Rao Wei in Pattaya
If you’re a mala fan and enjoy trying various mala-infused dishes, head to Rao Wei during your trip to Pattaya.
Rao Wei is a newly opened mala shabu eatery that serves meat and veggie sticks on conveyor belts. You can pick any meat sticks or items that you like and pair them with their many choices of broth.
New mala shabu restaurant in Pattaya
Rao Wei is a new mala shabu restaurant that’s adorned with a striking red theme and Chinese motifs, located in South Pattaya.
Once inside, you’ll be greeted by the sight of long communal tables, each equipped with a conveyor belt that whisks an array of dishes, including pork bellies, beef slices, water spinach, prawns, and more. The items come at different prices. Meat and veggie sticks start from ฿5 (~USD0.15) – ฿20 (~USD0.59) each, but plates start from ฿20 (~USD0.59) – ฿50 (~USD1.47) each, varying by colours.
They offer many options of broth, such as mala broth, tom yum, and pork bone broth. You can either pick one broth for ฿49 (~USD1.47) or two options of broth in one pot for ฿69 (~USD2.03).
You can make your own sauce by mixing the provided ingredients. If you want to have unlimited or refillable sauces, you can pay an extra ฿29 (~USD0.85).
Getting to Rao Wei in Pattaya
If you crave a mala shabu while exploring Pattaya, consider giving this place a try. Going to the restaurant is easy as it’s located in downtown. You can drive your own car or hail a motorcycle taxi to reach the restaurant.
For more recommendations, feel free to explore Daeng Hoi Tod; serving Thai-style oyster omelettes, Gu Long Bao Homemade Buns, and Jok’s Kitchen – a Michelin-rated restaurant.
Address: 94/25 Khao Talo, Pattaya City, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150
Opening hours: 2pm-2am, Daily
Contact: +66 8 3237 0335 | Google Maps
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