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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boat seafood 船海鲜
Fresh-catch Chinese-style seafood restaurant in Old Phuket Town, where diners choose live seafood cooked to order.
Mystery Bar and Restaurant
Evening cocktail bar and restaurant in central Phuket town, known for Thai-inspired drinks and sunset views.
Khubani Rooftop Bar and Restaurant خوباني
Rooftop bar and restaurant in Patong serving Indian and Turkish cuisine with cocktails and live music.
Thai Thai Restaurant
Authentic family-run Thai restaurant in Chalong, beloved by repeat visitors for its traditional flavours.
Patong Social Phuket Restaurant & Hotel - Best Indian & Thai Food
A dual Indian and Thai restaurant in Patong, open daily until 2am with standout dishes from both kitchens.
TAPAS Cafe & Restaurant - Phuket Old Town
Spanish-inspired tapas cafe in Phuket Old Town, open daily from breakfast through to late evening.
Cafe Delight Phuket Old Town
A charming Old Town cafe serving fresh, beautifully presented breakfasts, brunch, and coffee on historic Thanon Ratsada.
Tamarind Restaurant, Phuket
Refined Thai fusion dining in Phuket's Wichit area, with a beachfront setting perfect for special occasions.
Tambu Phuket
Beachfront dinner restaurant on Tri Trang Beach, open nightly from 6pm with coastal views.
Restaurant Royd
Fine dining tasting menu restaurant in Phuket Old Town, celebrated for creative southern Thai cuisine.
Su Va Na
Refined Thai dinner restaurant inside Central Phuket Floresta, open nightly from 7 PM.
Amritsr Old Town
Authentic Punjabi restaurant on Phuket Old Town's Soi Rommanee, open daily from 9am to midnight.
La Marée restaurant
Stylish beachside restaurant at Bang Tao serving French-influenced dishes, fresh seafood, and quality wines.
Lae lay @khao-khad
Budget-friendly beachside spot in Phuket serving Thai, Italian, and Indian dishes with fresh ingredients.
L'Arôme by the sea
Rooftop French fine dining above Patong Beach, known for degustation menus and sunset views.
TWIST Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Rooftop bar and restaurant on the 19th floor of Royal Phuket City Hotel, open nightly from 5 PM.
PLEARN RESTAURANT
A highly regarded restaurant and lounge in Phuket's Ratsada area, serving regional Thai cuisine with notable presentation.
O-OH Farm Suanluang
Farm-to-table Thai dining in a relaxed garden setting in Phuket's Talat Nuea area.
Blue Elephant Phuket Cooking School & Restaurant
Fine dining Thai restaurant and cooking school set in a stunning restored colonial building in Phuket.
NITAN Phuket
Contemporary Thai dinner restaurant in Thalang, open evenings only, Wednesday to Sunday.
Eden by the Lake : Restaurant & Lounge in Boat Avenue, Phuket
Lakeside restaurant and lounge in Boat Avenue offering evening dining with a tropical ambiance and a well-regarded grill menu.
Chomchan Thai Restaurant
Seven-time Michelin Bib Gourmand southern Thai restaurant in Phuket Town, celebrated for bold flavours at honest prices.
Sunlique Rooftop Restaurant
Rooftop restaurant in Kata Beach open daily from 3pm, offering sunset views and late-night dining until midnight.
Siam Thai Restaurant
Fresh seafood and authentic Thai cooking in Patong, open daily from 11am until 1am.
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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.