Phuket is a foodie’s paradise — here are the dishes you can’t miss!
1) Pad Thai
There’s no shortage of pad thai in North America, but the greasy takeout stuff it doesn’t hold a candle to the real deal. Try authentic pad thai at Pad Thai Shop, a restaurant frequented by locals and tourists alike.
2) Satay
No visit to Phuket is complete without trying satay, which are seasoned grilled meat skewers. Number 6 is a cozy joint that serves delicious and inexpensive satay.
3) Spicy Green Papaya Salad
This tasty salad is made of shredded green papaya, green beans, tomatoes, chilies and peanuts. It’s traditionally spicy, but Coconut Bar & Restaurant serves the dish both spicy and mild. Either way you order it, it’s a healthy and yummy appetizer.
4) Khao Kha Moo
This dish consists of pig’s trotters seasoned with soy sauce and five spice powder, served atop a bed of steamed rice. On the side, you’ll often get a sweet dipping sauce, garlic cloves and bird’s eye chilies. Try it at one of the many food stalls you’ll find on the streets.
5) Green Curry
This tangy curry is full of chicken, potatoes, green beans and it is flavoured with a rich blend of coconut, basil, garlic and lime. Natural Restaurant is a Phuket gem that serves up Thai classics made fresh to order. They even offer a vegan version of their famous green curry.
6) Grass Jelly
This gelatinous treat is available as a drink or as a dessert, often served with jackfruit or longan. Find it on the dessert menu of most restaurants.
7) Thai Iced Tea
Thai iced tea is a deliciously refreshing treat made of sweetened ceylon tea served over ice with a dollop of condensed milk. Gallery Cafe is a colourful and casual cafe, and it’s the perfect place to stop in for an afternoon drink.
