In connection to the large fishing pier in the city centre, and at Khao Takiab a bit south of the city, you will find the vast majority of seafood restaurants in the area. At these restaurants it is normally possible to order some European dishes too, but most of the food in the menus is seafood, prepared in traditional Thai style. Trying one of these restaurants is a must for one who visits Hua Hin. Some good advice to bear in mind is that “spicy” is normally much spicier than foreigners are used to (especially red chilli is used frequently). Therefore, one who likes spicy food would perhaps be satisfied even if choosing “not spicy”. Some popular Thai specialties are Fried Sea Bass, Tom Yam Talay, Tom Yam Kung, Tom Kha Gaj and Chicken with Cashew nuts. Grilled Seafood Platter — a generously filled wooden plate with fresh delicacies from the waters around Hua Hin — deserves a special recommendation.

iHuaHin.com recommends:

• Chaolay — the only two-story restaurant at the fishing pier. Chaolay is a favourite dining place among locals with greater means and Bangkok people. The prices are indeed somewhat high relative to other restaurants, but in exchange the quality of the food is high as well.
  
  
• La Mer — located at the top of Khao Takiab. From this restaurant you have a stunning view over the city and the beach — all the way to Cha-Am. Here you digest your food can have your dinner to the sounds of live music. The prices are a somewhat on the high side, though.
  
  
• Coco 51 — as the name indicates, this restaurant is located on Soi 51 at the beach. The food is prepared with excellence. On the menu you will, in addition to Thai food, also find some selected European dishes. The prices are neither low nor high.