April 29th, 2009 by vanalli
The restaurants in Phuket are one of the reasons why the island is so popular. Whatever you like, be it Indian food or pizza, you’ll find lots of places to eat in Phuket. The dining scene has evolved and all tastes and budgets are catered to.
Not all the Phuket restaurants you come across will be expensive. There’s really nothing wrong with eating 30-baht noodles from a street vendor. It’s what the locals and expats do from one day to the next. Thai street food is revered all around the world, so you know you’re in for a treat whatever you choose.
If you like pizza, there are more than enough pizza restaurants in Phuket to satisfy your palate. As you would expect, Pizza Hut is a pretty strong contender. Hot on its heals is Pizza Company, which actually makes better pizzas than the US giant. For something a little less packaged, check out Toto’s near the Laguna entrance. The pizza there is fab.
Another pizza joint worth a visit is Salvatore’s in Phuket Town. There are lots of Italian restaurants in Phuket. Some might say there are actually too many. Many of the Italian restaurants you might see in Patong are decidedly average. Another one in Phuket Town, and one that’s worth a visit, is La Gaetana. It’s a little pricey, but the food is top notch.
As a general rule of thumb, the Phuket restaurants you find in Patong are overpriced and aimed squarely at tourists. The food isn’t always quite up to scratch, so you may want to look elsewhere if you’re a big-time foodie. That being said, there is a decent food court at Robinson in Jungceylon shopping mall. Food courts are great for trying Thai food. They’re also very cheap, which is always a bonus.
April 8th, 2009 by vanalli
If you would be visiting Phuket Town, then you would surely have a taste of the life of the locals. Phuket Town also offers restaurants that serve the best of Thai cuisine as well as foreign dishes. Forget restaurants in Karon and Patong if you want to go really local. Here is a guide on where to dine in Phuket Town.
1. 2Gusti Italian & Japanese Italian Taste Restaurant
This Italian and Japanese restaurant offers the most exotic dishes. As a matter of fact, even Thais flock over to this restaurant if for a taste of their specialties.
2. Dibuk Restaurant
Another restaurant in Phuket Town that you should definitely visit would be the Dibuk restaurant. They serve delicious French and Thai cuisine. However, the best part about this quaint restaurant is its location. It is located in a charming, restored Sino-Portuguese building, making it a cozy and romantic venue where you can eat great food at reasonable prices. They also have a good and wide selection of wines.
3. Phuket 346
If you are looking for a traditional restaurant in Phuket town, then Phuket 346 would be a great place for you. It is located in 2 renovated sino-portuguese shop houses near the Robinson’s department store. They specialize in home-cooked food that makes use of local vegetables, local seafood and delicious herbs and spices.
April 8th, 2009 by vanalli
Known is one of the most relaxing destinations in Phuket, Karon also offers the most unique and delicious food served in their scenic restaurants, perhaps even more so than the restaurants in Patong. Here are some where you might want to dine in as you visit Karon in Phuket.
1. The Cliff Restaurant
A fine dining restaurant, The Cliff serves Asian and Mediterranean food. You will enjoy getting a taste of the most exotic dishes while taking in a beautiful scenery. Their menu offers just about anything that you can imagine. Their wine list also offers a good selection.
2. Green Chili Restaurant
The Green Chili Restaurant offers seafood specialties that are cooked the International or Thai cuisine way. They also offer a wide array of delicious Thai and western dishes, which are all prepared using just the fresh local ingredients.
3. Harry’s Restaurant & Pub
Look into Harry’s menu and you would find a blend of just about all the famous cuisines from around the globe including American, Italian, Thai and Swedish cuisines. If you are craving for Scandinavian food or a steak house, try dropping by Harry’s and you would surely please your taste buds.
4. Lotus
Lotus is mainly offers Asian and International cuisine. They have a good breakfast buffet and you can order ala carte for lunch and dinner. They also have occasional theme evenings.
April 8th, 2009 by vanalli
Patong can be considered as one of the, if not the busiest of the areas in the Phuket restaurant scene. Aside from the energetic nightlife that Patong has, it also offers a lot of restaurants where tourists can go to to taste the best food in the Thailand. Here are some of the Patong restaurants that you can visit.
1. Patong Bay Garden
This popular Patong restaurant offers Thai food, especially seafood dishes. Here, you can dine by the beach from sun up to sun down as you enjoy their well-prepared Thai dishes.
2. Baan Yin Dee Restaurant
Another restaurant that most tourists visit would be the Baan Yin Dee. As a matter of fact, it is considered to be a prestigious venue in the Patong Bay area. Here, you would be able to enjoy a stylish yet warm and relaxed atmosphere. They also offer outstanding service and a discreet ambiance. Try visiting the Baan Yin Dee to taste a fusion of delectable European and Thai food.
3. The Busakorn Restaurant
A seafood and Thai restaurant, The Busakorn is also one Phuket dining destination that you should visit. They offer comprehensive buffet breakfast as well. At lunch and dinner, you can choose seafood from their display and they will cook it however you like.
April 8th, 2009 by vanalli
There’s more to the island than Phuket nightlife. If you love good food, then you would surely love Phuket. Phuket offers a good selection of restaurants that will suit whatever taste in food ambiance that you have. There are places which serve Western cuisine and there are those that offer Asian dishes as well. As a matter of fact, one of the reasons why many tourists flock to Phuket, aside from its beautiful beaches, would be the food.
Possibly the best cuisine that Phuket offers would be Thai food, which is renowned for its use of fresh and succulent ingredients as well as for its wonderful and exotic flavors. Phuket cuisine is most popular for their delectable seafood dishes. Another good thing about restaurants in Phuket is that they offer reasonable prices so you would be able to enjoy Thai food without burning a hole in your pocket.
Even when you are eating breakfast in bed or having lunch at a small local noodle roadside stall or you are having dinner with fine wine, you would surely love the food that Phuket and its restaurants have to offer.
Here are some of the more popular dishes that you can order in Phuket restaurants.
1. Tom Yang Goong. This is made with jumbo shrimps, lemongrass, lime leaves, shallots and mushrooms and is usually eaten with chili and fish sauce. It has a flavor that is a unique combination of spicy and sour. It can be a great appetizer or a main dish served with rice.
2. Pad Thai. This is a dish that is made up of noodles, bean sprouts, tofu, onions and peanuts. Phuket restaurants usually offer a number of variations to this very popular dish.
3. Kuat Tiew. This is a noodle soup that is also a famous dish in Thailand. The noodles that are used with it can range from thin to wide and it can be served with almost any edible meat like pork, chicken, duck, beef and seafood.
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