The winners of the TOP25 Restaurants Awards 2023 in Phuket have been announced.

Phuket, Thailand, September 12, 2023 / TRAVELINDEX / TOP25Restaurants.com, the world's first organization to use artificial intelligence (AI) to curate and award the best restaurants worldwide, is pleased to present its highly anticipated list of the 25 best restaurants in Phuket for 2023. This year marks the third time our restaurant has appeared in this prestigious ranking – a testament to our commitment to celebrating culinary excellence in Phuket.

This year's awards recognize the achievements of Phuket's 25 best restaurants, selected and ranked according to the Restaurant Rating Index – an objective rating and measurement standard based on artificial intelligence and supplemented by professional assessment.

The restaurant hom took the top spot for fine dining on the island. Under the direction of chef Ricardo Nunes, hom creates fermented dishes using locally sourced ingredients from Phuket. Closely following was L'Arôme by the Sea, the island's only French gourmet restaurant, where chef Yannick Hollenstein presents his interpretation of modern French cuisine. Third place went to Jampa, a farm-to-table restaurant with a daily changing menu. Fourth and fifth places were occupied by Pru at the award-winning Trisara Resort and Samut, which serves upscale Thai cuisine focusing on local seafood and regional ingredients.

Nine restaurants were newly recognized and included in the top 25, including HEH, the first Australian gourmet restaurant in Phuket; Semi di Tsubu, the first Itameshi restaurant in Thailand, combining the best of Japanese and Italian cuisine; and Su Va Na, which surprises guests with a maritime dining experience.

Top25Restaurants.com, founded by Bernard Metzger, the visionary behind the TOP25 restaurant guide series, has always set the standard in the culinary world. Since 2018, our annual list and awards have been based on the "Restaurant Rating Index," developed and patented by Travelindex. This index evaluates various aspects of restaurants, including food quality, ambiance and comfort, value for money, and social indicators such as online presence, social media activity, online visibility, media interactions, and AI-powered restaurant review analysis. The Restaurant Rating Index is considered the benchmark for evaluating quality restaurants, and chefs strive for inclusion in the TOP25 restaurants, as this not only enhances their restaurant's reputation but also attracts discerning diners seeking unparalleled dining experiences.

While this year's event was the first awards ceremony for Phuket, we are proud to point out that TOP25Restaurants.com already hosted the TOP25 Restaurants Bangkok awards ceremony in early June 2023, further building on the rich tradition of culinary recognition in the region.

The TOP25 Restaurants Phuket Awards 2023 ceremony took place on September 11, 2023, at the luxurious InterContinental Resort & Spa Phuket. This gathering marked a significant milestone, as it was the first in-person event since the ranking's inception and further underscored the resilience and vibrancy of Phuket's culinary scene.

A highlight of the evening was the presentation of prestigious trophies to Phuket's 25 best restaurants. The elegant trophies bore the name of each restaurant and its ranking in 2023 and were personally presented by Mr. Lertchai Wangtrakuldee, Director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) office in Phuket. This added a special touch to the evening and underscored the significance of the awards.

THE TOP25 Restaurants Phuket 2023 – Ranking of the Restaurant Rating Index (www.phuket.top25restaurants.com)

In addition to Phuket, Travelindex also publishes Top 25 restaurant guides in the following vibrant culinary hotspots: Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Delhi. Visit www.TOP25restaurants.com to explore these gastronomic centers and discover the best restaurants in each city.

About TOP25 Restaurants International: TOP25Restaurants.com, a division of the Travelindex Group, is the world's first independent rating system based on artificial intelligence and human expertise, dedicated to identifying and recognizing the world's best restaurants. With the Restaurant Rating Index, a pioneering standard in culinary evaluation, we honor restaurants that consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences. Our mission is to promote culinary excellence and provide discerning diners with valuable insights into the world of fine dining.

With a global presence in vibrant metropolises like Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Delhi, and many more, we are committed to culinary excellence and offer discerning gourmets valuable insights into the world of fine dining. Follow us on Instagram @top25restaurants to stay up-to-date on our latest culinary discoveries and broaden our horizons. The annual TOP25 Awards put the spotlight on the most outstanding restaurants and showcase the most exclusive selection of dining experiences worldwide.

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About the InterContinental Resort & Spa Phuket: Inspired by Phuket's natural landscape, the InterContinental® Phuket Resort is a luxurious beachfront retreat with 221 elegantly appointed rooms and villas overlooking the Andaman Sea. The resort's five restaurants and bars offer contemporary Thai cuisine at Jaras, international gourmet dishes at Pinto, popular poolside dishes and cocktails at the Pine Beach Bar, Japanese cuisine inspired by the traditional techniques and presentation of Osaka's master chefs at Tengoku, and organic coffee, tea, and delicacies at Devas' Lounge. Resort amenities include the Club InterContinental® Lounge, the Sati Spa & Wellness®, six swimming pools with breathtaking views, a well-equipped fitness center, a tennis court, and the Planet Trekkers Kids Club for multigenerational recreational activities. Located on a secluded part of Kamala Beach, just a 30-minute drive from Phuket International Airport, the InterContinental Phuket Resort has received numerous international awards since its official opening in November 2019, including “2019 Readers Choices: The Best Overseas Hotel” by Travel + Leisure China, “2019 Best Overseas Hotel” by Voyage, China, the TripAdvisor Traveler's Choice Award 2022, and LEED Gold certification.

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