★ 4.4
GOOGLE · /5
RIMPA LAPIN
"Cliffside Thai institution on Pratumnak with arguably the best sea view in Pattaya"
Last visit · 23 Feb 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Sep 2026
00AT A GLANCE · 10-SECOND READ
THE CASE FOR
Arguably the best view-with-dinner in Pratumnak — sunset is the move, the food earns the seat.
SKIP IF
You're a group of six — the room is built for couples.
BEST FOR
sunset, date night, first-time visit
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
RIMPA LAPIN.
Cliffside Thai institution on Pratumnak with arguably the best sea view in Pattaya
ThaiSeafoodCentral Thai
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Deep-fried sea bass with three-flavor sauce
DID YOU KNOW
Family-run since 1989 by the Saraphi family — the original cliffside rim tables were carved into the rock by hand, and the menu has barely changed in 35 years.
02BY THE NUMBERS
6,800
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.0
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$
500-1200 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
9.3/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
9.8/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.0/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Open-air seating on a literal cliff edge — book a rim table.
The view is the room. The food is engineered around it.
Time the booking for 17:30 — the light pays half the bill.
A Pattaya institution. The list would be wrong without it.
Yes it's on every list. Yes it lives up.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
4 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Walk-ins work weekday lunch. Weekends and prime-time evenings book by Thursday.
- Order: Deep-fried sea bass with three-flavor sauce.
- Expect roughly 500-1200 THB per person for a full meal ($$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
- Pay attention to your reservation timing — sunset and rim tables are the difference between a meal and a memory.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
SunsetDate nightFirst-time visitGroups · 6+Scenic view
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
86 km·118 min by car·~1,752 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
31 km·52 min by car·~688 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
100 km·135 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🏨
HOTEL
Royal Cliff Pattaya
1.6 km · 11 min car · tuk-tuk 80–150 THB
🛕
LANDMARK
Big Buddha Hill
1.6 km · 11 min car · tuk-tuk 80–150 THB
🏨
HOTEL
Avani Pattaya
1.8 km · 12 min car · tuk-tuk 80–150 THB
🌃
LANDMARK
Walking Street
1.8 km · 12 min car · tuk-tuk 80–150 THB
08HOURS · TUE · 11:00-22:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON11:00-22:00OPEN
TUE11:00-22:00OPEN
WED11:00-22:00OPEN
THU11:00-22:00OPEN
FRI11:00-22:00OPEN
SAT11:00-22:00OPEN
SUN11:00-22:00OPEN
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 38 235 515
AreaPratumnak
CuisineThai
Price tier$$ · 500-1200 THB
Today11:00-22:00
Coords12.9214°N · 100.8569°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Rimpa Lapin?
Walk-ins are fine on weekday lunch but Rimpa Lapin fills up on weekends and prime-time evenings — book by Thursday for Friday or Saturday. Call +66 38 235 515.
What's the dress code at Rimpa Lapin?
Casual. Shorts and sandals are fine; you can dress up if you want, no one will mind.
How much does dinner cost at Rimpa Lapin?
Expect roughly 500-1200 THB per person for a full meal ($$). 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 Rimpa Lapin?
Deep-fried sea bass with three-flavor sauce. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Rimpa Lapin open today?
Today (Tuesday): 11:00 to 22:00. Open every day.
Where is Rimpa Lapin?
Pratumnak Soi 4, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at Rimpa Lapin?
Yes — Rimpa Lapin has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is Rimpa Lapin kid-friendly?
Yes. Highchairs, a kids menu, and staff who welcome the noise. Best at lunch and early evening.
13ALSO APPEARS ON · 12 LISTS
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