Kamala Beach Restaurants

Argentina Steakhouse

This large restaurant has a fine selection of imported meats as well as a good selection of wines. Look for the big black statue of a bull outside. Prices are affordable.

Location: On the main road to Patong. Look for the Bull Carving
Cuisine: Steaks, Thai and Indian

Baan Rim Klong

One of the favourite expat hang outs in this area is Baan Rim Klong, serving authentic Thai and Indian cuisine. It is also well known for its good value Sunday roasts, served buffet style and its quiz nights every Thursday at 20:00.

Location: Opposite the Argentina Steakhouse
Tel: +66 (0) 8 7620 5009
Cuisine: Thai, English, Indian

Blue Manao

A lovely restaurant serving Thai and international dishes. Blue Manao (blue lime) is a great place to people watch. Nice and clean family atmosphere with affordable prices.

Location: near Bob’s Bar and Papa Crab's Guesthouse on the road that runs parallel to Kamala Beach
Cuisine: Thai, seafood and western food

Casual Beachfront Dining

There are a handful of permanent vendors serving food and drink on the beach during the daytime. Beach lovers don’t have to go far for food or fresh drinks. Prices are reasonable.

Location: On the Kamala beachfront across the road from Kamala School

Charoen Seafood

One of the most well-known family-run restaurants in Kamala, Charoen first opened about 20 years ago and it has a good selection of fresh seafood. Prices generally are affordable but can be expensive for some seafood items depending on weight. Good for families. Read More...

Opening Hours: For breakfast, lunch and dinner
Location: On the ground floor of Kamala Dreams on the road that runs parallel to Kamala Beach
Cuisine: Thai & Seafood

Diavolo Restaurant

Way below, the sea sparkles and shimmers in the early evening light. The sun hovers above the horizon as shadows on the wooden deck terrace lengthen. A gentle breeze ruffles the napkins as we enjoy our vodka martinis in one of the most impressive dining locations on Phuket’s chiseled and beach-indented west coast.

This is Paresa, a five-star resort located along Millionaires’ Mile – one of Phuket’s most renowned addresses. To be more specific we’re sitting in Diavolo, one of the resort’s restaurants. Diavolo is unusual in concept as it shares space with Talung Thai, the resort’s signature Thai restaurant. Read More...

Location: At Paresa Resort
Tel: 076 302 000

Duck Spicy (Laab Ped)

If you fancy real Thai food, try the Duck Spicy – a small and simple restaurant offering a good range of spicy stuff such as som tam (spicy papaya salad) and laab ped (spicy duck salad). Prices are affordable.

Opening Hours: Lunch and dinner
Location: On Kamala Main Road
Cuisine: Local Thai (and Issan) food
Price Range: Affordable

Emerald Café

Emerald Café is a part of a long-established hotel in Kamala, the Club Hotel & Restaurant. The blue-and-white building is very visible from the road. Other outlets here include the Rooftop Restaurant and the Club Restaurant. They also have pool tables and prices are reasonable.

Location: On the main road
Tel: +66 (0) 81 893 4911
Cuisine: Thai and international

HC Andersen's

On the opposite side of the road from Blue Manao there's HC Andersen's which has a reputation for good food. Great for families and prices are affordable.

Location: On the road that runs parallel to Kamala Beach
Cuisine: International and Thai

Kamala Bakery

Another breakfast location is the Kamala Bakery, just a few houses down from the new Bangkok Bank on the main road. The bakery has good breakfast options and tasty bread.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Near Bangkok Bank on the main road
Cuisine: Deli & bread

Kamala Coffee House

Kamala Coffee House is a two-storey place with a breezy terrace that offers a nice ocean view. There is nothing fancy about their simple food but it is a good location to watch the world go by.

Location: Right next to the canal on the road that runs parallel to Kamala Beach.
Cuisine: Ice cream, coffee, easy food

Le Gourmet

Le Gourmet is another very popular restaurant on Kamala Beach, serving Thai, seafood, pizza and European cuisine.  It offers a sofa lounge, pool table, and open-air style dining.

Opening Hours: From 11:00 until late.
Location: When you reach the bottom of the hill from Patong, it is at the corner of the main road before turning left to the beach.
Tel: +66 (0) 76 278 016
Cuisine: Thai and western

Live Present Moment

Live Present Moment is a restaurant/café/bed & breakfast – all under one roof. Known for its tasty and healthy food along with a good variety of lovely coffee, the restaurant is located in Kamala and is open every day at 08:30 for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Among their popular dishes are Vietnamese wraps with choices of chicken or shrimp, grilled lamb salad and green curry. It offers free Wi-Fi and friendly service.

Opening Hours: Daily from 08:30 – 22:00
Location: 16/15 Rim Had Road, Kamala, Phuket
Tel: 089 191 8488
Cuisine: Asian Fusion, tapas and sandwiches

Mountain View Restaurant

Another local favourite hangout, Mountain View restaurant serves Mexican food with some excellent Rock n' Roll background tunes. It serves up to 250 covers. A great place for partying.

Opening Hours: 12.00 - 02:00
Location: On Kamala Main Road, near the Bangkok Bank
Tel: +66 (0) 76 279 486

Pavilion Beach Restaurant

Pavilion Beach Restaurant is another perfect spot for a day or night out (equally good for both). It is set right on the Kamala Beach at the corner opposite Kamala School. A big, open-air restaurant with lots of room, they offer everything from Thai food to burgers, spaghetti and more. Family friendly, with reasonable prices.

Opening Hours: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Location: Opposite the Kamala School on the corner
Cuisine: Thai, seafood and international

Rockfish Restaurant in Kamala

Rockfish is one of the best looking open-air, sea view restaurants in Phuket. A perfect place for romantic dining or a special night out, its menu consists of modern & international dishes with an excellent wine list. Rockfish hosts cool parties with DJ's. Breakfast and set lunches are reasonable but afternoon and evening dining is expensive.

Opening Hours: Daily from 08:00 until late
Location: As soon as you reach the bottom of the hill from Patong take a left along the southern end of the bay, look for the Rockfish sign. It is right next to Kamala Beach Estate.
Tel: +66 (0) 76 279732
Cuisine: Asian-influenced fusion food and Australian

Sala Thai

Located right on the waterfront at Kamala Beach, its menu consists of both Thai and western food. Parking is also available. Prices are affordable.

Location: Near Kamala Dreams
Cuisine: Thai & International

Salt & Pepper

Salt & Pepper does great western food. You can dine with your table on the sand. Friendly staff, great beach atmosphere, great for families, good food at affordable prices.

Opening Hours: For lunch and dinner
Location: On the beach, near Kamala Dreams
Tel: +66 (0) 76 385 371
Cuisine: Swedish, Western and Thai

Same Same, But Different

As the name suggests, this restaurant serves Thai Food in a cozy atmosphere.

Location: On the road that runs parallel to Kamala beach, near Kamala Dreams
Tel: +66 (0) 76 385606
Cuisine: Thai and European

White Orchid

Situated at the end of Kamala Bay, White Orchid has been open for over a decade. This local family-run restaurant offers Thai and European food along with imported wines. Prices are affordable.

Opening Hours: Daily from 11:00 -22:30
Location: Opposite Phuket Marriott Resort & Spa at Kamala Cove (formerly Kamala Bay Terrace)
Tel: +66 (0) 81 892 9757
Cuisine: Thai/European