8 Best Patong Restaurants on the Beach in Phuket

Whether you’re in the market for an authentic Pad Thai, delicious steak, juicy burger or a slice of pizza, Patong’s vibrant dining scene can provide what you’re looking for. In particular, if you’re seeking Patong restaurants on the beach, let us point you in the right direction by listing out the top eight perennial favourites of locals and visitors alike.

Whether your dining with you loved one on a special occasion, looking for the perfect spot to pop the big question or want a killer sunset view, Patong can offer you any number of choice venues, ranging from budget to high-end. Let’s now look at the best restaurants Patong has to offer on or near the beach.

1. La Gritta

Part of Amari resort at the Southern end of Patong Bay, this trendy-yet-luxurious eatery specialises in mouth-watering Italian dishes overlooking the bay. Choose from an extensive array of authentic Italian antipasti, pasta, meat, fish and dessert items. 

2. Joe’s Downstairs

Joe’s Downstairs offers an unbeatable location on the granite boulders overlooking the magnificent Andaman Sea. Serving a mix of Asian and Western cuisine, this classy fine-dining venue will win you over with quality food and impeccable service.

3. Seasalt Lounge & Grill

Located at the northern end of Patong Beach, this restaurant offers discerning diners a cosy and delicious dining escape. Designed to allow the sea breeze to waft through the indoor dining area, this eatery certainly knows how to make the most of its stunning ocean view. If you want to splurge, go for their grilled seafood share platter. 

4. Sea Hag

Set just a few steps from the beach, Sea Hag is a true pioneer on the Patong dining scene. The restaurant is an excellent place to satisfy your hunger for authentic Thai dishes at a reasonable price and with a side-order of genuinely friendly service. 

5. Baan Rim Pa Patong

For something a little different, Baan Rim Pa will serve you award-winning royal Thai cuisine. From sparkling ocean views to the best chicken wrapped in pandan leaf you’ve ever had, this cliff-side restaurant – with panoramic views of the big blue from every table – won’t disappoint.

6. Da Maurizio Beach Side

This delightful restaurant offers the finest in contemporary Italian cuisine in a beautiful location. Enjoy dining on organic fruits, herbs, vegetables and eggs while the waves crash onto the rocks below. Maurizio specialises in live fish and lobster, imported meats, homemade pasta and the chef’s special tasting menu.

7. Iguana Beach Club

This Club is a cool, chilled-out venue occupying a 20-metre-long beach, flanked by granite boulders with views out to the Andaman Sea, and to the right, the southern tip of Patong Bay. Here, the bar and dining areas are separate. Food-wide, Iguana has a short menu of local and international favourites, plus a complimentary range of drinks.

8. Wai Thai Restaurant No. 6

Situated within the Loma Park Complex, Wai Thai is a relaxing and easy-going dining option, just a few steps to the beachfront of Patong. Here, Thai food lovers will enjoy various local dishes such as papaya salad, crab curry, grilled squid, pad thai, and yes, of course, fresh coconut water. 

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