Phuket is a beautiful island in Thailand, famous for its beaches, sunsets, and delicious food. Many people visit Phuket to enjoy Thai dishes like pad Thai and green curry. But did you know that Phuket is also a great place to eat steak and pizza? If you love Western food, you will find many good places to eat on the island. Phuket caters for a truly international crowd when it comes to eating out.
Where to Eat Steak in Phuket
There are many restaurants in Phuket that serve high-quality steak. Some places offer Australian beef, Japanese wagyu, or American-style steaks. You can choose how you want your steak cooked, rare, medium, or well done. In popular areas like Patong Beach, Kata, and Kamala, there are Phuket steak restaurants for every budget. Some restaurants are beachside or have beautiful views out to the sea while others are small and friendly places where you can enjoy a simple steak without splashing out the cash too much. Some local restaurants catering to the local Thai market serve local beef steaks for under five US dollars.
As with western restaurants, you can expect side dishes to consist of French fries, mashed potatoes, or salad. Being right next to the ocean means many places have a full “surf and turf” meal deal – a steak served with prawns or lobster.
Pizza is also very easy to find all over Thailand and especially in Phuket. There are numerous Italian restaurants that make pizza the traditional way, with a thin crust and fresh toppings and fired in a stone wood-burning oven to give the pizza that traditional smoky flavor.
You can find all the classic pizzas like margherita, pepperoni, and Hawaiian. Many restaurants also offer creative pizzas with seafood, spicy Thai Tom Yum Goong pizzas or Indian style chicken tikka pizzas. Thais are creative when it comes to food fusion. During one promotional campaign, a local pizza chain even offered durian (a foul-smelling local fruit) pizza.
In areas like Patong, Karon, and Phuket Town, there are pizza places that are open late, perfect for a quick dinner or a snack after a night out. Some beach clubs and cafes also serve pizza, so you can enjoy a slice while watching the sunset. Thai people like to share food when drinking – Ahan Len – or play food, as it is known. Pizza is perfect for sharing with friends while enjoying the local beer or soda.
Before choosing a location to eat it’s normally wise to check the menu online before you go. Look for reviews online on sites such as TripAdvisor. You can find out which places are popular with visitors and locals, there are top ten lists for restaurants listed under different cuisine categories.
Phuket is a great place to try both Thai food and Western food like steak and pizza. It is also a paradise for people who love a fine dining experience or a quick, tasty treat on the street.
