May 02, 2025
Phuket is not just about stunning beaches — it’s also a culinary paradise. From vibrant street food markets to heritage-style restaurants, Phuket food offers a blend of Thai-Chinese, Muslim, and Southern Thai influences that you won’t find anywhere else in the country.
If you're planning your trip to Phuket, here’s your ultimate food guide on what to eat and where to eat it.
1. Mee Hokkien Noodle (หมี่ฮกเกี้ยน)
Stir-fried yellow noodles with seafood and pork in a rich soy-based sauce, often topped with crispy pork and a soft-boiled egg.
2. Moo Hong (หมูฮ้อง)
A Phuket-style braised pork belly dish, slow-cooked in soy sauce, garlic, and peppercorns — sweet, salty, and tender.
3. Oh Tao (โอวต้าว)
Oyster omelet with taro and crispy batter, unique to Phuket. It’s rich, savory, and perfect as street food.
4. Roti & Curry
Phuket has a strong Muslim influence, and you’ll find roti (crispy flatbread) served with Southern-style spicy chicken or beef curry.
5. Kanom Jeen (ขนมจีน)
Rice noodles served with a variety of curries and fresh vegetables — great for breakfast or lunch.
1. Lock Tien Food Court – Phuket Town
An iconic local eatery featuring several classic Phuket dishes in one spot. Don’t miss their satay and Hokkien noodles.
2. Raya Restaurant – Phuket Old Town
A beautiful heritage home turned restaurant serving authentic Moo Hong and crab curry with rice noodles.
3. Night Markets – Chillva Market & Phuket Walking Street
Try grilled squid, roti, mango sticky rice, and iced milk tea while exploring handmade goods and live music.
4. Ko Benz – Late-night noodles
Famous among locals and visitors alike. The rice porridge and tom yum noodles are a must.
5. Local Muslim Restaurants – Rawai & Kathu
Enjoy spicy curries, beef soup, and biryani in the southern-style Islamic tradition.
Many Phuket dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan. Look out for:
Jay food stalls (เจ) during the vegetarian festival
Restaurants offering tofu stir-fries, mushroom soups, and mock meat options
Fresh fruit smoothies and tropical fruit plates everywhere!
Don’t fear the spice — but always ask for “mai phet” (not spicy) if needed
Most local restaurants are cash only
Early lunch is best for local food stalls — many dishes sell out by 1 PM
Try a local dessert like O-Aew (โอ้เอ๋ว) – shaved ice with jelly and banana
Phuket food is as diverse as its people — a fusion of cultures and flavors that tells the story of the island. Whether you're sampling a 30 baht noodle soup on the street or dining in a historic mansion, every bite is part of the Phuket experience.
So, come hungry — and get ready to fall in love with the local taste of paradise.
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