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The Nook Resort Cafe & Bar at Le Méridien — why K. Wai’s cocktails and a quiet, intimate bar vibe make it the must-stop even if food can be hit or miss
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The Nook | Resort Cafe & Bar — quick take
Located inside Le Méridien Phuket Mai Khao Beach Resort and rated 4.1/5 from 14 reviews, The Nook reads like a place with clear highs and noticeable inconsistencies. Read on for dish-level guidance, timing tips, and the single bartender trick that makes this spot worth a detour.
Which dishes and drinks actually work here?
- Butter chicken: the most consistently praised food item among guests; described as the best dish sampled.
- Pad Thai: split opinions — one guest called it delicious and warmly served, another found it too fancy and underflavored compared to street versions.
- Noodle soup: received praise for being tasty and served hot.
- Pork satay: reported cold and tough on one occasion and subsequently removed from the bill by staff.
- Chicken satay and chicken wings: judged average to below average; wings criticized for small portioning (five pieces) and a stated price of 330 baht.
- Bread and shakes: naan was rated poorly; banana choc shake described as more smoothie than shake.
- Mocktails: mango and pina colada mocktails earned positive marks for flavor.
- Cocktails: standout recommendation for drinks made by bartender K. Wai, especially a Thai tea cocktail and a rotating special that prompted returning visits.
Service, speed and how they handle problems
Guest reports show service quality varies: one visit involved slow delivery requiring patrons to find staff, while another visit at the same table had noticeably faster service. When mistakes happen, employees responded professionally in at least one instance by apologizing and removing a problematic dish from the bill.
Pricing and perceived value
Perceptions of value diverge sharply among reviewers: one writes that food feels pricey for what is received, while another says prices are fair for the hotel location. Two concrete price signals come from guests: chicken wings listed at 330 baht and a bottle of ordinary water reported at 250 baht — useful anchors when budgeting for a meal here.
Atmosphere and who it suits
The room is described in two opposite ways: one guest called it a quiet, private place ideal for family or small groups; another labeled the décor a mix between a convenience store and a café, not striking. The Nook doubles as the hotel breakfast venue and sometimes runs themed buffet nights, which changes the crowd and noise profile on those nights.
Accessibility and practicalities
- Open daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, which covers breakfast, daytime meals and late drinks.
- Free parking on site and wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and seating are available.
- Vegetarian options are listed on the menu.
- Payment methods include credit, debit and NFC; animals are not allowed.
Actionable advice — go, skip, or ask?
- If you want a safe, hotel-style dinner and decent curry, order the butter chicken; it has the best consensus among guests.
- Ask about how dishes are prepared and confirm hot-holding times before ordering satay; one guest received cold, chewy pork satay that was written off the bill.
- Cocktail seekers should ask for K. Wai by name and try the Thai tea cocktail or the bartender special — this is the highest-return ask on the menu.
- Avoid expecting authentic street-style Pad Thai; if that’s your goal, look elsewhere. If you still want a hotel-restaurant version, clarify flavor intensity when ordering.
- Watch portions on share plates like wings and check beverage prices upfront to avoid sticker shock.
- For quieter visits, choose off-peak hours; themed buffet nights and breakfast service change the atmosphere markedly.
Final verdict
The Nook is a mixed-bag hotel restaurant with standout items and a notable bartender who can elevate the experience. It works best for hotel guests seeking convenience, families who prefer a quieter table, and anyone specifically after the recommended cocktails or butter chicken. If you’re chasing authentic local street food or strict value-for-money, come with targeted orders and price checks rather than broad expectations.
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