Why should you go there and how do you do it right?

Tucked away on Phuket Road in the heart of Phuket's Old Town, Lhong Khao offers a menu deeply rooted in Thai-Chinese cuisine – a culinary tradition with a long history in this part of Phuket. The restaurant attracts both locals and international guests, and its consistently positive reviews attest to a cuisine that continues to impress, even on repeat visits and to a variety of tastes.

The menu focuses on fresh seafood and bold flavors. Dishes like crab curry with betel leaves, soft-shell crab, and fried squid in squid ink with herbs are frequently mentioned in guest reviews. Vegetarians and vegans are also well catered for, with options such as tom yum soup, fried tofu, yellow curry, fried rice, and chive cake. The staff is happy to accommodate special dietary requests. Critics from cities with diverse culinary traditions emphasize that the Thai-Chinese cuisine here tastes authentic and distinctive, and has not been adapted to tourist tastes.

Lhong Khao is open seven days a week from 11:30 am to 9:30 pm, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner during your visit to Phuket Old Town. Its central location on Phuket Road makes it easily accessible on foot from most Old Town accommodations or by a short taxi ride from other parts of the city. Due to its popularity, it's advisable to arrive a little before the peak dinner rush to avoid waiting.