Best Restaurants & Food in Phuket
85 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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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.
Lao Pa Sat Phuket Town
A bustling budget food market on Phangnga Road serving authentic Thai street food in the heart of Phuket Town.
Day & Night Of Phuket
Michelin-listed Thai and fusion dining in Phuket Town, open daily until 11:30pm with standout cocktails.
Baan Thai Seafood Restaurant
Fresh seafood and classic Thai cooking on Patong's Rat-U-Thit Road, with flexible staff and affordable prices.
Siam Thai Restaurant
Fresh seafood and authentic Thai cooking in Patong, open daily from 11am until 1am.
Chomchan Thai Restaurant
Seven-time Michelin Bib Gourmand southern Thai restaurant in Phuket Town, celebrated for bold flavours at honest prices.
Pots & Pans Restaurant
Highly rated Thai restaurant in Phuket Town serving creative, well-executed dishes in a warm, attentive setting.
The Neighbors Cafe
A relaxed community cafe on Phangnga Road, open late most nights in the heart of Phuket Town.
L'Arôme by the sea
Rooftop French fine dining above Patong Beach, known for degustation menus and sunset views.
Blue Elephant Phuket Cooking School & Restaurant
Fine dining Thai restaurant and cooking school set in a stunning restored colonial building in Phuket.
Casa Boho Phuket
Hilltop Latin restaurant in Kamala serving standout ceviche, tacos, and seafood with sweeping ocean views.
Seaview Sunset Rooftoop
A rooftop restaurant in Phuket's Wichit area, open daily until 23:00 with views tailored for sunset dining.
Daily Dose Phuket Old Town
A beloved Old Town café serving Western-style breakfasts and all-day brunch on historic Yaowarad Road.
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.
hom restaurant
Fine dining destination in Kamala offering an innovative 10-course tasting menu centred on fermentation.
HEH
Budget-friendly evening dining on Phuket's Yaowarad Road, open nightly from 5pm with strong local appeal.
517 Fisherman Seafood Restaurant Patong
Fresh seafood and warm hospitality on Patong's main strip, with standout dishes like curried lobster and raw shrimp.
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.
Suay Cherngtalay
Contemporary Thai restaurant in Cherngtalay, open nightly for dinner with mid-range pricing.
Surf & Turf by Soul Kitchen
Intimate fusion dinner spot in Phuket Old Town earning Michelin recognition for its passionate, flavour-forward cooking.
Phuket Food
A well-regarded food destination in Phuket's Talat Yai area, open daily from morning to evening.
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.
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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.