Phuket, ThailandThe finest traditional Phuket kopitiam (Chinese coffeehouse) in the Old Town, serving Phuket coffee with thick condensed milk, kao tom rice porridge, and dim sum from 6am. Kopitiam is where Phuket's Chinese-Thai community has breakfasted for three generations - the dark roast Phuket Robusta coffee is extraordinary.
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A beloved Old Town institution serving handmade local ice cream in Phuket's most beautiful shophouse interior - all original 1920s tile floors, wooden beams, and rattan furniture. The durian, lychee, and mango ice creams made daily from fresh Phuket produce have become synonymous with the Old Town experience.
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A specialty coffee bar in the upscale Cherngtalay/Laguna area with exceptional single-origin espresso, homemade cakes, and reliable fast internet for nomads. The large windows, natural wood interior, and carefully curated playlist make it the most comfortable working cafe in the Laguna-Surin beach area.
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A New Zealand-run specialty cafe in Phuket Old Town with excellent flat whites, sour dough toasts, and a dog-friendly terrace. Two Black Sheep is a favorite of expats and long-stay travelers who value consistent quality coffee in a relaxed setting without the tourist surcharge that plagues Old Town's more photographed cafes.