Excellent Thai food with spectacular sunset views - A must visit
Excellent Thai food, beautiful sunset views, and a very relaxed evening
We had a lovely dinner at Ban Rim Pa, and it turned out to be one of the most enjoyable meals of our Phuket trip.
The restaurant is located just outside the main Patong area and is about a 10 to 15 minute drive from central Patong. Sitting on a cliff overlooking the sea, the location itself is a big part of the experience. We reached just before sunset and the views of the Andaman Sea were truly beautiful and calming.
The food was consistently good across everything we ordered. We began with prawn rolls fried with crispy noodles that were crisp and light, followed by chicken and shrimp spring rolls which were fresh and comforting. The accompanying dips and sauces were the best. The Tom Yum soup was very well done, tangy and warming without being overtly spicy.
For mains, we ordered the chicken green Thai curry with steamed rice, which was fragrant and satisfying, and flat noodles with mixed vegetables and chicken that were well balanced and not heavy. One dish that really stood out was the tangy steamed fish. It was delicate, fresh, and full of flavor, and easily one of the highlights of the meal.
The menu offers a good variety of traditional Thai dishes, including seafood, curries, soups, noodles, and vegetarian options. Everything tasted authentic and thoughtfully prepared. The menu has more Thai dishes than any other Asian items.
In terms of pricing, Ban Rim Pa would be considered upper-mid to upscale by Phuket standards. For four people, including starters, mains, soup, and cocktails, the total bill came to approximately THB 10,000-11,000. We felt it was worth it for the quality of food, service, and the stunning setting.
Service was warm and attentive without being intrusive, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed and unhurried. It is a great place for a sunset dinner, a special evening out, or simply a quiet meal away from the busy Patong area.
If you are in Phuket and looking for good Thai food paired with beautiful views, Ban Rim Pa is definitely worth a visit. We would happily return.
