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Ocean Kitchen Phuket at Le Méridien Mai Khao: Sunset pool and ocean views with warm, attentive service that turns guests into regulars
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Ocean Kitchen — resort bar and restaurant with ocean views, praised staff, mixed dish execution
What stands out at a glance
Ocean Kitchen sits inside Le Méridien Mai Khao Beach with outdoor seating that looks over the pool and the ocean. Guests repeatedly call out sunset views and a relaxing atmosphere; several reviewers use the hotel daypass to visit multiple times per month. The venue is open daily from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM.
How the food actually performs
The menu leans Mediterranean and reviewers describe a wide variety of food and drinks. Specific successes mentioned by guests include a sea bass option in fish and chips and a chicken quesadilla that one guest rated highest among their orders. Another guest enjoyed fresh oysters flown in from France the same morning. A clear low point is the nachos: presented as a basket of tortilla chips with three tiny side portions — about a tablespoon each of salsa, guacamole, and sour cream — which several felt did not resemble traditional nachos.
Service quality — mostly warm, with a notable timing issue
Multiple guests praise friendly, professional service and single out staff members for exceptional hospitality, including mentions of P Mint and the F&B manager Kin. At the same time, one reviewer reported plates arriving all at once so that temperature-sensitive dishes like ravioli sat before eating. Actionable tip: when ordering multiple courses, explicitly ask whether dishes will be brought together or staggered and request pacing you prefer.
Atmosphere and target audience
The venue attracts both hotel guests and repeat daypass visitors seeking a quieter, non-touristy escape. The combination of pool-facing seating, beach views and sunset vistas makes it a good choice for a relaxed lunch or an early evening cocktail focused on scenery rather than party energy.
Practical details that matter
- Hours: daily 11:00 AM–11:00 PM.
- Payments: accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC payments.
- Parking and access: free parking lot and free street parking; wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance are available.
- Pets: animals are not allowed on site.
How to visit smartly — quick recommendations
- For the view: aim to arrive before sunset to secure outdoor seating and watch the light change over the pool and sea.
- What to order: try the chicken quesadilla or the sea bass fish and chips; order oysters if available that day. Skip the nachos unless you want a simple chips-and-sides plate.
- Service control: if you care about timing (pasta, ravioli, hot mains), tell your server you want courses staggered.
- Logistics: plan to pay by card or NFC and use the hotel parking for convenience; do not bring pets.
Final assessment
Across guest reports Ocean Kitchen earns consistent praise for its setting and warm staff, with high points in seafood and a few standout dishes. The main shortcoming is occasional kitchen timing and inconsistent plate composition that impacts a minority of orders. Overall rating data lists the venue at 4.3 out of 5 from 65 reviews, suggesting a reliably pleasant visit if you prioritize views and hospitality and take a few simple ordering precautions.
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