Lae lay @khao-khad
Budget-friendly beachside spot in Phuket serving Thai, Italian, and Indian dishes with fresh ingredients.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–23:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Budget
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 81 747 8750
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Situated in the Wichit area of central Phuket, this casual beachside restaurant stands out for its unexpectedly diverse menu, combining Thai classics with Italian and Indian-influenced dishes alongside halal options — all at budget-friendly prices. The setting by the water adds a relaxed, local atmosphere that complements the approachable pricing and generous portions.
Visitors consistently highlight the quality and freshness of the food, with standout dishes including prawns in tamarind sauce, massaman curry, mango sticky rice, chicken satay, and spring rolls. The kitchen handles variety well, and the staff are noted for their friendliness. The combination of creative cooking, scenic surroundings, and affordable prices makes it a practical stop for travelers exploring Phuket beyond the tourist-heavy dining strips.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Lae lay @khao-khad, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
Reviews from Google
From the moment we arrived, this restaurant was high on our list—and it certainly lived up to our expectations. The menu offers an impressive variety of Thai, Italian, and Indian cuisine, catering to a wide range of tastes. Although the selection is extensive, our initial choices proved to be absolutely spot on. The chicken fried with chilli paste and vegetables (Phad Nam Prik Pow) was beautifully balanced, rich in flavour, and perfectly executed. The beef soup – Kao Lao – was truly exceptional; without exaggeration, it was one of the most refined and flavourful broths I have had the pleasure of experiencing anywhere in Thailand. The depth of flavour was remarkable, and the portions were extremely generous—particularly the abundance of tender, high-quality beef chunks in the soup. Combined with genuinely friendly service and very reasonable prices, it is easy to understand why this place is consistently busy. An excellent dining experience from start to finish.
We had the prawns in tamarind, massaman curry chicken and mango sticky rice. The prawns were fresh and so good in the tamarind sauce. Highly recommend this dish. Likewise with the mango sticky rice - the sticky rice was nicely done. We were so impressed by these two dishes that we returned the next night. The massaman curry was good like elsewhere.
Maybe it was a bad day. It took over an hour for our order except for the so called nans (they were crispy?) which arrived quickly and we ended up eating those whilst waiting forever. The restaurant offered a free lift from our hotel so we were kind of stuck with them. Beer arived poured, something to do with halal requirements i was told but it was flat and not very cold. We sat at entry level which may have also been a mistake although it was fun to see some other tourists looking like overweight bouncers doubtfully eyeing their beers whilst they too waited. All in all a negative experience which is a shame because thai mains were fine and i am sure staff did there best(apparently it was packed with people upstairs).
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 910 reviews on Google.
6/92 หมู่ 8 Tambon Wichit, 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.
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Lae lay @khao-khad: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lae lay @khao-khad worth visiting?
Lae lay @khao-khad holds a 4.8★ rating from 910 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Lae lay @khao-khad?
Lae lay @khao-khad is typically open 09:00–23:00 — 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.
How expensive is Lae lay @khao-khad?
Lae lay @khao-khad is budget-friendly (฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Phuket.
When is the best time to visit Lae lay @khao-khad?
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 Lae lay @khao-khad located?
Lae lay @khao-khad is at 6/92 หมู่ 8 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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