★ 4.5
GOOGLE · /5
FIVE STAR J VEGAN & VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT
"Pattaya's longest-running pure vegan restaurant - Asian dishes, soy-protein meat substitutes, no MSG, no artificial colors"
Last visit · 14 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 4 in the last 12 months· Next review · Oct 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
vegan, vegetarian, msg free
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
FIVE STAR J VEGAN & VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT.
Pattaya's longest-running pure vegan restaurant - Asian dishes, soy-protein meat substitutes, no MSG, no artificial colors
VeganVegetarianThaiChineseAsian FusionHealthy
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Vegan tom yum (soy 'shrimp' or all-vegetable)
DID YOU KNOW
Pattaya's longest-running pure vegan restaurant - Asian dishes, soy-protein meat substitutes, no MSG, no artificial colors
02BY THE NUMBERS
380
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$
200-350 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
7.2/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
10.0/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
9.5/ 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.
The long-term residents' table — not just the tourist crowd.
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: Vegan tom yum.
- Expect roughly 200-350 THB per person for a full meal ($). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
VeganVegetarianMsg FreeValueCasual LunchCasual DinnerExpat regularsHealthy
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
86 km·118 min by car·~1,751 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
30 km·51 min by car·~668 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
101 km·136 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🛍️
MALL
Central Festival Pattaya
0.3 km · 3 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Holiday Inn Pattaya
0.4 km · 4 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Hilton Pattaya
0.5 km · 6 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Mytt Beach Hotel
0.9 km · 11 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 10:00-21:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON10:00-21:00OPEN
TUE10:00-21:00OPEN
WED10:00-21:00OPEN
THU10:00-21:00OPEN
FRI10:00-21:00OPEN
SAT10:00-21:00OPEN
SUN10:00-21:00OPEN
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 86 333 9999
AreaCentral Pattaya
CuisineVegan / Vegetarian
Price tier$ · 200-350 THB
Today10:00-21:00
Coords12.9258°N · 100.8821°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Walk-ins are generally fine. For Friday or Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy. Call +66 86 333 9999.
What's the dress code at Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Completely casual. Shorts, sandals, beachwear all welcome.
How much does dinner cost at Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Expect roughly 200-350 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 Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Vegan tom yum. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant open today?
Today (Tuesday): 10:00 to 21:00. Open every day.
Where is Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Pattaya 3rd 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 Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant?
Yes — Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu, and the kitchen will prepare vegan plates on request. Flag at booking.
Is Five Star J Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurant kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 24 LISTS
ON 24 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 Dim Sum#07Best Fried Chicken#09Best Pad Thai#09Expat Favourites#04Best Top 10 Indian Restaurants In Pattaya#09Best Top 10 Thai Restaurants In Pattaya#10Best Top 10 Vegan Vegetarian Restaurants In Pattaya#01Best Value#03Best Vegan#01Hangover Lunch#10Just Landed#04Family#10Eat in Central Pattaya#11Near Avani Pattaya#09Near Central Festival Pattaya#09Near Floating Market#10Near Hilton Pattaya#11Near Holiday Inn Pattaya#11Near Jomtien Beach#11Near Mytt Beach Hotel#09Near Pattaya Beach#13Near Restaurants On Beach Road Pattaya#13Near Walking Street#09The Pattaya 50#29
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