Phuket Town offers the most authentic and diverse dining on the island. Historic shophouses, local eateries, and innovative modern restaurants cluster in Old Town. This is where Phuket residents eat, ensuring genuine flavors at honest prices. From century-old family recipes to creative fusion, Phuket Town represents real Phuket cuisine. Also see Thai restaurants, 20 Best, and street food.
Raya Restaurant
Old Town • 150-400 THB • Traditional Phuket
Historic 100-year-old shophouse serving authentic Phuket cuisine since 1923. Michelin Bib Gourmand. Moo hong, crab curry, Hokkien noodles. Always packed with locals. The benchmark for traditional Phuket food.
Tu Kab Khao
Old Town • 150-400 THB • Modern Thai
Michelin Bib Gourmand. Modern take on traditional Thai using locally-sourced ingredients. Creative plating. Hip atmosphere. Popular with young Thai professionals. Good wine list.
Kopitiam by Wilai
Old Town • 80-200 THB • Phuket-Style Cafe
Michelin Plate. Vintage cafe in Sino-Portuguese shophouse. Kaya toast, Hokkien mee, local coffee. Beautiful retro decor. Perfect breakfast spot. Cash only.
Blue Elephant
Old Town • 600-1,500 THB • Royal Thai
Michelin Plate. Historic mansion serving refined royal Thai cuisine. Elegant colonial setting. Cooking school available. Upscale but genuinely excellent.
Mee Ton Poe
Old Town • 60-150 THB • Noodle Shop
Legendary noodle shop since 1946. Famous Hokkien mee. Simple shophouse, no-frills. Queue at lunch. Cash only. Closes when soup finishes.
One Chun Cafe
Old Town • 80-200 THB • Vintage Cafe
Cozy cafe in restored shophouse. Thai breakfast, traditional desserts, excellent coffee. Beautiful antique furniture. Instagram-worthy but genuinely local.
China Inn Cafe
Old Town • 150-400 THB • Fusion
Antique-filled cafe serving Thai-Chinese fusion. Beautiful historic building. Afternoon tea popular. Romantic atmosphere. Good for lunch or coffee.
Natural Restaurant
Old Town • 100-300 THB • Vegetarian
Vegetarian Thai restaurant with daily specials. Curry rice plates, noodle soups. Simple but tasty. Popular with local Thai vegetarians and monks.
Krua Nai Pan
Near Old Town • 100-300 THB • Thai
Authentic Thai frequented by government workers. Excellent curries, stir-fries, daily specials. Large portions, honest prices. Minimal English but friendly.
Lock Tien Food Court
Near Fresh Market • 40-100 THB • Food Court
Authentic local food court. Multiple stalls with dim sum to Isaan food. Extremely cheap. Zero tourists. Cash only. Closes early afternoon.
Dining in Phuket Town
Old Town Character
Sino-Portuguese shophouses provide unique dining atmosphere. Many restaurants in historic buildings. Architecture as impressive as food.
Local Prices
Generally 20-40% cheaper than beach areas for equivalent quality. This is where locals eat daily, keeping prices honest.
Weekend Markets
Sunday Walking Street transforms Thalang Road into food paradise. Saturday Chillva Market offers trendy street food. Both excellent for grazing.
Getting There
Grab or taxi from beach areas (20-30 minutes). Free parking difficult - use paid lots. Walking best way to explore Old Town restaurants.
Why Eat in Phuket Town?
Authentic flavors, historic atmosphere, local prices, and genuine Phuket culture. This is where the island's residents dine, ensuring quality and value. Plus, beautiful Sino-Portuguese architecture makes dining an experience beyond just food.