Your Favorite Restaurant In Phuket

[huggybear]

I eat at a lot of places here on the island, but rarely do I find really anything "fantastic". Pretty bored with my usual outlets at the moment.

Not big on spending a lot of cash (falang keenyao if you know what I mean, ("Hey! I resemble that remark!")) so I'd rather not see Baan Rim Pa or The Boathouse mentioned, but if you folks could pipe in with where you think the food is really good, and maybe a little why you think it's good, I'd appreciate it and maybe some other members might be interested in something new too.

Cheers, HB

[Ping]

Huggybear, if you have a search through the archives, you will see this has been covered before. It also really depends upon what you are after (type of cuisine) and where would be convenient for you. Assuming you are after British-type fare, in Patong, I would say the best roast ( and their other food is great too, including their excellent desert pies) may I suggest Sheila's (in Soi Sansabai next door to the Yorkshire Inn). The Yorky also does very good meals but for value, you can't go past Sheilas. The Islander In Soi Patong Resort, off Bangla, does good varieties including a roast and a very good (huge) steak and kidney pie, but they tend to leave stuff in the warmer and if you arrive outside normal meal times, you can find the food not at its best (unless you like things like crisp and hollow -read empty - yorkshire puddings). I could go on, but it really depends upon your favoured fare - more information please (and do try a search of the archives).

[Super Hans]

Huggybear, if you have a search through the archives, you will see this has been covered before. It also really depends upon what you are after (type of cuisine) and where would be convenient for you. Assuming you are after British-type fare, in Patong, I would say the best roast ( and their other food is great too, including their excellent desert pies) may I suggest Sheila's (in Soi Sansabai next door to the Yorkshire Inn). The Yorky also does very good meals but for value, you can't go past Sheilas. The Islander In Soi Patong Resort, off Bangla, does good varieties including a roast and a very good (huge) steak and kidney pie, but they tend to leave stuff in the warmer and if you arrive outside normal meal times, you can find the food not at its best (unless you like things like crisp and hollow -read empty - yorkshire puddings). I could go on, but it really depends upon your favoured fare - more information please (and do try a search of the archives).

I have heard some recommendations for Sheila's, but those that have tried the Beach House's on Nanai poo-poo Sheila's in a big way (so to speak). The Beach House's roasts are the best I've had anywhere, including back home.

[Ping]

Huggybear, if you have a search through the archives, you will see this has been covered before. It also really depends upon what you are after (type of cuisine) and where would be convenient for you. Assuming you are after British-type fare, in Patong, I would say the best roast ( and their other food is great too, including their excellent desert pies) may I suggest Sheila's (in Soi Sansabai next door to the Yorkshire Inn). The Yorky also does very good meals but for value, you can't go past Sheilas. The Islander In Soi Patong Resort, off Bangla, does good varieties including a roast and a very good (huge) steak and kidney pie, but they tend to leave stuff in the warmer and if you arrive outside normal meal times, you can find the food not at its best (unless you like things like crisp and hollow -read empty - yorkshire puddings). I could go on, but it really depends upon your favoured fare - more information please (and do try a search of the archives).

I have heard some recommendations for Sheila's, but those that have tried the Beach House's on Nanai poo-poo Sheila's in a big way (so to speak). The Beach House's roasts are the best I've had anywhere, including back home.

Well that surprises me. Sheila's does an excellent meal, you get your choice of three roast meats (or all three if you wish), it is a bottomless plate and it is cheaper than the Yorkshire (oh, and it is a 90 second walk from my house). This Beach House restaurant must be something else. Where is it - I'll try it when I get back?

[Super Hans]

Well, "something else" is pushing it a bit - it's just an ordinary bar that happens to do very good roasts. It's on Nanai, about 100 yards on the left after soi banzaan ie going south. Weds roast pork, sun lamb/beef and they're experimenting with chicken on fridays, which was particularly good, I thought. It will depend on demand as to whether they keep the chicken.

I should add I've never tried Sheila's, although did have their fry up on a similar recommendation, which I thought so so at best.

[Ping]

Thanks Hans. I'll give it a go.

