Tong Talay Seafood Buffet

Tong Talay is an all-you-can-eat seafood buffet in Ao Nang, around 3.5 kilometres from the beach, built around a hands-on dining format where guests choose from live and fresh seafood — including blue crab, prawns, oysters, sea bass, and horseshoe crab — then cook it themselves by grilling or boiling directly at the table. The dipping sauces are a particular draw, pairing well with the shellfish and whole fish on offer, and mango sticky rice rounds out the meal on the dessert side. The atmosphere is casual and well-suited to groups and families. Staff are attentive throughout the meal, helping crack harder shells and clearing debris between rounds, which keeps the experience relaxed even when the restaurant is busy. Pricing sits in the mid-range bracket, with visitors reporting buffet costs ranging from under 500 baht to around 800 baht per person depending on the selection tier — making it an accessible option for quality seafood dining without the cost of an upscale restaurant. The restaurant opens every day from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM with no weekly closures. Arriving close to opening time is advisable, both to secure a table and to access the freshest seafood before peak evening crowds arrive. Checking the Facebook page before visiting is recommended for current pricing, tier options, or any reservation details.