a real homey feel and set up to the restaurant, which translates into the foods that they serve. All of the dishes that we ordered were delicious and made me feel just right at home! The top dishes that I would recommend to try would be their crab curry, fried vegs and the fried omelette! The crab curry has a unique flavour profile which you can't really find anywhere else. Their fried vegs with the dried shrimps and their fried omelette were really well executed! Highly recommend a visit to anyone that's in the area! 😋 Do note that this is a cash-only establishment! ☺️
One of the best restaurant we have been in Phuket ! We have been twice and the food is super high quality and cooked to perfection! Traditional Thai drinks also great! I really recommend the soft Shell crab&mango salad and the tamarind shrimps, one of the most delicious dish I have ever tasted !
Definitely worth the wait and travel to this place. Every dish has its own unique taste. Nothing was repeated. Don’t expect crazy service. Focus on the food and order many things explore your platle. One of the best Thai food in Phuket.
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242/2 Yaowarad Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailand
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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.
Use Grab for Delivery
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Chomchan Thai Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chomchan Thai Restaurant worth visiting?
Chomchan Thai Restaurant holds a 4.7★ rating from 1,506 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Chomchan Thai Restaurant?
Chomchan Thai Restaurant is typically open 10:00–22:00 — 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.
How expensive is Chomchan Thai Restaurant?
Chomchan Thai Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Chomchan Thai 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 Chomchan Thai Restaurant located?
Chomchan Thai Restaurant is at 242/2 Yaowarad Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, 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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