Jaena Pad Thai — Restaurant in Pattaya City

This appears to be a family-run restaurant located in Jomtien. The clientele is a mix of local expats and Thai residents, which usually is a good sign. The menu focuses on classic Thai dishes.

I decided to try it, but I personally found the flavors to be not very authentic. While I'm not Thai myself, I feel the taste of the food seemed somewhat adapted to suit foreign preferences. The flavors were generally milder and less intense compared to traditional Thai cuisine, which is typically known for its bold, aromatic, and spicy profiles.

On the positive side, the prices are quite reasonable, offering good value for money. The restaurant itself is also comfortable and provides a pleasant, relaxed atmosphere for a meal.

Overall, A comfortable spot with fair prices, but go in knowing the flavors are toned down and might not deliver the authentic, powerful taste experience you'd expect from...

I was not expecting the food to be good. It was. I was impressed by the size of the shrimp. The soup had large shrimp. The food was made with care.

I fault the restaurant for not making the entrance handicapped accessible. There are no handrails, and for me, it would be difficult to go into the restaurant. I opted to eat outside for this...

Typical local Thai restaurant. Pad Thai is just average, a bit bland .. no “fire” / shrimp oil fragrance. Still have strong rice noodles taste.

The green curry was nice though, not too thick but still tasty enough to eat with rice.

Price is very reasonable, clean and...