Pattaya Food: 64 hand-picked places

A self-service food court inside Terminal 21 Pattaya. The chicken massaman curry pairs tender chicken and soft potatoes with coconut milk and gentle spices. Enjoy your meal at shared tables in the air-conditioned dining area.

A café and restaurant serving Cajun and Creole dishes alongside Thai food and healthier options. The savory Caesar wrap comes with Cajun grilled chicken and sweet potato fries. Smoothie bowls and Cajun salads are great for a lighter meal.

A boat noodle restaurant near the entrance to Soi Chaloem Phrakiat 17 on Pattaya Third Road, featured in the Michelin Guide. Try beef or pork noodles, or the spicy pork bone dish.

A Spanish restaurant serving tapas, with seafood paella as its signature dish. The paella has a nicely crisp, savory socarrat—the toasted rice at the bottom of the pan. A good spot for dinner with tapas and wine.

A simple eatery serving rice with boiled or fried chicken. The chicken rice is said to come in generous portions at an affordable price.

Sala Restaurant is a relaxed local Thai restaurant on South Pattaya Road. The menu focuses on familiar favorites like som tam, tom yum, and pad Thai, with tangy, spicy papaya salad and hearty stir-fries. Open-air seating and a friendly atmosphere make it a pleasant spot for a simple meal.

A casual pizzeria serving New York–style pizza. Enjoy wide, thin-crust pies topped with Italian sausage, vegetables and more, by the slice or whole, in a relaxed spot with a pizza-focused menu.

A local-style buffet in Pattaya featuring mookata and grilled seafood. The dining area is outdoors, with a canopy ready for rainy weather. It’s spacious, with tables set well apart; every table seats 6–8, making it easy to settle in for a meal.

Prajanban is a local spot for Thai rice dishes and Isan food. Enjoy smoky grilled pork neck, Thai stir-fries and soups in a spacious outdoor garden. There’s also a large screen at the back for watching sports.

Mae Sri Ruen Pattaya Beach is a seaside restaurant known for Thai chicken noodles. Alongside familiar dishes like chicken noodles and Pad Thai, you can try Thai favourites such as tom yum goong and som tam. Choose comfortable indoor seating or an outdoor terrace with sea views.

Baan Chiang 1 is a Thai mookata buffet where you grill meat and seafood over a charcoal brazier. Grill marinated pork, prawns and squid, then enjoy them with a spicy dipping sauce. The broth simmering around the edge of the grill is part of the meal, served in a relaxed outdoor setting.

A sea-view restaurant on Pratumnak Hill, with nest-shaped and outdoor seating overlooking Pattaya Bay and its sunsets. Live singing is mentioned, and recent reviews suggest the venue is open.

A restaurant across from the beach serving both Thai food and seafood. Shrimp Pad Thai is stir-fried with shrimp for a savory, nutty flavor, while Tom Yum Goong is a spicy and sour soup with shrimp. Covered outdoor seating is available.

Witherspoons Buakhao is a laid-back British-style pub and restaurant where you can catch live sports. The broad menu includes all-day breakfast, pizza, steak, pasta, pub classics, Sunday roast and Thai dishes—ideal for a casual meal with a beer.

A small Italian restaurant near Jomtien Beach, serving tagliatelle and pizza. A lovely spot for a meal by the sea around sunset.

A modest street-side eatery serving khao man gai alongside chicken and fish dishes. Fragrant rice cooked in chicken broth comes with tender chicken and a tangy, spicy sauce; fried chicken and clear soup are also available.

Banchiang 3 is a mookata and seafood grill where you cook pork and seafood at your table. Grill the meat and prawns while vegetables simmer in the broth around the grill. There are several spicy sauces to choose from, and football broadcasts add to the lively atmosphere.

A long-established Chinese-Thai restaurant in central Pattaya. Its official website highlights Cantonese-style roast duck and seafood dishes.

A small family-run restaurant near Tree Town Market serving Thai stir-fries and seafood dishes.

A family-run fine-dining restaurant serving French and European cuisine. The Wagyu Beef Wellington pairs rich, savory beef with buttery pastry. The garden courtyard is a lovely spot for dinner.

Chang bubu is a shabu buffet restaurant inside D-Eco Wellness Center. Choose pork or beef, then add sauces and ingredients to your liking in a relaxed setting.

