★ 4.3
GOOGLE · /5
JE NONG SEAFOOD
"Naklua's Saphan Yao seafood canteen — pre-peeled blue crab, squid in its own ink, and a queue system that keeps turnover brutal on weekend lunch."
DIRECTORY · RESEARCHED· Sources verified · 2026-06-01· Phone · from public listings
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
Open-air Naklua seafood canteen at Saphan Yao — plastic chairs, Thai-only menu board energy, no pretence.
SKIP IF
Thai Seafood is not the meal you're after tonight.
BEST FOR
seafood, groups, families
01THE LISTING · WHAT WE KNOW
JE NONG SEAFOOD.
Je Nong Seafood (ร้านเจ๊น้องซีฟู้ด สะพานยาว) is the working-class Naklua seafood room locals mean when they say Saphan Yao — a casual waterfront-adjacent canteen where the kitchen moves fast and the prices stay street-level. The signature is pre-peeled steamed blue crab served chilled with spicy seafood sauce; squid cooked in its own ink, fried sea bass with fish sauce, and crayfish with garlic-chili follow on most tables. Weekend lunch runs a ticket queue — order while you wait, food lands quickly once seated. Parking is tight; Pantip regulars park on Naklua Soi 3 or circle Lanpho Market. Editors have not visited; address, hours, and phone from Ryoii; dishes and vibe from Buzzin Pattaya and Wongnai reviews checked 2026-06-01.
SeafoodThaiNakluaLocal Favorite
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Pre-peeled steamed blue crab (ปูม้านึ่งแกะ)
DID YOU KNOW
The roster URL slug predates research and reads je-nam — the verified venue name is Je Nong (เจ๊น้อง), not Je Nam.
02BY THE NUMBERS
2,348
GOOGLE REVIEWS
$$
200-400 THB
03RESEARCH SUMMARY · NOT A VISITED REVIEW
WHAT WE KNOW.
Editors have not visited this restaurant. This page summarizes publicly available information — Google ratings, address, hours, and phone — verified remotely on 2026-06-01. It is not an editorial score or ranking.
★ 4.3
GOOGLE · PUBLIC
2,348
GOOGLE REVIEWS
$$
200-400 THB THB
SOURCES CHECKED
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04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Open-air Naklua seafood canteen at Saphan Yao — plastic chairs, Thai-only menu board energy, no pretence.
Weekend lunch uses a numbered queue; order at the counter while you wait — food arrives fast once you sit.
Pre-peeled blue crab is the table order everyone photographs; squid in black ink runs a close second.
Parking is limited on-site — locals use Naklua Soi 3 or the Lanpho Market loop and walk over.
Cash and PromptPay culture; beer and soft drinks from a side fridge, not a cocktail list.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Arrive before 12:00 on Saturday–Sunday or take a queue ticket and order while you wait.
- Start with pre-peeled steamed blue crab and squid with black ink; budget 200–400 THB per person before beer.
- Call +66 87 781 2721 if you need directions or to check hours — listed 09:00–21:00 daily on Ryoii.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
SeafoodGroupsFamiliesValue
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
~120 km·~2 hr by car·~1,800 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
~40 km·~50 min by car·~700 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
~140 km·~2.5 hr by car·bus 130 THB · van 200 THB
Within Pattaya
🚖
BOLT/GRAB
From Central Pattaya
~10–20 min · 80–150 THB
🚐
SONGTHAEW
Blue baht-bus
10–20 THB per ride · fixed routes
🏨
FROM HOTELS
Most central hotels
Bolt under 100 THB · 15 min
08HOURS · SUN · 09:00 – 21:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON09:00 – 21:00OPEN
TUE09:00 – 21:00OPEN
WED09:00 – 21:00OPEN
THU09:00 – 21:00OPEN
FRI09:00 – 21:00OPEN
SAT09:00 – 21:00OPEN
SUN09:00 – 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 87 781 2721
AreaNaklua
CuisineThai Seafood
Price tier$$ · 200-400 THB
Today09:00 – 21:00
Coords12.9760°N · 100.9092°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Je Nong Seafood?
Walk-ins are fine on weekday lunch but Je Nong Seafood fills up on weekends and prime-time evenings — book by Thursday for Friday or Saturday. Call +66 87 781 2721.
What's the dress code at Je Nong Seafood?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at Je Nong Seafood?
Expect roughly 200-400 THB per person for a full meal ($$). 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 Je Nong Seafood?
Pre-peeled steamed blue crab (ปูม้านึ่งแกะ). If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Je Nong Seafood open today?
Today (Sunday): 09:00 – 21:00.
Where is Je Nong Seafood?
33/4 Moo 3, Saphan Yao, Naklua, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at Je Nong Seafood?
Limited. Je Nong Seafood is built around its meat or seafood programme; vegetarians can usually get sides assembled into a meal but it's not the room's strength.
Is Je Nong Seafood kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
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