★ 4.4
GOOGLE · /5
LA HACIENDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
"Pattaya's longest-running Mexican restaurant - margaritas, fajitas, and guacamole made tableside"
Last visit · 27 Feb 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
mexican cuisine, groups · 6+, margaritas
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
LA HACIENDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT.
Pattaya's longest-running Mexican restaurant - margaritas, fajitas, and guacamole made tableside
MexicanTex MexCal MexTacosMargaritas
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Tableside guacamole
DID YOU KNOW
Pattaya's longest-running Mexican restaurant - margaritas, fajitas, and guacamole made tableside
02BY THE NUMBERS
1,300
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.0
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$
600-1200 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
7.8/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
9.8/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.5/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
Six-plus tables are routine. Sharing menu on request.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Walk-ins generally fine. Friday and Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy.
- Order: Tableside guacamole.
- Expect roughly 600-1200 THB per person for a full meal ($$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
Mexican CuisineGroups · 6+MargaritasTex MexCasual Fun Dinner
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
85 km·116 min by car·~1,722 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
32 km·53 min by car·~700 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
100 km·134 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🎸
HOTEL
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
0.3 km · 3 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Pattaya Marriott Resort
0.7 km · 8 min walk
🛍️
MALL
Terminal 21 Pattaya
0.8 km · 9 min walk
🏖️
LANDMARK
Pattaya Beach
1.2 km · 15 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 16:00-23:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON16:00-23:00OPEN
TUE16:00-23:00OPEN
WED16:00-23:00OPEN
THU16:00-23:00OPEN
FRI16:00-00:00OPEN
SAT12:00-00:00OPEN
SUN12:00-23:00OPEN
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 38 414 988
AreaCentral Pattaya
CuisineMexican
Price tier$$ · 600-1200 THB
Today16:00-23:00
Coords12.9405°N · 100.8829°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Walk-ins are generally fine. For Friday or Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy. Call +66 38 414 988.
What's the dress code at La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Expect roughly 600-1200 THB per person for a full meal ($$). 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 La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Tableside guacamole. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant open today?
Today (Tuesday): 16:00 to 23:00. Open every day.
Where is La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Pattaya Second 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 La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant?
Yes — La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu, and the kitchen will prepare vegan plates on request. Flag at booking.
Is La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 15 LISTS
ON 15 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.
Best Margaritas#01Best Mexican#01Best Top 10 Mexican Restaurants In Pattaya#01Eat in Central Pattaya#14Near Amari Pattaya#06Near Cape Dara Pattaya#15Near Centara Grand Mirage#15Near Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya#02Near Pattaya Marriott Resort#04Near Pullman Pattaya G#15Near Sanctuary Of Truth#14Near Soi Buakhao#05Near Terminal 21 Pattaya#07Near Wongamat Beach#15The Pattaya 50#36
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