The Best Restaurant in Rawai You Haven't Tried Yet
South Phuket has always had its loyalists. Locals who'd rather skip the Patong chaos for the quieter, more authentic energy of Rawai. And for a while, dining in this part of the island meant choosing between the familiar and the forgettable.
Then Groov Gastrobar showed up — and things got interesting.
If you've been searching for a restaurant in Rawai that actually matches the energy of a night out, you've found it. Groov isn't just a place to eat. It's a full experience — part gastrobar, part cocktail destination, part late-night groove session — all wrapped into one seriously stylish space in the heart of the south.
Why Rawai Needed This
The Rawai dining scene has always punched above its weight for local Thai food and casual beach eats. But there was a gap: a place where you could sit down to a genuinely excellent dinner, sip something creative and cold, and then stay for the music without feeling like you needed to relocate halfway through the night.
Groov fills that gap completely. From the moment you walk in, the art-inspired décor and the low, warm lighting signal that this isn't your average restaurant. The terrace opens up the space, the music is always right, and the crowd is the kind of mix that makes an evening unpredictable in the best way.
A Menu That Means It
The food at Groov earns its gastrobar title. The kitchen works with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and pulls from global culinary traditions without losing focus. Think premium cuts cooked with technique — Wagyu Hanger, Picanha, Tenderloin, Rib Eye, Black Angus — alongside inventive starters and sides that could easily carry a meal on their own.
Everything on the menu is designed to complement the cocktail program, which means flavors are bold, balanced, and built to hold their own. This isn't background food. It's the main event.
The Rawai Location That Works
Situated at 39/123 Soi Raengkla 1, Rawai, Groov is easy to find and well-connected to southern Phuket's key areas — including Nai Harn, Chalong, and the beach communities that make this end of the island worth exploring. Parking is solid, the staff are welcoming, and reservations are recommended for weekends.
If you're staying in the south and wondering where to eat tonight — stop wondering. The answer is Groov.
The Verdict
Groov Gastrobar is one of those rare restaurants in Rawai that earns its reputation through the actual experience rather than Instagram filters. If you want real flavors, real cocktails, and a real atmosphere, get yourself a table.
Open daily from 6 PM to 1 AM. Reservations accepted from 6–9 PM.
📍 39/123 Soi Raengkla 1, Rawai, Phuket | 📞 +66 98-686-3787
