The quick answer
Start the day like Phuket Town does, with kopi (Hokkien-style coffee with condensed milk) and dim sum in the Old Town. On the beach it is fresh coconut, cha yen and cha manao from the stalls for 30–80 ฿.
At night Phuket splits in two. For cocktails and a local crowd, go to the Old Town: The Fool speakeasy and the live bands at Timber Hut. For sunsets, book Baba Nest or a beach club in Kamala or Bang Tao. For a big night out, it is Bangla Road in Patong.
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Prices are typical for 2026. Beach-front and Patong prices are higher than in Phuket Town.
Kopi
Strong coffee sweetened with condensed milk, served in the Hokkien coffee shops of Phuket Town alongside dim sum and roti.
How to order it: Have it at breakfast in the Old Town; order it iced ("kopi yen") once the heat starts.
Cha Yen
Spiced black tea with condensed and evaporated milk over crushed ice. Bright orange, creamy and sweet.
How to order it: Say "wan noi" for less sugar.
Oliang
Coffee roasted with grains like corn and soybeans, served black, sweet and over ice.
How to order it: A good alternative to kopi if you want it without milk.
Cha Manao
Thai tea without milk, with lime and sugar. Sharp and cooling after the beach.
How to order it: Sold at the same stalls as cha yen.
Nam Maprao
A green coconut opened with a cleaver and served with a straw. Cheapest at markets, priciest on the beach.
How to order it: Ask them to split it when you finish so you can eat the soft flesh.
Nam Krajiap
A deep red drink made from dried roselle (hibiscus) flowers. Tart, lightly sweet and caffeine-free.
How to order it: Look for it at markets and with Thai food stalls, often sold in bottles from the cooler.
Singha, Chang & Leo
The three big Thai lagers, made for the heat. Often served over ice.
How to order it: Beach bars and Bangla Road charge two to three times the 7-Eleven price.
SangSom Bucket
A small plastic bucket of SangSom rum, soda or cola and ice with several straws, the classic Bangla Road party drink.
How to order it: Share it and pace yourself; the rum-to-mixer ratio varies a lot.
Krating Daeng
The Thai energy drink that inspired Red Bull: small glass bottle, sweet and not fizzy.
How to order it: Find it in every 7-Eleven; locals mix it with SangSom too.
7 bars and pubs worth the trip
From Old Town shophouse bars to rooftops, beach clubs and Bangla Road. Hours and bookings change, so check the map listing before you go.
The Fool Speakeasy
Phuket Old TownA tarot-themed cocktail bar hidden in a three-storey Old Town shophouse; the most recommended bar in Phuket Town.
- Order
- A signature cocktail from the tarot menu
- Price
- About 300–450 ฿ per cocktail
- Tip
- 29 Chana Charoen Road, open roughly 17:00–24:00. The entrance is easy to walk past.
Timber Hut
Phuket TownA long-running live music pub where Thai bands play rock covers to a mostly local crowd.
- Order
- A bucket of beers for the table
- Price
- Beers about 100–180 ฿
- Tip
- Gets going after 22:00; a good way to see Phuket nightlife outside Patong.
Baba Nest
Cape Panwa (Sri Panwa)A rooftop deck surrounded by an infinity pool at Sri Panwa, with one of the best sunset views in Phuket.
- Order
- A sunset cocktail
- Price
- About 450 ฿+ per drink; booking usually required
- Tip
- Book well ahead for the sunset slot; it is far from the west-coast beaches, so plan your ride.
Café del Mar Phuket
Kamala BeachA beach club with day beds, a pool and sunset DJ sets on Kamala Beach.
- Order
- Cocktails or a bottle for a day bed
- Price
- About 300–500 ฿ per drink; day beds have a minimum spend
- Tip
- Come late afternoon and stay for sunset.
Catch Beach Club
Bang Tao BeachAn upscale beach club on Bang Tao with a restaurant, beach loungers and weekend DJs.
- Order
- A cocktail on the sand
- Price
- About 350–550 ฿ per drink
- Tip
- Smart-casual; book a lounger at weekends.
Ska Bar
Kata Beach (south end)A small reggae bar built around a big tree on the rocks at the south end of Kata Beach, with a view across the bay.
- Order
- A cold beer at sunset
- Price
- Beers about 100–180 ฿
- Tip
- Walk to the far left end of Kata Yai beach; flip-flops welcome.
Bangla Road & Illuzion
PatongPhuket's party street: bars, clubs and street performers, with the big Illuzion nightclub at its centre.
- Order
- A bucket on the street, then Illuzion after midnight
- Price
- Bar beers about 120–220 ฿; club entry varies by night
- Tip
- Agree prices before you order at go-go bars, and keep an eye on your drink and phone.
Rankings refer to Asia's 50 Best Bars 2026. Prices are approximate and hours change; check the map listing before you go. Please drink responsibly.
Tips for drinking in Phuket
- Shops and restaurants can generally sell alcohol from 11:00 to 24:00 (the old 14:00–17:00 gap was dropped in May 2026); licensed bars and hotels can run later. There are no alcohol sales on major Buddhist holidays and election days, and the legal drinking age is 20.
- Phuket Town is cheaper and more local than Patong and the beaches; the Old Town bars are best from Thursday to Saturday.
- Beach clubs and Baba Nest often need bookings and have minimum spends on day beds; check before you go.
- Taxis are expensive; use Grab or Bolt, and never ride a scooter after drinking.
- Ice in restaurants and bars is made from purified water and is safe.
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Download FeedMii freeFrequently asked questions
What should I drink in Phuket?
In the morning, Old Town kopi (Hokkien-style coffee with condensed milk) with dim sum. During the day, fresh coconut, cha yen (Thai iced tea) and cha manao (lime tea). At night, Thai lagers like Singha and Chang, or a SangSom bucket on Bangla Road.
What are the best bars in Phuket?
For cocktails, The Fool Speakeasy in Phuket Old Town. For live music with locals, Timber Hut. For a sunset, Baba Nest at Sri Panwa or the beach clubs Café del Mar (Kamala) and Catch (Bang Tao). For a party, Bangla Road in Patong.
Where is the best sunset bar in Phuket?
Baba Nest at Sri Panwa is the most famous, but it needs a booking. On the west coast, Café del Mar in Kamala and Ska Bar at the south end of Kata Beach are easier options.
What are the alcohol sale hours in Thailand?
Since May 2026, shops and restaurants can generally sell alcohol from 11:00 to 24:00; licensed bars, clubs and hotels can run later. There are no sales on major Buddhist holidays or election days.
Is Bangla Road safe?
Bangla Road is busy and generally safe, but agree on prices before ordering at go-go bars, watch your drink and phone, and use Grab to get home.