[Kimera]

I eat at a lot of places here on the island, but rarely do I find really anything "fantastic". Pretty bored with my usual outlets at the moment.

Not big on spending a lot of cash (falang keenyao if you know what I mean, ("Hey! I resemble that remark!")) so I'd rather not see Baan Rim Pa or The Boathouse mentioned, but if you folks could pipe in with where you think the food is really good, and maybe a little why you think it's good, I'd appreciate it and maybe some other members might be interested in something new too.

Cheers, HB

You like food from Japan ?

[huggybear]

I eat at a lot of places here on the island, but rarely do I find really anything "fantastic". Pretty bored with my usual outlets at the moment.

Not big on spending a lot of cash (falang keenyao if you know what I mean, ("Hey! I resemble that remark!")) so I'd rather not see Baan Rim Pa or The Boathouse mentioned, but if you folks could pipe in with where you think the food is really good, and maybe a little why you think it's good, I'd appreciate it and maybe some other members might be interested in something new too.

Cheers, HB

You like food from Japan ?

Sure I do a spot of sushi now and then.

[huggybear]

Huggybear, if you have a search through the archives, you will see this has been covered before. It also really depends upon what you are after (type of cuisine) and where would be convenient for you. Assuming you are after British-type fare, in Patong, I would say the best roast ( and their other food is great too, including their excellent desert pies) may I suggest Sheila's (in Soi Sansabai next door to the Yorkshire Inn). The Yorky also does very good meals but for value, you can't go past Sheilas. The Islander In Soi Patong Resort, off Bangla, does good varieties including a roast and a very good (huge) steak and kidney pie, but they tend to leave stuff in the warmer and if you arrive outside normal meal times, you can find the food not at its best (unless you like things like crisp and hollow -read empty - yorkshire puddings). I could go on, but it really depends upon your favoured fare - more information please (and do try a search of the archives).

Sure K. Ping, thank you.

As soon as this yawning festival I'm attending gets over, I'll get right on that.

[Ping]

Well, at least your response didn't disappoint me (just what I expected).

[phuketsub]

Well, at least your response didn't disappoint me (just what I expected).

In Samkong:

good and dirt-cheap Italian food at PPizza, next to Samkong Shrine. Large Heinekens at 70 baht!

Excellent and reasonable Thai food at MaePorn Seafood on Hongyok Utit Rd (the road that runs from Bankok-Phuket Hospital up[ to Rang Hill. On your left not far from the Royal Spa.

Another good restaurant, and very cheap, on the same street is White Tent (look for the White tent out front), opposite the Samkong Park.

Sangkasee is a ramshackle zinc-roofed restaurant that has always been one of the most popular in Samkong. It's always crowded. Very cheap food and delicious, but this is not the place to bring her on the first date as its right out on the street and very smoky and noisy. Opposite the twin 7-Elevens and Idea Pub in Samkong, not far from Bangkok Phulket Hospital.

Not in Samkong:

Leelawadee, next to Kajonkiat School, is great for kids and has good Isarn, Western and Thai food. Very nice staff, but to be avoided if you don't like kids. Large Heinekens 100 baht.

Hope this helps

Bon appetit

[phuketrichard]

without a doubt from living here for 22 years

Kan Eang 2 down in Chalong

Kan Eang 1 is nicer but i prefer 2

If ur in Laguana area, The Black Cat, great farang and thai food at local prices.

Fuji in Junk Ceylon or Cental for Japanese food

"Salvatories" for Italian food in Phuket town

Metropole hotel for there GREAT and inexpensive buffet lunch

[Goldenbead]

Down south.

Ban Hat Rawai for delicious Thai food and lovely view of the islands in the bay. On Rawai beach south end.

M&M's. Italian food. Pizza cooked in a wood fired oven and homemade tagliatelle and to die for tiramisu. Also on Rawai beach at the moment but heard a rumour they are moving inland a bit.

The Corner. As the name suggests, it is on a corner on the road to Naiharn beach. Good Thai and Western food. Usually busy.

Rum Jungle. On Saiyuan Road south of Don's. Great western food. Small. Rustic setting, good music and friendly owner/chef. Great specials. Tony's food is original and inventive.

