About

ROYD

(หรอย)/ noun; cool, tasty, awesome

Derived from the Southern dialect, ROYD encapsulates the dual meaning of “Tasty” and “Look Cool,” perfectly reflecting the culinary journey we have pour our heart and soul into.

Exploring through Royd's culinary lens, our team leaded by Chef Suwijak (Mond), invests extensive time in exploring the intricacies of Southern-Thai’s culinary tapestry. We delve deep into the historical roots, traditions, and techniques that have shaped the the Southern-Thai cuisine for centuries. This profound understanding allows us to curate a menu that pays homage to the past while embracing the innovative spirit of the present.

Our menus will seasonly change depending on the local ingredients at a time as we use only the freshest and locally-sourced ingredients. Also, we redefine the so-called luxury fine dining into a friendly and welcoming place as we believe that dining is an experience that encompasses all your senses. From the moment you enter our humble home to the heartfelt dishes placed before you.

PRESS: Restaurant Royd has recently been selected into the MICHELIN Guide Thailand 2024

The Building

  • DIBUK Road

    In the past, Thalang Road used to be a business area and Dibuk Road served as the residential area for wealthy Chinese families during the tin mining era.
    The name "Dibuk" itself is derived from "tin" in Thai. This reflects the importance of the tin industry in Phuket's history and economy.
    It runs parallel to Thalang and Krabi roads standing out with its distinct Sino-colonial architecture and pastel-colored buildings.

  • Royd's Building


    Royd’s building, built in the 1970s with Sino-colonial style, was initially painted in pastel-pink to harmonize with other buildings along the road.
    However, Chef Mond decided to change the building's color into dark red in order to create a distinct appearance. This choice was inspired by the local flower of the Southern-Thai region called “Ginger Flower” or so called “DALHA”.

  • Why this building?

    Chef Mond's decision to establish Restaurant Royd in this particular building is influenced by his familiarity with the area.
    He has known this road since his elementary school days at Plukpanya school, which is conveniently located nearby.
    This personal connection and nostalgia likely played a role in his choice to contribute to the area by opening his restaurant here in Phuket Old Town.