Sohotown Pattaya
Sohotown Pattaya is a bustling food court-style venue in the Nong Prue district, drawing a predominantly tourist crowd with its wide selection of individual food stalls serving Asian dishes, fresh seafood, fruit smoothies, and local Thai specialties. Rather than a single kitchen, the format allows visitors to browse multiple stalls and order from different vendors before settling into the shared dining area — a setup that suits groups with varied tastes.
Seafood is the centrepiece here, with options including steamed prawns, shrimp sashimi, and a rotating selection of fresh catches cooked to order. Stir-fried vegetables, garlic dishes, and local street food round out the menu. Visitor experiences with the seafood vary — some rate it as very fresh and well-prepared, while others find certain dishes unremarkable — so sticking to the simpler, freshly cooked items appears to be a reliable strategy. Fruit smoothies and fresh mango from the first stall near the entrance come consistently recommended.
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Reviews from Google
It's not worth it to eat seafood here. Expensive and not tasty. I ordered several kinds of seafood, except for the steamed big head shrimp and shrimp sashimi, the others were very ordinary. Especially the salt and pepper shrimp. The shrimp meat was loose and seemed to have been stored for a long time. Razor clams are like eating rubber bands. Moreover, there is no air conditioning when eating here, so you will sweat while eating. But it’s worth mentioning here that the durians here are easy to buy and delicious. Affordable and sweet. If I come back next time, I will only buy fruit from this place and will not eat stale seafood here.
Mind blowing choices. They are mainly kitchen fried items. Plenty of seafood dishes to choose from. This seems to be where the visitors come to eat. The locals here are just for the business. Seafood, pork, soup dishes, vegetables
Plenty of fresh fruit smoothy and local food freshly cooked as you wait. Sea food and other delicacy. Price is fair and affordable. Very nice lady with the first stall selling mangoes and fresh juice.
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Sohotown Pattaya: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sohotown Pattaya worth visiting?
Sohotown Pattaya holds a 4.0★ rating from 382 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Sohotown Pattaya?
Sohotown Pattaya is typically open 12:00-02:00 — 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 Sohotown Pattaya?
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: June – October (rainy, rough seas).
Where is Sohotown Pattaya located?
Sohotown Pattaya is at 78, 57 หมู่ที่ 9 Thanon Pattayasaisong, ตำบล หนองปรือ, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
Location Info
78, 57 หมู่ที่ 9 Thanon Pattayasaisong, ตำบล หนองปรือ, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand+66 92 461 6145Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: June – October (rainy, rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Minibus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (~1.5 hrs). Bus from Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai (~2 hrs). No direct train.
Getting around
- •Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes)
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Ferry to Koh Larn island
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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
November – February
Avoid: June – October (rainy, rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Minibus from Suvarnabhumi Airport (~1.5 hrs). Bus from Bangkok's Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai (~2 hrs). No direct train.
Getting around
- •Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes)
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Ferry to Koh Larn island