Kanin Cafe Phuket

Kanin Cafe Phuket is a laid-back spot for specialty coffee and all-day breakfast. The interior feels cozy, with a light surf vibe and lots of greenery, and it’s set back enough that you’re not stuck right next to a noisy road. There’s an air-conditioned dining room as well as outdoor seating, which often stays pleasantly cool thanks to the breeze (though it can get windy at times). Parking is available, the place is well kept — including the restrooms — and the staff are friendly and comfortable communicating in English.

Coffee is one of the highlights here: you can choose from different beans, expect neat latte art, and find options like filter coffee and V60. They also serve a signature iced Kanin coffee, plus drinks such as a spiced cappuccino with a gingerbread-like note and a cinnamon cappuccino. Beans are sold on site, and they can grind them to match your preferred brewing method.

The brunch menu is extensive, with pancakes, shakshuka, eggs Benedict (including a salmon version), a croissant with Benedict-style eggs, bowls (including the Surf Bowl), açaí and smoothie bowls, sandwiches, and desserts like banana cake, carrot cake, and banana bread. The bread quality holds up well against good Western bakeries, and there’s a noticeable selection of gluten-free items. Portions are generous and plating is often eye-catching, although a few dishes can occasionally come across as a bit dry or bland.

It’s clearly a family-friendly place: there’s a kids’ playground nearby and toys inside, and it’s pet-friendly as well. During peak hours, you may run into waiting times, a noisier dining room, and minor order mix-ups, and prices are on the higher side for breakfast in the area.