A British-style pub serving European and Thai dishes from breakfast through dinner. The steak is tender and comes with blue cheese sauce and truffle mashed potatoes. There’s also an outdoor terrace overlooking the street.

A Thai restaurant on the second floor of Terminal 21 Pattaya, in the Tokyo Zone—an easy spot to dine during a shopping trip. Enjoy traditional Thai dishes in a polished setting.

A brewpub on Pattaya Beach Road serving house-made beer alongside European dishes. Some nights feature live music, making it a nice spot to spend the evening over a meal and a beer.

A restaurant serving Thai classics with a modern touch. The rich coconut milk flavor of the beef Massaman curry and the tangy pomelo salad make a tempting start to the meal. The compact, air-conditioned interior stands out for its dark tones and floral decor.

This restaurant serves a wide range of Thai home-style dishes and seafood. The shrimp tom yum stands out for its aromatic herbs and spicy, sour broth. The grilled pork neck comes with a sweet and savory marinade and is served with seafood sauce. The bright, relaxed setting is ideal for sharing several dishes.

A Thai and Isan restaurant on Jomtien Soi 20, serving a range of dishes including som tam, spicy salads, and seafood. Live music is featured in the evenings, so check the performance schedule before you go.

A spacious Beach Road dining spot serving Thai cuisine, seafood and French-inspired dishes. Traditional Thai dance and live music add to the lively atmosphere, while the rooftop overlooking the sea is a great place to enjoy wine or cocktails.

A restaurant serving a seafood buffet alongside mookata. Grill shrimp and squid at your table; diners have noted that the squid stays tender after grilling. In the evening, enjoy your meal outdoors with live music.

A large seafood restaurant on the Naklua waterfront, serving Thai-style seafood dishes with views of the sea.

A Thai restaurant on the first floor of Resort Village Square. Its signature khao soi pairs rich curry broth with Boston lobster. Choose indoor or outdoor seating with garden views.

An Australian- and British-style bar and restaurant across from the beach. Enjoy generous burgers and all-day breakfast with beer or cocktails, and catch live sports on TV. Outdoor seating offers beach and sunset views.

A Thai restaurant on Pattaya Sai Song Road that began as a street stall known for tom yum noodles and now operates as a sit-down restaurant. The menu offers plenty of variety. Opening hours differ across platforms, so check before visiting.

A modern Isan restaurant in South Pattaya, serving shareable dishes such as tangy, spicy som tam, grilled pork neck, and spicy salmon salad. Bamboo and rattan accents give the comfortable dining room a relaxed feel.

A restaurant serving Greek and Mediterranean home-style dishes, known for its lamb and generous portions. The moussaka and souvlaki bring together olive oil and herbs, while the Greek salad with feta is fresh and bright.

A seafood restaurant that pairs traditional Thai cooking with modern presentation. The curry with crab meat and cha plu leaves balances the richness of coconut milk with the crab’s savory flavor. The shrimp stir-fried in tamarind sauce is another signature dish.

A family-run Indian restaurant opened in 2004. Its Kerala-style fish curry is slowly cooked, bringing together deep spice flavors and tamarind’s tang. Thali sets also let you sample several signature dishes on one plate.

A restaurant serving both Indian and Thai food. The butter naan is fragrant and soft, and the curries are rich without being very spicy. There is air-conditioned indoor seating as well as outdoor seating.

A local spot for sharing seafood and Thai dishes. The garlic-fried mantis shrimp is crisp, while the sour curry with fish roe has a rich, savory depth.

A beef-focused restaurant on Chaiyaphruek Road, known for beef noodles in a rich broth and mixed beef soup with a variety of cuts. Featured in the Michelin Guide as a Bib Gourmand restaurant. It closes relatively early, so lunch is a good time to visit.

A large seafood restaurant at the southern end of Jomtien Beach, in Na Jomtien. Enjoy Thai-style seafood dishes to share while looking out over the sea.

An air-conditioned British pub and restaurant on Thappraya Road in Jomtien, serving pub fare, Thai dishes, and draft beer. Sports are shown on several TVs, and the venue advertises a weekly Monday quiz night.

