Sanook Restaurant | Southern Thai Cuisine

Sanook Restaurant | Southern Thai Cuisine is located inside LA Green Hotel in Phuket and functions as the hotel’s full-service restaurant — an easy place for breakfast, lunch, or dinner without going anywhere far. The space is neat and bright, with thoughtfully chosen décor. It’s usually calm inside, and soft background music helps keep the mood relaxed (though the volume and playlist can occasionally feel a bit intrusive). There are pleasant views, plus outdoor seating that’s especially enjoyable during the day.

The menu is extensive, combining Thai classics with familiar Western options. Thai dishes are prepared with clean, well-balanced flavors rather than aggressive heat, and you can easily request a mild spice level. Highlights include the Yum Som O Goong Yang salad (pomelo with shrimp), chicken with cashews, Phuket-style sea bass soup, as well as interesting desserts and fresh coconuts. Families are well looked after: there are kids’ dishes, children’s cutlery is available on request, and you’ll also find comfort sides such as tasty mashed potatoes.

One of the restaurant’s biggest strengths is its warm, attentive service — guests are welcomed quickly, staff help with recommendations, keep tables tidy, and maintain a peaceful atmosphere even late in the evening. Breakfast features a very varied buffet with halal options, although the halal labeling could be more visible. Prices feel reasonable for the overall quality, even if some portions could be slightly larger.