★ 4.4
GOOGLE · /5
GOVINDAM INDIAN RESTAURANT
"Pattaya's 100% pure vegetarian and Jain Indian restaurant - all-region menu spanning North and South India, no onion-or-garlic options for Jain diners"
Last visit · 15 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Sep 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
A Central Pattaya institution — open over a decade, still on the editors' shortlist.
SKIP IF
You want a casual walk-in — book ahead for the good slots, especially weekends.
BEST FOR
vegetarian, vegan, jain
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
GOVINDAM INDIAN RESTAURANT.
Pattaya's 100% pure vegetarian and Jain Indian restaurant - all-region menu spanning North and South India, no onion-or-garlic options for Jain diners
IndianVegetarianPure VegJainNorth IndianSouth Indian
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Rajasthani thali (full Rajasthani vegetarian set)
DID YOU KNOW
Pattaya's 100% pure vegetarian and Jain Indian restaurant - all-region menu spanning North and South India, no onion-or-garlic options for Jain diners
02BY THE NUMBERS
480
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$
200-450 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
7.0/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
10.0/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.0/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Walk-ins generally fine. Friday and Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy.
- Order: Rajasthani thali.
- Expect roughly 200-450 THB per person for a full meal ($$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
VegetarianVeganJainIndian CuisineValueReligious DietaryFamily FriendlySouth Indian
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
86 km·117 min by car·~1,739 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
31 km·52 min by car·~679 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
101 km·135 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🛍️
MALL
Central Festival Pattaya
0.8 km · 9 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Holiday Inn Pattaya
0.8 km · 10 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Hilton Pattaya
0.9 km · 11 min walk
🏖️
LANDMARK
Pattaya Beach
1.2 km · 14 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 09:00-23:59
OPEN WHEN.
MON09:00-23:59OPEN
TUE09:00-23:59OPEN
WED09:00-23:59OPEN
THU09:00-23:59OPEN
FRI09:00-23:59OPEN
SAT09:00-23:59OPEN
SUN09:00-23:59OPEN
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
10IN THE AREA · 5 CLOSEST PINS
EAT NEARBY.
Govindam Indian Restaurant
YOU ARE HERE
Leng Kee Restaurant
0.03 KM · Thai-Chinese / Teochew
Palace Restaurant Pattaya
0.33 KM · Lebanese / Indian
Alibaba Tandoori & Curry Restaurant
0.34 KM · Indian / Mughlai
Goji Kitchen Grill & Bar (Pattaya Marriott)
0.42 KM · International
Wine Connection Tapas Bar & Bistro
0.44 KM · Mediterranean
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 94 648 8065
AreaCentral Pattaya
CuisineIndian Vegetarian
Price tier$$ · 200-450 THB
Today09:00-23:59
Coords12.9325°N · 100.8867°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Govindam Indian Restaurant?
Walk-ins are generally fine. For Friday or Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy. Call +66 94 648 8065.
What's the dress code at Govindam Indian Restaurant?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at Govindam Indian Restaurant?
Expect roughly 200-450 THB per person for a full meal ($$). Wine, pairings, or premium add-ons can add 50–100% on top of that. Service charge of 10% is typically added in fine-dining rooms; another 5–7% tip is appreciated for strong service.
What's the signature dish at Govindam Indian Restaurant?
Rajasthani thali. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Govindam Indian Restaurant open today?
Today (Tuesday): 09:00 to 23:59. Open every day.
Where is Govindam Indian Restaurant?
330/1 Central Pattaya Road, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian and vegan options at Govindam Indian Restaurant?
Yes — Govindam Indian Restaurant has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu, and the kitchen will prepare vegan plates on request. Flag at booking.
Is Govindam Indian Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 13 LISTS
ON 13 OTHER LISTS.
This restaurant has earned a spot on these editor-curated shortlists across the guide. Tap any to see who else is on it.
Halal Friendly#06Best Indian#03Best Top 10 Indian Restaurants In Pattaya#04Best Top 10 Vegan Vegetarian Restaurants In Pattaya#02Best Value#07Eat in Central Pattaya#17Near Floating Market#14Near Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya#11Near Pattaya Marriott Resort#13Near Restaurants Third Road Pattaya#02Near Soi Buakhao#12Near Terminal 21 Pattaya#12The Pattaya 50#41
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