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Open Daily 8am to 11pm
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Pattaya’s Largest Family-Friendly Mixed Venue featuring… Terrace Bar • Aircon Bar with Free Pool Table • Aircon Steakhouse Live Sports on TV • Large Car Park at Rear • Wheelchair Access Aircon Kids Playroom with Video Monitor in Bar • Free WiFi Plus an 800m2 Outdoor Play Area with Paddling Pool, Sandpit, Trampoline, Swings, Adventure Playground and more! Feeling Hungry? We have a great selection of food from… Premium Steaks • European Favourites • Thai Food Indian, Chinese & Mediterranean Dishes • Weekly Specials Quench your thirst with a wide selection of drinks from… Draught Beer & Cider • Bottled Beers & Ciders Spirits • Bottled Wine • Soft Drinks • Boncafé Fresh Coffee Sunny’s is your ideal all-in-one venue for kid’s parties & events. We also offer licenced outside catering for all t�es of events.
Located between Soi 9 Khao Noi & Soi 24 Nernplubwarn GPS 12.9213714,100.9241588
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06 INTERNATIONAL DINING
John Montague, 4th Earl of Sandwich, an English aristocrat, invented the sandwich back in 1762 14 COVER FEATURE
under
the hood
12 UNDER THE HOOD
16 PUB & BAR DINING
20 EXPAT GROCERIES
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
Hemingway’s has quickly become one of the best pubs and restaurants not in Jomtien but Pattaya as a whole. The popular restaurant & bar opened in February 2017, and since then it has grown from strength to strength. Set in a great location in Jomtien, it’s easy to get to via baht bus, on foot or by car with plenty of parking available. The place is well set out and has friendly and helpful staff. Pool and other bars games are available and the establishment shows all live sports on the numerous TV’s that are to be found. It is noticeable how many expats are in attendance all of whom mix with the many tourists of all nationalities. Hemingway’s hold a free raffle every two weeks that effectively rewards loyalty. Not surprisingly this is always well received, especially when you consider that 15,000 Baht of food and drink vouchers are up for grabs. The outdoor area is another popular place to sit and relax with groups enjoying the breeze along with their cool beers and food. Others enjoy sitting their alone reading a book or just doing a spot of people watching. It easy to appreciate why the place does well both during the afternoon as well as the evenings. During the week, Hemingway’s has several promotions to draw customers in such as Steaks on Monday, a particular favourite for many people with superbly cooked Australian steak available for just 395 Thai Baht. The Quiz Night is also on Monday from 8pm so you can combine the two and have a fantastic evening. They really do offer a great selection of daily specials that are well priced. The food and drinks menu prices are very fairly priced and represent excellent value for money. The choice of food is good, well presented and very consistent, all signs of a quality venue. It is hard to find any criticism of Hemingway’s and the place just seems to get better and better each time you visit. Visit facebook.com/hemingwaysjomtien for more information 4 Restaurant Review
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Open Daily 9:30am to 12:00am • Call 0646 209 225 facebook.com/hemingwaysjomtien | hemingwaysjomtien.com Directions: Heading to Jomtien Beach from Thappraya Road, turn right at the red archway
INTERNATIONAL DINING
As you would expect to find in a multicultural tourist city like Pattaya there are lots of choice when it comes to food. Everything from an English Breakfast to Japanese Sushi, from the most basic of comfort foods to the finest culinary offerings of Foie Gras and lobster, Pattaya has a vast and wonderful selection of international cuisine to suit all budgets. The Pattaya Eating Out Guide will wet your appetite with a vast array of quality offerings and many delicious choices for you every eating mood. When the sun comes up and its time for breakfast fuel to start the day to dinner and beyond, use The Pattaya Eating Out Guide for dining suggestions, offers, specials, events and especially hidden treasures that will have your taste buds craving for more. These are the restaurants we recommend you should try‌ Aroi Pub & Restaurant
Sukhumvit Soi 89
0870 433 227
fb.com/aroipubpattaya
Akvavit Bar & Grill
Jomtien Beach Road
038 233 672
akvavitjomtien.com
Amber Fine Food
Thepprasit Road Soi 8
094 9 527 869
fb.com/amberpattaya
Big Kahuna
Thappraya Road
0972 422 329
fb..com/bigkahunajomtien
Maggs Restaurant
Thepprasit Road
0811 534 733
fb.com/maggsrestaurantpattaya
Momento Beach
Thepprasit Road Soi 8
0927 217 660
hotelmomentopattaya.com
Moonlight Fine Dining
Thappraya Road VT7
0852 777 745
moonlightpattaya.com
News Steak & Grill
Thappraya Road
038 267 174
newssteaks.com
Restaurant Oscars
Jomtien Beach Road
0900 437 806
fb.com/restaurantoscar.pattaya
Thai Garden Resort
North Pattaya Road
038 370 614
fb.com/thaigardenresort
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Tequila Reef Cantina PATTAYA’S BEST MEXICAN SINCE 2001
TEQUILA REEF CANTINA RESTAURANT & BAR IS IDEALLY LOCATED 30m ALONG SOI 7 ON PATTAYA BEACH ROAD. Specialties include “Sizzling” Fajitas & “Pregnant” Burritos plus Mexican Specialties are only the tip of the iceberg at Tequila Reef as we offer your favorite American dishes in our extensive menu. Without question, our most famous item is our renowned Bar-B-Q-Pork Ribs, guaranteed to simply “fall off the bone”. Look no further for Savory Steaks, Fresh from the Water Seafood, Authentic New Orleans Louisiana “Cajun” Specialties, Massive Burgers, Scrumptious Sandwiches, Heavenly Hoagies and Tasty Thai Food.
