★ 4.3
GOOGLE · /5
PUPEN SEAFOOD
"Jomtien's giant blue-crab landmark — tank-to-table Thai seafood on the sand since 1986, built for busloads and birthdays."
DIRECTORY · RESEARCHED· Sources verified · 2026-05-27· Phone confirmed · 2026-05-27
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
Massive beachfront compound — indoor AC halls plus outdoor tables on the sand.
SKIP IF
Thai Seafood is not the meal you're after tonight.
BEST FOR
seafood, groups, families
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
PUPEN SEAFOOD.
Pupen is the seafood restaurant every Thai tour group knows — enormous dining halls spilling onto Jomtien sand, live tanks you pick from, and a blue crab statue out front that functions as a landmark. Not refined; absolutely functional. The move is whole crab, tom yum, and grilled prawns for a table that wants seafood without Naklua prices.
SeafoodThaiBeachfrontJomtien
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Steamed blue crab with Thai seafood sauce
DID YOU KNOW
Na Jomtien's thai seafood directory entry — researched and verified. Jomtien's giant blue-crab landmark — tank-to-table Thai seafood on the sand since 1986, built for busloads and birthdays.
02BY THE NUMBERS
17,039
GOOGLE REVIEWS
3.9
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$
400-800 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
8.0/ 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.
Massive beachfront compound — indoor AC halls plus outdoor tables on the sand.
Live tanks at the entrance; you choose, they weigh, they cook.
Tour groups, Thai families, and Jomtien hotel guests — loud and busy at lunch.
Big parking lot; the blue crab out front is the navigation landmark.
Food cooks to order — expect 20–30 minutes when the room is full.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Pick your seafood from the tanks first — crab, prawns, and fish are the headliners.
- Order tom yum and a whole steamed fish to anchor the table alongside the crab.
- Sit outside if you want the beach; inside if you want AC and faster service.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
SeafoodGroupsFamiliesBeachfront
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 · WED · 09:30-22:30
OPEN WHEN.
MON09:30-22:30OPEN
TUE09:30-22:30OPEN
WED09:30-22:30OPEN
THU09:30-22:30OPEN
FRI09:30-22:30OPEN
SAT09:30-22:30OPEN
SUN09:30-22:30OPEN
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 94 424 6966
AreaNa Jomtien
CuisineThai Seafood
Price tier$$ · 400-800 THB
Today09:30-22:30
Coords12.8562°N · 100.9084°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Pupen Seafood?
Walk-ins are fine on weekday lunch but Pupen Seafood fills up on weekends and prime-time evenings — book by Thursday for Friday or Saturday. Call +66 94 424 6966.
What's the dress code at Pupen Seafood?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at Pupen Seafood?
Expect roughly 400-800 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 Pupen Seafood?
Steamed blue crab with Thai seafood sauce. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Pupen Seafood open today?
Today (Wednesday): 09:30-22:30.
Where is Pupen Seafood?
62 Moo 1, Jomtien Beach Road, Na 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 Pupen Seafood?
Yes — Pupen Seafood has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is Pupen Seafood kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
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