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Pattaya has a strong British expat community, and the pub scene reflects it. The best places here pour proper ale on tap, do real Sunday roasts (booking required), serve fish and chips that aren't sad, and have the right vibe — wood-paneled, slightly worn, with regulars who actually know each other. This list is what's worth your evening if you want a pint and a plate that does it justice.
"Shenanigans has been Pattaya's go-to Irish pub for over two decades."
Located near Beach Road, it nails the formula: dark wood, live sports on every screen, full Sunday roast, fish and chips that compete with anywhere in town, and Guinness done correctly. Less of a tourist trap than competitors and more of a legitimate expat hangout. Pub quiz Tuesdays are an institution.
Order: Sunday roast, Fish and chips, Irish stew
For Sunday roast: book by Friday, especially in high season. Best roasts in Pattaya tend to sell out by 2pm. For everyday eating, look for places running quiz nights, live football, or steak nights — these are usually the venues where the kitchen actually cares.
By our scoring it's Shenanigans Irish Pub & Restaurant in Central Pattaya - though the right answer depends on what you want.
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For top entries on Friday/Saturday and during November-February high season, yes - 24 hours ahead is safer.
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