★ 4.7
GOOGLE · /5
LA PROVENCE
"Quiet French bistro on Thappraya Road - bouillabaisse, duck confit, and a serious wine cellar"
Last visit · 1 Apr 2026· Editor visits · 2 in the last 12 months· Next review · Sep 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
french cuisine, anniversary, wine lovers
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
LA PROVENCE.
Quiet French bistro on Thappraya Road - bouillabaisse, duck confit, and a serious wine cellar
FrenchProvencalBistroEuropean
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Bouillabaisse marseillaise
DID YOU KNOW
Quiet French bistro on Thappraya Road - bouillabaisse, duck confit, and a serious wine cellar
02BY THE NUMBERS
380
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$$
1500-2800 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
8.0/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
8.9/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.0/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Tablecloth, sommelier, multi-course pacing.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
The wine programme rewards a glass at the bar before the meal.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Book ahead — the good tables go two to three weeks out, the weekend slots earlier.
- Order: Bouillabaisse marseillaise.
- Expect roughly 1500-2800 THB per person for a full meal ($$$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
French CuisineAnniversaryWine loversIntimate DinnerEuropean Expats
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
89 km·121 min by car·~1,798 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
28 km·75 min by car·~623 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
103 km·138 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🏨
HOTEL
Sheraton Pattaya
0.3 km · 3 min walk
⛴️
LANDMARK
Bali Hai Pier
1.0 km · 12 min walk
🏖️
LANDMARK
Jomtien Beach
1.4 km · 16 min walk
🛕
LANDMARK
Big Buddha Hill
1.4 km · 16 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 18:00-22:30
OPEN WHEN.
MONClosedCLOSED
TUE18:00-22:30OPEN
WED18:00-22:30OPEN
THU18:00-22:30OPEN
FRI18:00-23:00OPEN
SAT18:00-23:00OPEN
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 38 251 222
AreaJomtien
CuisineFrench
Price tier$$$ · 1500-2800 THB
Today18:00-22:30
Coords12.9008°N · 100.8745°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at La Provence?
Yes. La Provence is a $$$ french room — most weekend evening slots book two to three weeks out. Call +66 38 251 222 or use the contact link on this page.
What's the dress code at La Provence?
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 La Provence?
Expect roughly 1500-2800 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 La Provence?
Bouillabaisse marseillaise. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does La Provence open today?
Today (Tuesday): 18:00 to 22:30. Closed Monday, Sunday.
Where is La Provence?
Thappraya Road, Jomtien, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at La Provence?
Yes — La Provence has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is La Provence 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 · 16 LISTS
ON 16 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.
Date Night#07Fine Dining#07Best French Bakery#05Best French#02Best Top 10 French Restaurants In Pattaya#02Best Top 10 German European Restaurants In Pattaya#06Best Top 10 Wine Bars Pattaya#07Wine Lists#05Eat in Jomtien#02Near Bali Hai Pier#03Near Big Buddha Hill#07Near Floating Market#04Near Jomtien Beach#04Near Royal Cliff Pattaya#07Near Sheraton Pattaya#04The Pattaya 50#07
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