Food & Dining in Hat Yai
Best restaurants and street food in Hat Yai
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Popular Thai Dishes

Pad Krapow
ผัดกะเพรา

Tom Yum Goong
ต้มยำกุ้ง

Pad Thai
ผัดไทย

Green Curry
แกงเขียวหวาน

Massaman Curry
แกงมัสมั่น

Pad See Ew
ผัดซีอิ๊ว

Thai Fried Rice
ข้าวผัด

Khao Man Gai
ข้าวมันไก่
Local Specialties
Discover unique dishes and flavors specific to Hat Yai. From street food favorites to traditional recipes passed down through generations.
Best Restaurants in Hat Yai
Jae Lek
$$Award-winning Southern Thai cuisine recipient of Thai Government's Thai Select Award. Famous for aromatic Green Curry Pork, crispy Deep Fried Pork Leg with tender meat, and authentic Southern flavors in a humble local setting.
Decha Fried Chicken
$$Legendary Hat Yai gem with crispy-outside, tender-inside fried chicken and signature fried shallots that pair perfectly with fragrant biryani rice. Must-try items include Beef Soup and Teh Tarik, offering exceptional value and authentic Southern Muslim-style flavors.
Je Hoi Seafood Restaurant
$$Fresh seafood restaurant in Hat Yai's heart with relaxed atmosphere. Offers both street-style outdoor seating and air-conditioned indoor dining, ideal for family meals or gatherings with reasonably priced, quality fresh catch.
Kim Yong Market Food Stalls
$Free market entry with dozens of food vendors offering authentic Hat Yai street food, dried seafood snacks, and regional specialties. Perfect for budget travelers seeking genuine local cuisine experiences.
Hat Yai Floating Market Food Vendors
$Evening market with boat rides and extensive food stalls serving fresh local specialties. Experience dining with canal views and authentic Southern Thai flavors in a picturesque waterfront setting.
Central Festival Hat Yai Food Court
$$Modern shopping mall food court with diverse dining options from local Thai restaurants to international chains, offering convenience and variety for all tastes and budgets.
Lee Garden Plaza Food Court
$$Connected to the shopping mall, this food court provides convenient dining within the commercial complex with options ranging from traditional Southern Thai to contemporary fusion cuisine.
ASEAN Night Bazaar Food Stalls
$Evening bazaar featuring multiple food vendors with local and regional Asian cuisines, combining dining with entertainment and shopping in an energetic night market atmosphere.
Where to Find the Best Food in Hat Yai
Popular Food Markets
Greenway Night Market
Location: Near Central Festival
Hours: Daily 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Specialty: Southern Thai and Malaysian influenced food
Street Food Areas
Kim Yong Market Area
Local street food and dim sum
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