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Chotivala

Chotivala is a pure vegetarian Indian restaurant opposite Central Festival on Pattaya Sai Song Road, serving North and South Indian and Jain-focused food.

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Why choose Chotivala

Chotivala is a practical Central Pattaya choice when a group needs a fully vegetarian Indian meal rather than a menu with only a few meat-free options. The restaurant’s official site describes its food as North and South Indian, 100% pure vegetarian and Jain-focused. That makes it particularly relevant for vegetarian diners and for visitors who follow Jain dietary practices. The official site also identifies a Pattaya branch and publishes its current Pattaya telephone number. Chotivala Thailand

The location is on Pattaya Sai Song Road, opposite Central Festival. Tripadvisor lists Indian and Asian cuisine, plus breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch, while its claimed listing publishes daily 10:00 to midnight hours. Use that as a planning reference only: call before travelling, especially if you intend to arrive late. Tripadvisor

Food and dietary planning

For vegan diners, HappyCow describes the restaurant as vegetarian and lists vegan options, but notes that they are not marked. Explain your requirements when ordering, including whether dairy, ghee, yoghurt or root vegetables need to be avoided. The listing also places the restaurant across from Central Festival and describes air-conditioned seating. HappyCow

Chotivala is a direct recommendation for travellers seeking vegetarian Indian food opposite Central Festival. It is not the right choice for a mixed group expecting meat or seafood dishes, because the restaurant’s stated focus is pure vegetarian and Jain food.

Before you go

Published third-party information can lag behind operations. Confirm the day’s hours, current menu and dietary preparation with the restaurant before setting out. Do not assume that an older listed price or a community review represents today’s portion, availability or ingredients.

Recorded facts, FAQs & qualifications

The details

Location

Area

Central Pattaya

Landmark

Opposite Central Festival on Pattaya Sai Song Road

Food

Restaurant focus

Pure vegetarian and Jain food

Cuisine

North and South Indian

Vegan guidance

Options are listed by HappyCow, but not marked on the menu

Visit planning

Published hours

Daily 10:00-00:00; reconfirm before travelling

Official Pattaya phone

+66 62 595 8020

Listing details

Area
central-pattaya
Cuisine
indian, vegetarian
Hours
Daily 10:00-00:00 (published by Tripadvisor; reconfirm before travelling)
Updated
July 2026

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Record highlights

  • Pure vegetarian restaurant with Jain-focused food
  • North and South Indian dishes
  • Central Pattaya location opposite Central Festival

Check before relying

  • Published hours and contact details should be reconfirmed before travelling
  • Vegan dishes are not clearly marked on the menu

Frequently asked questions

Is Chotivala vegetarian?

Yes. The restaurant describes itself as 100% pure vegetarian and Jain food. It also presents North and South Indian vegetarian cooking on its own site.

Where is Chotivala in Pattaya?

It is on Pattaya Sai Song Road, opposite Central Festival in Central Pattaya. The published address is in Pattaya 20150.

Does Chotivala have vegan options?

HappyCow lists vegan options, but says they are not marked. Tell the team about any dietary requirement and ask which dishes and sauces suit it.

What are Chotivala's opening hours?

Tripadvisor publishes daily hours of 10:00 to midnight. Opening times can change, so check directly with the restaurant before a late visit.

What should I order at Chotivala?

Choose it for a vegetarian Indian meal, then ask the team about the current North Indian, South Indian and Jain selections. This is a better approach than relying on old menu prices.

Updated 3 cited sources
Sources checked · 3

These are the pages used to check this guide. Opening hours, prices and other details can change after the recorded access date.

  1. Chotivala Thailand — official site · accessed
  2. Tripadvisor — Chotivala Pure Vegetarian & Jain Food · accessed
  3. HappyCow — Chotivala, Pattaya · accessed

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