★ 4.8
GOOGLE · /5
CAFE DES AMIS
"Pattaya's most consistently celebrated fine-dining French-European destination - tasting menu, premium ingredients, Wine Spectator-recognized cellar"
Last visit · 18 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Oct 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
A reference-quality french / european tasting menu, the room you book when the meal is the event.
SKIP IF
You're hoping for sub-2,000 THB per person — this is a destination spend.
BEST FOR
anniversary, celebration, tasting menu
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
CAFE DES AMIS.
Pattaya's most consistently celebrated fine-dining French-European destination - tasting menu, premium ingredients, Wine Spectator-recognized cellar
FrenchModern EuropeanFine diningTasting menuWine bar
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
5-course tasting menu with wine pairing
DID YOU KNOW
Holds a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence — the cellar runs 1,000+ labels, and the by-the-glass programme rewards a glass before the meal as much as it does the pairing.
02BY THE NUMBERS
1,100
GOOGLE REVIEWS
5.0
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$$$
3500-7000 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
9.3/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
7.1/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.5/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Prix-fixe is the move. Two to three hours, wine-paired option.
Tablecloth, sommelier, multi-course pacing.
A Pattaya institution. The list would be wrong without it.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
Tables of two, low lighting, the right pace for a long conversation.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Book ahead — the good tables go two to three weeks out, the weekend slots earlier.
- Order: 5-course tasting menu with wine pairing.
- Expect roughly 3500-7000 THB per person for a full meal ($$$$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
AnniversaryCelebrationTasting menuWine loversFine diningEuropean cuisineAnniversaryMilestone birthday
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
88 km·121 min by car·~1,792 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
29 km·76 min by car·~630 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
103 km·138 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🏨
HOTEL
Sheraton Pattaya
0.6 km · 7 min walk
⛴️
LANDMARK
Bali Hai Pier
0.7 km · 8 min walk
🛕
LANDMARK
Big Buddha Hill
1.1 km · 13 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Royal Cliff Pattaya
1.1 km · 14 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 18:00-22:30
OPEN WHEN.
MON18:00-22:30OPEN
TUE18:00-22:30OPEN
WED18:00-22:30OPEN
THU18:00-22:30OPEN
FRI18:00-22:30OPEN
SAT18:00-22:30OPEN
SUNClosedCLOSED
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 38 364 387
AreaPratumnak
CuisineFrench / European
Price tier$$$$ · 3500-7000 THB
Today18:00-22:30
Coords12.9036°N · 100.8736°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Cafe des Amis?
Yes. Cafe des Amis is a $$$$ french / european room — most weekend evening slots book two to three weeks out. Call +66 38 364 387 or use the contact link on this page.
What's the dress code at Cafe des Amis?
Smart casual. Long trousers, closed-toe shoes, collared shirt advisable. Jackets aren't required but most diners arrive dressed up. No beachwear.
How much does dinner cost at Cafe des Amis?
Expect roughly 3500-7000 THB per person for a full meal ($$$$). 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 Cafe des Amis?
5-course tasting menu with wine pairing. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Cafe des Amis open today?
Today (Tuesday): 18:00 to 22:30. Closed Sunday.
Where is Cafe des Amis?
Thappraya Road, Pratumnak, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at Cafe des Amis?
Yes — Cafe des Amis has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is Cafe des Amis suitable for kids?
It's an adult-leaning room — sit-down service, multi-course pacing. Older children are welcome; toddlers may struggle with the timing. No kids menu.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 23 LISTS
ON 23 OTHER LISTS.
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Best Margaritas#04Date Night#04Expat Favourites#08Fine Dining#01Best French Bakery#02Best French#01A Pattaya Institution#02Romantic#07Best Top 10 French Restaurants In Pattaya#01Best Top 10 German European Restaurants In Pattaya#04Best Top 10 Italian Restaurants In Pattaya#09Best Top 10 Wine Bars Pattaya#01Wine Lists#01Anniversary#01Eat in Pratumnak#01Near Bali Hai Pier#02Near Big Buddha Hill#03Near Floating Market#07Near Jomtien Beach#05Near Royal Cliff Pattaya#03Near Sheraton Pattaya#05Near Walking Street#06The Pattaya 50#01
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