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Used Books Cafe

Restaurant Thai restaurant

One of the Top rated Thai restaurants in Wichit


Address

6/16 Soi Ao-Yon Khaokhad, Tambon Wichit, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat, Vichit, Muang, Phuket 83000, Thailand

Website

usedbookscafe.business.site

Contact

+66 81 579 2707

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (207 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Saturday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Monday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Tuesday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Wednesday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Thursday: 8 am to 9 pm
  • Friday: 8 am to 9 pm

Featured Reviews


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  • 5/5 Bjorn de H. 1 year ago on Google
    In one word; amazing. We did the thai cooking class. Togheter with grandma, sister and owner we made a menu fit to our prefrences. They take the time for you and spread the love of thai food and good vibes. If you are looking for a authentic thai cooking class? Look no further, this is the place!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adam D. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is a hidden gem! It's full of personality and run by an incredibly kind hearted family. You're guaranteed delicious home cooked food in a clean setting with a view of the ocean on one side and an eclectic assortment of used books on the other. At the time of writing this, all the standard Thai classics are on the menu at a reasonable price. I'm into curry and was there nearly everyday. PS, there are also a couple cats, Tiger and Tony, for animal lovers 😜 This was my favorite place in all of Ao Yon beach. Enjoy!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mo S. 2 years ago on Google
    The place was nice and lovely, but the view tho! So breathtaking! With that price point, I didn’t expect to be that good! They also have a gluten-free, dairy-free brownie option available for you 😋
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ade T. 7 months ago on Google
    Cozy, charming, outstanding and magical are some words that come to mind to describe this place. The view of the sea is gorgeous, the staff welcomes you with open arms, the food is extremely good and authentic, there’s just nothing to complain about. You HAVE to visit this place if you’re in the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nick H. 6 years ago on Google
    Best local Thai food! Forget the expensive beach front or big name restaurants. Here you will experience authentic local Thai food, cooked fresh and super cheap! Amazing range of books for sale throughout. Support these people not the big players!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 EnvyMe 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) In advance we can only rate the Thai food. The food was delicious and you don't have to wait long. Service was also very courteous and friendly. Clear recommendation (Original) Vorab wir können nur das thailändische Essen bewerten. Das Essen war super lecker und man muss auch nicht lange warten. Bedienung war auch sehr zuvorkommend und freundlich. Klare Weiterempfehlung
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ollie R. 2 years ago on Google
    What an amazing find! Situated on the hill overlooking the sea it is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat and something to drink. The staff are so friendly and are unobtrusive whilst you sit there and enjoy the scenery. The food is exceptional and very reasonably priced. Also the decor of old books really makes it feel cosy. Will definitely be back!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hanna H. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Small cozy restaurant with a very own style. The owner cooks herself and is very friendly and accommodating - we were given anti-mosquito spray in the evening and we were allowed to try different fruits for free. The food is very tasty and cheap. We ate there almost every day during our stay. Simply cozy atmosphere, super nice service and delicious food. We would love to come back! 😊☀️ (Original) Kleines gemütliches Restaurant mit einem ganz eigenen Stil. Besitzerin kocht selbst und ist sehr freundlich und zuvorkommend - uns wurde am Abend Antimücken Spray gegeben und wir durften verschieden Früchte kostenlos probieren. Das Essen ist sehr lecker und günstig. Wir waren während unseres Aufenthalts fast jeden Tag dort essen. Einfach gemütliche Atmosphäre, super netter Service und leckeres Essen. Wir kommen gerne wieder! 😊☀️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 betta f. 4 years ago on Google
    Definitely a place to visit. Here we had the best food in the entire trip in Thailand. The place itself is so cosy and the view is stunning. The food fresh and tasty. My boyfriend also joined the cooking class and he enjoyed it a lot. It is worth going to Panwa just to eat in this place
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Toni F. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very small inconspicuous restaurant with great Thai cuisine. Only cash is accepted! There are only 3 tables, the cook is highly recommended. Not recognizable as a restaurant from the outside. Don't be afraid to enter. (Original) Ganz kleines unscheinbares Restaurant mit großartiger Thaiküche. Nur Bargeld wird akzeptiert! Es gibt nur 3 Tische, die Köchin ist sehr zu empfehlen. Von außen nicht als Restaurant zu erkennen. Traut euch ruhig einzugehen.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Elise B. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a darling little secluded place with great food, beautiful views, and a quirky chill vibe. Limited English so if that's your language be prepared with pantomime or Google translate.

  • 3/5 Raymond B. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) smoothie too much water. spring rolls not firm too wet. both curry dishes too runny. so for that I give a 3 (Original) smoothie beaucoup trop d'eau. les rouleaux du printemps pas ferme trop mouillé. les deux plats de curry trop liquide. donc pour ca je donne un 3

  • 5/5 Людмила �. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Super view, delicious food. (Original) Супер вид,вкусная еда.