A sea-view restaurant perched on the cliffs of Pratumnak Hill, with views across Pattaya Bay toward Koh Larn. Enjoy Thai, seafood, and European dishes along with drinks. It can get busy around sunset, and recent visitors have praised the views while expressing mixed feelings about the food and service.

A beach-house-style restaurant right by the sea, with air-conditioned indoor seating and outdoor tables on the beach. The menu includes crab fried rice and a spicy seafood salad. Around sunset, enjoy sea views with DJ music.

A casual restaurant serving British comfort food alongside Thai dishes. Enjoy a generous Full English Breakfast and roast dinners, with air-conditioned indoor seating and outdoor tables.

A restaurant and bar serving Dutch and Belgian home-style food. Bitterballen are crispy, bite-sized snacks, while herring and stamppot are also signature dishes. Enjoy a meal on the terrace or a drink while watching live sports.

A resort steakhouse known for charcoal-oven-roasted Wagyu ribeye. Pair a smoky steak with wine for dinner or a relaxed glass in the evening.

A Thai noodle shop near the motorway junction in North Pattaya, serving slow-simmered beef and pork noodles with a rich, rib-soup-style broth.

A resort restaurant serving Thai and European dishes from breakfast through dinner. The green curry is generous and tasty, while the grilled squid stands out for its freshness and well-balanced seasoning. Enjoy breakfast with beach or pool views, and live music in the evening.

A Thai seafood restaurant and bar right on the beach, pairing fresh seafood with sea views. Live band music stays mellow enough for conversation.

An Italian restaurant serving pasta and pizza, including gluten-free pasta. The lasagna pairs cheese with a rich sauce, and the pepperoni pizza is a popular choice.

Steak & Co. is a steakhouse on Soi Lengkee in Pattaya, serving Australian and other imported beef alongside burgers and Thai dishes. Enjoy steak cooked to your preference with sauces and sides, plus wine and other drinks, in a relaxed space with indoor and outdoor seating.

A spacious seafood restaurant on the beachfront at Ban Amphur, Soi 28, Na Jomtien. Known for fresh seafood and sea views, it’s a lovely spot to enjoy the sunset from the beachside seating in the evening.

A Thai and seafood restaurant on the sandy shore of Na Jomtien Beach, with indoor and outdoor seating overlooking the sea. Its official website currently lists this location as Glass House BOHO.

A Thai-style mookata buffet where you grill meat and seafood on a domed hotplate and cook vegetables in broth around the rim. Enjoy pork, shrimp, squid, and shellfish with a spicy, herb-scented dipping sauce. A good fit for a late-night meal if you want both grilled food and soup.

A spacious seaside restaurant on the Pratumnak coast, serving Thai food, seafood, and drinks with open sea views. Seaside seating and sunset scenery are highlights; some reviews recommend booking ahead, as views vary by table.

A Danish-style bar and restaurant serving smørrebrød and home-style dishes. The freshly baked bread is fragrant, savory and light, and you can catch Danish league football matches on screen.

An Isan restaurant on Sukhumvit Road serving a variety of som tam and grilled chicken.

A British-style café and casual restaurant serving Western favourites such as English breakfast and burgers alongside Thai dishes. Come for a hearty breakfast or enjoy a relaxed meal of ribs, roasts and more.

A large Thai restaurant on Pattaya Second Road, behind Royal Garden Plaza. Its official booking page is active, and dinner can be enjoyed with traditional music and Thai dance performances.

A laid-back sports restaurant on Soi Buakhao in Pattaya, serving Thai dishes alongside Finnish and European fare. Enjoy hearty meals such as chicken and pork dishes or fried rice, plus coffee, while catching live sports on several large screens.

A laid-back bar and restaurant on Pattaya Soi 8 serving a mix of Thai and Western dishes. Enjoy an easygoing meal or a drink with reasonably priced cocktails and live music in the evenings.

An open-air Isan restaurant on Jomtien Beach Road serving som tam and charcoal-grilled dishes. Featured in the Michelin Guide; it closes in the afternoon, so check the hours before visiting.

A roadside Thai restaurant on North Pattaya Road, known for pork blood soup and a range of noodle and rice dishes. Reviews also recommend tua huan, crispy pork, and a rice dish topped with meat picked from the bone.