TOP Dessert Spots in Phuket

Phuket is more than just stunning beaches — it’s a playground for local dessert lovers too! From old-school Thai sweets loved by locals to unique Phuket-style treats you won’t find anywhere else, these dessert spots are where locals really go. If you want to eat like a local and sweeten your Phuket trip along the way, let’s dive into the island’s must-try desserts together! 🌴🥥✨

🍧A Pong Mae Sunee is a famed street-food stall in Phuket Town, Thailand, celebrated for its signature khanom a pong—a delicate Thai coconut crepe. Recognised with a Bib Gourmand by the MICHELIN Guide, it represents authentic local craftsmanship and a taste of traditional southern Thai desserts.

Known for crispy coconut crepes (A-Pong) with a sweet, light centre — a Phuket classic.

Must-try: A-Pong (crispy crepe)

🕒 Hours: 09:00–14:00

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🍧 Oh Aew Dibuk Road is a well-known local dessert shop in Phuket Old Town, famous for Oh Aew, a traditional chilled jelly dessert loved by locals.

Oh Aew is made from oh-aew seeds, mixed with banana and natural ingredients, giving it a soft, silky texture and a refreshingly cool taste—perfect for Phuket’s warm weather. The shop is located on Dibuk Road, a historic street surrounded by beautiful Sino-Portuguese buildings and many local eateries, making it a great stop while exploring the old town.

Must-try: O-Aew with red beans & syrup

🕒 Hours: 09:30–17:00

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🍧 Prem Dessert Bar is a Thai dessert café in Phuket Old Town, celebrated for its elegant reinterpretation of traditional sweets in a heritage setting. The venue pairs artisanal craftsmanship with nostalgic charm, creating a refined yet homely spot that appeals to both locals and visitors seeking authentic flavours.

Must-try: Signature plated desserts / Thai traditional dessert

🕒 Hours: 10:00–19:00 (Closed every Monday)

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🍧 Oh Aew Chamcha Market is a local dessert stall in Phuket known for serving โอ้เอ๋ว (oh-aew), a traditional Hokkien-style jelly dessert made from banana starch and popular across southern Thailand. It is located within the Chamcha Market area in Talat Nuea, the heart of Phuket Old Town.

Must-try: Classic O-Aew

🕒 Hours: 11:30–16:30

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🍧Roti Thaew Nam is a long-standing halal breakfast eatery in Phuket Old Town, Thailand, celebrated for its charcoal-grilled roti and richly spiced curries. Operating for over 70 years, it holds a Bib Gourmand distinction from the Michelin Guide for providing quality food at excellent value. The shop attracts both locals and visitors seeking an authentic taste of traditional southern Thai street cuisine.

Must-try: Sweet roti / roti with condensed milk

🕒 Hours: 07:00–12:00

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🍧Torry’s Ice Cream is a boutique dessert café in Phuket Old Town known for its artisanal ice cream inspired by traditional local sweets and Peranakan culture. Founded in 2015 by Torry Wongwattanakit, a Phuket native trained in ice-cream science at Penn State University, it has become a cultural landmark blending gastronomy, art, and heritage.

Must-try: Black Sesame Ice Cream & Keemun, O-Aew sorbet, A-Pong ice cream sandwich

🕒 Hours: 10:00–18:00

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🍧 Oh Aew Pae Kiang is a famous traditional dessert shop in Phuket Old Town, well known for its signature dish, Oh Aew.

Oh Aew is a classic Phuket-style chilled dessert made from banana seeds and clear jelly, served with shaved ice, sweet syrup, and a variety of toppings. It is considered one of Phuket’s iconic local desserts, with a long history of preserving its authentic taste through generations.

Must-try: O-Aew + shaved ice

🕒 Hours: 19:00–23:30 (Closed every Monday)

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🍧 Roti Phuket — also known as Roti Phra Sawoei — is a long-established roti café and casual eatery located on Yaowarat Road in Phuket Town. It is recognised locally for its halal-friendly roti dishes and sweet snacks that blend southern Thai and Malaysian influences.

Must-try: Chocolate / Banana Roti / Roti with condensed milk

🕒 Hours: 08:00-22:00

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🍧 Thaivetro Ice Cream is a distinctive artisan ice cream parlour in Old Phuket Town, known for its bold Thai flavours and vibrant, traditional-style décor. Set on Yaowarat Road among the pastel Sino-Portuguese shophouses, it has become a popular stop for locals and visitors exploring the heritage streets of the city.

Must-try: Thai tea or coconut-based scoops

🕒 Hours: 10:15–22:00

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🍧 Tian Tian Phuket Dessert Cafe is a small dessert café located on Phang Nga Road in Phuket Old Town, Thailand. It serves a blend of Thai and Chinese–inspired sweets, offering visitors a nostalgic yet modern taste of local culinary culture in a cosy, retro-Chinese setting.

Must-try: Signature shaved ice/cakes

🕒 Hours: 12:00–22:00

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🍧 Kopitiam by Wilai is a well-known café-restaurant in Phuket Old Town that combines classic Thai and Peranakan-inspired dishes with nostalgic charm. Housed in a restored Sino-Portuguese shophouse on Thalang Road, it offers visitors a glimpse of the island’s cultural heritage through both its menu and its vintage décor. The restaurant is popular among locals and travellers seeking authentic, affordable Phuket cuisine in an atmospheric setting.

Must-try: Herbal sweet treats + ginger tea

🕒 Hours: 11:00–20:00 (Closed every Sunday)

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💡Quick Guide

✨ Most of these are clustered in Phuket Old Town, so they’re easy to cafe-hop together. 

✨ Street stalls (like A Pong Mae Sunee) are best in late morning → early afternoon. 

✨ Local markets (like Chamcha Local Market) also sell traditional sweets if you’re around early.

✨ Ice cream places often stay open into the evening — perfect after dinner wandering.