Hua Hin Beach Restaurants & Dining

There are numerous dining spots serving Western, Indian and Japanese food and for those looking for a drink after the sun goes down, there is an ample supply of bars and pubs, quite few with live music. In addition, many hotel bars and lobby lounges feature live entertainment. All the hotels and resorts have restaurants, and these range from top-notch specialty affairs with international cuisine, to light meals of the Thai and Western varieties. Highly recommended are the buffet spreads laid on by top hotels for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and they’re definitely worth the expense since you’ll get to sample an enormous variety of Thai, Asian and Western food. At some venues, these buffets consist of open cooking stations and often offer live entertainment such as traditional Thai music and dancing

Brasserie de Paris

A Charming French place adjacent to the pier, it has a classic menu featuring traditional treats including beef carpaccio, French onion soup and an extensive list of fish-based dishes – the rock lobster in white butter comes highly recommended. A popular choice for couples who enjoy a romantic setting and reasonably priced specialties.

Opening Hours: 11:00- 22:30
Address: 3 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-8266814
Cuisine: French

Caruso

Ran by native Italian Corrado Caruso, this popular Italian joint has a choice of over 20 pizzas on its menu, and as with everything else at Caruso they are made from scratch and in house. Signature dishes include penne al salmon or spaghetti Siciliani, both of which are even better when married with a fine wine, this too can be easily obtained at Caruso.

Address: 114/1 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-533356
Cuisine: Pizzeria and Italian

Chub Cheeva

This gallery café is a cosy eatery and an indie art house in one. It has mix-and-match furniture, abstract paintings on the walls and an outdoor garden where you can both lounge and feast on an array of contemporary Thai and Italian dishes. If you prefer something lighter than a full meal, try the homemade cakes with coffee or blended fruit juices. Service is friendly but extremely slow, so expect to spend a good chunk of your afternoon or evening hours here.

Opening Hours: 11:00 – 23:00 daily
Location: Hua Hin Soi 41, near Klai Kangwol Palace
Tel: +66 (32) 513 380
Cuisine: Thai-Italian

Hagi Japanese Restaurant

Operated by the Sofitel Hotel, this Japanese restaurant prepares the finest sushi in town and the sashimi is out of this world. For those who are a fan of Japanese food Hagi should definitely be on your agenda when in Hua Hin.

Opening Hours: 13:00-23:00
Address: 1 Damnernkasem Road (adjacent to Sofitel)
Tel: +66 (0) 32-512021
Cuisine: Japanese

Heidi's Garden Restaurant

The unusual combination of Swiss and Thai fare makes for an interesting and varied menu at this garden restaurant. The décor is an eclectic mix of fairy lights, flags, plants and quirky little details that all make for a warm and relaxed ambience. Key dishes include king-size baguettes stuffed with fillings of your choice, steaks and a good list of Thai curries.

Opening Hours: 11:00-Midnight
Address: 2/1 Poolsuk Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-532367
Cuisine: Thai/Swiss/French

La Grappa

A contemporary Italian restaurant that features fine dining, Mediterranean style. All food is prepared by the accomplished Italian chef, Andreas Bonifacio who will happily tailor dishes to suit the requirements of his customers. As well as authentically prepared oven-baked pizzas you can choose from an array of pasta and meat and fish-based dishes. Dishes are well teamed with a vast wine selection from which choices can be recommended by the chef and wait staff.

Opening Hours: 10:00 – 24:00
Address: 20/5 Poolsuk Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-516 510
Cuisine: Italian

La Villa

One of the first Italian restaurants to open in Hua Hin over 20 years ago, La Villa is something of an institution with Italian food lovers in the area. Having appeared on television in a popular gastronomic show, it is often frequented by Thais visiting the area. The house special is rigatoni al granchio or crab rigatoni. Marco, the owner, is a member of the Italian Chef Association of Thailand.

Opening Hours: 11:30-14:30 – 17:00-23:00
Address: 12/2 Poolsuk Road
Tel: +66 (0) 3251 3435
Cuisine: Italian

Livanto Lifestyle

Importing all its meat from Australia and New Zealand, this is definitely one of Hua Hin’s more upmarket eateries and it sports a trendy interior that is both spacious and relaxed. Guests can choose between the air-conditioned interior and the outdoor terrace overlooking a central Hua Hin shopping street. Generous-sized portions can be followed by some homemade ice cream or a cup of a cup of Illy coffee for the perfect ending to a fine night’s dining.

Opening Hours: 10:00-23:00
Address: 19 Damnernkasem Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-514448
Cuisine: Thai and European

Lo Stivale

Quintessential Italian dining in Hua Hin, the oven-cooked pizzas are easily devoured as are the pasta and meat-based dishes, prepared with natural ingredients imported from Italy. The most traditional among the Italian restaurants in Hua Hin, with background opera, Neapolitan songs and a very large menu.

Address: 132 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-513 800
Cuisine: Pizzeria and Italian

Maharaja Restaurant

Serving up delightful northern Indian fare that will no doubt leave you feeling sated, this long-term Hua Hin resident guarantees an excellent curry, simmered to perfection and served by a great team of wait staff.

Opening Hours: 11:00-23:00
Address: 25 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66(0) 32-531122
Cuisine: Northern Indian

The Moon Terrace

One of the series of seafood-based restaurants that are located on the Beach Road, Moon Terrace has a distinctive modern flavour and is less rough and ready than its neighbours. Wicker chairs and ceilings fans complement the feast of underwater treats.

Opening Hours: 11:00-22:30
Address: 17 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-511734
Cuisine: Seafood

Mamma Mia

Claudio, the owner, is an old Thai hand with a lot of experience in food and in the kingdom, and it shows. While you wait for your order the wait staff serves you a complimentary small appetizer with liver spread and pickles. Food is predominantly Italian based with Thai accents. The restaurant is cool, spacious and appropriately adorned.