Enjoy!

[vanalli]

I'm a big fan of La Gaetana in Phuket Town. Also, Farang restaurant is really good and the prices are fab too.

[MisterMan]

Kata- Capanina for great vegtable dishes and salads and of course pizza.

Joes' South- great food all around, incuding their Tuna Tartar. Gorgeous decor and great setting too. Upscale.

Phuket Town - Natural off the market road. Not expensive, popular with Thai families and an overall original! Huge menu with Thai dishes not found everywhere...

Nai Harn - Khao Man gai and Mama Noi's. Mama Noi next to the pharmacy just south of Soi Naya. She has the cleanest ktichen in All of Thailand I think!

I also have a list of bad dinning experiences:

Rockfish in Kamala -

Lims also in Kamala -

Compeltely over rated!!!

PM me for more details

[Zpete]

There is a seafood restaurant down near the pier in Chalong.

It has another branch a bit further around the bay.

Dunno the name, but food is delish, I am a reg there.

Wish I knew what they use to marinate raw prowns and shrimps with it's fab...........yummy.

[smartecosse]

Burger King

Micky D's

Pizza Hut

Subway

the choice goes on and on

[huggybear]

Well, at least your response didn't disappoint me (just what I expected).

O.K., different response:

I'm not going to search the archives as 50% of the restaurants in Phuket, don't make it. So probably there is a lot of old (bad) info in there.

I was curious regarding where people who are on the Forum right now, eat.

There have been some good responses, thanks to all, except for the cat who listed the fast food chains, why anyone would want to give their money for that corporate slop, is beyond me.............although I know he was just going "tongue in cheek".

[Ping]

Well, at least your response didn't disappoint me (just what I expected).

O.K., different response:

I'm not going to search the archives as 50% of the restaurants in Phuket, don't make it. So probably there is a lot of old (bad) info in there.

I was curious regarding where people who are on the Forum right now, eat.

There have been some good responses, thanks to all, except for the cat who listed the fast food chains, why anyone would want to give their money for that corporate slop, is beyond me.............although I know he was just going "tongue in cheek".

[thaigerd]

Have been to a nice place yesterday: C&N Resort, run b a German Chef and his wife.

I had a cordon bleu with french fries and mixed salad:130.-Baht, good quality and a good portion.

Every 1st Saturday each month a buffet for just 99.-Baht, even bought home made Blut-nd Leberwurst(justv eatin right now) dirt cheap and yummy yummy.

Gerd

Don't wanna say more otherwise I'll be accused of advertising.

[phuketrichard]

the restaurnts in Chalong on the water front are Kan Eang 1 & 2.. You eat there you should know the name

I live in kamala and eat on the beach and am always happy.

another place is Woodies sandwich shop in patong, great sandwiches and bagels.

If ur eating thai food, just try anywhere near where u are. very few are bad if u can speak a little thai as then they know you want it thai style ( vs farang style)

and even if its bad so what... its little money as vs the expensive farnag rated places

[scalper]

KATONKA just before laguna my favorite by far

La gaetana of course in phuket town for the food but also for giany's service. Order a bottle of wine just for the spectacle.

For lunch farang restaurant cannot beat them on pasta ( good and cheap), black cat also .

Thai food: i have a lot of favorites i dont even know the names !!

ah and for the view the 360 in layan new bar launge restaurant ( rack of amb are good anyway and nice cocktail and music)

[Zpete]

the restaurnts in Chalong on the water front are Kan Eang 1 & 2.. You eat there you should know the name

I live in kamala and eat on the beach and am always happy.

another place is Woodies sandwich shop in patong, great sandwiches and bagels.

If ur eating thai food, just try anywhere near where u are. very few are bad if u can speak a little thai as then they know you want it thai style ( vs farang style)

and even if its bad so what... its little money as vs the expensive farnag rated places

Thanks for that, Rich.

There are a number of very good restaurants in Chalong, backwater it may be.

The dim sum place on right heading towards Phuket Town, gets me for lunch a lot.

For Farang meals, "Green Man" suits me fine.

