The Big Market Jomtien — Night Market · Jomtien · 4.5★ × 1,021
Outdoor night market on Soi Jomtien 16. 4.5★ from 1,021 Google reviews. 30+ food vendors, half a dozen bars, big-screen football, occasional live music, fresh fruit and veg, on-site massage. Family-friendly with kids' animal petting and open-air movie screenings. Beer at 100 baht for a big bottle.
Why it's on The List
Compared to Jomtien Night Market and Walking Street stalls, The Big Market gets the basics right: real seating, manageable crowds, family-friendly atmosphere, and food prices that haven't spiralled to tourist mark-up. BBQ ribs at 200 baht, sticky rice, pad Thai, plus pizza/pasta if you've got mixed appetites. Open till 1am for late-night arrivals. Honest balance: food is mostly pre-made, not cooked-to-order — flavour is fine but don't expect Michelin-level quality. Salmon sashimi stall has been called out by reviewers as overpriced for portion. Get there before 9pm if you want most stalls open — many close earlier than the 1am official close. Doesn't have ocean views (despite Jomtien location) — set expectations.
What customers say
"Half a dozen bars, 30+ food vendors. Big screen football and live music as well. You can even pick up some fresh fruit and veg and get a massage. Brilliant, family friendly venue." — Google reviewer
Key details
- 250/5-6 Moo 12 Soi Jomtien 16
- 4.5★ from 1,021 Google reviews
- Daily 4pm-1am
- Family-friendly outdoor seating
- 30+ food vendors
- Beer 100 baht/big bottle
- Honest note: get there before 9pm, no ocean view