★ 4.4
GOOGLE · /5
IZAKAYA BAKU
"Pattaya's most authentic Japanese izakaya - tabletop charcoal yakiniku, premium Korat beef, open until 2 AM"
Last visit · 8 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Sep 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
A consistent, well-rated japanese room in Central Pattaya — earned its slot on the guide.
SKIP IF
You're not eating after 22:00 — kitchens like this earn their slot late.
BEST FOR
japanese cuisine, yakiniku, groups · 6+
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
IZAKAYA BAKU.
Pattaya's most authentic Japanese izakaya - tabletop charcoal yakiniku, premium Korat beef, open until 2 AM
JapaneseIzakayaYakinikuSushiSashimiUdon
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Korat beef yakiniku tabletop grill
DID YOU KNOW
Pattaya's most authentic Japanese izakaya - tabletop charcoal yakiniku, premium Korat beef, open until 2 AM
02BY THE NUMBERS
580
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$$
750-2500 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
7.1/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
8.3/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
7.5/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
The long-term residents' table — not just the tourist crowd.
Kitchen runs past 23:00. The bar runs later.
Six-plus tables are routine. Sharing menu on request.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Walk-ins generally fine. Friday and Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy.
- Order: Korat beef yakiniku tabletop grill.
- Expect roughly 750-2500 THB per person for a full meal ($$$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
Japanese CuisineYakinikuGroups · 6+Late nightExpat regularsSake LoversAuthentic Japanese
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
87 km·118 min by car·~1,759 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
30 km·79 min by car·~659 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
102 km·136 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🛍️
MALL
Central Festival Pattaya
0.7 km · 9 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Holiday Inn Pattaya
0.8 km · 10 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Hilton Pattaya
0.9 km · 11 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Mytt Beach Hotel
1.2 km · 14 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 17:00-02:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON17:00-02:00OPEN
TUE17:00-02:00OPEN
WED17:00-02:00OPEN
THU17:00-02:00OPEN
FRI17:00-02:00OPEN
SAT17:00-02:00OPEN
SUN17:00-02:00OPEN
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
10IN THE AREA · 5 CLOSEST PINS
EAT NEARBY.
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 38 429 610
AreaCentral Pattaya
CuisineJapanese
Price tier$$$ · 750-2500 THB
Today17:00-02:00
Coords12.9215°N · 100.8821°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Izakaya Baku?
Walk-ins are generally fine. For Friday or Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy. Call +66 38 429 610.
What's the dress code at Izakaya Baku?
Smart casual — a dressier shirt and clean shoes is the safe call. Resort-casual works for daytime; evening leans dressier.
How much does dinner cost at Izakaya Baku?
Expect roughly 750-2500 THB per person for a full meal ($$$). 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 Izakaya Baku?
Korat beef yakiniku tabletop grill. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Izakaya Baku open today?
Today (Tuesday): 17:00 to 02:00. Open every day.
Where is Izakaya Baku?
Moo 10, Nong Prue, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 22 LISTS
ON 22 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 Burgers#05Best Margaritas#10Best Ramen#08Best Sushi#02Best Japanese#03Late Night#02Best Top 10 Japanese Restaurants In Pattaya#01Best Top 10 Late Night Restaurants Pattaya#02Best Top 10 Steakhouses In Pattaya#02Just Landed#08Eat in Central Pattaya#16Near Avani Pattaya#13Near Bali Hai Pier#12Near Central Festival Pattaya#13Near Floating Market#06Near Hilton Pattaya#15Near Holiday Inn Pattaya#15Near Jomtien Beach#09Near Mytt Beach Hotel#12Near Sheraton Pattaya#13Near Walking Street#04The Pattaya 50#40
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