  • 5/5 Parichat B. 4 years ago on Google
    nice and simple

  • 4/5 Ameena A. 4 years ago on Google
    Had the best chicken curry masalam.. although its not so fancy inside just to keep in mind

  • 5/5 C Z. 4 years ago on Google
    This is awesome value!!! Come and give a try! Best in this area!!!

  • 5/5 Ismail K. 4 years ago on Google
    This place is really amazing.. Please go here if you want to try authentic home food in a restaurant.

  • 5/5 孙飞 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The host is very welcoming, a very quiet place, looking at the sea from afar, I can read a book when I wait for the meal~ (Original) 主人很热情,很安静的地方,远看大海,等餐等我时候可以看看书~

  • 5/5 Peter P. 4 years ago on Google
    Great THAIFOOD & Lovely Place with great SEAVIEW

  • 5/5 Kate 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely little cafe, amazing pineapple fried rice - we came here twice during our stay.

  • 5/5 Javier G. 4 years ago on Google
    Perfect place to have any meal...breakfast, lunch, dinner. Great staff and lovely food.

  • 5/5 Carl S. 5 years ago on Google
    We absolutely loved this place! The chef/proprietor of the place is a gem! Our favorite restaurant in Tambon Wichit.

  • 5/5 Morten F. 5 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cozy little place with great views (Original) Hyggeligt lille sted med fantastisk udsigt

  • 5/5 Sherrylynn H. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful cafe and restaurant run by the nicest people! Great place to eat, chat or just bury your nose in a book. The food was some of the best I tried in Thailand, don’t skip on their mango sticky rice! Two cats to keep you company (Tony and Tiger) and the lovely owners makes for a feeling of coming home far away from home. ♥️

  • 5/5 Thieffry S. 2 years ago on Google
    Phim and his family are very kind and warm. The food is excellent and there is a great view. You can even read books in different languages ​​and there are two cats keeping company. You can also get a massage. The prices are very attractive. I recommend this place 100%.

  • 5/5 W. N. 2 years ago on Google
    I came here to this family run cafe every single day for a month for coffee, which is the best tasting and best value in the area. The decor is the cutest in the whole area...books everywhere (also for sale which is good for beach lounging time), sleeping cats,and the best view of any of the cafe-restaurants on the south coast of phuket. Pim runs the place, and she is very attentive and a great cook. She speaks great English, too. She is also an amazing Dj judging by the music in the cafe. Check the pictures and come by, its dope 👌 I approve.

  • 5/5 Marc S. 2 years ago on Google
    A unique place located close to Panwa and Ao Yon. A combination of used book store, restaurant, coffee shop, massage and cooking classes. Views to die for and wonderful arty decor using books and paintings. All run by a lovely multi-generational family. Learning how to cook Thai dishes and then inviting your family to taste is a winning idea. A must stop if you are in the area.

  • 5/5 Marcus H. 2 years ago on Google
    Best place in the neighborhod! Great food prepared by grandma, great massages by excellent staff. Really great family athmosphere! We will come back anytine! Live you girls!

  • 5/5 Foo D. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely cafe with plenty of used books for sale. Chill atmosphere and a nice view. The owner is friendly, the food great. Try the spring rolls here too.

  • 5/5 Jemma P. 10 months ago on Google
    The cutest place! Amazing range of books, most in English but some in other European languages. Lovely family who runs it. We spent a lot of time talking to them and patting their cat Tony. Wish I could have stayed for food as the tables had the best view

  • 5/5 Satchel W. 4 months ago on Google
    My friends and I had an absolutely wonderful meal at this café. The food was the best by far we ate in Thailand, made with love by the mother and daughter running the place. They're so kind. My friends said it was the best pineapple fried rice she ever had. I had the Thai green curry, and it was delicious.

  • 5/5 Bini A. 3 months ago on Google New
    This place has been the most amazing place we have been to in Thailand! This Cafe is so peaceful and lovely, with an amazing view. The food has been the best food we have had since we’ve came to Thailand. Also, this uplifting energy in this place is out of this world. I never felt so welcomed anywhere else! Thank you so much! Would highly recommend!!! Love from Aysi & Danny ❤️

  • 5/5 Stephen 4 months ago on Google
    My family and I have eaten here 10 plus times in the month we have been here, and each and every meal was fantastic. The view is nice, and my kids enjoyed reading their for sale used books. The service was the best of all. The waiter is always kind and gets the order right, and the queen B grandma is super sweet and cooks the most wonderful Thai food I have ever had.