Opening Hours: 19:00-22:30
Address: 1 Damnernkasem Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-512021
Cuisine: International

Margaritas

Frustrated by the lack of any ‘real’ Mexican taste in Thailand’s culinary landscape, the owner of this cosy Mexican joint decided to roll up his sleeves and open a venue in the midst of Hua Hin Night Market. The menu features home-style Mexican dishes whipped up from scratch with fresh homemade tortillas, salsas and refried beans. Find both the classics such as burritos, nachos, taquitos and quesadillas as well as hearty specialties like shrimp ranchero, fish veracruzana, picadillo, or fish ‘a la diabla’. Wash them down with a few glasses of margaritas – one of the best in town.

Opening Hours: 17:00-midnight (kitchen closed at 22:30)
Location: 90 Dechanuchit Road (in Hua Hin Night Market, opposite Hua Hin Seafood)
Tel: +66 (0)32 516 675

O’Neill’s Irish Pub and Restaurant

Proudly boasting the best selection of draught beer in Hua Hin, the food here isn’t half bad either. This isn't the place to head for great tasting Thai food, but for hearty European fare it is one of the best in the area. Sunday specials are centred on the traditional British Sunday lunch with roast beef and Yorkshire pudding. The rest of the week the menu encompasses your usual pub grub – sandwiches, burgers and steaks.

Opening Hours: 10:00-24:00
Address: Poolsuk Road
Tel: +66 (0)32-511517
Cuisine: International

Orchids

Serving a mix of Thai and French offerings you won’t be disappointed with your finds. Owned by sisters Toom and Bee for over a decade they have delivered world-class recipes prepared with the freshest ingredients and organic produce.

Opening Hours: 12:00-23:00
Address: 110/1 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0)32-513670
Cuisine: French and Thai

Palm Seafood Pavilion

An utterly charming beachside restaurant, where the delectable cuisine is complemented by a soothing view of the rippling ocean. Proclaimed to be Hua Hin’s premier finest dining restaurant the service, cuisine and wine menu are all world class. This is exactly how you would imagine ocean view dining and more.

Opening Hours: 19:00-22:30
Address: 1 Damnernkasem Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-512021
Cuisine: International

Pizza Corner

Fast and fabulous, this Italian joint delivers tasty Italian treats including pizzas, sandwiches, burgers and pastas as quickly as you can say, “mamma mia”. It’s a great place to head to if you want a quick feed before hitting the town.

Opening Hours: 11:00-23:00
Address: 6/2, Damnernkasem Road
Tel: +66 (0) 32-532127
Cuisine: Pizza

Peppino

If you are looking for Italian fine dining and homemade recipes that evoke the warmth and cosy feeling of your grandmother’s kitchen, then you will find Peppino a delight. The menu features a range of Italian classics, prepared according to the half-Italian chef owner’s family recipes. Highlights include osso buco, or veal shanks braised with vegetables, rigatoni al tartufo and crème brulee for dessert. Choose from indoor or outdoor seating.

Opening Hours: noon- 14:30 (lunch), 17:30-22:00 (dinner)
Location: Petchkasem Soi 84, next to Villa Market
Tel: +66 (0)32 511 664, +66 (0)86 172 6679
Cuisine: Italian

Petchkasem Road - Night Bazaar

This road has numerous indoor and alfresco seafood joints that have a huge selection of seafood and steaks at reasonable prices. The restaurants listed below come highly recommended for both their extensive menus and vibrant atmosphere. Among these, we recommend that you venture out to Bird Chilli, Hua Hin Seafood, Road Fai and Khaimuk, all of which are situated in very close proximity to each other.

Tapas Cafe

Previously called Monsoon Restaurant & Bar, this atmospheric eatery is set in a beautifully restored wooden shop-house. White timber doors and ceilings lend a sophisticated touch to the interiors, while colourful Vietnamese lamps, brass ceiling fans and hard wood furniture are reminiscent of the 1950s colonial style. The menu features an array of Spanish tapas dishes, wine, cocktails, beers and spirits. There’s a covered terrace on the second floor is ideal for chilling out.

Opening Hours: 12:00-23:00
Location: Northern end of Naresdamri Road, opposite the fishing pier
Tel: +66 (0)32 531 062
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas

Taj Mahal

Another restaurant specializing in Indian food, the Taj Mahal is situated on the seafront near the pier. Expect to find all the classic curry dishes you would expect from a mainstream northern Indian eatery – Masala , Madras, and butter chicken, all simmered to perfection and teamed perfectly with cold beer.

Opening Hours: 12:00- 22:30
Address: 31/1 Naresdamri Road
Tel: +66 (0)-3251-6615
Cuisine: Indian

Ye Olde Buffalo Tavern

This is the kind of restaurant that will make you feel at home. A long-time favourite of visitors and local expats, Ye Olde Buffalo Tavern specializes in English pub grub, steaks, pizzas and a selection of Thai fusion fare that will delight your palate. But not to be missed is its pork spare ribs, billed by local food critics as one of the best in the country. The kids menu comes with complimentary hot chocolate brownie and vanilla ice cream. Apart from the restaurant, the building’s top floor is converted into well-appointed apartment studios, each with a large, decked-out terrace overlooking the ocean.

Opening Hours: 09:00-01:00
Location: 1 Naresdamri Road (opposite the fishing pier on the corner of Chomsin and Naresdamri Roads)
Tel: +66 (0)32 530 087, +66 (0)86 603 5335
Cuisine: English and Thai fusion