Phuket Food: New flavors at Old Time Square

PHUKET: Beneath a fading pastel sunset with the Phuket Town skyline in silhouette, the Phuket Old Time Square drew in the festive crowds for their grand opening celebration on Friday, February 14.

It was the confluence of hungry families out to enjoy the dance acts, musical groups and local food stalls, and valentine’s day sweethearts for a night out on the town. Families and couples alike were keen to try some of the tasty vittles being sautéed, fried and grilled at the 20 or so food stalls lining the open-air courtyard.

Above the drinks counter is perched a second story dining area where patrons can sit under the warm glow of the Chinese lanterns and catch a birds-eye view of the courtyard. It was the perfect spot to watch the entertainment play out on stage and catch whiffs of the grilled pork, barbequing satay and frying noodles of every shape, size and style.

The prices start at around 20 baht and go up from there. Pay for meal tickets in the booth by the drinks counter and don’t forget to cash in your unused ones on your way out. There is enough variety to appease most and plenty of juices, teas and adult beverages to slake your thirst.

The Phuket Old Time Square can be found where the old bus terminal was once located off Phang Nga Road. The food stalls are open from 5-11pm daily.

— Jeremie Schatz