Foodies all around Phuket, it’s time to break out your happy dance! If you love food, Phuket is the place to be. With its eclectic mix of flavours, cuisines and chefs from all over the world, there is something on this paradise island for everyone’s tastebuds. What I found when I first came to Phuket was that I was spoiled for choice when it came to finding great food, but with so much choice…it makes it kind of hard to, well…choose!
Do you look for the best food in Chalong? Or Kathu? Do you try the fare from the north of the island? Or maybe you should choose a restaurant with a sea view? Do you head to a little hole in the wall for some local nosh? Or travel the world with international cuisine? AHHHH so hard to choose!!!
Don’t worry though, we’ve done the hard (and very delicious) work of sampling restaurants all across the island to find the most delicious meals for you to tuck into. We are going to start at the very heart of Phuket, in the home of one of the most famous temples (or Wat if you’re more familiar with Thai), Chalong. So, check out our top tier recommendations for the best food in Chalong.
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Poached Breakfast Cafe
It all starts here. Categorically the best food in Chalong and the surrounding areas – Poached Breakfast Cafe. Some people say they aren’t breakfast people. To that I say, you just haven’t been to the right place. And lemme tell you, Poached Breakfast Cafe is 100% the right place.
Poached is a concept that never fails to deliver on quality, comfort and taste. We serve breakfast (and lunch actually) all day, so you can always take a bite of eggy goodness no matter what time of day you visit us. We have a Melbourne-inspired menu filled with Aussie classics, healthy favourites, some naughty treats and the best coffee you’ll ever taste. Guaranteed.
Since we all know you’re here for the food, let me start there. We’ve got a menu that is jam-packed full of flavour and has all the range you could need. My personal must-try recommendations are the banana bread. I’m not kidding when I tell you that our banana bread is famous island-wide. It’s soft, moist, full of flavour and honestly my waistline is NOT thanking me but I basically order one every single day I go to Poached. Once you try it, I promise you’ll be hooked.
We also have this incredible twist on eggs benedict with our “Pulled Pork Eggs Benny”. It’s flipping delicious, I’ll tell you that for free. Get a load of this, right: homemade sourdough bread topped with slow cooked pork shoulder that just falls apart, velvety hollandaise sauce, creamy poached eggs cooked to perfection, shredded green apple to provide just enough tartness to cut through all that rich flavour, all topped with fresh mint leaves and pomegranate seeds. It is a hero of a dish that is perfectly balanced and honestly it’s my birthday breakfast go-to! Try it now and thank me later!
That’s not all though, we have a whole list of other brekky staples that will blow you away as well as life changing sandwiches with the most delicious fillings, all on our freshly made bread that is baked right here in our bakery just above the cafe. We’ve got bagels like our ‘Holy Halloumi’ bagel (yummmm) and our ‘New York Chicken’ bagel – seriously, so so GOOD! We’ve also got 3 delicious burgers to choose from that will happily feed vegetarians and carnivores alike.
If your sweet tooth is crying out for sugar, check out our amazing French toast stack or our 2 scrummy fruity waffles that are piled high with fresh fruit, soft ice cream and yumminess. That’s a fact.
And for you healthy eaters out there, if all these sugars and fats are making you feel a bit sweaty, we’ve got some seriously healthy dishes for you that pack a flavour punch as well as being so good for your body. Ahhh heck yeah! If it’s breakfast you’re here for, we’ve got porridges, power bowls, fresh fruit parfaits, fruit salads, overnight oats and chia pudding. Or for lunch, check out our avo toast, or our delicious salads – we seriously have loads that are so yum and covered in our healthy homemade dressings. We personally love the Cobb salad, the Caesar salad and the roasted pumpkin, feta and quinoa salad. Delishhhhh.
Finally, you have just GOT to taste our coffee. We are as passionate about coffee as we are about food and we take great care to get our coffee just right every time. The foam on our cappuccinos are thick, creamy and delicious – seriously. I cannot get serious enough about foam on coffee and we do it right – Every. Darn. Time! Our coffee is full of flavour, depth and richness whilst still maintaining this smooth quality. If you’re a coffee connoisseur, you will not be disappointed.
So I promise you this, when it comes to finding the best food in Chalong, Poached Breakfast Cafe wins out in my book all the time, every time. Check us out and see what you think – you won’t regret it.
Mountain Breeze Cafe & Restaurant
Why choose between a stunning view and delicious food, when you can have your cake and eat it? If you love Thai style food, Mountain Breeze Cafe and Restaurant is the place for you. Try their fried whole snapper – it’s unbelievable! Their pineapple fried rice served in half a pineapple is perfect and we love their Thai style grilled chicken with dipping sauce. They’ve also got western soups, pastas and pizzas if you’re hungry for a taste from home. You won’t want to miss this amazing restaurant at night – it has a stunning view of the city and some of the best food in Chalong.
Hogfather BBQ
Hogfather BBQ is the chief of BBQ places so if you’re a meat lover, this is the perfect place for you to chomp down on some tender, flavourful meat. We love their delicious brisket and pulled pork. All their meat is delicious and packed with a flavour punch. It really is the OG Texan BBQ but in Phuket and WE.ARE.OBSESSED. If you’re feeling hungry, check out their bbq burgers, onion rings, and mash with gravy. Don’t forget to chow down on their drumsticks and wash it all down with a cold beer. Jump on your stallion and head on down to Hogfather for some the best food in Chalong. Yee haw!
Goan Bistro Indian Restaurant
If you’re in the mood for Indian food, hit up Goan Bistro Indian Restaurant. It’s got beautiful modern decor, comfy seats and food that really is chocka block with flavour. Their tandoori chicken is incredible as well as their samosas and their popadoms are abso-flipping-lutely cracking. Don’t sleep on their chickpea curries, their delicious Dahl and their other mouth watering curries. Most definitely a real contender for best food in Chalong.
Pizzeria Agli Amici
Last, but most certainly not least, this little Italiano joint, Pizzeria Agli Amici is the best thing since sliced bread. Casual decor but really amazing authentic pizzas with the perfect crust and perfect flavour. It really is 10/10. Don’t miss their pizza verdue topped with mediterranean vegetables or their delicious ravioli that doesn’t sleep on flavour. If you’re missing a taste of Italy, don’t forget to drop in to this great little restaurant that offers some of the best Italian food in Chalong.
So, where can you find the best food in Chalong?
If we are writing the list, the best food in Chalong can be found only at Poached Breakfast Cafe. We don’t sleep on flavour and we don’t just stop at breakfast either. With a super duper Aussie inspired menu, cosy nordic decor and the best coffee on the island, guaranteed, there is literally nothing you won’t love. Drop on by and check us out. You’ll love it!
If you liked this blog, why not check out some of our other super recommendations such as 4 Reasons Why Poached Breakfast Cafe is the Best Coffee Cafe Near Me