The Gulf Coast Beaches Restaurants

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  • 1. Ogen

    $$$

    This Israeli-run joint brings a mouthwatering taste of the Levant to Thailand's most venerable beach enclave. While the smoky aroma of meat, fish, and kebabs grilling over charcoal make this a heaven for carnivores, vegans are equally well-fed with a selection of salads, dips, and righteous falafel and hummus plates. 

    250/131 Petchkasem Rd., Soi 94, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77110, Thailand
    66-092-260--0376

    Known For

    • Generous portions
    • Both vegetarian- and vegan-friendly
    • Attentive, friendly service
  • 2. Big Fish

    $$$

    Pattaya's reputation as a top spot for sampling seafood is given fresh impetus at this lively restaurant. The venue is open daily for lunch, but it comes alive on weekend nights when gourmands flock to its seafood buffet, which is a kingly affair starring superfresh morsels served in an underwater-inspired space popping with eclectic artworks. 

    390 Moo 9, Pattaya Sai 2 Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand
    66-038-930600

    Known For

    • Famous Sunday night buffet
    • Live music, which adds to the vibe
    • An outstanding array of seafood

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No dinner Mon.–Thurs.
  • 3. El Greco

    $$$

    El Greco brings a taste of the Ionian to the tropics. The emphasis is on prime ingredients perfectly cooked: a simple creed that is executed via offerings such as shrimp saganaki (shrimp with feta, fresh oregano, tomatoes, and olive oil) and giant souvlaki platters 

    24/7 Moo 4, Koh Chang, Trat, 23170, Thailand
    66-086-843--8417

    Known For

    • Delicious dips
    • King-sized platters
    • Great for sharing
  • 4. Indian By Nature

    $$$

    Regulars pack the room at this elegant Indian restaurant, which honors Pattaya's bountiful seafood supply with such dishes as a comforting fish curry and a crab masala special that's an absolute must when it's available. Service is attentive but never overbearing, living up to the awards this local favorite has earned since it opened in 2004.

    306/64-68 Thapraya Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand
    038-364656

    Known For

    • A drink trolley devoted to gin
    • Private dining for special occasions
    • Excellent dessert menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No lunch
  • 5. Lucky Crab Restaurant

    $$$

    As if striving to please every last one of the island's international visitors, this fun restaurant serves entrées from around the world. The specialty, though, is grilled seafood, prepared with one of 12 sauces; select your fish and sauce, then enjoy the breeze from the ceiling fans while you await your food.

    94/18 Haad Rin W, Haad Rin, Surat Thani, 84280, Thailand
    077-375125

    Known For

    • <PRO>hot pan special of sizzling seafood</PRO>
    • <PRO>wide menu, covering all the culinary bases</PRO>
    • <PRO>grilled fish</PRO>

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: No credit cards
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  • 6. Moom Aroi

    $$$

    For a different side of Pattaya, head north of the city to this beautiful, romantic seafood restaurant that sits right on the waterfront. The almost exclusively Thai clientele enjoys hand-picked lobster, tiger prawns, crab, oysters, and fish amid shimmering pools, palm trees, and sweeping bay views.

    83/4 Na Klua Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand
    038-223252

    Known For

    • Point-and-smile ordering
    • Fresh seafood tanks
    • Reasonable prices considering the quality of the food
  • 7. Nang Nual

    $$$

    At the southern end of Pattaya Beach Road is one of the city's best places for seafood. A huge array of freshly caught fish is laid out on blocks of ice at the entrance; point to what you want, explain how you'd like it cooked (most people prefer grilled), and ask for some fried rice on the side for a flawless meal.

    214–10 S. Pattaya Beach Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand
    038-428177

    Known For

    • Picture menus for indecisive diners
    • Plump steaks for the non-seafood crowd
    • Terrace dining overlooking the ocean
  • 8. Satipot

    $$$

    Sati Pot lays a strong claim to be Thailand’s finest Persian restaurant. Such is its reputation that it is often necessary to make a booking for a table. The food justifies the hype. Lamb shank is slow-cooked in saffron and yogurt sauce and served with aromatic rice mixed with crushed pistachio and almonds, caramelized onion, paprika, and raisins. Another highlight is bandari shrimp, a dish with origins in the coastal regions of southern Iran. Plump crustaceans are sauteed with ginger and garlic and nudged towards the stratosphere by a tangy green herb sauce.   

    Hin Kong Beach, Haad Rin, Surat Thani, Thailand
    66-092-404--4613

    Known For

    • Giant portions
    • Cool, casual vibe
    • Cuisine that is unique in Thailand

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Wed. No lunch
  • 9. Tarua Samui Seafood

    $$$ | Chaweng Noi Beach

    The view is definitely what you come here for—high up on a mountain, the restaurant juts out above the beach and the turquoise ocean—but the food is also memorable. Check the seafood tank as you walk in; you might spy something you can't resist.

    210/9 Moo 4, Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84320, Thailand
    66-077-960635

    Known For

    • Seafood you hand-select
    • Thai-Chinese techniques
    • Plump grilled prawns with garlic or curry
  • 10. The Bay

    $$$

    This sleek, modern restaurant overlooking the Dusit Thani resort's expansive pool and shimmering Pattaya Bay offers an "international skewers" concept with a wide variety of Chinese, Thai, and Western takes on grilled meat, seafood, and vegetables on skewers.

    240/2 Pattaya Beach Rd., Pattaya, Chonburi, 20150, Thailand
    038-425611

    Known For

    • Pattaya Bay views
    • An all-inclusive Saturday night buffet
    • Good seafood skewers
  • 11. The Virgin Coast

    $$$ | Ban Taling Ngam

    Top-notch Thai cuisine and a relaxing tropical setting await guests at this beachfront restaurant, which offers laid-back charm, superlative service, and high-quality cooking.

    Koh Samui, Surat Thani, 84140, Thailand
    66-089-499--6334

    Known For

    • Locally sourced ingredients
    • Killer ocean views
    • Friendly, attentive staff

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