Pattaya Restaurants and Cafes

You can savor delicious and budget-friendly meals at any time of the day in Pattaya, as the resort is home to numerous dining establishments.

Top Dining Spots

The majority of affordable restaurants in Pattaya can be found in the city center and on Second Street.

• National Cuisine

These restaurants offer budget-friendly options, with satisfying and tasty meals available for as little as 80 THB.

• Chinese, Japanese, and Western European Menus

These menus tend to be slightly more expensive, with an average cost of 100-265 THB for a full meal at a Pattaya restaurant.

Thai Cuisine

Throughout Pattaya, you'll find unassuming Thai food establishments on nearly every corner. Don't be fooled by their modest appearance – these cafes prepare dishes exclusively with fresh ingredients right in front of the customer.

Here are some of the most popular Thai restaurants:

• Cabbages & Condoms

This restaurant offers a rich selection of seafood and a surprisingly beautiful view of the sea.

• Larn Thong & Terrace

This establishment is renowned for both its delicious menu and elegant interior design.

• Lungsawai Seafood

Enjoy scenic views of the Andaman coast at this restaurant.

• Rim Talay Seafood and Nang Nual Pattaya

Both of these restaurants feature a menu with a strong emphasis on fish and seafood.

Foreign Cuisine

While exploring Pattaya, you'll come across establishments offering cuisine from neighboring countries (China, India, Japan), Western European countries (Italy, Germany, France), and the home country of many wintering tourists in Thailand – Russia. These cafes and restaurants are popular with travelers:

• Italian pizzerias: La Gritta, Rossini.
• German pubs with traditional snacks: Brewery House Pattaya, Zeppelin.
• Japanese cafes: Fuji, Zen.
• Indian eateries: Ali Baba, Maharani, Raj Indian.

Restaurants in Pattaya with Buffet

Thai buffet restaurants are quite common in Pattaya, and it's advisable to make reservations in advance. Here are some buffet restaurants that deserve special attention:

• Hard Rock Hotel - Operates as a buffet exclusively on weekends;
• Apex Hotel Buffet;
• Lek Villa.

The entrance fee to these buffet restaurants starts from 250 THB.

Self-Catering Establishments

Cafes with self-cooking facilities are gaining popularity in Pattaya. Each customer is provided with a gas stove, traditional Thai utensils, and a virtually unlimited variety of raw ingredients.

Guests have the freedom to cook whatever they want, whether it's soup, salad, stewed or fried meat, fish, seafood, or vegetables. Waitstaff is available to assist with tasks like pouring water and greasing the pan if needed.

The entry fee to such "buffet" establishments is 100 THB.

Street Food in Pattaya

When in Thailand, never hesitate to try the delicious street food. All the ingredients are fresh and incredibly natural, and the open-air chefs are often highly skilled, rivaling those in expensive restaurants.

Where to Enjoy Outdoor Dining

Here are some popular places to savor Thai street food:

• Night Market (Theprasit Road);
• Beach Road, the main street along the beach;
• Walking Street, the resort's main pedestrian street;
• Various locations of world-famous cafe franchises such as McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut, Burger King, Starbucks, and Mos Burger.

Fast Food: What to Try

At first glance, it might seem like Thais are constantly snacking, yet they stay in shape. Fast food in Thailand is nothing to fear, and you can quickly satisfy your hunger at any street food cart or mobile kiosk. Here are some common types of Thai fast food:

• Sausages (starting from 5 THB each): These sausages are fried, sliced, and served in bags, often eaten with chopsticks;
• Meat and fish balls;
• Rice and noodles with various fillings;
• Seafood: Shrimp and squid;
• Boiled corn (starting from 15 THB);
• Pancakes with banana (known as roti or pancake, starting from 15 THB);
• Fried chicken, either whole (starting from 80 THB) or in parts (starting from 15 THB for drumsticks);
• Fried fish (commonly red perch, starting from 15 THB per piece);
• Fresh fruit such as bananas, pineapples, and sliced coconut;
• Fried insects (starting from 15 THB per small bag);
• Arabic kebabs or doner (starting from 60 THB);
• Traditional American burgers from McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut, Burger King (starting from 250 THB), and coffee from Starbucks (starting from 150 THB per cup);
• Japanese sushi (starting from 100 THB) and burgers (starting from 200 THB) from Mos Burger;
• Pizza from the Thai pizza chain Pizza Company (family-sized pizzas starting from 300 THB).

Keep in mind that Thai cuisine tends to be spicy. Local chefs often add curry, pepper, and other spices to nearly every dish. If you prefer milder flavors, don't hesitate to ask the waiter for "no spice."