Sophon Food Market
An open-air food court that doesn't open until 3pm, then feeds you local prices until 2am.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 15:00–02:00
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 65 608 6695
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Come here hungry and come here with cash. This is a proper open-air food market on Pattaya Sai 3, the kind where you wander the stalls twice before deciding, then sit on a plastic chair near whichever vendor won. Grilled chicken is what people rave about. Crocodile meat is on the menu too, if you want a story to take home. Pad Thai, grilled fish, drink stalls, all at local prices rather than beach-road prices.
It's grown a lot recently, with new vendors and a lot more seating than it used to have, and it stays cleaner than most street food setups in the area. Most vendors don't speak English. Nobody minds. Point at what you want, use a translation app for the rest, and you'll be fine. Give it a couple of hours if you want to eat properly rather than grab and go.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Experience hints
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Reviews from Google
This is a great little growing market. It has changed a lot in the last year or so. Many new shops and lots of seating added. There is also parking along the back side. The market has several drink shops along with Pad Thai, grilled fish and meat products. Overall very happy with this little market. A great place to stop in the evening if you are looking for a snack or going home from work.
Delicious Thai food. Many options to choose from. Most vendors do not speak English, but between pointing and Google translate, there are never issues in ordering what you want. Every person I have met here is also very kind in helping a falang.
Clean environment. They have really good food with local price.
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 215 reviews on Google.
WV9H+WH2, Soi Durian Pattaya Sai 3, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, 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
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.
Sophon Food Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sophon Food Market worth visiting?
Sophon Food Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 215 Google reviews — a strong rating for restaurants & food in Pattaya.
What are the opening hours of Sophon Food Market?
Sophon Food Market is typically open 15:00–02:00 — 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 Sophon Food Market?
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 Sophon Food Market located?
Sophon Food Market is at WV9H+WH2, Soi Durian Pattaya Sai 3, Muang Pattaya, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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