Feast at the night markets and seafood spots

Phuket eats brilliantly once you skip the tourist strips. The night markets, like Malin Plaza in Patong and the weekend markets in the old town, serve fantastic Thai food for a pound or two a dish. For seafood, look for the local spots where you buy fresh fish downstairs and have it cooked upstairs for a small fee, far better value than the beachfront seafood restaurants. A food tour is a great way to find the best, or follow the locals. We'll point you to the markets and the dishes worth seeking out.