About The Royal Oak Pattaya
The Royal Oak is a long-running British-style pub on Soi Buakhao. An expat hangout for a proper pint of cask-conditioned ale, Sunday roasts and the genuine British pub-pie experience.
Long-running British-style pub on Soi Buakhao. Suits expats after a proper pint and Sunday roast.
Why visit The Royal Oak Pattaya
- Cask-conditioned real ale on hand-pull, the only pub in Pattaya pulling proper UK cask ale rather than keg lager
- Sunday roast served from noon every Sunday with beef, lamb or pork plus Yorkshire pudding and proper roasties
- Long-running for over 15 years drawing repeat long-stay British expat regulars who value consistent pub culture
- Soi Buakhao corner location places the pub walking distance from the long-stay English expat condo cluster
- Premier League and rugby coverage on multiple screens with proper UK commentary feeds for match-day viewing
What to expect
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Local tips
- Grab home is usually 80-200 baht across Pattaya after closing time
- Cash is faster than card use 100 and 500 baht notes for tipping if you stay long
- Walking Street starts buzzing after 10pm and quietens by 1am plan accordingly
- Earplugs are sensible if the venue has live music and you are sat near the speakers
Frequently asked questions
What time does The Royal Oak Pattaya get busy?
Most evenings the venue fills up around 9pm-10pm and stays busy until close. Friday and Saturday are noticeably busier than midweek. Arriving early gives you the better seats and a cheaper happy-hour drink before the crowd builds.
What hours is The Royal Oak Pattaya open?
Listed hours are 11:00-01:00 daily. Closing time is usually enforced by local licensing. After-hours options exist nearby ask staff for current recommendations.
Is there a dress code?
Most Pattaya bars are casual flip-flops and shorts are fine. A few rooftop or hotel bars require closed shoes for men and no beachwear. If unsure smart-casual is the safe option for evening venues.