Tarachan Restaurant
Tarachan Restaurant sits on Chomsin Road in central Hua Hin, within easy walking distance of the Hua Hin Night Market, and has built a strong following among both locals and visitors for its fresh seafood and traditional Thai cooking. Standout dishes noted by diners include fried squid with garlic, tom yum soup made with fresh ingredients, grilled sea prawns, morning glory, and papaya salad — the kind of straightforward, well-executed Thai menu that prioritises quality sourcing over novelty.
The restaurant offers both indoor air-conditioned seating and outdoor tables, with staff on hand to set up fans for guests dining outside. The environment is clean and comfortable, making it a practical choice for families, couples, and small groups alike. Portion sizes are described as generous, and the overall experience represents solid value for the standard of food on offer.
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Reviews from Google
Very good Thai food in easy walking distance of Hua hin night market and of much higher standard then any restaurants that are in the night market and surrounding area. There is also plenty of free parking at the side. We visited Tarachan on 2 different occasions recently. Both times we were given the option of covered outdoor or indoor air conditiond seating. Staff nice and friendly, Food served quickly and it not only looked good and presented nice. It tasted great. You can tell only quality ingredients are used and that skilled chefs are working on the kitchen. Portions are also of a good size. We had several dishes amongst them deep fried sea bass, Pork leg, beef massaman all were outstanding. I would say it is some of the best food in Hua hin. Its certainly is the best in that price range. I will definatley visit again.
good food. Original Thai taste. Fried Squid with fried galic was so great. Tom Yum was also good fresh ingredient. Grilled sea shrimp was so fresh. You can feel the freshness in your mouth. Wonderful. It may take some times if on weekend. But it's worth to wait. The price is also reasonable.
Wanted to try somewhere we had not been before and Tarachan reviewed well so went for dinner. Plenty of seating was available, we sat outside and it was comfortable with staff placing fans for us. Service was good, orders taken promptly and food arrived quickly. Was very good service. Food was tasty and good levels of spicy. I thought the mussels were a little undercooked but sauce was delicious. Other dishes were tasty too. Prices were good. Worth checking out and in a good central l9xation. location.
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Tarachan Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tarachan Restaurant worth visiting?
Tarachan Restaurant holds a 4.8★ rating from 940 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Hua Hin.
What are the opening hours of Tarachan Restaurant?
Tarachan Restaurant is typically open 11:00-21:00 — 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 Tarachan Restaurant?
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 Tarachan Restaurant located?
Tarachan Restaurant is at 164 Chomsin Rd, 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
164 Chomsin Rd, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand+66 81 400 7030www.tarachan-huahin.com/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
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
- •Grab available
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
Learn the Spice Scale
Say 'mai pet' for no spice, 'pet nit noi' for a little spice, or 'pet mak' if you want it Thai-hot. Most cooks will default to a toned-down version for foreigners unless you specify otherwise.
Follow the Crowds
The busiest street stalls are almost always the best — high turnover means fresh ingredients and a recipe that locals vouch for. An empty restaurant at dinner time is a red flag.
Ice Is Safe
Factory-made tube or cylinder ice (used in virtually all restaurants and stalls) is made from purified water and is safe to consume. You don't need to skip the iced Thai tea.
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Location Info
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
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
- •Grab available

