Sunset View Pai
Hilltop restaurant in Mae Hi serving home-cooked Thai food with panoramic views over Pai and the surrounding mountains.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 11:00–20:00
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.
Details
- Phone
- +66 87 042 4203
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Why go, and how to do it well
Perched above the Mae Hi area on the outskirts of Pai, Sunset View Pai draws visitors as much for its sweeping panorama of Pai town and the surrounding mountain ranges as for its kitchen. The setting is quiet and unhurried, with a relaxed atmosphere that regulars return to evening after evening. Friendly owners and a welcoming environment make it equally suitable for solo travelers, couples, and families passing through the region.
The food holds its own well beyond the views. The menu spans home-cooked Thai dishes and Western options, with visitor favorites including chicken coconut soup, garlic pork, cashew chicken, sticky rice, and noodle dishes that draw particular praise for their texture and freshness. Local vegetable stir-fries also appear regularly in positive feedback, reflecting a kitchen that leans into regional ingredients.
The restaurant opens daily from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM, covering both lunch and dinner without any weekly closures. Arriving around 6:00 PM is widely recommended by visitors who want to secure a good seat before the sunset draws a crowd. The address places it in the Mae Hi area outside central Pai, so it is worth confirming directions with your accommodation or using GPS coordinates to navigate there, particularly if traveling by scooter for the first time.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
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Reviews from Google
Sunset view offers AWESOME, home-cooked Thai cuisine with an amazing view of the sunset. Come here around 6pm to snap the best seats! We ordered the Chicken Coconut Soup, Garlic Pork, Local veg stir fry and the omelette and was blown away by how homely it tasted. We come from Singapore and found that it tasted so much better than the Thai cuisine at home! ❤️ The owner, a lady is also fluent in English and Chinese, making ordering a breeze. There are 4 lovely doggos in the restaurant - while they bark and look fierce, they are actually very kind and lovely! The restaurant is slightly far from the city centre, but located near the white Buddha. Parking is available right outside the restaurant and is free. Come to Sunset view for great food and great views!
Delicious Thai food! I thought this would be one of those places where you only go for the view, we decided to eat there anyway and what can I say: the cashew chicken was so flavorful the sticky rice perfect and the curry tasteful as well. Will come back for the food, the friendly staff and obviously: the view.
Incredible clean view of Pai and surrounding mountains. Tranquile environment with lovely owners and protective but very friendly doggies. Great food, both Thai and Western! Highly recommend!!
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 425 reviews on Google.
8FX2+RWQ, Mae Hi, Pai District, Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Restaurants & Food
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.
Use Grab for Delivery
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Sunset View Pai: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset View Pai worth visiting?
Sunset View Pai holds a 4.6★ rating from 425 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated restaurants & food in Pai.
What are the opening hours of Sunset View Pai?
Sunset View Pai is typically open 11:00–20:00 — 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 Sunset View Pai?
The best months to visit Pai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: Mid-February – April (hot & hazy).
Where is Sunset View Pai located?
Sunset View Pai is at 8FX2+RWQ, Mae Hi, Pai District, Mae Hong Son 58130, Thailand, in Pai. Getting around Pai: Motorbike rental (essential — ฿150/day); Bicycle rental for town.
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