Ruenthai Restaurant
A garden Thai restaurant on Second Road near Walking Street, with traditional dance on its stage in the evening.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:00–22:00
- Price
- $$$$
- Mid-range
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
- 093 928 9162
- Website
- www.ruenthairestaurant.com
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Ruenthai is a large Thai restaurant on Second Road in South Pattaya, with indoor tables and an open-air garden of trees, plants and a small waterfall. In the evening there's traditional Thai music and dance on its stage, which makes it an easy introduction for first-time visitors.
The cooking is straightforward Thai, and reviewers note that it's one of the few proper Thai restaurants close to Walking Street. Google puts most meals at ฿200–1,000 a head.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Best rated within a 9-minute walk
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Ruenthai Restaurant, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 1 minCasa Pascal RestaurantRestaurants & Food · 30 m · 4.6★
- 1 minBodega BarNightlife & Bars · 90 m · 4.3★
- 1 minLocal Thai RestaurantRestaurants & Food · 110 m · 4.8★
- 2 minEat Street Major Foods PlazaRestaurants & Food · 130 m · 4.4★
- 2 minAvani Pattaya ResortHotels & Resorts · 140 m · 4.6★
- 2 minThai Sabai MassageWellness & Spas · 150 m · 4.8★
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Ruenthai Restaurant, round out your day in Pattaya with contrasting stops nearby.
485 Thanon Pattayasaisong, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung
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All within a 3-minute walk of Ruenthai Restaurant.
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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
The Grab app works for food delivery across Thailand, letting you order from street stalls and restaurants alike. It's invaluable on rainy days or when you want to eat in your hotel.
Ruenthai Restaurant: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ruenthai Restaurant worth visiting?
Ruenthai Restaurant holds a 4.1★ rating from 1,098 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Ruenthai Restaurant?
Ruenthai Restaurant is typically open 10:00–22:00 — 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.
How expensive is Ruenthai Restaurant?
Ruenthai Restaurant is moderately priced (฿฿) relative to other restaurants & food in Pattaya.
When is the best time to visit Ruenthai Restaurant?
The best months to visit Pattaya 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: September – October (wettest months).
Where is Ruenthai Restaurant located?
Ruenthai Restaurant is at 485 Thanon Pattayasaisong, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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