The Backyard Chalong

The Backyard Chalong in Phuket is a spacious dining complex with several seating options: an air‑conditioned indoor room separated by glass partitions, an open terrace, and a lounge area with different setups (sofas and low seating), background music, and DJ sets. There’s ample parking for guests who arrive by car, and a separate function room is available for events, with banquet-style service on request.

The concept leans heavily toward meat and pizza. Expect juicy steaks, brisket, ribs, grilled dishes, and well-made pizzas with a good crust and generous, fresh toppings. At the same time, the menu is broad and easy to navigate, offering pasta, salads, soups (including borscht), desserts, and solid coffee. Vegetarian and vegan choices are available (such as pasta and burritos), and there’s a dedicated kids’ menu. On Sundays, steaks come with a discount. Portions are often large, and pricing is generally comfortable — though some steaks are served without side dishes.

One of the venue’s biggest advantages is its family-friendly setup: an air‑conditioned kids’ room, an outdoor playground, and a sandbox, allowing adults to enjoy dinner while children stay entertained. Raccoons also live on the property and guests can meet them, though keeping animals on-site isn’t everyone’s preferred format.

Service is polite and attentive, with staff ready to make helpful recommendations. The drinks menu ranges from lemonades and cocktails to something still relatively rare in Phuket — cold, fresh draft beer.