Reservations 038 414 035 www.tequilareefpattaya.com fb.com/tequilareefpattaya
The only Thai Dining Venue with Traditional Dance in Pattaya Showtime: 7:30pm to 11:00pm
The only unique place in pattaya that you can dine and see Thai traditional classic dance shows and music at it's best in a cool, breezy open-air atmosphere. RuanThai Restaurant serves you with the best Thai & International cuisines.
Seafood, Thai & International Cusine Reservations 038 425 911 or 0624 256 461 Facebook: ruenthaipattaya | www.ruenthairestaurant.com Pattaya 2nd Road (Opp. Dicey Reilly’s) GPS 12.928743,100.8801082
Sunday Roast Traditional
From
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Traditional British, European & Thai cuisines Family friendly with swimming pool & slide Aircon kids play area so parents can relax Traditional Sunday roasts with all the trimmings Imported draught & bottled beers & ciders Live sports & English premier league football Regular live music at weekends Open Daily 9am to Midnight ~ Call 038 051 659 Mabprachan Lake, Siam Country Club Road Google Map: goo.gl/JbQDGG Facebook: fb.com/TheLoftResortPattaya
UNDER THE HOOD
under
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An inside interview into Pattaya’s Eating Out industry Peter Hutchinson from Robin’s Nest gives his answers to our questions on what it’s like to run a restaurant in a competitive place like Pattaya Q When did you start at Robin’s Nest? A Almost three years now, started at the Nest in November 2015. Q Tell us about yourself? A I’m from Brisbane Australia, single and have been since I moved here. I like golf and the Thai caddies, social drinking, and Thai dancers. Q Best day of the week? A Wednesday – my day off and I get to sleep in! Q Biggest spenders? A We don’t really have big spenders as such. We have a busy lunchtime and dinner guests but the spend is nearly always the same. Q Your favourite dish? A Sizzling Mexican chicken or the steak night with a whole roasted garlic. Q Most popular items? A Lasagne special out sells everything and it’s only on for 2 days a week. Q Biggest challenges? A Thai working culture. It has taken me a long time to build a team mentality with my staff. To teach them working together can generate better service and more tips than each staff member chasing one personal tip. Q Best part of the day? A The quiet time in the afternoon from 4:00pm to 6:30pm where I can catch up on work or have a sneaky afternoon break at the coffee shop. Q Sum up your restaurant in 3 words A Relaxing, Friendly, Value. 12 Under the hood
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COVER FEATURE
The story goes that John Montague, 4th Earl of Sandwich, an English aristocrat invented the sandwich back in 1762 largely due to his fondness for late night gambling. It is believed that during a rather infamous gambling session he instructed his chef to prepare food that allowed him to continue gambling unobstructed. The chef obeyed his lordship’s request and created what would now be known as the ‘sandwich’, slices of meat nestled between two slices of bread. The real creator, of course, was the chef but his name has now been lost to history. As time has passed, the sandwich has evolved in terms of fillings but hardly altered from the original form back in 1762. The Earl could today enjoy his gambling whilst tucking into something not dissimilar to what he enjoyed then and maybe his chef would be able to create something new and exciting to cater for his boss’ requirements. Today the sandwich is as popular now as it has ever been with numerous variations available. Those who prefer something more traditional may opt of a cheese and ham sandwich and those feeling adventurous can create anything they please. Almost anything lends itself to being a sandwich filling and as a general rule, if it tastes good and is laid between two slices of bread it can become the perfect sandwich for you. There a few basic ingredients that you need for making your own. Firstly, quality bread is an absolute must otherwise the constituents can be seriously let down. The Cabin Bakery is a great place to pick up fine, freshly baked bread that makes the ideal sandwich. Next, any connoisseur will tell you that margarine should never go anywhere near a sandwich! Butter is the only real option and you don’t get much better than Lurpak, available in Pattaya at Siamburi’s or Foodmart. The main part of any sandwich is the ingredients but as we have mentioned there are so many to choose from. Cheese is a favourite for most and goes well 14 Cover Feature
