About Us
Phuket Royal is an authentic Thai restaurant in Ottawa, Ontario, located in the heart of Chinatown. Since opening in 2014, we have created an extensive menu that offers delicious dishes encompassing Thai Cuisine, Vietnamese Pho, and Chinese BBQ, as well as specialty dishes like Filipino Lechon.
We are also able to accommodate alternative diets including vegetarian, vegan, gluten friendly, dairy-free and nut-free. Whether you are joining us in our spacious dining room or choosing our takeout option, we invite you to come be transported into the world of South-East Asian cooking.
“Our favourite part of owning Phuket Royal is the connection with my clients.
I love talking with them.”
— Kung Lim
Meet the Family Behind Phuket Royal
Kung Lim and Chhay Ngo have owned and operated Phuket Royal since 2014. They moved to Canada 41 and 21 years ago, respectively, and now have three children. Kung is originally from Cambodia and Chhay is from France, where he studied French cuisine.
They first began their journey in August 1999, when they decided to open an Asian grocery store called Wakiu Foods. They had just gotten married, and were motivated by their longtime goal of wanting to start a business together. Wakiu Foods grew to become quite popular, and Kung and Chhay enjoyed developing a close relationship with their customers. But after 14 years and an increasingly competitive market, they decided to change their business direction.
Kung and Chhay opened Phuket Royal in March 2014. They both had previous experience working with South-East Asian cuisine, so the decision to transform their business came easily. Years earlier, Kung spent a lot of time learning about Thai cuisine at her parents’ restaurant, and Chhay owned a Thai restaurant when he was living in France.
Their collective knowledge made for a powerful beginning for Phuket Royal.
To this day, Phuket Royal recognizes the value of cooking authentic South-East Asian meals. The head chef is from Thailand herself, and she helps ensure that each dish stays true to traditional recipes. The ultimate goal is to make every customer feel at home, through providing satisfying food, excellent service, and a positive atmosphere. As the Phuket Royal community continues to grow, Kung and Chhay reflect happily on all the connections they have made over the years, and look forward to the future.
