What is it: This Chinese-Thai institution has served traditional Hokkien dim sum for over a century. You can expect over 50 varieties daily, from generous pork and garlic siu mai to satisfying chewy gar gow, all made fresh on site, daily.
Why we love it: The quality and taste stay true to the original recipes handed down for generations, thanks to careful supervision by the family matriarchs and a commitment to sourcing the freshest local ingredients. Walk in and point to what pleases your eyes in the bamboo baskets, grab a table, sit on a stool and wait patiently. Steamed pork buns and shrimp dumplings usually come first, followed by orders of stewed pork ribs in spicy sauce and deep-fried pork. Wash it down with a strong Chinese tea that helps you power through the digestion and ready to tackle the morning head on.
Time Out tip: Come after 8am for a slightly calmer experience, or embrace the delightful morning rush as soon as the doors open.
Boonrat Dim Sum. 26/41 Bangkok Road, Phuket Town. Open 5.30am-10.30am.
Boonrat Dim Sum (2nd Branch). 5/2 Dilok Uthit 2 Road, Phuket Town. Open 6am-10:30am.
Boonrat Gold. 55/692-693 Chaofa Road, Phuket Town. Open 6am-11am.