Best Restaurants & Food in Phuket
108 places found in Phuket
Phuket's dining scene punches well above its weight for a beach resort island. Phuket Town's Old Town quarter has emerged as the island's most exciting food destination — shophouse restaurants serving Hokkien-influenced Peranakan dishes (mee hokkien, o-tao, lor bak) alongside trendy cafes and natural wine bars. The Sunday Walking Street through the Old Town is as much a food event as a market.
Patong and the main beach areas have the widest range of international restaurants catering to tourists, but the best Thai food is invariably found away from the beach strips. Rawai's seafood pier lets you buy fresh catch and have nearby restaurants cook it to order — one of Phuket's most authentic dining experiences. For upscale dining, the cliff-top and beachfront restaurants in Kamala and Surin serve modern Thai and international cuisine with views to match.
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Pots & Pans Restaurant
Highly rated Thai restaurant in Phuket Town serving creative, well-executed dishes in a warm, attentive setting.
Krua Talad Yai Restaurant
Hotel restaurant at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket Town offering buffet dining with Thai and international options.
1000009 Thai Noodle Restaurant Phuket 9
Cheap, unfussy Thai noodles on Montri Road, open from mid-morning till late every day.
Tamarind Restaurant, Phuket
Refined Thai fusion dining in Phuket's Wichit area, with a beachfront setting perfect for special occasions.
Lao Pa Sat Phuket Town
A bustling budget food market on Phangnga Road serving authentic Thai street food in the heart of Phuket Town.
Cafe Delight Phuket Old Town
A charming Old Town cafe serving fresh, beautifully presented breakfasts, brunch, and coffee on historic Thanon Ratsada.
Khubani Rooftop Bar and Restaurant خوباني
Indian and Turkish plates, a belly dancer and cocktails worth a second night, all a few floors above Patong's chaos.
Mystery Bar and Restaurant
Evening cocktail bar and restaurant in central Phuket town, known for Thai-inspired drinks and sunset views.
PLEARN RESTAURANT
A highly regarded restaurant and lounge in Phuket's Ratsada area, serving regional Thai cuisine with notable presentation.
Malika Terrace
Rooftop restaurant and sky bar with sweeping views over Patong Beach, perfect for romantic occasions.
Zuri Restaurant Patong Beach
Three full menus, Turkish, Indian and Thai, and the kitchen takes all three seriously.
Su Va Na
A dinner-only Thai restaurant on a mall's lower floor that takes itself far more seriously than that sounds.
Restaurant Royd
Fine dining tasting menu restaurant in Phuket Old Town, celebrated for creative southern Thai cuisine.
SIAM Phuket - Seafood Restaurant
Pick your seafood, watch it weighed, then eat it on Thaweewong Road without paying beachfront prices.
La Marée restaurant
Stylish beachside restaurant at Bang Tao serving French-influenced dishes, fresh seafood, and quality wines.
Baan Thai Seafood Restaurant
Fresh seafood and proper Thai flavours on Rat-U-Thit, open till 2am, with kitchen staff who'll cook off-menu.
Lae lay @khao-khad
Budget-friendly beachside spot in Phuket serving Thai, Italian, and Indian dishes with fresh ingredients.
Thai Thai Restaurant
Authentic family-run Thai restaurant in Chalong, beloved by repeat visitors for its traditional flavours.
Day & Night Of Phuket
Michelin-listed Thai cooking in Phuket Town, and the cocktail list is worth a detour on its own.
Daily Dose Phuket Old Town
A beloved Old Town café serving Western-style breakfasts and all-day brunch on historic Yaowarad Road.
Blue Elephant Phuket Cooking School & Restaurant
Colonial mansion, Peranakan-Phuket cooking and a set menu worth the splurge, though not everyone finds it daring.
Phuket Food
A well-regarded food destination in Phuket's Talat Yai area, open daily from morning to evening.
Casa Boho Phuket
Hilltop Latin restaurant in Kamala serving standout ceviche, tacos, and seafood with sweeping ocean views.
WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon
Friendly mall restaurant in Patong serving affordable Thai and Western dishes with a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best area to eat in Phuket?
Phuket Town's Old Town is the best all-round dining area — authentic Phuket cuisine, great cafes, and competitive prices. Rawai seafood pier is unmissable for fresh seafood. Kamala and Surin have the best upscale restaurants. Patong has the most variety but also the most tourist traps.
What is Phuket's signature dish?
Mee hokkien (Hokkien-style stir-fried noodles) is the local specialty, reflecting Phuket's strong Chinese heritage. O-tao (oyster omelette) and lor bak (five-spice pork) are other Phuket-specific dishes. These are found in the Old Town and Thalang Road area, not tourist restaurants.
Is Phuket Town better for food than the beach areas?
Generally yes. Phuket Town has more authentic local restaurants, better prices, and a stronger food culture. The Old Town has become a destination in its own right for food. That said, beach areas like Rawai (seafood) and Kamala (upscale dining) have their own strengths.