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No need to get hungry in Pattaya! Here are awesome restaurants to check out.
If you don’t want to miss half of your life as a foodie, leave Bangkok and head on to Pattaya. When we were there, we couldn’t help but succumb to uber-delicious food!
Now, we’ve pulled ourselves together to bring you our handpicked list of Pattaya’s best restaurants. Get ready to loosen your belts and indulge in gastronomy!
Cafe Des Amis
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Address: 391/6 หมู่ที่ 10 Thanon Thap Phraya, Muang Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20260, Thailand
Operating Hours:
- 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Thursday, Sunday – Tuesday)
- 5 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (Friday)
- 5 p.m. – 11:50 p.m. (Saturday)
Contact Number: +66 84 026 4989
Website: http://www.cafedesamispattaya.com/
Prices: ฿฿฿
This fine-dining restaurant in Pattaya is excellent for couples looking for a romantic dinner place. It has a sublime rustic interior with soft and romantic lighting and a charming patio dining area.
Cafe Des Amis is famous for its signature beef wellington. It’s an Australian grain-fed fillet steak wrapped in parma ham, and mushroom duxelles which they bake in a pastry puff, gratin dauphinoise, and demi-glace sauce.
Aside from that, this place offers a fine selection of steaks, lamb, seafood, appetizers, and world-class labels.
Five Star J
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Address: หมู่ที่ 10 313/37 S Pattaya Road, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 97 235 4209
Website: https://www.fivestarj.com/
Prices: ฿฿
Five Star J is a vegetarian restaurant with a massive menu, so it has a lot of dishes from various cuisines: Mexican, Japanese, American, Italian, and Thai. Its best-sellers are classic dishes like tempeh panang curry, massaman curry, and deep-fried soy duck.
If you’re a diehard vegan, the restaurant’s mock meat options won’t disappoint you. Go for their mushroom risotto, som tum, steamed shiitake mushroom with kale, or shiitake burger with sweet potato fries if you like a healthy and flavorful meal.
Indian by Nature
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Operating Hours: 5:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 94 943 0004
Website: http://www.indian-by-nature.com/
Prices: ฿฿
This family-run restaurant in Pattaya is well-known for its classic Indian dishes and numerous vegetarian options. Think tandoori chicken, butter chicken, biryani, thali, paneer, lamb kebab, and various saffron-infused meats.
A solid pick here is the thali which is always served as a set menu. It comes with basmati rice, naan, raita, tarkay wali daal, vegetable jalfrezi, choice chutneys and pickles, and a special dessert.
If you get the non-vegetarian version, it will also have tikka chicken, amritsari fish, and lamb rogan josh. The vegetarian thali has tandoori paneer tikka, samosa, and palak paneer instead.
Horizon Rooftop Restaurant and Bar
Address: Level 34 333/101 หมู่ที่ 9 Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20260, Thailand
Operating Hours: 4 p.m. – 1 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 38 253 000
Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bkkhphi-hilton-pattaya/dining/
Prices: ฿฿฿
If your ideal restaurant in Pattaya has to offer stunning scenery, there’s Horizon Rooftop Restaurant and Bar. It’s on the 34th level of the Hilton Pattaya Hotel, so expect to get a breathtaking view of the surrounding cityscapes.
This place’s specialty is its 48-hour braised lamb shank and lamb leg. It’s served with an exquisite truffle mashed potato, edamame & feta salsa, and a special roast garlic aioli sauce.
The Beach Club Pattaya
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Address: Wong Amat Beach, 445/3 Moo 5 Wong Amat, Pattaya-Na Kluea Rd, Pattaya City, 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours:
- 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. (Sunday – Thursday)
- 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Friday – Saturday)
Contact Number: +66 38 411 940
Website: https://www.hotels-g.com/pattaya/dine-drink/
Prices: ฿฿
This alfresco beachfront restaurant and bar is perfect for its stunning sunset views in the afternoon and lively night atmosphere. That makes it ideal for casual dinner dates and exciting beach parties.
Its menu is a fusion of Thai and International cuisines. That’s why Beach Club Pattaya serves burgers, pasta, pizza, steak, fish and chips, nachos, quesadillas, and Western-style salads.
Meanwhile, its traditional Thai menu consists of som tum, larb moo, satay, tod mun pla, nam tok, yum nuea yang, pad kapraw, tom yum goong, massaman curry, and more.
Pippa Restaurant
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Address: 19th Fl MYTT Hotel 10 Moo 9 North, Pattaya 3 Alley, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 38 259 510
Website: http://www.pipparestaurant.com/
Prices: ฿฿฿
This place is also one of the most romantic food places in Pattaya. It has a boho-style rustic interior adorned with synthetic indoor plants, dimly lit lanterns, and adorable droplights.
The highlight dishes of Pippa Restaurant are its premium Black Angus steaks and special kani miso. The kani miso, in particular, is a must-have for sophisticated diners who can appreciate high-quality caviar, uni, and ikura.
Pippa Restaurant’s grilled kani miso is made using top-grade Hokkaido snow crab.
Radius
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Address: 256, 189 Na Kluea 20 Alley, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 6 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: 38 933 888
Website: https://capedarapattaya.com/dining/radius/
Prices: ฿฿฿
The Italian food fanatics on our team say this place is a top-tier Italian resto in Pattaya. Our staffers particularly swear by Radius’ excellent selection of pizza and pasta dishes.
The items to watch out for are the Margherita pizza, pepperoni & salami pizza, carbonara, aglio e oli with mussels, and pasta bolognese. Radius also has a dedicated kid’s menu which makes it perfect for family dinners, even though it’s upscale.
