City dining guide
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Customers with a sweet tooth and fans of deep-fried goodness line up here from 6am to get their daily fix. The deep-fried Patongko (dough sticks) and salapao are freshly prepared; the crunchy fries are golden-brown. It’s all very tasty; even without the dipping sauces.
This unassuming gem serves around 30-40 juicy, tender charcoal-roasted ducks every day. Order a half or whole bird and savour the wholesome flavour and crispy skin fresh off the stove with either spicy-sour or tamarind sauce for dipping. Grilled chicken is sometimes an option, too.
Southern recipes, affordable prices and down-to-earth hospitality – this is why locals pack out this family-run business at lunch and dinner. Their family recipes pack great intensity. The Phuketian stir-fried pork rump with salt is lovely, with tender meat and lip-smacking pork skin.
After a decade as a musician with a side gig of cooking for bandmates, these days Somphop finds himself enjoying daily walks through the market for fresh catches of the day and hand-cutting them for various southern Thai dishes served at his small, casual restaurant. Braised fish in salted soybean sauce; prawns with salted eggs and acacia; and wok-fried pork featuring the tender, succulent ‘armpit cut’ between the picnic shoulder and belly are not to be missed.
🕐 Mo-Su 11:00-20:30
This outlet with a red-brown zinc roof offers a menu of both individual and sharing dishes, with nicely balanced flavours. Despite its humble guise, Sang Ka Sri attracts a crowd, so be prepared to wait for a table before enjoying the fresh squid with herbs and tangy dressing.
Set in a charming white house with a leafy façade, Chom Chan blends modern Sino-Portuguese design with antique touches. The traditional Phuket-style Southern Thai cuisine drawn from family recipes is perfect for sharing. Standout dishes, such as orange curry soup with barramundi belly and green taro stems, deliver tangy, tamarind-led sourness balanced by gentle sweetness. Bold, playful flavours shine in this cosy setting, where a meal is easy on the wallet.
TripAdvisor review sample · 5.0/5 · 80 reviews
Located in Ban Sam Kong, Chom Chan specializes in authentic Southern Thai cuisine. Reviews consistently praise the high quality of fresh ingredients and dishes such as shrimp paste crab, sour curry, and ginger sea bass. Service is noted as friendly and helpful with recommendations. The atmosphere is quiet and clean, offering convenient parking suitable for families. While a minority of reviews mention pacing or value concerns, the restaurant maintains an average rating of 5.0/5 and is regarded as a standout local dining option in Phuket.
Ideal for travelers seeking authentic Southern Thai flavors and family dining.
This shop serving loba, a traditional snack of pork offal fritters, is testament to Hokkien influence on Phuket's cuisine. The menu also includes non-greasy bites such as bean sprout pancakes, fried spring rolls, fried tofu cubes and pork satay. Or try the comforting herbal pork rib soup.