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In a quiet stretch of Choeng Thale, this Spanish tapas and wine bar keeps things intentionally small: just a handful of tables, a short menu, and the direct attention of Spanish chef-owner David Aldea. After years in professional kitchens, he now cooks and hosts in one room, serving the food he knows best—simple, ingredient-driven dishes from home. Expect classics and Spanish regional dishes at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LaCavaPhuket?DestinAsian">La Cava Phuket</a>: gambas al ajillo, patatas bravas, tortitas de camarón, and a chef’s-whim paella, built on quality ingredients shipped from Spain and enhanced with David’s home-cured charcutería using recipes passed down through generations of his family. The wine list stays in Spain, focused on classic labels and more adventurous natural wines from young, rebel winemakers. The room is compact and warm, more like a neighbourhood spot you’d find off an alley in Madrid. Pull off the road, poke your head in and order—a trio of tapas, a glass of Rioja—standing if it’s booked (reservations recommended). Soak up the atmosphere David has created (along with the dripping from the gambas al ajillo).—Christopher Wise
0625182139                                                                                                                                                                              <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/15+Soi+Cherngtalay+4,+Tambon+Choeng+Thale,+Amphoe+Thalang,+Chang+Wat+Phuket+83110,+Thailand/@7.9913164,98.3084785,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x3050376237ab8989:0xd75913cace09079!8m2!3d7.9913111!4d98.3110534!16s%2Fg%2F11vlsc5m7y?entry=ttu&amp;g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQwNi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D">15 Soi Cherngtalay 4, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110</a>

La Cava Phuket, adorned with Spanish memorabilia.

La Cava Phuket: Tapas Taste

Phuket Dining