Insider has compiled a list of the top-rated cafes and restaurants in Rawai π₯ The best ones go first ππΌ
Groov Gastrobar
Groov Gastrobar is a stylish spot in Rawai, Phuket, tucked slightly away from the main road. Itβs spacious and spotless, with a modern design and thoughtfully planned lighting. Art plays a big role in the dΓ©cor, which makes the venue equally suited to a relaxed evening out or a romantic...
Locanda Del Pescatore
Locanda Del Pescatore in Rawai is an authentic Italian spot on Phuket that feels like a small seaside trattoria. Itβs the kind of place for an unhurried dinner β stay for a glass of wine and watch the shoreline. No flashy lights or βshowβ atmosphere here: just good music, a...
CHICA Rooftop Lounge
CHICA Rooftop Lounge in Phuket is an open-air panoramic rooftop with thoughtfully planned seating and a stylish design. Even on hot days it stays comfortable thanks to the pleasant breeze up top, and when the weather turns, a roof cover keeps the space protected. The menu blends Thai and Mexican...
BRAUHAUS
BRAUHAUS in Rawai is a place where authentic Bavarian food truly feels homemade: hearty comfort dishes, well-balanced seasoning, neat plating, and noticeably high-quality ingredients. The kitchen confidently turns out classics like Wiener schnitzel with potato salad, cordon bleu, pork knuckle, beef goulash with spΓ€tzle, kΓ€sespΓ€tzle, Tafelspitz, and currywurst. For dessert,...
ALL VEGAN Cafe' & Restaurant
The ALL VEGAN restaurant in Phuket is a new but already well-established vegetarian cafe, ALL VEGAN on Rawai. The venue boasts a pleasant atmosphere and charming interior, complemented by excellent service. The menu at the ALL VEGAN restaurant in Phuket is diverse and exciting β entirely vegan, ensuring something for...
Care Tawan
Care Tawan in Phuket is a family-run restaurant known for its genuinely warm, home-style welcome and food that feels unmistakably Thai: fragrant spices, fresh herbs, and dishes cooked to order and served without fuss. Itβs an easy place to unwind and enjoy a relaxed dinner away from the noise of...
Cafe Baan Mai
Cafe Baan Mai β it is the cutest little cafe, and when you get into it, you feel as if you are visiting your grandmother, only Thai. π The interior is full of all sorts of frames, jars, flowers, which creates a very cozy and warm feeling. This is a...
Kukiani Grill BBQ
Our honest recommendation for those who miss juicy meat, the smoky aroma of fire, and those soulful outdoor get-togethers β just without the grill. The new shashlik spot Kukiani Grill BBQ in Rawai is created for true meat lovers. Everything here revolves around what matters most: tender and juicy meat,...
BOOST | Cafe & Restaurant Phuket
Do you agree with the phrase βyou are what you eatβ? Then Boost is the place for you! The restaurantβs menu features vegan dishes, European-style breakfasts, and generous portions made from fresh ingredients. You can choose your mood for the day yourself: βmy body is a templeβ or βgoodbye, diet!β...
Vida Nova Phuket
Vida Nova Phuket β a cozy establishment across the road from Rawai Beach. One of the obvious pluses of Vida Nova: there is a children's playroom with various toys and a trampoline π§Έ So you can come here with the whole family. The cafe menu is extensive and presented in...
El Greco - Greek & Mediterranean Cuisine Restaurants (Rawai)
El Greco in Rawai is a cozy restaurant with a distinctly European β more specifically Greek β feel. Warm lighting, themed dΓ©cor, street lanterns, and an easygoing evening vibe set the tone. Live music is played in the evenings, making it a good choice both for a relaxed dinner and...
KaLa Restaurant by Tan
KaLa Restaurant by Tan in Phuket is a cozy garden restaurant with a laid-back vibe and lovely views. The dining area is open-air, spacious, and set up with plenty of tables and comfortable seating. Itβs calm rather than noisy β an easy place to linger over an unhurried lunch. The...
Otto Restaurant
Otto Restaurant in Phuket is a small, family-run spot tucked away from the crowds and tourist streets. Itβs easy to slow down here: surrounded by greenery and shade, it feels like youβre having dinner in a quiet garden in the jungle. The menu focuses on authentic Thai cuisine with a...
Leikki Neighbourhood Cafe
Leikki Neighbourhood Cafe feels like it was created by kind neighbors from around the world: here youβll find a mix of Scandinavian minimalism, international cuisine favorites, healthy food, and all-day breakfasts. And for those with a sweet tooth β itβs a real paradise! Health enthusiasts will appreciate this cafe in...
Pure Vegan Heaven
Pure Vegan Heaven in Phuket (Rawai area, Saiyuan) is a cozy vegan cafΓ© tucked away in lush greenery. With open-air seating, comfortable chairs, and warm, gentle lighting, it feels like a calm little oasis in the middle of town. Plants are everywhere, and fresh flowers sometimes appear as part of...
