Volare Italian & Thai Restaurant, Pattaya

I ate lunch today in Volare's Italian & Thai Restaurant at the corner of Soi Buakhao and Soi 15, (the soi that runs behind The Avenue Mall).

I ordered, Tea, (Bt50), Bruschetta Pomodoro (Bt85) and Spaghetti Amatriaciana (Bt190).

The first thing I noticed was the portions were slightly larger and priced slightly less than the competition.

Take the pot of tea for instance. It cost Bt50 but I got 3 full cups from the pot and the cup was more a mug than a cup. The Bruschetta was also large for Bt85 and tasted delicious. Finally, the spaghetti dish. It came with bread and Parmesan cheese, was again large for the price in my opinion and oh so filling.... and oh so tasty.......

At Volare, you have the option of sitting indoors in A.C. or outdoors on the deck at shaded tables. Al fresco seemed more popular whilst I was there and judging by the number of Farang/Thai couples eating there, the Thai food must also be good.

This restaurant is a keeper for me. I will definitely be eating there again which is all you need to know. Get in there, you won't be disappointed.

a la Turca Restaurant, Central Mall, Pattaya

I ate in 'a la Turca' Restaurant in Pattaya Central Mall today for the first time and really enjoyed it. The restaurant was full when I got there, (good sign), and the service was still good.

I was too late for their kebab plate promotion, (finishes at 2.00pm), so had an Aubergine Salad, (Bt90) and a Shish Kabab, (Bt190). All very good and I would definitely eat there again.

You can find the restaurant on the 5th Floor of the mall. It's the first shop on the right as you walk out of Central Dept. store into the mall. If you like Turkish food, check it out.