If you’ve been to Phuket, you’ll know all about the dreamy beaches, bright green dense jungle mountains (more like big hills, but let’s call them mountains for effect) and tropical coconut palm trees in every direction you look. For all you Gen X and Boomer friends out there, it’s a dream postcard vibe! (For you Gen Zs – It’s like? I don’t know…better than a tiktok dance?) But what good is a stunning landscape if you don’t have yummy food to pair it with? That’s why we’re here to share the top 3 spots you can score the best meal in Chalong.
There are endless ways to satisfy your food cravings on this tropical paradise island. Anything you can think of! From top end restaurants to local street vendors, from European cuisine to spicy food that will make you sweat for days and spend a few risky nights on the loo. If you know, you KNOW! Whether you are here on a short term trip, are backpacking your way through the sights or are lucky enough to live here, we want to share some of the deliciousness that Phuket has to offer, to help you find the best meal in Chalong.
We are sure that you will be in the south of Phuket at some point, perhaps visiting one of the countless top end gyms, seeing the famous Big Buddha, or checking out some of the popular beaches and bars. Even if you like the secluded quiet life in the north of the island, you’ll surely travel down at some point! And when you do, we want to be sure you get to tuck into the best meal in Chalong.
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Poached Breakfast Cafe
There really aren’t many better ways to start your day than with a coffee and a mouthwatering breakfast to get you going. That’s why Poached Breakfast Cafe is the best meal in Chalong. Like our Mum always used to say, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day!”
We’ve got cosy lighting, minimalist decor, comfy seats and the morning smell of coffee grounds. YEE HAW! It’s literally the breakfast dream! Located right in the heart of the island, just minutes away from the world famous Tiger Muay Thai gym, is the cafe that will change your life. Dramatic? I think not. You’ll believe me once you taste our food!
If you didn’t know already, coffee in Phuket is actually unbelievable and Poached Breakfast Cafe is right up there with the very best. Our beans have been carefully roasted to give you an incredible coffee flavour with every sip. Our baristas specialise in grinding the beans to perfection, precisely brewing and pouring the perfect cup of coffee. Plus our latte art is super cute too. I’m talking to you mocha with a chocolate tree on top.
Coffee is a game changer but let’s be honest, we’re just here for the food! You might have planned a big gym day, a trip to a hidden beach or even a walk all the way up that huge hill to see the spectacular view from the Big Buddha. Of course, you’ll want to start your day off right with your favourite dish from our tasty Melbourne-inspired menu.
If you are an eggy breakfast sort of person then we offer a huge selection of incredible breakfast dishes. We pride ourselves on how we cook our eggs and we want you to leave with an egg-cellent taste in your mouth (*shakes head*). The Pulled Pork Eggs Benny is a customer favourite. Picture this: slow cooked pulled pork shoulder on fresh baked sourdough, zingy green apple to cut through the richness of the creamy poached eggs, thick apple cider hollandaise and fresh pomegranate seeds to finish. Mmmmmmmmmm.
Maybe you prefer things supersized. If so, we have a selection of big beefy breakfast burgers that will give you energy for the whole day. Our house burger is a classic and no, it’s not an actual house in a burger. It’s filled with beef, bacon, egg and cheddar cheese YUMMY. We also have the spicy burger with beef, jalapeños and spicy sauce too! And when we say ‘beefy’ burgers, that’s just a turn of phrase of course, because we’ve also got a delicious vegetarian burger which will blow you away.
We all know it’s boiling hot, muggy and quite honestly sometimes unbearable heat here in the tropics but don’t worry people, we offer refreshing dishes with ice cold fruit juices and smoothies. A personal favourite is the tasty fresh fruit bowl, with seasonal fruit served with honey and yoghurt. Of course, if you want a party in your bowl, you’ll want to try our chia pudding or our vanilla breakfast panna cotta which has all the freshness of the fruit with all the party of our exciting sides.
Of course, there are lots more dishes to choose from, from salads to sandwiches, waffles and big bacon-y breakfasts. No matter what you’re hungry for, we’ve got something for you. What makes us serve the best meal in Chalong is consistency, quality ingredients and our delicious menu full of tried and true recipes. What are you waiting for? Get on down here!
Trooper Eats
If you can’t make it to Poached Breakfast Cafe for the best meal in Chalong, you can’t go wrong at Trooper Eats. This restaurant serves dishes heaped with food – it literally says it all in the name, you need to be a trooper to get through their giant servings! Gym bros everywhere rejoice! Everyone else, make sure to bring your food pants along or you might end up unbuttoning your top button. There’s no shame in it, we’ve all been there.
Western food is a Trooper Eats specialty, so if you’re missing a taste of home, this is a great place to grab a bite. Get a perky little zing in your mouth with the lemon mustard chicken breast on quinoa and black olives. Or if you’re a gym ‘fake natty’ (you know who you are) of course you’ll be wanting the classic meal for a body metamorphosis in just 6 weeks: grilled chicken with brown rice and broccoli. (And a protein shake for good measure.)
If you’re not a chicken lover, there are still plenty of options on the menu. From classic beef burgers to spaghetti, chilli prawns, smoothie bowls and chicken pesto, you can satisfy all your food craving!
Don’t fret, vegan friends, there is whole menu dedicated to you! The vegan skewers are a firm favourite, succulent meat free chicken served with a tasty peanut sauce and side salad. They also offer a vegan burger, hummus plate and lots more to choose from.
If your stomach is empty and you’re craving a whopping plate of food, then this spot is certainly up there when competing for the title of best meal in Chalong.
Lucky 13 Sandwich
I don’t know about you, but in this heat after a long, hot day of sweating out every ounce of energy, something refreshing yet filling needs to be on the cards. Lucky 13 Sandwich Chalong will certainly stop a ‘hangry’ outburst. With its homely interior and relaxing vibe, this is a great place chill and eat a flavoursome meal. It’s definitely worth a shout for the best meal in Chalong.
The sandwiches are out of this world and certainly the show stoppers. They are filled with juicy tender meat including tasty sauces which will be dripping down your chin after a few bites. Woah!
The classic BLT and chicken caesar sandwiches are must tries and all of the sandwich fillings are included in wraps if you fancy a lighter version. All their sandwiches are made on fresh focaccia bread which is packed full of flavour. WELCOME TO FLAVOUR-TOWN PAL.
There are also some really options for you health fiends out there, including a wide range of different salad bowls like the crispy falafel or smoked salmon salad.
Before, during or after a day of activity down here in the south of Phuket, Lucky 13 Sandwich is a great choice for best meal in Chalong.
So where can you find the best meal in Chalong?
With Chalong being the heart of where tourists, expats and locals converge, it means that there is such a wide selection of places to eat. Where you choose to eat will depend on your budget, as there are top end restaurants where you can really flash the cash but there are also some delicious local places to eat if that floats your boat. Our suggestion for the best meal in Chalong is of course, always Poached Breakfast Cafe. With some of the best coffee on the island and seriously incredible food, why not come down and give us a try? You won’t regret it!
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