29points · on 3 of 6 lists: Phuket 101, Phuket.net and Hotels.com Go Guides
Baba Nest is the rooftop bar of Sri Panwa, a square deck high on Cape Panwa with views running from Phang Nga Bay to the hills of Phuket. A narrow infinity edge pool rings the deck, so the roof seems to drop away into the sea, and the seating is large floor cushions. The drinks list runs to thirteen pages with Mexican tapas alongside, and tables are held with a credit card, sometimes days ahead.
“Epic location, by far the best sunset bar we have ever been to.”
Google review
“Very romantic and relaxing.”
a Google reviewer
24points · on 3 of 6 lists: Phuket.net, Phuket E-Magazine and Hotels.com Go Guides
Kata Rocks is a resort of white villas on a rocky headland, styled on the lines of a superyacht, and the Michelin Guide includes it in its hotel selection. Its Dining on the Rocks dinner puts a private candlelit table on the shoreline rocks, a few steps from the waves. The four course set menu comes Thai or Western, costs 5,500 baht a head for two or more, and runs in season when the weather allows.
“We had the most incredible proposal experience at Kata Rocks.”
Google review
“Everything here is brilliant and the staff are really nice and we were well looked after!”
a Google reviewer
18points · on 3 of 6 lists: Phuket 101, Phuket.net and Tripadvisor
Malika is the rooftop restaurant and bar on the sixth floor of Kalima Resort, on the hillside between Patong and Kamala. The roof takes in 180 degrees of the Andaman Sea, and the daybeds set in water along its edge are the most sought-after seats at sunset. The menu leans Western, with a barbecue seafood tower stacked with lobster and tiger prawns, and a live duo plays most evenings.
“It was absolutely delicious, and the view was beautiful as well.”
a Google reviewer
“Every plate was visually stunning and a joy to look at.”
a Google reviewer
Google ratings from Google on 3 October 2026. Quotes are from the published lists and reviews named beside each one.
Honorable mentions
Fourth, with 14 points from 2 lists.
“Amazing food, especially the Mai Khao fried crab specialty”
a Google reviewer
Fifth, with 13 points from 2 lists.
“I recommend the slow-cooked Massaman Beef Cheek, succulent!”
a Google reviewer
Named on only one list we found, so it cannot be ranked under the two-list rule.
“Perched above the ocean, the restaurant provides a stunning panorama of the bay, especially enchanting in daylight and at sunset.”
a Google reviewer
The lists we counted
- Phuket 101 · October 2026
- Phuket.net · February 2024
- Phuket E-Magazine · November 2022
- Hotels.com Go Guides · December 2025
- Tripadvisor · October 2026
- Phuket Insider · December 2025
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