If price is not a criteria, make a reservation at Mantra, consistently ranked as one of Pattaya’s premiere restaurants. Here, chefs simultaneously and flawlessly craft together meals from around the world thanks to their seven kitchens—one for Chinese, Japanese, Mediterranean, Indian, Western, seafood and last but not the least, a kitchen for charcoal grilling. Plus, thanks to the glass walls and all of this visible to Mantra’s diners.

Monday - Saturday Mantra does not open until 6 pm and only serves dinner; however their Sunday Brunch from 11 AM to 3 PM is the stuff of legends. Keep in mind that despite their location at the start of Beach Road, dress code is strictly enforced here during dinner, but ever so slightly less restrictive during Sunday bunch. Even so, no shorts or sandals.

Recommended dish: With an extensive dinner menu featuring so many different cuisines, I recommend coming for the Sunday brunch and trying a bit of everything.