★ 4.2
GOOGLE · /5
PREECHA SEAFOOD
"Na Jomtien's soi-side seafood institution — live tanks, weigh-at-the-counter pricing, and soft-shell crab in black pepper that Bangkok food bloggers still drive down for."
DIRECTORY · RESEARCHED· Sources verified · 2026-05-31· Phone · from public listings
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
Open-air pavilion with fans — classic Thai seafood-shack energy, not a hotel buffet.
SKIP IF
Thai Seafood is not the meal you're after tonight.
BEST FOR
seafood, value, locals
01THE LISTING · WHAT WE KNOW
PREECHA SEAFOOD.
Preecha is the Na Jomtien seafood room locals mean when they say 'down the soi near Ban Amphur.' Turn off Sukhumvit at Soi Na Jomtien 28 and you find an open pavilion with live tanks, printed menus, and staff who weigh your fish before it hits the wok. The house move is soft-shell crab in black pepper — eat the whole shell. Garlic fried prawns and tom yum with broken crab (โป๊ะแตก) round out the repeat orders. Less spectacle than Pupen on the sand, more repeat business from Jomtien residents. Editors have not visited; facts from Wongnai, Trip.com, and Wanderlog checked 2026-05-31.
ThaiSeafoodGrilled FishLocal
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Soft-shell crab stir-fried with black pepper (ปูนิ่มผัดพริกไทยดำ)
DID YOU KNOW
Menu board in Thai; staff will point if your phrasebook stops at 'grilled fish.'
02BY THE NUMBERS
8,789
GOOGLE REVIEWS
$$
350-700 THB
03RESEARCH SUMMARY · NOT A VISITED REVIEW
WHAT WE KNOW.
Editors have not visited this restaurant. This page summarizes publicly available information — Google ratings, address, hours, and phone — verified remotely on 2026-05-31. It is not an editorial score or ranking.
★ 4.2
GOOGLE · PUBLIC
8,789
GOOGLE REVIEWS
$$
350-700 THB THB
SOURCES CHECKED
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04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Open-air pavilion with fans — classic Thai seafood-shack energy, not a hotel buffet.
Mostly Thai families and Na Jomtien residents; parking out front fills on Sunday lunch.
Live tanks at the entrance — pick your fish, they weigh it, you approve the price.
Menu board in Thai; staff will point if your phrasebook stops at 'grilled fish.'
Quietest service at weekday lunch; arrive before 12:30 on weekends or expect a wait.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- From central Pattaya, head south on Sukhumvit and turn at Soi Na Jomtien 28 — the restaurant is ~300 m down on the right.
- Order soft-shell crab with black pepper and garlic fried prawns; budget 350–700 THB per person before beer.
- Call +66 87 484 6458 on Thai public holidays — hours are typically 10:00–21:00 but confirm before you drive.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
SeafoodValueLocalsGroups
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
~120 km·~2 hr by car·~1,800 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
~40 km·~50 min by car·~700 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
~140 km·~2.5 hr by car·bus 130 THB · van 200 THB
Within Pattaya
🚖
BOLT/GRAB
From Central Pattaya
~10–20 min · 80–150 THB
🚐
SONGTHAEW
Blue baht-bus
10–20 THB per ride · fixed routes
🏨
FROM HOTELS
Most central hotels
Bolt under 100 THB · 15 min
08HOURS · SUN · 10:00 – 21:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON10:00 – 21:00OPEN
TUE10:00 – 21:00OPEN
WED10:00 – 21:00OPEN
THU10:00 – 21:00OPEN
FRI10:00 – 21:00OPEN
SAT10:00 – 21:00OPEN
SUN10:00 – 21:00OPEN
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 87 484 6458
AreaNa Jomtien
CuisineThai Seafood
Price tier$$ · 350-700 THB
Today10:00 – 21:00
Coords12.8172°N · 100.9121°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Preecha Seafood?
Walk-ins are fine on weekday lunch but Preecha Seafood fills up on weekends and prime-time evenings — book by Thursday for Friday or Saturday. Call +66 87 484 6458.
What's the dress code at Preecha Seafood?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at Preecha Seafood?
Expect roughly 350-700 THB per person for a full meal ($$). 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 Preecha Seafood?
Soft-shell crab stir-fried with black pepper (ปูนิ่มผัดพริกไทยดำ). If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Preecha Seafood open today?
Today (Sunday): 10:00 – 21:00.
Where is Preecha Seafood?
200/9 Soi Na Jomtien 28, Na Jomtien, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at Preecha Seafood?
Yes — Preecha Seafood has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is Preecha Seafood kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
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