


L'Arôme by the Sea
L'Arôme by the Sea sits on the cliffs at Kalim, just north of Patong, with a dining room that looks straight out to the Andaman Sea at sunset. Executive chef Maksym Chukanov, who has worked at Noma and Ikarus, cooks a seafood-led modern French tasting menu with Asian influences and plenty of fermentation and grilling.
It ranked No. 1 in the TOP25 Restaurants Phuket and Southern Thailand awards for 2025, and it is in the Michelin Guide. There is a seasonal tasting menu and a vegetarian tasting menu.
It opens daily from 4pm to 11pm, with the last seating at 9:45pm. Book a table for sunset and ask for the window.
Guest Reviews
Absolutely the most incredible dining experience I've ever had and the perfect place to celebrate my 40th birthday. From the moment we arrived, every detail was exceptional. The staff were genuinely warm, attentive, and made us feel so special throughout the evening. The food was outstanding—every course was beautifully presented and full of incredible flavours. What made it even more memorable was the journey from the sea to the table, experiencing the freshest seafood prepared with such creativity and care. The venue itself was stunning, creating the perfect atmosphere for a truly unforgettable celebration. Thank you to the entire team for making my milestone birthday one I'll never forget. If you're looking for an extraordinary dining experience, this place is simply a must-visit!
Amazing dining experience from start to finish. Every step of the menu was beautifully presented and well balanced — from the opening bites and clam, through the seafood courses, all the way to the main course and dessert. Each dish felt unique and the progression of the menu was excellent. A special thank you to Best, our waiter, who made the experience even better. He was friendly, professional, attentive, and explained every course perfectly. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service. Definitely one of the highlights of our trip to Phuket. Highly recommended!
This place is out of this world exceptional. Everything from the atmosphere, attentive service, drinks, food and experience - truly nothing like it! We came for our honeymoon while in Phuket and the service was so personal and really made us feel special with a handwritten note, a special menu with our names and even a Polaroid photo and honeymoon cake to finish out the night. The meal itself was a surprise in every bite and absolutely outstanding. Everything was so fresh, delicious and each of the 11 courses had a different vibe and flavor which made every meal so unique - not to mention the presentation of each dish was OUTSTANDING! The food was almost too beautiful to eat! We loved each meal and did not leave hungry with the generous portion sizes. The head chef came to our table twice to check in and talk and even gave us a special take home treat. Again this place is one in a million and absolutely worth a stop if in Phuket! Thank you again to L’Arome and team for the amazing meal, experience and service.
Had an absolutely flawless and unforgettable evening at L'Arôme by the Sea! I chose this stunning venue for my marriage proposal, and the restaurant team executed it perfectly. From the pre-arrival coordination and handling the flower delivery, to their seamless assistance during the sunset proposal on the rooftop, every detail was handled with utmost care. They truly made the surprise a huge success. After the proposal, we moved to the indoor dining room for the 10-course Degustation Menu. The food was spectacular and incredibly delicious, and the cocktails were masterfully crafted. The entire service staff was professional, attentive, and warm. This place is the ultimate destination in Phuket for any special celebration or fine dining experience. Thank you to the whole team for creating a memory we will cherish for a lifetime!
This was the best part of our Phuket trip, and we’re so glad we made this decision. Morphine, our warm and friendly waitress for the evening, was absolutely amazing and attentive to every detail. She took such great care of us during our anniversary dinner, and her thoughtful explanation of each course made the experience even more memorable. We also had the pleasure of meeting Chef Maksim in person. The food was exceptional, every ingredient was perfectly chosen and thoughtfully combined to bring out the best in each dish. Chef Maksim kindly shared with us his inspiring journey and philosophy on how locally sourced ingredients can be elevated when paired with premium produce from around the world, creating an unforgettable dining experience. My personal favorite was the creative and delicious take on bafun uni, ankimo (milk bun), and the kalamansi sphere. I’ve never tasted anything quite so unique and flavorful before, each bite was a delightful surprise. Thank you for making our anniversary night so special. We’ll definitely be back for more!
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