Phuket Old Town is full of charm that captivates every visitor, from pastel-colored Sino-Portuguese buildings to streets lined with cafes, restaurants, and numerous local activities. But one thing that often leaves visitors equally impressed is the “traditional local Thai desserts of Phuket” – easy to find, with delicate flavors yet full of the ancient cultural essence of Phuket people. If you stay at BAAN 125 STAY, you’re close to many traditional Thai dessert shops that have been operating for decades, using fresh ingredients and still making everything with original recipes that even locals highly praise.
Why “Phuket’s Traditional Local Desserts” Are More Special Than Others
Phuket is an area influenced by multiple cultures – Thai, Hokkien Chinese, and Malay – making many desserts blend flavors and techniques different from other regions, such as:
- Squeezing fresh coconut milk daily to make bua loy (coconut rice balls)
- Fermenting apong batter to create a unique aroma
- Baking desserts with traditional candle smoke
- Using local bananas and coconuts with especially fragrant qualities
Phuket’s Thai desserts are therefore not just sweets, but part of the stories, culture, and lives of people who grew up in this city.
3 Traditional Old Dessert Shops Near BAAN 125 STAY You Must Try
Below are shops within easy walking distance, complete with highlights and actual addresses, perfect for use in articles, reviews, or accommodation promotions.
1. Mae Sunee Apong Shop – Hot Apong with Over 40 Years of Original Recipe
Address: Dibuk Road, opposite Baan Chin Pracha, Phuket Old Town Distance from BAAN 125 STAY: Approximately 4-minute walk
Apong is a local dessert that many people specifically come to Phuket to taste. It resembles a thin crepe but with softness in the center. This shop’s highlight is making fresh batter daily, using freshly squeezed coconut milk, and cooking each piece on a hot griddle. The aroma hits you as you walk by.
Shop Highlights:
- Uses family secret recipe fermented batter
- Made fresh for each piece, crispy outside and soft inside
- Light prices, easy to buy and eat
- A favorite of both tourists and locals
2. Mae Boonthum Tao Sor Shop – The Famous Old Tao Sor Shop in Old Town
Address: Yaowarat Road, opposite Krabi Soi, Phuket Old Town Distance from BAAN 125 STAY: Approximately 6-minute walk
Tao sor is Phuket’s famous dessert influenced by Hokkien Chinese. The pastry is thin and flaky in layers, with both sweet and savory fillings. This shop’s highlight is using fried shallots mixed in the filling, creating a unique aroma you can’t find in other provinces.
Why This Shop Is Famous:
- Original recipe passed down for over 60 years
- Rich filling with distinct fried shallot aroma
- Beautifully boxed, perfect as souvenirs
- One of the most recommended shops by Phuket locals
3. O-Aew Bpae Lee – Ancient Local Dessert You Must Try Once
Address: Yaowarat Road, near the fountain circle Distance from BAAN 125 STAY: Approximately 7-minute walk
O-aew is a traditional clear jelly dessert made from real o-aew seeds mixed with a little banana to create a soft texture. Served with shaved ice and syrup, it’s a menu item that cools you down very well, especially during midday in Phuket Old Town.
Highlights:
- Uses real o-aew, no gelatin powder mixed in
- Refreshingly light, perfect after sightseeing
- Affordable prices
- An old shop for over 30 years
Recommended Walking Route from BAAN 125 STAY
Takes approximately 30–40 minutes to visit all 3 shops
- Start by walking to Apong Mae Sunee
- Continue to Tao Sor Mae Boontharm to buy souvenirs
- End with a refreshing treat at O-Aew Pae Lee
This route is perfect for exploring the Old Town while capturing beautiful photos along the way.
FAQ: Traditional Phuket Desserts Near BAAN 125 STAY
A: Apong is a local Phuket dessert similar to a thin crepe but with a soft center. You can try authentic apong at Mae Sunee Apong Shop on Dibuk Road (opposite Baan Chin Pracha). The shop has been using their family’s secret fermented batter recipe for over 40 years, making each piece fresh with a crispy outside and soft inside.
A: Tao sor is a Hokkien Chinese-influenced Phuket dessert with thin, flaky layered pastry filled with both sweet and savory options. Mae Boonthum Tao Sor Shop’s specialty is their unique filling mixed with fried shallots, creating an aroma you can’t find elsewhere. They’ve been using their original recipe for over 60 years and beautifully box their desserts, making them perfect souvenirs.
A: O-aew is a traditional clear jelly dessert made from real o-aew seeds mixed with banana for a soft texture, served with shaved ice and syrup. It’s incredibly refreshing, especially during hot midday walks through Old Town. O-Aew Bpae Lee has been serving this authentic dessert for over 30 years without using gelatin powder—just real, traditional ingredients.
Conclusion
Staying at BAAN 125 STAY offers more than just convenient access to Phuket Old Town it allows you to experience authentic traditional Thai desserts that remain an integral part of the local community.From hot apong, fragrant tao sor, to refreshing o-aew, each treat adds a memorable experience that makes your trip truly complete.If you want to taste genuine local flavors, these 3 dessert shops are the perfect starting point when staying at BAAN 125 STAY.
