★ 4.4
GOOGLE · /5
MAE PONG SRI
"MICHELIN GUIDE-recognized Pattaya street-food institution - the go-to spot for pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush, plus quick Thai street food dishes nationwide"
Last visit · 12 Mar 2026· Editor visits · 2 in the last 12 months· Next review · Nov 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
A Naklua 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
thai food lovers, michelin experience, hidden gem
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
MAE PONG SRI.
MICHELIN GUIDE-recognized Pattaya street-food institution - the go-to spot for pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush, plus quick Thai street food dishes nationwide
ThaiIsanNorthern ThaiNoodlesStreet foodRegional Thai
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush (signature - Michelin-recognized)
DID YOU KNOW
MICHELIN GUIDE-recognized Pattaya street-food institution - the go-to spot for pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush, plus quick Thai street food dishes nationwide
02BY THE NUMBERS
850
GOOGLE REVIEWS
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TRIPADVISOR · /5
$
150-300 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
7.5/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
10.0/ 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.
Open over a decade. The fixtures are part of the menu.
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: Pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush.
- Expect roughly 150-300 THB per person for a full meal ($). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
Thai Food LoversMichelin ExperienceHidden GemBudgetBreakfastRegional ThaiLocal Validation
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
81 km·112 min by car·~1,665 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
35 km·56 min by car·~763 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
97 km·131 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🛕
LANDMARK
Sanctuary of Truth
0.4 km · 5 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Cape Dara Resort
0.5 km · 5 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Pullman Pattaya G
0.6 km · 7 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Centara Grand Mirage
0.6 km · 8 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 07:00-19:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON07:00-19:00OPEN
TUE07:00-19:00OPEN
WED07:00-19:00OPEN
THU07:00-19:00OPEN
FRI07:00-19:00OPEN
SAT07:00-19:00OPEN
SUN07:00-19:00OPEN
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone—
AreaNaklua
CuisineThai
Price tier$ · 150-300 THB
Today07:00-19:00
Coords12.9698°N · 100.8861°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Mae Pong Sri?
Walk-ins are generally fine. For Friday or Saturday after 19:00, a reservation is courtesy. Call .
What's the dress code at Mae Pong Sri?
Completely casual. Shorts, sandals, beachwear all welcome.
How much does dinner cost at Mae Pong Sri?
Expect roughly 150-300 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 Mae Pong Sri?
Pork offal soup with boiled sweet leaf bush. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Mae Pong Sri open today?
Today (Tuesday): 07:00 to 19:00. Open every day.
Where is Mae Pong Sri?
Naklua Road, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Is Mae Pong Sri kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 17 LISTS
ON 17 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 Pad Thai#01Best Ramen#07Brunch#09Editors' Picks 2026#03Hidden Gems#01Best Thai#07Best Top 10 Brunch Cafes In Pattaya#09Best Top 10 Thai Restaurants In Pattaya#04Best Value#01Eat in Naklua#05Near Amari Pattaya#15Near Cape Dara Pattaya#01Near Centara Grand Mirage#01Near Pullman Pattaya G#01Near Sanctuary Of Truth#04Near Wongamat Beach#01The Pattaya 50#39
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