4 Best Restaurants in Patong, Phuket and the Andaman Coast

For a change of pace from Thai food, head to this Italian restaurant specializing in seafood. Dishes are presented with flair and the busy black-and-white dining room is a lively backdrop. Features include an extensive à la carte menu, outstanding wines, and a signature degustation menu. For a simpler meal, pick one of the homemade pastas or a wood-fired pizza.

Just about 2 km north of Patong and perched over the water, Baan Rim Pa is a beloved institution, laid out over several levels to showcase the stunning panoramic views of the Andaman Sea. Alfresco dining, a piano and cocktail bar, and a range of classic Thai dishes make this one of Phuket’s perennial favorites.

An Italian bar-ristorante is the last in the trio of Patong's cliff restaurants. Dining is just above a secluded beach. Try pizza, fettuccine, ravioli, and other Italian traditions, or opt for fresh seafood baked in a wood-burning oven. The restaurant prides itself on its use of exclusively organic ingredients.

This old-school restaurant in the Holiday Inn Resort serves prime cuts of imported beef prepared with notable French flair and presentation. The atmosphere is peaceful, away from the crowds on Patong's busy streets.