Old Phuket Town, with its rich history, is a melting pot of Thai, Chinese, Malay, and Indian cultures, which is reflected in its unique and diverse culinary offerings. The town’s food history is deeply influenced by the mining boom of the 19th century, attracting a large number of Chinese immigrants who brought with them their culinary traditions. This has led to a fusion of flavors, now known as Peranakan or Baba-Nyonya cuisine.
The local cuisine also features strong Muslim influences, as traders from Malaysia and beyond introduced spices and cooking techniques that have become integrated into the fabric of Phuket’s food culture. Moreover, the island's coastal location means that seafood features prominently in many dishes. The melding of these cultures over time has resulted in a distinctive Phuketian gastronomy that celebrates fresh ingredients, aromatic spices, and intricate preparation methods.
A stir-fried noodle dish with shrimp, squid, egg, and vegetables seasoned with soy sauce and other flavorful ingredients.
Thailand's famous stir-fried noodle dish, which can be made with tofu for vegetarians or with shrimp or chicken for meat eaters, tossed with peanuts, bean sprouts, and lime.
A hot and sour Thai soup made with shrimp and a variety of herbs like lemongrass, lime leaves, and galangal.
A spicy green papaya salad that combines the five main tastes of Thai cuisine: sour lime, hot chili, salty, savory fish sauce, and sweetness added by palm sugar.
A rich, relatively mild Thai curry that can be made with chicken or tofu, with a base of coconut milk, tamarind, and peanuts.
Deep-fried or fresh rolls filled with vegetables, and sometimes with meat or seafood, served with a sweet chili or a tamarind dipping sauce.
Rice noodles served with a selection of curries, typically a mild coconut-based curry sauce, and fresh vegetables.
Indian-influenced flaky flatbread served with a rich and aromatic curry sauce for dipping, which can be vegetarian or made with chicken or seafood.
A traditional Thai crepe that’s thin and crispy, stuffed with sweet or savory fillings like coconut cream and shredded coconut.
A dish blending sweet, fresh pineapple with stir-fried rice, which can include chicken, shrimp, or simply additional vegetables.
Address: 48 New Dibuk Road, Phuket Town, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Famous Food: Crab Meat Curry (Non-Veg)
Address: 19 Phangnga Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Famous Food: Thai Basil Chicken (Non-Veg)
Address: 96 Krabi Rd, Tambon Talat Nuea, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Famous Food: Green Curry with Chicken (Non-Veg)
Address: 173 Yaowarat Road, Talat Yai, Phuket Town, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Famous Food: Hokkien Noodles (Non-Veg), Vegetarian Spring Rolls (Veg)
Address: 16 Dibuk Rd, Tambon Talat Yai, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket 83000, Thailand
Famous Food: Sino-Portuguese Dim Sum (Can be Veg or Non-Veg)
When planning a culinary journey to Old Phuket Town, each of these destinations offers a unique taste of the local flavours, catering to a range of dietary preferences, whether you're looking for vegetarian dishes or seafood delights.
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