From sizzling street stalls to seaside seafood feasts, Pattaya's food scene is one of Thailand's most diverse. Join a guided tour or explore on your own.
Night tour through Pattaya's famous Walking Street. Sample street food, visit hidden stalls, and learn about Thai nightlife food culture.
Highlights: Grilled seafood, Thai crepes, insect tasting, local desserts
Morning tour starting at Naklua fish market. Watch the catch come in, then eat at seaside restaurants the locals love.
Highlights: Fresh seafood market, raw shrimp, crab curry, oyster omelets
Explore the backpacker and expat food scene around Soi Buakhao. Authentic Thai street food alongside international fusion.
Highlights: Som tam, Isaan sausage, mango sticky rice, Thai iced tea
Evening beachside tour with seafood BBQ on Jomtien. Watch the sunset while tasting grilled prawns and squid.
Highlights: BBQ seafood, coconut ice cream, beach cocktails, grilled corn
Spicy green papaya salad with dried shrimp, peanuts, and lime
Best at: Street vendors everywhere, Naklua market
Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, egg, peanuts, and tamarind
Best at: Thepprasit Night Market, Walking Street
Hot and sour shrimp soup with lemongrass, galangal, and chili
Best at: Any seafood restaurant, Naklua area
Sweet coconut sticky rice topped with fresh ripe mango slices
Best at: Street carts, Thepprasit market, Jomtien
Thai fried rice with egg, onion, and your choice of protein
Best at: Available everywhere, best at local shophouses
Grilled marinated pork or chicken skewers with peanut sauce
Best at: Night markets, Walking Street vendors
Crispy fried flatbread with banana, egg, chocolate, or condensed milk
Best at: Soi Buakhao, night markets
Strong brewed tea with condensed and evaporated milk over ice
Best at: Every street vendor, restaurants, 7-Eleven
Look for "Jay" (yellow flag with red text) restaurants. Soi Buakhao has several dedicated vegan spots. Most Thai dishes can be made without meat on request.
Halal restaurants concentrated around Soi 14-16 (Arab/Indian area). Look for green "Halal" signs. Several Muslim-owned seafood restaurants in Naklua.
Peanut and shellfish allergies are serious concerns in Thai cuisine. Learn key Thai phrases for your allergy. Carry an allergy card in Thai.
Most Thai food is naturally gluten-free (rice-based). Watch for soy sauce in stir-fries. Pad Thai and curries are usually safe.