  • 5/5 Jonathan T. 5 months ago on Google
    Really nice family owned restaurant - delicious food. Well priced and with an absolutely incredible view overlooking the sea and islands. If you want great Thai food at a good price with a brilliant view id definitely recommend coming here. Lots of books to on bookshelves to read through too! A huge selection. Thanks :)

  • 5/5 Kateřina S. 4 years ago on Google
    Beautiful seaside view, delicious food and very welcoming stuff. Love that place! 😍

  • 5/5 Jeff P. 4 years ago on Google
    Easily my favorite place to eat in all of Thailand. I wish I could’ve stayed longer in Phuket to try even more of the menu....easily the best food I had while in Thailand. I miss you guys! Thanks for all the amazing spicy dishes and next time I’ll make you pizza :)

  • 5/5 Lisa R. 5 years ago on Google
    I spent 2 weeks near here, Feb 16- Mar 3 2019. The coffee was expensive and not great in my opinion, I stuck to the shakes. I rate this 5* not for the coffee: I received a great massage here, 90 minutes oil massage was fabulous. I do not like hard pressure and she read my body very well. The staff can get distracted sometimes, the shop has 2 rooms and sometimes you need to remind them you are over in next room. This place is fabulous, good view, nice staff, great massage, delicious food, reasonably priced for the area. Tiger is sweet kitty totally chill.... I miss these guys already

  • 5/5 Christian M. 4 years ago on Google
    The food and service were excellent!! Vegetarian options are available as are gluten free and some vegan. Would highly recommend!!!

  • 5/5 Benjamin S. 6 years ago on Google
    I don’t know how else I could describe this food but the best I have ever had the opportunity to enjoy. The home/used book store is charming and a calm to the point I would crash on the couch, it was so welcoming and comfortable. The owners are so nice and welcoming. The food, so flavourful and incredible I just don’t have words for it. If I’m Thailand period, make the trip to Phuket and come here please you will not regret it...

  • 5/5 Nazar H. 5 years ago on Google
    Amazing delicious food with a breathtaking view. Very cozy and a must try. Try pineapple fried rice with shrimp on a banana leaf and homemade coconut ice cream for the dessert. Some of the best dishes I had in Thailand.

  • 4/5 Kenneth W. 5 years ago on Google
    Great cozy little cafe. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was really nice.

  • 5/5 Black O. 5 years ago on Google
    Squint just right and the view from this quaint bookstore Cafe feels like some chill Caribbean island. The owners are kind, the is food cheap and delicious, the beer is ice cold and the books are varied. This is the kind of place you can happily spend an entire afternoon. 🌞😎🍻 Ao Yon beach is a short jaunt down and this place is within easy walking distance from plenty of boutique hotels and Air BNBs. Highly recommend trying the Khao Soi and the home made coconut ice cream. 😋👍👍👍

  • 4/5 Dan 5 years ago on Google
    Food is OK (food is probably 4.0 rather than 4.9) but the view is exceptional.

  • 5/5 Frederic P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place.

  • 4/5 เทียนศิริ �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Delicious food, beautiful restaurant, good weather Kind people, friendly, cute everyone. (Original) อาหารอร่อย ร้านสวยอากาศดี คนใจดีเป็นกันเองน่ารักทุกคนค่ะ

  • 5/5 yutasat s. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The shop is friendly, inexpensive, the owner is kind. Like sitting at home eating coffee (Original) ร้านเป็นกันเอง ราคาไม่แพง เจ้าของร้านใจดี เหมือนนั่งกินข้าวกินกาแฟ อยู่บ้าน

  • 5/5 S 3 years ago on Google
    This cute restaurant/used bookstore/Massagesalon stole my heart. The owner of this shop is so sweet. Her cooking is amazing. She loves singing along to Elvis Presley and other 60s love songs which gave me a ‘homey’ feeling. Amazing view, ambiance, the sweet (always sleeping) cats. You can’t capture this amazing place into words or with a picture. Definitely a must visit if you look for an intimate/cosy authentic experience.

  • 5/5 Daisy Langrish G. 3 years ago on Google
    Incredible view, amazing food, great owner and host!! We tried 5 dishes off the menu and they were all superb! We highly recomend for local food and q good selection of books too!

  • 5/5 Tereza V. 4 years ago on Google
    Delicious food, nice people. Will definitely go back!