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with almost any other filling. Of course, extras such as Branston Pickle, Hellman’s Mayonnaise and Colman’s Mustard are also essential in any cupboard. You can pick up these type of condiments locally in Pattaya at Siamburi’s or Foodmart, meaning that you no longer have to bring them from home or wait for friends and relatives to come. You could also go online and order from NoQ.co.th Meats such as hams, beef and chicken that are designed as sandwich fillings are available at many places in town but one of the best options are AKA Traders. Along with having the usual favourites they also have other slightly more unusual cured and seasoned meats that can really bring your sandwich to life. In reality, quality products and a good imagination are all that you require to make your own variation to suit your taste buds. Sometimes making our own sandwiches can seem like a bit of an effort, especially if you don’t have the right ingredients, or perhaps we are lacking in creativity and we just want someone to rustle something up on our behalf. Great sandwiches are available at almost every venue in town but special shouts should go out for the Philly Cheese Sub at the Loft Resort at Mabprachan, the various Retox venues around Pattaya and Tequila Reef in Soi 7 Beach Road. Quality Roast beef sandwiches with topping such as horseradish or mustard can be harder to find but luckily the Sportsman has come to our rescue here. If you are looking for a hearty Ploughman’s Sunny’s or Hemingway’s offer the complete works that are enough to satisfy even the largest of appetites. If you are looking to get something ‘on the go’ Siamburi’s and Foodmart have ready-made deli sandwiches that you can quickly pick up on your travels. One thing is for sure, if you are looking to create something yourself, eat on the move or sit down and enjoy, Pattaya has plenty of options for everyone. Fantasising about the sandwich from ‘back home’ is now something left to history, just like the Earl of Sandwich’s chef! visit our website | www.pattaya.guide
PUB & BAR DINING
With thousands of expats and foreign tourists in Pattaya it is no surprise to find lots of pubs and bars. Most pubs will have all the live sports you could hope for and unlike many parts of the world there is no limit to the amount of sport displayed at any one time so expect to find lots of TV’s when you enter. Food in these establishments is often very well priced, excellent quality and large portions. If you don’t fancy the local Thai food then the pubs and bars are for you. It doesn’t matter what nationality you are, the pubs of Pattaya are welcoming places and everyone will be made to feel welcome regardless of it is their first visit or their hundredth. The pubs are great places to make new friends and meet new acquaintances. These are the Pubs and Bars you should try: Sportsman Pub
Pattaya Beach Road Soi 13
038 710 609
sportsmanpub.com
iRovers
LK Metro
038 489 494
i-rovers.com
Robins Nest
Soi Diana
038 720 194
robinsnestpattaya.com
Retox Bar & Hotel
Soi Lengkee
0874 406 060
retoxpattaya.com
Retox Game On
Soi Honey
0874 406 060
retoxgameon.com
Queen’s Arms
Soi Buakhao
0874 406 060
fb.com/queensarmspattaya
O'Garas
Phratumnak Road
038 250 666
taracourthotel.com
Retox Outback
Siam Country Club Road
0926 174 951
outbackgolfbar.asia
Loft Pub
Lake Mabprachan
0932 12 9 969
fb.com/theloftpubpattaya
Loft Resort
Lake Mabprachan
038 051 659
fb.com/theloftresortpattaya
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NIGEL BENN The Dark Destroyer WBO & WBC BOXING CHAMPION Raffle and proceeds to Hand to Hand Charity
Tickets On Sale Available at all Retox venues Book early to avoid disappointment
Friday 2nd November 2018 Retox Game On - Soi Honey 7:00pm GOLD PACKAGE 25,000 Baht (limited availability) Front row table of 6 persons can enjoy an exclusive hour with Nigel Benn plus a signed photo • Steak supper • Q&A Session 8:00pm SILVER PACKAGE 1,500 Baht per person All seating within close proximity of Nigel Benn Finger food buffet • Photo opportunity • Q&A Session
Simon 0874 406 060 Dean 0800 951 316
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PATTAYA’S LARGEST SPORTS BAR GR OUP
SOI LENGKEE • SOI HONEY • SIAM COUNTRY CLUB
Pattaya’s #1 Sports Pub Group
Live Sports on Big Screen TVs Draught Beers & Cider Unbeatable Daily Specials All You Can Eat Sunday Carvery English Newspapers & Free Wifi RETOXPATTAYA.COM • RETOXGAMEON.COM • RETOXDARKSIDE.COM
EXPAT GROCERIES
Now more than ever, Pattaya has a fantastic range of expat groceries from chocolates to cheese and so much more. When the Pattaya Guide started way back in 2004 the options when it came to buying expat groceries and the items that we are more familiar with, was somewhat limited. We all used to be waiting for friends and family to be coming from ‘home’ armed with suitcases full of tinned salmon, Branston Pickle and the chocolates that we all know and love. Thankfully, that has all changed massively in the last few years with lots of shops around the city stocking a wide variety of expat groceries. In fact, we are lucky that with the advent of the internet we no longer have to leave our homes to find these products, simple searches online usually provide the answers that you need and many offer delivery direct to your door. There will be many people in and around the city who would crave English sausages and bacon only to have to make do with the local substitutes which fall some way short of the mark. Luckily, bacon, sausage and even black pudding have once again formed part of the diet of many British expats thanks to the ease and convenience that these products can now be purchased. It isn’t just the foods from the UK that now fill our stores, you only have to look around and see many products from across Europe, North America and Australia. In fact, every nationality is now well catered for when it comes to all foodstuff and groceries that they would expect to find in any supermarket back in their home. The options are plentiful and you certainly won’t be left craving for tinned products, raw meats and those sweets that we fancy once in a while! 20 Expat Groceries
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PRIME FOODS | MEAT SUPPLIER We produce sausages, bacon, ham, gammon, steak, chops, burgers, pies plus much more all made to international standards. Wholesale rates and delivery service available for restaurants. Our shop located on Soi Nernplubwarn is open Monday to Saturday from 9:30am to 4:30pm. www.primefoodservice.net AKA TRADERS | IMPORTED SPECIALITIES Our main “in-house” product lines include a full range of sausages, bacon, smoked fish and bottled preserves. Our imported lines include an extensive selection of Italian specialties, seafood products and beef from Canada and the USA plus a wide range of international wines. www.akatraders.com NoQ | ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY Are you one of 1000’s of people fed up with traffic, parking, spending hours in the shops, screaming kids, long queues at checkout, loading and unloading, more traffic? NoQ online shopping delivered to your door is the solution to the shopping nightmare in Pattaya. www.noq.co.th
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MORE THAN JUST A SUPERMARKET FOODMART offers a wide selection of the best food and drink from around the world at seasonable prices. FOODMART is located on Thappraya Road, north of Thepprasit Road, opposite Pan Pan Restaurant.
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Pattaya is one of the worlds most active entertainment destinations and thousands travel every year to party. Partying hard has it’s down sides though and there is nothing better than a food delivery service when you don’t feel like leaving your hotel room. If you are an expat, the idea of cooking might not appeal and quite frankly who would be surprised especially in the heat and when you are suffering from a hangover! Lucky for you there are plenty of options with Door 2 Door Food Delivery leading the way, plus Nick The Pizza who offer free delivery as far as Lake Mabprachan and Na Jomtien, plus Retox To You is the new kid on the block. If you’re feeling in a lazy mood, try one of the delivery services below. Door 2 Door Food Delivery
038 720 222
door2doorpattaya.com
Nick the Pizza
038 373 418
nickthepizza.com
Retox To You
0983 499 927
retox2u.com
Pattaya Meals
0952 859 551
pattayameals.com
New York Pizza House
0807 873 330
nypizzahouse.com
Domino’s Pizza
038 410 356
dominospizza.co.th
The Pizza Company
1112
pizza.co.th
Pizza Hut
1150
pizzahut.co.th
Burger King
1112
burgerking.co.th
McDonalds
1711
mcdelivery.mcthai.co.th
KFC
1150
kfc.co.th
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