[phuketrichard]

try the soft shell crabs ( Poo nim) with curry

mmmmmm

u know they have all theri own farms in Phang Nga, so ur sure that everything is fresh.

Green Man!!! arghhhhhh most overpriced restaurnat on the island and u must be british to enjoy!!!

[huggybear]

try the soft shell crabs ( Poo nim) with curry

mmmmmm

u know they have all theri own farms in Phang Nga, so ur sure that everything is fresh.

Green Man!!! arghhhhhh most overpriced restaurnat on the island and u must be british to enjoy!!!

I'm with you phuketrichard, I have tried the Green Man on five different occasions, each time going in with an open mind thinking, ahhh, tha last time was a fluke, but flat out, the food there sucks.

That's why K. Pings response to my original posting was so absurd. Tells me to search the archives and then goes on to tell me where to find the most bland food on the island. Why did he assume I wanted English roast? Because I'm speaking English?

Spicier the better. If it ain't got spice, it aint so nice. Bring on the heat !

[Zpete]

try the soft shell crabs ( Poo nim) with curry

mmmmmm

u know they have all theri own farms in Phang Nga, so ur sure that everything is fresh.

Green Man!!! arghhhhhh most overpriced restaurnat on the island and u must be british to enjoy!!!

I'm with you phuketrichard, I have tried the Green Man on five different occasions, each time going in with an open mind thinking, ahhh, tha last time was a fluke, but flat out, the food there sucks.

That's why K. Pings response to my original posting was so absurd. Tells me to search the archives and then goes on to tell me where to find the most bland food on the island. Why did he assume I wanted English roast? Because I'm speaking English?

Spicier the better. If it ain't got spice, it aint so nice. Bring on the heat !

OI, Green Man is Ok for a decent feed of non-Thai variety tukka.

I am NOT a pom, giddaway wif ya.

I lurrrrrrve spicy hot.

Just cos I am in a country, does not mean I gotta eat that country's cuisine ALL the time.

My gawd, in Korea, dawg........ yukkkkk

[phuketrichard]

well thats two of us that disagree.

the food at green man is not worth the money they charge. So many other choices

The islander in Patong has much better british food and cheaper although to me brit food is not worth eating.

Like the thai's say

Mi Pet Mi Arroy

Unless it happens to be ribs

Korea, MMMMM love bulgoki and the bbq shrimp although u can keep the kimchi and dog is not to bad

[HDRIDER]

try the soft shell crabs ( Poo nim) with curry

mmmmmm

u know they have all theri own farms in Phang Nga, so ur sure that everything is fresh.

Green Man!!! arghhhhhh most overpriced restaurnat on the island and u must be british to enjoy!!!

I'm with you phuketrichard, I have tried the Green Man on five different occasions, each time going in with an open mind thinking, ahhh, tha last time was a fluke, but flat out, the food there sucks.

That's why K. Pings response to my original posting was so absurd. Tells me to search the archives and then goes on to tell me where to find the most bland food on the island. Why did he assume I wanted English roast? Because I'm speaking English?

Spicier the better. If it ain't got spice, it aint so nice. Bring on the heat !

OI, Green Man is Ok for a decent feed of non-Thai variety tukka.

I am NOT a pom, giddaway wif ya.

I lurrrrrrve spicy hot.

Just cos I am in a country, does not mean I gotta eat that country's cuisine ALL the time.

My gawd, in Korea, dawg........ yukkkkk

Lets go for a Hangi then (spelling)

[phuketrichard]

try Coyotes on the beach road in Patong for good Mexcian, (above Starbucks) ( not cheap thou) and the largest varity of Margarities on the island.

Great Filipino band after 9 pm

[annetta]

First of all, HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!

Just back from Phuket, here my choises for eating venues:

Italian food: Kata, la Capannina da Mario, every meal is a pleasure. Phuket Town: Salvatore. Tried a new place in Kamala: Basilico (it also has a small hotel nearby) and both pizza and pasta dishes were good.

Thai food: Kan Eang (both of them), The Seahag in Patong, Mama Noi in Kata and a place on the beach road in Rawai that do a fabolous roasted pork (cannot remember the name).

Ciao,

Annetta