WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon
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 personalising 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 travellers 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.
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Reviews from Google
Food was really good and staff was so friendly and sweet. They played birthday song, sang and wished me and wrote it on my dessert. Very cute and aesthetic inside with reasonable price🥰They even gave us a discount🥂
Ate here twice and the food was lovely! Great options for both Thai and Western food. Service is very good, the waiters are very attentive and friendly. The food is delicious.
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.
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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: June – September (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).
Location Info
3101, Jungceylon Mall, 3103 Ratuthit 200 Pi Rd, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand+66 61 710 1027www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553356177655Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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.
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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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands