Pattaya, the fishing village of Thailand is known for a lip-smacking variety of foods within the shops along its streets. Read on to discover our top must-try delicacies that draw crowds of people to its coast.

Som Tum

This salad is perfect for Papaya lovers and is a favourite among locals. Som Tum comprises a brilliant conjugation of salty, sweet, sour, and spicy flavours owing to a generous amount of chilli and palm sugar in its mix. It contains raw papaya, beans, dried seafood, and peanuts. You can find it at almost any stall on the street or even at one of the best restaurants in Pattaya.

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Tom Yum Goong

If you are worried that visiting Pattaya would mean taking a break from seafood, fear no more! Tom Yum Goong – a spicy shrimp soup topped with lemon grass, Thai chillies, and galangal – will keep your taste buds craving more. You could learn to cook this dish at home by taking a class offered by Avani Pattaya Resort.

Kha Niao Mamuang

This sticky mango rice is a mouth-watering Thai dessert compiled with freshly cut mangoes, sticky rice, coconut milk, and palm sugar. It would be perfect for washing away the spiciness from a meal or cooling down from the heat of the sun.

Khanom Bueang

Do you long for the crepes back home? Delight your taste buds with Khanom Bueang, confectionery Thai-style crepes stuffed with meringue and egg threads. Revel in its crispy texture as the cream explodes against your tongue.

Thai Fish Cakes

Crispy on the outside, with their succulent fillings bursting from the inside, discover these deep-fried fish cakes in most street stalls along the corner. They are made up of a mixture of minced fish, lime leaves, and curry paste and make the perfect snack for any time of the day.