If you are a Malaysian who wants to experience a pleasant vacation in a short time, visit Hat Yai. If you are confused about things to do in Hat Yai, maybe you can do a seafood culinary tour here. You can vacation abroad to try a variety of seafood, a combination of Thai and Chinese flavors.

You are sure to find lots of seafood restaurants with fresh ingredients that make it really delicious to eat. Here are 12 seafood restaurants that you can visit when in Hat Yai complete with how to go to Hat Yai from Malaysia.

Hat Yai is a popular destination in Malaysia and its quiet location is perfect for escaping from the bustling city life. Here are some of the easiest ways to get to Hat Yai from Malaysia, starting with private vehicles or public transportation:

You can take the train from Kuala Lumpur to Padang Besar, which is the border city between Malaysia and Thailand. From there, take the shuttle train to Hat Yai which takes about 1 hour, quite easy and fast.

Hat Yai is about 500 km from Kuala Lumpur, and the journey by car will take around 6 hours. You can drive via the North-South Highway and cross the border via the Sadao checkpoint.

Many bus operators in Malaysia offer direct bus services to Hat Yai, without transit so it doesn't take long. The journey by bus usually takes around 8-10 hours, depending on heavy traffic and border crossings.

Located at 143-145 Niphat Uthit 3 Rd, Thong Dee Restaurant is one of the oldest seafood restaurants in Hat Yai. They offer a variety of seafood dishes with local Thai flavors that you won't find anywhere else. Try some of the most popular menu items such as tom yum soup, grilled fish, and fried clams.

All dishes are made with the best and freshest ingredients, however, you can taste them at affordable prices. The price range set by the restaurant which is open from 11 am-10 pm is THB 200-500 per person.

Located by the river, Ban Rim Nam serves a menu of Thai-style seafood dishes complete with beautiful views. If you like spicy food, try the steamed fish with lime and chili sauce, and spicy prawn soup.

Another dish that is no less popular is the stir-fried squid with garlic in a savory squid black sauce. With delicious food as well as a comfortable atmosphere, you need to pay in the price range: THB 300-600 per person.

This restaurant is suitable for a lunch or dinner menu because it is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. If you want to stay overnight, Ban Rim Nam also has a riverside resort which is equipped with a garden and barbecue facilities.

This Chinese-style seafood restaurant is popular with locals for its fresh seafood and generous portions. They offer a variety of dishes, from fried prawns to seafood hotpots. Crab curry is a prima donna in this restaurant because it is very big and fresh with soft meat that combines with a delicious curry sauce.

You can visit the restaurant which is located at 99/1 Supasarnrangsan Rd from 11 am to 10 pm. Meanwhile, the price to pay is in the range of THB 300-700 per person, quite filling for a large meal.

Unlike the previous restaurant which had a luxurious appearance, now you can taste seafood at a more affordable price. However, the dishes sold at Kim Yong Market cannot be doubted as they provide the best seafood with the freshest ingredients.

You can buy all kinds of seafood, from crabs and prawns to lobsters and clams with their signature spices. Interestingly, you can even cook for yourself at this market which is open from 6 am to 6 pm every day.

The condition of Kim Yong Market is indeed busy since morning like in markets in Southeast Asia in general. You actually don't only find food but also shop for ingredients such as raw fish.

Located at 89 Thumnoonvithi Rd, The Glass House is a unique seafood restaurant that you will only find here. The reason is, that you will eat special dishes and of course unique because they are a combination of Thai and Western cuisine. Their signature dishes include grilled lobster with garlic butter, seafood spaghetti, and fried calamari.

To taste it, of course, you have to pay at a price range that is not cheap, which is around THB 500-1000 per person. Even so, you will experience this restaurant's pleasure and luxury, which is open from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Located just outside Hat Yai, the Klonghae Floating Market is also a popular tourist attraction because it is the only floating market in South Thailand. Precisely located in Tambon Khlong Hae, Amphoe Hat Yai, Songkhla Province across from Wat Khlong Hae.

You can find a wide variety of seafood dishes from grilled prawns and squid to fried fish and seafood noodles. The price range to be paid for each menu is also very cheap, namely THB 50-150 per dish.

The market, open from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. on weekends, is unique because the vendors wear retro Thai costumes. Another uniqueness is using environmentally friendly food containers such as coconut shells, bamboo tubes, and clay pots instead of plastic.

This seafood restaurant is known for its spicy and flavorful Thai-style dishes, such as tom yum soup and grilled fish with chili sauce. Don't miss the stir-fried calamari with the aroma of fragrant garlic and pepper with its soft flesh.

Not only are delicious dishes but the restaurant is also located at 50/1 Sripoovanart Rd. It provides a beautiful view of the river. By paying in the price range: THB 200-500 per person, you can eat while enjoying the breeze.

The restaurant is located at 113/2-3 Klongrien 1 Rd. It offers a variety of fresh Thai seafood dishes such as tom yum soup yum and grilled fish with chili sauce. Don't miss the stir-fried mussels with basil. Come from 11 am - 10 pm to try the best menu by paying around THB 200-500 per person.

Seafood restaurant located at 124/1 Niphat Uthit 3 Rd. It is famous for its delicious grilled fish. Try the spicy prawn soup and fried scallops with the appetizing chili paste if you like spicy food. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. with a reasonable price of THB 200-500 per person.

This restaurant offers a mix of Thai and Chinese seafood dishes and produces delicacies from each country. You have to try the steamed fish seasoned with ginger and soy sauce which is both sweet and warm in the throat.

Remember to order the fried rice with tender crab meat and the seafood hotpot that makes you want more. The restaurant is located at 54/2 Klongrien 2 Rd and is open from 11 am - 10 pm with prices ranging from THB 300-700 per person. If you are tired of visiting interesting places around here all day long, you can immediately stay at Ban Ruen Mai Ngam Resort.

Samila Seafood serves delicious and fresh seafood because it is located right by the beach. With a gentle breeze and stunning sea views, you can enjoy a menu of Thai-style seafood dishes. Among the things you must try are the grilled prawns with tamarind sauce and stir-fried squid with vegetables. If you are not familiar with seafood, you can start trying steamed fish with chili sauce sprinkled with lime so it is not fishy.

To be able to enjoy various seafood at this restaurant you can come from 11 am - 10 pm by paying at a price range: THB 300-700 per person.

This family-run restaurant is known for its traditional Thai seafood dishes which is a paradise for seafood fans. How come? Because you can enjoy as much seafood as you like with the all-you-can-eat concept.

Visitors are welcome to take the seafood they want and cook it themselves by burning or boiling it. Such as spicy squid salad, fried fish with chili paste, and fried clams with basil. The set price range at this restaurant which is open from 11 am to 10 pm is THB 200-500 per person.

You can take someone who doesn't like seafood to this restaurant located at 49/13 Rat Uthit Rd. This. Because there are several other menus such as meats and aya. Fried rice, Pad Thai, and Som Tam (Thai salad).

After reading this review, now you don't need to be confused anymore to decide what to eat in Hat Yai. This review even helps you to have an unforgettable culinary journey.

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