Best Restaurants & Food in Phuket
109 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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NITAN Phuket
Contemporary Thai dinner restaurant in Thalang, open evenings only, Wednesday to Sunday.
PLEARN RESTAURANT
A highly regarded restaurant and lounge in Phuket's Ratsada area, serving regional Thai cuisine with notable presentation.
HEH
Budget-friendly evening dining on Phuket's Yaowarad Road, open nightly from 5pm with strong local appeal.
WHY NOT Restaurant Phuket @ Jungceylon
Friendly mall restaurant in Patong serving affordable Thai and Western dishes with a fun, welcoming atmosphere.
BONNEE - Brunch & Blends
Boho brunch cafe in Phuket Old Town serving Western and Thai dishes, smoothies, and specialty coffee.
TWIST Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
Rooftop bar and restaurant on the 19th floor of Royal Phuket City Hotel, open nightly from 5 PM.
Sunlique Rooftop Restaurant
Rooftop restaurant in Kata Beach open daily from 3pm, offering sunset views and late-night dining until midnight.
hom restaurant
Fine dining destination in Kamala offering an innovative 10-course tasting menu centred on fermentation.
Took Took Prime - Thai Kitchen (Patong)
Late-night Thai kitchen in central Patong, open daily noon to 3 AM with standout desserts and crowd-pleasing classics.
Daily Dose Phuket Old Town
A beloved Old Town café serving Western-style breakfasts and all-day brunch on historic Yaowarad Road.
Malika Terrace
Rooftop restaurant and sky bar with sweeping views over Patong Beach, perfect for romantic occasions.
Casa Boho Phuket
Hilltop Latin restaurant in Kamala serving standout ceviche, tacos, and seafood with sweeping ocean views.
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.
Blue Elephant Phuket Cooking School & Restaurant
Fine dining Thai restaurant and cooking school set in a stunning restored colonial building in Phuket.
L'Arôme by the sea
Rooftop French fine dining above Patong Beach, known for degustation menus and sunset views.
Lao Pa Sat Phuket Town
A bustling budget food market on Phangnga Road serving authentic Thai street food in the heart of Phuket Town.
Pots & Pans Restaurant
Highly rated Thai restaurant in Phuket Town serving creative, well-executed dishes in a warm, attentive setting.
VIVA Rooftop and Restaurant
Rooftop Italian-influenced restaurant in central Phuket serving pizza, steak, and coffee from 7am daily.
Golden Fish Seafood Restaurant
Beachfront seafood restaurant on Bangtao Beach serving fresh Thai classics at budget-friendly prices.
Kopitiam by Wilai
A beloved Thai-Chinese kopitiam in a Sino-Portuguese shophouse in Phuket Old Town, serving fresh comfort food at budget prices.
Phuket Food
A well-regarded food destination in Phuket's Talat Yai area, open daily from morning to evening.
ร้านพิเศษ สาขาภูเก็ต Piset Restaurant Phuket
A seafood restaurant in Phuket Town's Siri Hotel, known for grilled prawns, fish cakes, and three styles of crab.
The Charm Dining Gallery
A relaxed dining gallery in Phuket's town center blending quality food with a creative, gallery-style atmosphere.
517 Fisherman Seafood Restaurant Patong
Fresh seafood and warm hospitality on Patong's main strip, with standout dishes like curried lobster and raw shrimp.
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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.