WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon
Friendly mall restaurant in Patong serving affordable Thai and Western dishes with a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–23:00
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 61 710 1027
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked inside Jungceylon Mall in Patong, WHY NOT Restaurant draws repeat visitors with its relaxed vibe, approachable menu, and genuinely warm staff. The combination of Thai classics like Pad Thai alongside Western options such as wagyu beef burgers and chicken gyoza makes it a practical choice for groups or couples with different tastes. The interior is described by visitors as cute and aesthetic, and the team has a reputation for going the extra mile — including singing birthday songs and personalizing desserts for celebrations.
Diners can expect attentive, friendly service and reasonably priced food that punches above its mall-dining expectations. The menu covers enough ground to satisfy both those craving familiar comfort food and travelers keen to try Thai dishes without venturing far from Patong's main shopping strip. Portions and freshness have been consistently noted as highlights across visitor reviews.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
I loved this find. The staff were funny and friendly. The food was really affordable and so yummy. I had the wagyu beef burger which was very tasty and fresh. The bun was fresh! The chicken gyoza were perfect. I’d like to come back before my trip ends to try more foods! It was a really cool quirky place that needs more attention! Please visit!
This restaurant has great food variety on a good price. We had chicken Pad Thai, Cheese croquettes and Tomato Soup. All of the ordered was great in taste! :) The service is quite fast and you feel very welcomed. :)
Staff were really friendly and I love the vibe of this place. The interaction with the guy at the entrance (i believe he is P LJo) was great :) the lady who served us was very pleasant as well and spoke great English. I really like the tomyamgoong. It comes with rice. Pad kra pao was very underwhelming. Can give it a miss. Pad see ew (fried kuey tiao) had a flavour of sweet black sauce but was nice and slippery. Portion of noodles is not large. Their spice level is not thai level (likely tailored to foreigners) so if you can handle spice, go for at least a medium spice. Little spicy was no kick for me. Mango stick rice was nice. The coconut sauce that came with the rice was done very well. I saw a review saying this place was halal but I think they serve pork unless "moo" means cow.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 671 reviews on Google.
3101, Jungceylon Mall, 3103 Ratuthit 200 Pi Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand
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WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon: Frequently Asked Questions
Is WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon worth visiting?
WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon holds a 4.7★ rating from 671 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon?
WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon is typically open 10:00–23:00 — 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 WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon?
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 WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon located?
WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon is at 3101, Jungceylon Mall, 3103 Ratuthit 200 Pi Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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