The Sky Gallery
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Address: 400 หมู่ที่ 12 Phra Tamnak, ตำบล หนองปรือ, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 2 114 3014
Website: https://www.facebook.com/theskygallerypattaya/
Prices: ฿฿
If you’re a beach lover, this chic beachside restaurant is a solid choice. It offers a relaxing ocean view and a wide range of local and international staples.
Think pasta, risotto, steak, fish and chips, cod and clam miso, buffalo wings, mac and cheese, pulled pork nacho guacamole, tom yum goong, green curry, etc. Moreover, The Sky Gallery has an impressive selection of ice cream milkshakes that you must try.
Edge
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Address: 333/101 Moo 9, Level 14, Muang Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20260, Thailand
Operating Hours:
- 6 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Weekdays)
- 6 a.m. – 11 a.m., 12 p.m. – 3 p.m., 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. (Weekends)
Contact Number: +66 38 253 077
Website: https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/bkkhphi-hilton-pattaya/dining/
Prices: ฿฿ – ฿฿฿
Edge is well-known for its international dinner and wine buffet offerings. Not only is it great if you like full-on variety, but it’s also a good value for your money.
This one’s also in the Hilton Pattaya Hotel, so expect a stunning view of the ocean and the surrounding cityscapes. There’s even a terrace dining area which is perfect when you’re trying to catch the beautiful sunset in this beach city.
The buffet consists of numerous international cuisines: American, Mediterranean, French, Italian, Japanese, and more!
Moonlight Fine Dining Restaurant
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Address: Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 4 p.m. – 11 p.m. (Tuesday – Sunday)
Contact Number: 0852 777 745
Website: http://www.moonlightpattaya.com/
Prices: ฿฿฿
For sophisticated diners, Moonlight Fine Dining Restaurant is an absolute gem. It ticks the essential boxes for the ideal Pattaya restaurant: excellent food, charming interior, friendly staff, and intimate atmosphere.
Here, you can pick from a diverse menu of local and international dishes. The standouts are the Canadian lobster thermidor, seared sea scallops with caviar, slow-roasted duck breast, and seared foie gras with fruit compote.
Rain Forest Café
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Operating Hours: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Wednesday – Monday)
Contact Number: +66 62 923 6322
Website: https://www.facebook.com/RainForestCafePattaya
Prices: ฿฿
Rain Forest Café is a trendy cafe and restaurant in Pattaya City worth visiting for its delicious-tasting food that looks good on the plate as well. Aside from that, this gorgeous venue has a lush and relaxing garden area with a koi pond.
That means you’re covered for good food and a peaceful retreat from the stressful city life. The must-tries in this cafe are its signature spare ribs panang curry and stir-fried basil with spicy ribs.
Surf & Turf Beach Club & Restaurant
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Address: 499 5 Pattaya-Na Kluea Road, ตำบล หนองปรือ Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 91 758 3895
Website: http://surfandturfpattaya.com/
Prices: ฿฿
This beachside alfresco restaurant is also a solid pick for beach lovers. It sits along Wong Amat Beach which makes it the perfect place to end your day after frolicking on the fine white sands.
Surf & Turf Beach Club has an expansive menu, so expect to see staples from Thai, Italian, and Japanese cuisines. The top picks are platters of steamed river prawns and blue crabs—perfect for seafood lovers!
The Beach Restaurant
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Address: ร้านอาหาร เดอะบีช นาจอมเทียน 56 บางสะเหร่ Sattahip District, Chon Buri 20250, Thailand
Operating Hours: 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 89 160 9068
Website: http://www.thebeachbangsaray.com/
Prices: ฿ – ฿฿
This restaurant in Pattaya’s Bang Saray Beach is one of the must-visit food spots in the city. It offers a great ocean view and a relaxed atmosphere which is a nice escape from the bustling city center.
The Beach Restaurant’s menu consists of Thai, Western, and Indian cuisines, so there are plenty of food options here. They even have a dedicated breakfast, vegetarian, and BBQ menu.
We particularly enjoyed their Thai seafood options like squid salad, crab salad, fried seabass, gaeng som, tom kha seafood, prawn green curry, and more. These are traditional dishes, so ask for a watered-down version if you’re not good with spicy food.
The Glass House Beachfront Restaurant and Bar
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Address: 5/22 Moo 2 Soi Najomtien 10 Tambon Najomtien Sattahip District, Chon Buri 20250, Thailand
Operating Hours: 11 a.m. – 12 a.m. (Daily)
Contact Number: +66 38 255 922
Website: http://www.glasshouse-pattaya.com/
Prices: ฿฿ – ฿฿฿
The Glass House Beachfront Restaurant and Bar is the place to go for seafood fans. This indoor and outdoor venue is tucked away in the peaceful Jomtien Beach, so it’s ideal if relaxed food adventures are your thing.
Its must-try seafood dishes are spicy fish cakes, shrimp fried rice, crispy shrimp spring rolls, marinated giant mud crab, and shrimp salad. This place also serves excellent Italian pasta dishes, and we think are definitely a must-oders!
Rimpa Lapin
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Address: 152, 2 Na Chom Thian 36 Alley, Na Chom Thian, Sattahip District, Chon Buri 20250, Thailand
Operating Hours:
- 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Weekdays)
- 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. (Weekends)
Contact Number: +66 84 451 5686
Website: https://web.facebook.com/rimpalapinpattaya
Prices: ฿฿
Rimpa Lapin is an alfresco seafood restaurant in Pattaya that’s famous for two things: its stunning sunset view and seafood platters. This platter is a top pick. It has steamed blue crabs, fried fish, grilled mussels, grilled prawns, and grilled mantis shrimps.
Aside from that, some notable seafood dishes worth trying are the grilled squid, green curry seafood, shrimp salad, and spicy giant catfish roe salad.
