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One Palm Food Garden

4.3(292 reviews)

Located next to the Big C shopping centre in Tambon Hua Hin, this open-air food court draws a relaxed evening crowd with its combination of affordable local food, cold beer, and occasional live music. Known locally as Tal Diao Food Court, it operates as a multi-stall market-style venue rather than a single restaurant, giving diners the freedom to browse and mix dishes from different vendors.

The food selection covers the essentials without overwhelming variety — expect Thai staples like Pad Thai and satay alongside moo krata (Thai barbecue hotpot), grilled duck, and even German bratwurst for those in the mood for something different. Chang and Federbräu beer are the drinks of choice here. The atmosphere is informal and sociable, with a sizeable seating area suited to groups and families looking for a low-key evening out.

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Reviews from Google

The food here is excellent value! Low-cost and high-quality. I only recently discovered this wonderful little food market, but I will be returning on a regular basis!

Quite big seating area. There are ok variation of food. I wouldn't say it's big selection here but there are everything you may want for a meal - Pad Thai, satay, moo krata, German sausage, fruit smoothies and cook as ordered Thai food stalls. I think the parking is on the roadside or park at the nearby Big C. I got kaprao mookrob (crispy pork kaprao on rice) for not sure, 50 or 60 baht. Happy with the taste and quantity.

Visited in mid-November, just as Hua Hin is entering the cool season. I stopped by Tal Diao Food Court, which is located right next to Big C. Parking at Big C and walking over is very convenient. The area around the food court is a small local community with plenty of shops. Inside, there are quite a number of food stalls, but not all are open—some units are still empty. The seating area is in the middle, with many tables available, though the number of customers was quite small during my visit. There is also a large stage, but overall the food selection is not very diverse. The variety felt quite average and nothing in particular really stood out or tempted me to try. If you plan to visit, I recommend sitting near the edges of the food court. The center area tends to feel quite hot and stuffy. Overall, it’s a convenient place to stop by if you’re already in the area, but the atmosphere and food options could be improved.

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One Palm Food Garden: Frequently Asked Questions

Is One Palm Food Garden worth visiting?

One Palm Food Garden holds a 4.3★ rating from 292 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Hua Hin.

What are the opening hours of One Palm Food Garden?

One Palm Food Garden is typically open 16:00-00:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit One Palm Food Garden?

The best months to visit Hua Hin are March – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – November (rainy season).

Where is One Palm Food Garden located?

One Palm Food Garden is at ข้าง Big C ตาลเดี่ยว 1 3218 Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (blue, along main roads); Motorbike taxis.

Location Info

ข้าง Big C ตาลเดี่ยว 1 3218 Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand+66 86 797 0121www.facebook.com/S.NARONG2017/
Opening Hours
Monday16:00–00:00
Tuesday16:00–00:00
Wednesday16:00–00:00
Thursday16:00–00:00
Friday16:00–00:00
Saturday16:00–00:00
Sunday16:00–00:00

Visitor Information

Best time to visit

March – August

Avoid: September – November (rainy season)

Rainy season

September – November

Avg. temperature

23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)

Crowds

Moderate

Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)

Getting there

Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.

Getting around

  • Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
  • Motorbike taxis
  • Bicycle rental
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food

Learn the Spice Scale

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