A&J Arabic Food

Southern Thai comfort with a Middle Eastern soul. A&J Arabic Food is a small halal kitchen in Sabarang (Mueang Pattani) turning out crisp falafel, silky dips and hot breads from late morning. You’ll find it on Samakkhi Sai Kho Road (188/82, Moo 6) — easy to pair with an afternoon wander by the Pattani River. Regulars come for plates that taste like home: falafel fried to order, warm roti to tear and swipe through creamy spreads, and simple rice-and-grill combos that don’t overcomplicate things. There’s a cult-followed Turkish-style egg with roti (yes, it’s as good as it sounds) plus fresh juices and coffee to cool down the southern heat. It’s casual, friendly, and wallet‑kind — the kind of spot where families, students, and travelers sit side by side. Swing by from around 11:00am for a late lunch or early dinner, and expect straightforward flavors done with care. If you’re passing through Pattani, this is the easy, satisfying stop you tell your mates about later.