Taste Bar & Restaurant

Taste Bar & Restaurant in the Bang Tao area of Phuket blends a sit-down dining experience with the vibe of a bar and an intimate art gallery. The space is polished and stylish: a bright, airy dining room, an interior featuring works by Thai and international artists, soft music, and an unhurried, relaxed evening pace. It’s easy to get to, and there’s parking nearby.

The menu focuses on familiar comfort dishes with creative twists, with solid options for different preferences, including vegetarian choices. A standout is the multi-course Sunday brunch with unexpected flavor pairings, as well as a fresh breakfast-and-lunch offering — homemade sausages, hash browns, toast with house-made jam, plus coffee and lattes. On the main menu, highlights include fish tacos; a range of flatbreads (including ones with a Nepalese touch); burgers; meatballs; sea bass; spinach-and-ricotta ravioli; and chicken cordon bleu. The gambas/prawn pil‑pil is especially worth trying, with spice levels you can choose yourself. For dessert, the mango crumble with house-made vanilla ice cream is a great finish.

The bar alone is a reason to stop by: well-crafted cocktails (notably the Spanish-style Gin & Tonic and the Spicy G&T), a good by-the-glass wine selection, and a Friday happy hour with fixed-price cocktails. It works equally well for a family dinner, a date night, or small private gatherings.

Occasionally, there may be inconsistencies in menu descriptions or quality control; when that happens, the restaurant handles it appropriately by removing the items from the bill.