  • 5/5 Christine K. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Thanks to google for showing us this little piece of paradise. Breathtaking view and quality lunch. Warm welcome (Original) Merci à google de nous avoir indiqué ce petit coin de paradis. Vue imprenable et déjeuner de qualité. Accueil chaleureux

  • 5/5 Rémi B. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing place ! Delicious food, fantastic view, lovely place surrounded by old books, very nice owners. I warmly recommend. Don't miss it in Ao Yong 😃

  • 4/5 Suwan K. 4 years ago on Google
    😉😉

  • 3/5 Sebastian Z. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Because of the cool idea with the books and the good reviews, we decided to have dinner here. We ordered Fried Rice with Pinapple and Chicken twice. On the menu, this dish was served in half a pineapple (as you get it in other restaurants) When we received our food we were disappointed that the dish was only served on one plate. The food itself was very tasty and tasty, flavored and fresh. For dinner we ordered two mango shakes and were asked if they wanted to be made with sugar. We said no, but unfortunately had to find out that we had already drunk much better and fruity Mango Shake (also without sugar). The owner, always smiling, was friendly and passionate about it. However, we had to wait a long time for a condition during our visit. This is a shame because there are actually only two fourth tables outside and only one was occupied when we came. Even after we had eaten for a long time, no one came by, so we didn't want to order a Mango with sticky rice anymore, even though we had planned to. We also requested the bill by standing up and checking for the service because no one came by anymore. Generally this is a cute little restaurant with a great ambience and good food. In our opinion, the service could still be worked on. (Original) Aufgrund der coolen Idee mit den Büchern und den guten Bewertungen haben wir uns dazu entschlossen hier zu Abend zu essen. Wir bestellten zwei mal Fried Rice with Pinapple and Chicken. Auf der Speisekarte war dieses Gericht in einer halben Ananas angerichtet (wie man es auch in anderen Restaurants bekommt) Als wir unser Essen erhielten waren wir enttäuscht, dass das Gericht nur auf einem Teller serviert wurde. Das Essen an sich war aber sehr lecker und schmackhaft gewürzt und frisch. Zum Essen bestellten wir zwei Mango Shakes und wurden gefragt ob diese mit Zucker gemacht bekommen wollen. Wir verneinten, mussten aber leider feststellen, dass wir schon deutlich bessere und fruchtiger Mango Shake (auch ohne Zucker) getrunken haben. Die immer sympathisch lächelnde Besitzerin war aber freundlich und mit Herzblut dabei. Allerdings mussten wir bei unserem Besuch recht lange auf eine Bedingung warten. Dies ist schade, denn eigentlich gibt es nur zwei vierter-Tische draußen und nur einer war belegt als wir kamen. Auch nachdem wir bereits länger aufgegessen hatten, kam niemand mehr bei uns vorbei, sodass wir keinen Mango with sticky rice mehr bestellen wollten, obwohl wir das fest vorhatte. Die Rechnung forderten wir ebenfalls an, indem wir aufgestanden sind und nach dem Service schauten, weil niemand mehr vorbeischaute. Generell ist dies ein kleines süßes Restaurant mit tollem Ambiente und gutem Essen. Am service könnte man unserer Meinung nach aber noch etwas arbeiten.

  • 5/5 Darius B. 4 years ago on Google
    Best green curry and mango sticky rice in the area by far. Incredible non-dairy smoothies. Can't go wrong ordering anything on the menu. Several options I couldn't find anywhere else and deeply enjoyed. The owner is one of the nicest people I have ever met. Keep an eye out for the cats! (One of them is named tiger but don't be alarmed, friendly kitty)

  • 5/5 Philipp B. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Great Thai food and best massage (Original) Super Thai Food and beste Massage

  • 5/5 Arzu E. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Both cafe, library and massage parlor are very kind people (Original) Hem cafe hem kütüphane hem masaj salonu çok kibar insanlar

  • 4/5 Jolene C. 4 years ago on Google
    A cute little place with good local food. The ladies who run it are friendly and the place also offers massages. The food was good but the only drawback as there were quite a few little bugs crawling around on the table. It makes you want to hold up your plates and eat quickly before the bugs go on the plates.

  • 5/5 Chan J. 4 years ago on Google
    Great place. Sea View. The boss is very kind and the food is good. You can play with the lovely cat, called Tiger. Enjoyable.

  • 5/5 999 I. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very delicious, great experience (Original) 非常好吃,超棒体验

  • 5/5 rick b. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice setting with water view and room of books. The ladies are sweet. The green curry is exceptional

  • 4/5 Mani M. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Green curry (Original) แกงเขียวหวาน

  • 5/5 Becky G. 3 years ago on Google
    This gem was exactly what I needed on my trip! Beautiful scenery from the table, excellent food and super kind staff. Some of the best food I’ve had in Thailand and Phim and her mother were so welcoming. The used books selection was nice and charming, and I was even able to get a massage and pedicure onsite (schedule ahead) as so many other places are closed due to low season and covid right now. I will 100% return and enjoy again. Highly recommended.

  • 5/5 Joey W. 4 years ago on Google
    Wife and I took a cooking class here. We made 3 authentic, delicious dishes in an hour! Pineapple fried rice was amazing. Phim is sweet and accommodating. And the view from the dining room is the bomb! 10/10. Would recommend.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Cash only
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Small plates
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Organic dishes
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Brunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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