Thailand Guide

Patong Beach Grills in Phuket ป่าตอง

Patong beach grills are known for convenience and a higher bill. They fit a night you already sleep in Patong, if you price the fish, often 200 to 400 THB for a fair plate.

Phuket200 to 400 THB a fair platepla phao Thai food hub
Patong Beach Grills in Phuket

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Thaiปลาเผา · pla phao
Price200 to 400 THB a fair plate
RoomPatong Beach

What it tastes like

  • Grilled fish and squid aimed at the beach crowd. The Old Town stews are a different recipe.

How to order it

  • Thai name: pla phao (ปลาเผา).
  • Say: Khor pla phao, kilo la thao rai, khrap/kha.
  • If the price is a shrug, leave. Bangla Road is not a food plan.

Typical price

  • 2026 cash: 200 to 400 THB a fair plate.

Where to try it

  • Patong beach seafood grills, Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150. 200 to 400 THB if priced first. One Chun and Raya are the Town lunch. This strip is the night you do not cross the island.

Spice level and diet

  • Heat: Mild unless you ask for nam jim.
  • Diet: Seafood. Read the pork and shellfish if you have a limit.

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Common questions

Should you eat mu hong here?
You may find a stew. The named plates are in Old Town.
What is a fair plate?
Often 200 to 400 THB once the weight price is said out loud.