Ko Kut
The quaint east-coast stilt fishing village of Ao Yai is home to several excellent seafood restaurants, where the catch is fresh and the range impressive…
Must-see restaurants in Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Trat
This simple open-sided restaurant north of the centre is deservedly a local favourite, with some excellent seafood dishes and well-meaning service from an…
Ko Chang
A beautiful place right on the canal, Phu-Talay has wooden floors, blue-and-white decor, a picturesque deck and its own boat (for pickup from nearby…
Chanthaburi
This welcoming family-run restaurant-shop one street west of the waterfront is a great place to try local specialities; the chamung leaves with pork and…
Ko Chang
Fab fajitas, burritos, tacos and cocktails are served by a charming French-Mexican couple at this roadside spot in the middle of Kaibae. Offering…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Free-range chicken, house-made ice cream, a reasonable wine list, excellent Thai dishes and an Italian touch – you can't go wrong here. Pan & David also…
Pattaya
This long-established restaurant, perched beside the sea in the fishing-village end of Naklua, is regarded as one of Pattaya's best for seafood. Old…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Mum Aroi delivers on its name, ‘delicious corner’. This is the place to enjoy a seafood meal with views of the squid rigs; its tiers of terraces give most…
Pattaya
Diners at this partially glassed-in beachfront spot lounge in couches on the candle-lit sand as waiters deliver seafood, pizza and steaks. The quality of…
Ko Chang
This sweet little cafe, stuffed with old retro couches and artworks, is as much a cocktail bar and teahouse as a place to sit down to a big meal. Locally…
Pattaya
Beloved of expats, Magg's goes for a distinctly un-Thai decor, with gloriously kitsch caryatids holding up the facade, and other Italianate touches. The…
Chanthaburi
Part bakery-cafe, part swanky restaurant, riverside Koff is a sophisticated sort of place that contrasts sharply with the old town on the other side of…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
One of a string of upmarket bar-restaurants overlooking the waves at the north end of Bang Saen, this huge set-up has a truly marvellous outlook,…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Though it is heavily visited by coach parties, this impressive rainforest-style resort restaurant is still worth making a detour for. Experience tasty…
Pattaya
Just north of the Dolphin Roundabout, this stylish French-style cafe serves excellent salads, crepes, croissants and, of course, baguettes, plus numerous…
Pattaya
With spectacular views looking back over the entire Pattaya bay, this clifftop restaurant conjures up excellent Thai fusion food. Reservations are needed…
Ko Samet
Better than most of the beachfront restaurants on this popular beach, this is a romantic place for dinner, with tables almost lapped by the waves. Don't…
Chanthaburi
The most sophisticated of the riverside restaurants, Tamajun has elegant vintage-style decor and coveted tables hanging over the water. Live crooner bands…
Pattaya
One of Pattaya’s most famous seafood restaurants spreads across both sides of Walking St. The massive range of dishes (including plenty of Western options…
Ko Samet
At the end of the street near the national-park post, Funky Monkey is regarded by many as making Ko Samet's best pizza. It certainly does a satisfying…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Enjoy the island's best woodfired pizza in the large semi-open dining area festooned with Chinese umbrellas. Start with the thin-crust margherita base …
Ko Kut
Handy for the cluster of accommodation near Hat Khlong Chao, this family-run restaurant has a covered area as well as pleasant outdoor seating on rustic…
Ko Chang
Owned by an arty escapee from Bangkok, this friendly little boutique bungalow complex has a beautiful seafront dining area and a relaxed, romantic…
Ko Chang
Seafood, a few Isan dishes and the famous homemade curry sauce are the best bets here. The menu also features creative smoothies, such as lychee, lemon…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
A stylish steakhouse in the Karavel House Hotel, California Steak serves a range of imported meats. Yes, it's a hotel restaurant but it's no worse for…
Trat
Trat's busy night market is great for cheap eats. Numerous grill stalls serve seafood, satay sticks, plenty of sôm·đam (spicy green papaya salad), a…
Ko Kut
This justifiably popular seafood, steak and barbecue restaurant is worth the 2km trek north of Hat Klong Chao for upbeat atmosphere, friendly service and…
Ko Chang
The green, red and yellow decor, rustic ambience and reggae soundtrack tell the story of this colourful roadside restaurant that has fine views over Bang…
Pattaya
Duck dishes rule the roost in this well-established and popular Thai-Chinese restaurant, though the seafood dishes are also tasty. It's very reasonably…
Ko Chang
Local musician Oodie runs a nicely diverse operation, with excellent French dishes, Thai specialities and pizzas, served with live blues music nightly…
Ko Chang
This open-air place packs in locals and tourists alike for its all-you-can-eat hotpot and grill offer. Help yourself to ingredients and get dunking and…
Ko Chang
'If it swims, we have it' is Choy Lay's motto, and indeed it has a huge seafood menu as well as great bay views from its spot in the middle of the pier…
Ko Chang
Lonely Beach's very popular main-street seafood restaurant is set up like a market stall with plastic chairs and tables under a canopy and whole fish…
Pattaya
This long-running vegetarian and vegan restaurant has a loyal following and is close to the action. It's a tiny place but kept spotless, and has air-con…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
This is the busiest of the streetside seafood restaurants across from the beach. Watch the palms wave in the evening breeze as you enjoy whole steamed sea…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Popular with the Bangkok set, who appreciates the air-con and fair prices, this trendy cafe is always busy. It does breakfasts, burgers, speciality…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
With a big overwater deck, Ko Mak Seafood is regarded as the best place on the islands for fresh seafood. On a quiet night it can seem a little isolated…
Ko Chang
Baanta is an attractive Thai-temple-styled place offering personable service and a wide choice of dishes, from Thai classics to regional specialities,…
Trat
Adjoining Sangjun Guesthouse, Haven is one of the better equipped restaurants in the old guesthouse district, with twisted timber furniture and a large…
Ko Chang & Eastern Seaboard
Modern Euro-style coffee shop on the road behind the beach, with a small library, bar stools and an effusive owner. As well as espresso coffee and various…
