Thanks to the country’s extensive 2,815-kilometer coastline, Thai seafood is incredibly delicious. The seafood is fresher and more diverse as you head south from the capital. While the best seafood in Thailand isn’t commonly found in the northern regions, Chiang Mai and other landlocked areas still offer excellent river fish dishes. The amazing seafood is one of the best things about island hopping in Thailand. If you know your kung from your kang you can eat like an island king without breaking your budget. Thailand is renowned for its abundant seafood, thanks to its natural resources. In Bangkok, the hub of this industry, you’ll discover a diverse range of seafood restaurants. Some notable options include Jay Fai’s street food spot, famous for its crab omelet featured on the Street Food: Asia series, and Nusara, a Michelin-starred restaurant offering exquisite king prawns. Whether you’re a street food enthusiast or prefer fine dining, there’s something for everyone. Explore more best seafood restaurants in Thailand with our Thailand tour packages from Dubai. Call +971-4256-2434 and book your trip now.

We have you covered with this comprehensive list of the best Thai seafood dishes and, more importantly, where to eat them.

1 Hoi Thod - Crispy Oyster Omelettes

If you want to try one Thai seafood dish, consider hoi thod. It’s a Bangkok favorite that falls somewhere between a pancake and an omelet. To make it, a flour and egg batter is fried in a generous amount of bubbling oil until it becomes greasy, crispy, and sticky. The dish is then topped with lightly poached oysters. Hoi thod has transformed this prized ocean delicacy into popular street food, and it’s truly excellent. Where else can you find plump, fresh oysters for just a couple of bucks? Don’t forget to pair it with the slightly sweet chili table sauce.

Where you can find: Try this Thai seafood at Nai Mong Hoi Thod, 539 Phlap Phla Chai Road, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100

2 Pu Ob Woonsen - Baked Crab and Glass Noodles

Although not widely known among foreigners, pu ob woonsen is a beloved Thai seafood dish. Its origins lie in Chinese cuisine. The preparation is deceptively simple: thin slices of pork belly are arranged in a metal pan, topped with glass noodles, soy sauce, white pepper, and coriander root, along with meaty crab claws. The dish is then baked with a lid over a hot grill. To enjoy, pair it with a zesty Thai seafood sauce made from garlic, chilies, and lime juice. Alternatively, you can try goong ob woonsen, a similar dish that substitutes crab with river prawns.

Where you can find: Try this Thai seafood at Somsak Pu Ob, 2 Charoen Rat Road, Khlong Ton Sai, Khlong San, Bangkok 10600

3 Tom Yum Goong - Thai Seafood Prawn Soup

Tom yum goong, one of the most iconic Thai seafood dishes, is often disappointing. However, if you know where to look, you can find excellent versions of this spicy prawn soup, like the one served at Tom Yum Goong Banglamphu. The soup features three key ingredients: kaffir lime leaves, lemongrass, and galangal ginger, used generously. It has just the right amount of chili for heat without overwhelming the palate, and coconut shoots add a delightful crunch. The standout feature, though, is the large river prawns whose head fat melts to create a creamy broth.

Where you can find: Tom Yum Goong Banglamphu, Soi Kraisi, Talat Yot, Phra Nakhon, Bangkok 10200

4 Hor Mok Pla - Steamed Fish Curry

While Thai curries are well-known, their lesser-known cousin, hor mok, deserves attention. Hor mok combines red curry paste (made from ingredients like kaffir lime leaves, galangal ginger, coriander root, and chilies) with Thai seafood or river fish (such as Mekong catfish), mild coconut milk, and fragrant basil. The mixture is poured into traditional banana leaf ramekins, topped with a dash of coconut cream, and steamed to create a custard-like curry. These hor mok street stalls sell out quickly, as they steam fresh batches all day.

Where you can find: Hor Mok Mae Boonma, 802/3 Thanon Nakhon Chaisi Road, Thanon Nakhon Chai Si, Dusit, Bangkok 10300

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