Rayong is a coastal fruit province on the Eastern Seaboard. Its kitchens are full of fresh seafood, and the province is known for fish sauce, shrimp paste and orchards of durian, mangosteen and rambutan.
What to eat in Rayong
Seafood at Ban Phe
Grilled fish, crabs and squid at the pier town where boats leave for Ko Samet. Map
Fish sauce and shrimp paste
Rayong has a long tradition of making nam pla and kapi; buy bottles at local shops.
Durian, mangosteen and rambutan
Fruit season peaks around May–June, when orchards and roadside stalls fill up.
Dried seafood
Dried squid and fish sold at Ban Phe market.
Ko Samet beach dinners
Seafood barbecues on the beach in the evening.
Markets and where to eat
- Ban Phe market – seafood and dried goods by the pier.
- Rayong town markets – local dishes and fruit.
- Fruit orchards – some open for visitors in season. Map
Rayong has no MICHELIN-listed restaurants. Opening times change often, so check before you go.
On King Taksin’s trail
King Taksin’s campaigns passed through this province: the breakout march · the Chanthaburi campaign. The full story with maps is on our King Taksin trail site (in Thai).
Food at festivals
Rayong’s fruit festival, usually around May, celebrates the harvest with fruit stalls; dates vary. See our Rayong travel guide.
FAQ
What is Rayong known for eating?
Seafood, fish sauce and tropical fruit.
When is fruit season?
Around May–June; check locally.
What can I bring home?
Fish sauce, shrimp paste, dried squid and seasonal fruit.
Where should I eat seafood?
At Ban Phe or on Ko Samet.
More to read
Cover photo: Thaifishsauce0609.jpg · Heinrich Damm (User:Hdamm, Hdamm at German Wikipedia) · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