L'ORANGE
L'ORANGE in Phuket is a panoramic restaurant in Rawai where design and cuisine harmonize with sea views. A stylish interior in soft tones, warm lighting, green accents, and a cozy atmosphere set the mood, while the windows reveal a captivating view of the sea. The menu truly impresses with its...
Stay Green CafΓ©
Stay Green CafΓ© in Phuket is located within the grounds of Stay Wellbeing Resort and feels like a calm, well-kept space with a fresh, βgreenβ vibe. Itβs quiet, with soft background music, a pool right nearby, and β when the heat kicks in β a light cooling mist that makes...
Home Grain Cafe and Bistro
Home Grain Cafe & Bistro in Rawai, Phuket is a calm, easygoing spot for breakfast, brunch, and early dinners. The interior is modern and spacious with soft background music, and thereβs a pleasant outdoor seating area as well. Itβs convenient to stop by β there are a few parking spaces...
Madre Pasta Box
Madre Pasta Box in Phuket (Rawai) is a small Italian cafΓ© set slightly away from the busy road. Itβs quiet and relaxed, and the food is made quickly without unnecessary fuss. Their main focus is fresh homemade pasta. You can choose different shapes (including rigatoni) and pick between two portion...
Vanakkam Phuket
An open-air South Indian restaurant offering dishes made with health and well-being in mind. Feeling a bit low? Try the Dal Palak Khichdi or rice with yogurt β perfect mood boosters! You'll also find dosas made from fermented batter, served with sambar and chutney. These Indian dishes are crafted to...
Aor Thai food
Aor Thai Food is a small, family-run cafΓ© in Rawai, Phuket, tucked slightly away from the main road. Itβs calm, clean, and pleasantly homey: just a few tables (even fewer indoors), some open-air seating, and a fan at every table β a real lifesaver in the heat. Drinking water is...
Like at home | breakfast
Like at home | breakfast in Phuket is a cozy home-style cafe The best place if youβre a little tired of the spicy Thai flavors β here youβll find simple, comforting food you love. The cafe specializes in breakfasts. The core of the menu is syrniki (cottage cheese pancakes) and...
Home Steak Restaurant
Home Steak Restaurant in Rawai, Phuket is tucked away on a quiet side street and feels like a peaceful garden courtyard. Lush greenery surrounds a cozy terrace that stays pleasantly cool, while inside youβll find soft music and a relaxed, almost homey atmosphere. The dining area is neat and spotless,...
ROCK RIDERS CAFE
ROCK RIDERS CAFE in Rawai, Phuket is a characterful spot that sits somewhere between a restaurant and a bar. You donβt have to be a biker to feel at home here, but anyone into motorcycles will have plenty to look at: striking bikes on display and a rock-inspired interior packed...
Rossovivo Ristorante
A lovely Italian restaurant in Phuket with delicious food and quick service. The prices are above average, but the portion sizes fully justify the price. The place is clean and cozy, and the service is beyond praise - impeccable. In addition to delicious pizza and other Italian traditional dishes, the...
Fillet Steak Halal
Fillet Steak Halal in Phuket is a cozy, family-run restaurant that serves halal food in an alcohol-free setting. The menu combines Thai favorites with familiar international comfort dishes. Youβll find generously portioned pad thai, kra pao, curries, wagyu fried rice, prawns in tamarind sauce, duck, as well as pasta, pizza,...
Meat point
Meat Point is a meat restaurant in Rawai, Phuket, bringing together the best of steakhouse traditions and American BBQ culture. Itβs all about great meat, live fire, and maximum flavor in every dish. The menu features juicy steaks made from marbled Australian beef, brisket and pastrami smoked for 10 hours,...
Coming Home Cafe & Seascape
Coming Home Cafe & Seascape is a small seaside cafΓ©-restaurant on Rawai Beach, tucked away in a quiet waterfront spot. You can choose between an air-conditioned indoor dining room and outdoor tables right by the waterβs edge. With the sea breeze, soft light, and boats on the horizon, itβs an...
Georgian House
Georgian House in Rawai, Phuket is a warm, homey Georgian spot with pleasant music and a neat, clean interior. It feels more like a cozy cafΓ© than a formal restaurant β people come here for a relaxed evening and hearty, straightforward comfort food. Thereβs no air conditioning, but the dining...
Go Vegan Cafe
Go Vegan Cafe in Rawai, Phuket is a fully vegan cafΓ© with an extensive menu of breakfasts, lunches, and desserts. Itβs easy to put together a filling day here: from a Big Breakfast, avocado-and-mushroom toast, pancakes, and granola to rolls and wraps (including falafel), samosas, tacos, pad thai, pizza, and...
