Forget tourist trap seafood on Beach Road. Lung Sawai near Wat Phra Yai gets whole fish delivered twice daily from fishing boats. This is where Pattaya locals take families.

Grilled prawns 300 thb per kilo - massive ones that easily feed 2-3 people. Tom yum kung has actual depth instead of sugary tourist version. Fish priced by weight, they show you exactly what you're getting.

Take regular songthaew from Pattaya for standard local fare, about 15 minutes. Open 11am-10pm daily. No English menu but point at display case - you can't go wrong. Real kitchen skills here.