★ 4.7
GOOGLE · /5
RONIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT
"Naklua's contemporary Japanese fine-dining destination - sushi, sashimi, tempura, teppanyaki, robatayaki - minimalist Japanese-design interior, often booked out via reservation"
Last visit · 7 Apr 2026· Editor visits · 3 in the last 12 months· Next review · Aug 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're hoping for sub-2,000 THB per person — this is a destination spend.
BEST FOR
japanese cuisine, anniversary, sushi omakase
01THE VERDICT · WHY IT'S ON THE LIST
RONIN JAPANESE RESTAURANT.
Naklua's contemporary Japanese fine-dining destination - sushi, sashimi, tempura, teppanyaki, robatayaki - minimalist Japanese-design interior, often booked out via reservation
JapaneseSushiSashimiTempuraTeppanyakiRobatayaki
WHAT TO ORDER · SIGNATURE
Multi-format Japanese tasting (sushi + tempura + teppanyaki + robatayaki)
DID YOU KNOW
Naklua's contemporary Japanese fine-dining destination - sushi, sashimi, tempura, teppanyaki, robatayaki - minimalist Japanese-design interior, often booked out via reservation
02BY THE NUMBERS
480
GOOGLE REVIEWS
4.5
TRIPADVISOR · /5
$$$$
3500-7000 THB
03EDITORS' SCORE · 4 DIMENSIONS
THE SCORECARD.
Editorial score across our four ranking dimensions. Each is computed at the latest visit and reviewed at the next.
CONSISTENCY
8.2/ 10
Across visits, day to day
VALUE
7.4/ 10
Price-to-experience ratio
RETURN
8.0/ 10
How often we'd come back
How we score · Read the editorial standards
04THE ROOM · WHAT TO EXPECT
THE VIBE.
Tablecloth, sommelier, multi-course pacing.
A Pattaya institution. The list would be wrong without it.
05EDITOR'S NOTE · HOW TO EAT HERE
THE PLAY.
3 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- Book ahead — the good tables go two to three weeks out, the weekend slots earlier.
- Order: Multi-format Japanese tasting.
- Expect roughly 3500-7000 THB per person for a full meal ($$$$). Wine and pairings can add 50–100% on top.
06BEST FOR · WHEN TO PICK THIS ONE
WHEN TO COME.
Japanese CuisineAnniversarySushi OmakaseTeppanyakiRobatayakiIntimate Fine DiningCelebrationJapanese Expats
07GETTING THERE · TRANSIT & DISTANCES
HOW TO GET HERE.
From the airport
✈️
AIRPORT
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
81 km·112 min by car·~1,662 THB taxi
✈️
AIRPORT
U-Tapao Airport (UTP)
35 km·56 min by car·~767 THB taxi
🏙️
CITY
Bangkok City Center
97 km·130 min by car·bus 117 THB · van 200 THB
Closest hotels & landmarks
🛕
LANDMARK
Sanctuary of Truth
0.2 km · 3 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Cape Dara Resort
0.6 km · 7 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Centara Grand Mirage
0.7 km · 9 min walk
🏨
HOTEL
Pullman Pattaya G
0.8 km · 9 min walk
08HOURS · TUE · 18:00-23:00
OPEN WHEN.
MON18:00-23:00OPEN
TUE18:00-23:00OPEN
WED18:00-23:00OPEN
THU18:00-23:00OPEN
FRI18:00-23:00OPEN
SAT18:00-23:00OPEN
SUNOften closed - confirm via phoneCLOSED
09AMENITIES · WHAT'S IN THE ROOM
WHAT'S IN THE ROOM.
🌙 Halal🥗 Vegetarian🌱 Vegan🍷 Alcohol served📅 Reservations required👶 Kid-friendly🐶 Pet-friendly
11FIND IT · HOW TO GET THERE
HOW TO FIND IT.
Contact · Coordinates · Price
Phone+66 99 338 8777
AreaNaklua
CuisineJapanese
Price tier$$$$ · 3500-7000 THB
Today18:00-23:00
Coords12.9712°N · 100.8853°E
12FAQ · WHAT READERS ASK
QUICK ANSWERS.
Do I need a reservation at Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Yes. Ronin Japanese Restaurant is a $$$$ japanese room — most weekend evening slots book two to three weeks out. Call +66 99 338 8777 or use the contact link on this page.
What's the dress code at Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Smart casual. Long trousers, closed-toe shoes, collared shirt advisable. Jackets aren't required but most diners arrive dressed up. No beachwear.
How much does dinner cost at Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Expect roughly 3500-7000 THB per person for a full meal ($$$$). 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 Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Multi-format Japanese tasting. If it's your first visit, that's the order.
What time does Ronin Japanese Restaurant open today?
Today (Tuesday): 18:00 to 23:00. Closed Sunday.
Where is Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Soi Naklua 16/2, Pattaya, Chonburi, Thailand. The full address and a one-tap Maps link are in the Find It block above.
Are there vegetarian options at Ronin Japanese Restaurant?
Yes — Ronin Japanese Restaurant has dedicated vegetarian dishes on the menu. Vegan options on request — flag at booking.
Is Ronin Japanese Restaurant 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.
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