Surrounded by the Andaman Sea, Phuket offers some of Thailand's freshest seafood. From upscale beachfront dining to local fish markets, these 15 restaurants serve exceptional seafood. Whether you want grilled lobster with sunset views or authentic Thai fish curry at local prices, Phuket's seafood scene delivers outstanding quality and variety. See also our 20 Best Restaurants and complete dining guide.
Kan Eang@Pier
Waterfront seafood institution with 40+ years history. Fresh catch displayed on ice. Choose your fish, crab, or prawns and specify cooking style. Beautiful sunset views. Popular special occasion spot. Reservations recommended for waterfront tables.
Savoey Seafood
Reliable Thai seafood chain with consistent quality across locations. Famous for crab curry and grilled prawns. Picture menus make ordering easy. Large portions. Tourist-friendly but genuinely good. Multiple branches in Patong, Phuket Town.
Go Benz
No-frills seafood at market prices. Pick your seafood fresh from tanks and ice, choose Thai or grilled preparation. Popular late-night spot for locals. Simple outdoor setting. Busy weekends. Bring cash.
Rawai Seafood Market
Buy fresh seafood from market vendors, take to nearby restaurants for cooking. Pay cooking fee (50-100 THB per dish). Authentic local experience. Bargain at market, enjoy beachside dining. Best sunset seafood value.
Laem Hin Seafood
Local favorite away from tourist areas. Ocean views, fresh seafood, authentic Thai flavors. Popular with Phuket residents for family dinners. Weekends get packed. Worth the drive.
Bang Rong Seafood
Waterfront seafood restaurants at fishing pier. Multiple restaurants side-by-side. Fresh catch daily. Local atmosphere. View of Phang Nga Bay. Popular lunch spot for Thai families.
Palm Seafood Restaurant
Beachfront dining with sand between toes. Fresh seafood, Thai and international preparations. Romantic sunset setting. Premium for location but quality justifies. Arrive early for best tables.
Chalong Bay Rum Restaurant
Upscale seafood with rum distillery on-site. Creative cocktails using house rum. Modern presentations of Thai seafood. Stylish atmosphere. Popular for groups. Rum tasting available.
Kruvit Raft Restaurant
Unique floating restaurant on wooden raft. Fresh seafood in stilted dining pavilions. Beautiful views. Authentic Thai seafood dishes. Popular for special occasions. Reservations recommended weekends.
99 Seafood Restaurant
Long-established seafood restaurant in Patong. Fresh daily catch. Large menu. Good value for Patong location. Thai family favorite. Air-conditioned indoor and outdoor seating.
Tunk Ka Cafe
Scenic clifftop restaurant overlooking Phang Nga Bay. Creative Thai seafood presentations. Beautiful sunset views. Reservations essential. Popular for special occasions and proposals.
Patong Seafood Restaurant
Right on beach with tables in sand. Fresh seafood BBQ. Tourist-oriented but decent quality. Pay premium for beachfront location. Sunset views worth it. Book ahead for best spots.
Catch Beach Club
Upscale beach club with excellent seafood menu. International and Thai preparations. Beautiful beachfront setting. Lounge vibe. Popular for lunch and sunset cocktails. Reservations recommended.
Suay Seafood
Authentic southern Thai seafood. Michelin Bib Gourmand. Bold spicy flavors. Fresh catch daily. No-frills atmosphere. Where locals eat. Excellent value. Some English spoken.
Mama Noi's Kitchen
Family-run restaurant near Kata Beach. Fresh seafood daily. Home-style Thai cooking. Friendly service. Good value. Popular with return visitors. Casual atmosphere.
Ordering Seafood in Phuket
Check Prices First
Always ask price per kilo before ordering. Get agreement on total price before cooking starts. Beachfront restaurants often charge premium. Markets offer best value.
Cooking Styles
Grilled (yang), steamed (neung), fried (tod), curry (gaeng), spicy salad (yam). Specify if you want Thai spicy or mild. "Mai pet" means not spicy.
What's in Season
Prawns year-round. Crab best Nov-Apr. Lobster Dec-Apr. Fish available daily but selection varies. Ask what's fresh today rather than ordering from menu.
Best Value Options
Rawai seafood market for DIY experience. Local restaurants in Kathu or Phuket Town. Lunchtime often has specials. Avoid beachfront for best prices.