★ 4.6
GOOGLE · /5
INDIAN BY NATURE
"Pattaya's MICHELIN Guide-featured Indian fine-dining institution since 2004 - Executive Chef Av Khanijou, dishes served in pots over flame, 4.6/5 across 2,296 reviews"
Last visit · 8 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Oct 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
A Jomtien institution — open over a decade, still on the editors' shortlist.
SKIP IF
You want fast and casual — this is a tablecloth room with multi-course pacing.
BEST FOR
indian cuisine, anniversary, michelin experience
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
INDIAN BY NATURE.
Pattaya's MICHELIN Guide-featured Indian fine-dining institution since 2004 - Executive Chef Av Khanijou, dishes served in pots over flame, 4.6/5 across 2,296 reviews
IndianNorth IndianRegional IndianTandooriBiryaniFine dining
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Kashmiri Fish (Chef Av's monthly special when in season)
DID YOU KNOW
Pure-vegetarian kitchen — no meat or fish has ever passed the line. The clay tandoor runs at 480°C, the naan dough is rested 24 hours, and the spice blends are ground in-house weekly.
02BY THE NUMBERS
1,900
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$$
800-1500 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
9.0/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
8.7/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.0/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Tablecloth, sommelier, multi-course pacing.
A Pattaya institution. The list would be wrong without it.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
Six-plus tables are routine. Sharing menu on request.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Book ahead — the good tables go two to three weeks out, the weekend slots earlier.
- Order: Kashmiri Fish.
- Expect roughly 800-1500 THB per person for a full meal ($$$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
Indian CuisineAnniversaryMichelin ExperienceGroups · 6+Halal FriendlyVegetarian FriendlyLong Standing InstitutionFine dining
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
89 km·121 min by car·~1,802 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
28 km·75 min by car·~617 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
104 km·139 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🏨
HOTEL
Sheraton Pattaya
0.2 km · 3 min walk
🏖️
LANDMARK
Jomtien Beach
1.2 km · 14 min walk
⛴️
LANDMARK
Bali Hai Pier
1.3 km · 15 min walk
🛕
LANDMARK
Big Buddha Hill
1.6 km · 11 min car · tuk-tuk 80–150 THB
08HOURS · TUE · 11:00-23:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON11:00-23:00OPEN
TUE11:00-23:00OPEN
WED11:00-23:00OPEN
THU11:00-23:00OPEN
FRI11:00-23:00OPEN
SAT11:00-23:00OPEN
SUN11:00-23:00OPEN
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 38 251 234
AreaJomtien
CuisineIndian
Price tier$$$ · 800-1500 THB
Today11:00-23:00
Coords12.8989°N · 100.8762°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Indian by Nature?
Yes. Indian by Nature is a $$$ indian room — most weekend evening slots book two to three weeks out. Call +66 38 251 234 or use the contact link on this page.
What's the dress code at Indian by Nature?
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 Indian by Nature?
Expect roughly 800-1500 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 Indian by Nature?
Kashmiri Fish. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Indian by Nature open today?
Today (Tuesday): 11:00 to 23:00. Open every day.
Where is Indian by Nature?
Chateau Dale Complex, Thappraya Road, Jomtien, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Is Indian by Nature halal?
Yes. Indian by Nature is a halal-friendly kitchen — no pork is served, and the kitchen is set up for Muslim diners.
Is Indian by Nature kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 18 LISTS
ON 18 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.
Fine Dining#02Group Dining#02Halal Friendly#01Best Indian#01A Pattaya Institution#05Best Top 10 Indian Restaurants In Pattaya#01Best Top 10 Seafood Restaurants In Pattaya#03Best Top 10 Thai Restaurants In Pattaya#06Best Top 10 Vegan Vegetarian Restaurants In Pattaya#03Group of 8#02Eat in Jomtien#03Near Bali Hai Pier#08Near Big Buddha Hill#11Near Floating Market#03Near Jomtien Beach#03Near Royal Cliff Pattaya#13Near Sheraton Pattaya#03The Pattaya 50#09
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