Nate. Season II
Absolutely unique place. Here Thai grandmother Nat cooks delicious Russian dishes alone (she once had a Russian husband, hence her love and knowledge of Russian cuisine). Grandmother works alone, so guests write their order on a special form to speed up the process. In the institution there is ascetic Thai...
CY Cafe & Restaurant
CY Cafe & Restaurant is a cafΓ©-restaurant in Rawai, Phuket, close to the Promthep Cape viewpoint. People come here mainly for the panoramic sea views and sunsets β itβs a great stop on a coastal drive, but also an easy place to settle in and linger. Inside, the space is...
Yokozuna Sushi Rawai
Yokozuna Sushi Rawai is a small Japanese spot in the Nai Harn/Rawai area of Phuket, with an intimate dining room and just a handful of tables. Inside, it feels cozy and well kept: a pleasant interior, calm music, and air conditioning. The vibe is simple and unpretentious, with a clear...
The Local Cafe and Restaurant, Rawai Phuket
The Local Cafe and Restaurant in Rawai is a family-run cafΓ© tucked away on a quiet side street not far from the beach. It sits slightly off the main road, surrounded by trees and small houses, so the atmosphere is calm and removed from the bustle of the βtouristyβ seafront....
Marios Swiss Garden Rawai
Marios Swiss Garden Rawai is a cozy, leafy garden restaurant in Rawai that pairs a tropical setting with classic European comfort food β especially Swiss specialties. The atmosphere is relaxed, clean, and pleasantly homey. Even when the dining room gets lively, it still feels easygoing; thereβs a billiards table, and...
Costa Grill Restaurant Rawai Beach
Costa Grill is a restaurant on Rawai Beach with a European character and a hint of Corsican atmosphere. The space is tastefully designed: soft lighting adds a hint of romance, pleasant music plays in the background, and everything feels neat and well cared for. You can choose to sit on...
Crepes Factory Phuket
One of the few places in Phuket where everything is thought out for children is the restaurant Crepes Factory in Phuket. There are many children's feeding chairs, a changing table, and even two play areas. One with toys and books, the other with slides and swings. The menu is large,...
Coconut Seafood 2_Rawai
Coconut Seafood 2_Rawai is a beachfront restaurant in Rawai, with a laid-back vibe and sea views. Itβs an easy place for a quiet lunch by the water, but itβs also worth dropping in later in the day β by dinner time the tables fill up quickly. Parking is usually easiest...
La Cantina Steak House & Pizzeria
Premium steaks made from Australian beef, Italian pizza, homemade pasta, and juicy burgers. All this is at La Cantina Steak House. They know their meat! Steaks are cooked on wood charcoal, which gives the meat a rich smoky flavor. The pizza is a true masterpiece: thin dough and a perfect...
Happy Jack GASTROBAR
Happy Jack GASTROBAR in Rawai, Phuket is an intimate gastropub with a warm, homey feel. Thoughtful lighting, soft background music, and a clean, understated interior make the dining room comfortable for conversation. The staff are genuinely friendly, and the owner, Peter, often greets guests personally. Everything is kept spotless β...
CUP Cafe Rawai
CUP Cafe Rawai is a stylish two-story cafe with home cooking from three cultures: Russian, European and Thai. The cafe has a terrace. The menu features Slavic dishes such as oatmeal, pancakes, and cottage cheese pancakes (syrniki). These syrniki are frequently mentioned by guests. There is a kids' menu available....
Mirage Cafe Bar & Restaurant
Homemade borscht with beef, beef stroganoff with mashed potatoes, Olivier salad with salmon, zucchini pancakes. Craving it? Welcome to the scenic cafe Mirage on Phuket in Rawai! The establishment is located on the first and sixth floors, from where a beautiful view opens up. In addition to traditional Russian cuisine...
Pinzeria Italian Restaurant
Family Italian restaurant in Phuket with a spacious hall, cozy atmosphere, and beautiful sunset views. The chef is from Italy, so the dishes are super authentic: Neapolitan pizza from a dome oven, handmade pasta, risotto, soups, and salads. One of Pinzeriaβs main advantages is a large kidsβ area with a...
La Tacosserie Phuket
La Tacosserie Phuket is a French cafΓ© in Phuket with one clear star of the menu: French-style tacos β made to order from fresh ingredients and designed to be seriously filling. The fillings are rich and hearty in a distinctly French way: chicken, well-seasoned kebab meat, cheesy sauce, cordon bleu,...
Kan Eang Restaurant
Seafood restaurant in Phuket Kan Eang Restaurant is created so that guests can enjoy local seafood with a beautiful view. Itβs a spacious venue with seating both outdoors by the water and in covered pavilions. Live music plays regularly, making it a perfect spot for a romantic dinner. Only the...
Rawai View
Rawai View is a beachfront restaurant set right at the edge of Rawai Beach, with direct access to the water. Its main draw is the ocean view and sunsets: in the evening the dining area glows with soft string lights, mellow music plays in the background, and the terrace offers...