50 Best Thai Restaurants near Chula Vista

“I come to San Diego often to visit my family, and during one visit I was craving Thai food so we looked up a place nearby and this restaurant came up. Luck was on our side because this turned out to be such a great meal! When my family and I came in we needed a table to seat 6 people and they quickly got a table together for us. I ordered the red curry with vegetables and this place truly lived up to its name! The ingredients tasted fresh and the curry was so delicious. Everyone enjoyed their meal. As we ate and talked we saw a lot of people come in to pick up take out orders, no one else came to dine in. There are a few tables though and I suggest dining in at least once a - we were able to meet the chef/owner and he was such a nice guy. Really seemed to care about each plate that came out. I can’t wait to visit my family again and enjoy some good food and conversation here!“

“This establishment was very welcoming and provided excellent service. As first-time visitors, we started with the Satay Chicken, which was so good we finished it before getting a photo. I ordered the combination Pad Thai, and my daughter chose the Hot Basil dish, both were well-seasoned, flavorful, and prepared perfectly.

We will definitely be returning. While parking was somewhat limited, the quality of the food and overall experience more than made up for it. Highly recommend giving this place a try.“

“The food was delicious. I took my 85-year-old mom who is not that familiar with Thai food. She's only had it a few times. She was very impressed with the dishes we had. We had the chicken wings... Incredible!! We had the pad Thai with chicken... Excellent! And we had the crying tiger steak ... Superb! We also ordered the pork spring rolls. The spring rolls were not really for us. But, I heard other people like them.“

“This food is amazing and I am hooked on it“

“Love their Pad Thai ...... the best in San Diego 👍🏼“

“Excellent fresh locally sourced Thai and Laotian food. Small family owned place with great prices and friendly atmosphere. Highly recommend this gem in a mini mall on Broadway in Chula Vista.“

“Lita was amazing ! She helped us order a delicious meal and everything exceeded expectations
This place is really slept on .. it’s also a good spot for a date night or casual lunch. the food looks perfectly plated and tastes better than it looks!!!! Seriously 1000/10 I’m coming back again.
The iced thai tea was one of the best I’ve ever tasted as well. Super delicious

I got the fried pork belly brown rice and egg in yellow sauce
And crispy duck brown rice with khao soi“

“Excellent food at this nice hidden gem in the area. If you enjoy Thai food, this place is a must-try. The flavors are authentic, the portions are generous, and everything tastes fresh. I highly recommend the Pad Thai and the coconut curry both were full of flavor, well-balanced, and absolutely delicious. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more items on the menu.“

“Pari is great and his food is AMAZING!!“

“always fresh and delicious“

“Everything at so saap is good! Papaya salad, laap was awesome! I visited twice in a week as I live in another state. I will be back one day.“

“Here we are again having another fabulous meal prepared for us. But's this time There was a party of maybe 6 women and they prefer to have the other entrance open so my wife froze her butt off for the whole meal it seems like it was below 0 degrees but all in all we still had a great meal. Maybe I should have said something to our waitress but I didn't want to upset the girls.“

“It's a good restaurant in San Diego to have Thai food!“

“Delicious and healthy food. Friendly staff.“

“Excellent Thai Cusine. I guarantee you won't be disappointed.“

“Great party food for quick pickup. Terrific menu variety and flavors. Highly recommend! A+“

“Hands down the best Thai food I've eaten in San diego. Got their crab fired rice and yellow curry. Blown away! They also have so many condiments too that you can add that balance the food so well. Can't wait to try all the other items on the menu. People were right, this is the best Thai food in SD. Kudos to the team and my compliments to the chef!“

“we just moved to the neighborhood...the crab fried rice was sooooo yummy .“

“very friendly waitresses, fast delivery and great food 👌 definitely will be back. only negative but with all the places around the area is parking. but other than that, great place“

“My order was for takeout....and it was ready right on time. Everything was absolutely delicious and prices were good! The Satay chicken was tender and flavorful....Pad Woon Sen was fresh and light with crispy vegetables. Cream cheese wontons were great and served as dessert. The portions were generous with plenty left over for a second meal. Pretty sure Little Thai Kitchen is now my favorite Thai food spot!😊“

“BEST CURRY IVE EVER HAD!!!!! Great prices and portions and service. I am super impressed. I am actually writing this while I’m shoveling green curry in my mouth on my couch. You guys earned my business!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼“

“Fantastic experience. Excellent service and great recommendations by our waiter. I had the Panang curry - very tasty and the vegetables were so fresh and flavorful. Went for a business dinner with my boss and he loved it as well. Will definitely be back whenever I’m in the area. Oh, and be sure to get the dumplings!“

“One of my favorite restaurants authentic Latin cuisine. I have been coming here for over 30 years and was so sad when it closed down during the pandemic. So glad it reopened! Can’t wait 😜 to go back. I give it 5 stars for sure!“

“ALWAYS ALWAYS FOREVER GOOD!“

“Amazing food! The Rockfish was the most amazing dish I have had since moving to SD.“

“Everything so good 😛clean friendly“

“Love this local gem. Food is consistently delicious and fresh. I have yet to dine in, but the establishment is very clean and there appears to be seating for roughly 40. The workers are kind and friendly, and the pricing is very reasonable, which is a plus.“

“Crispy, decadent, and absolutely perfectly seasoned chicken. Not too salty (which tends to be the case for lots of fried chicken chains). Thai tea is yummy, I don't taste the overtly strong artificial powder taste of other Thai teas especially at some milk tea shops. Real yummy. Low prices. Very happy and satisfied.“

“Truly wonderful Thai food, would eat here often if we were local!“

“Everything at so saap is good! Papaya salad, laap was awesome! I visited twice in a week as I live in another state. I will be back one day.“

“If you're looking for the best Thai dining experience in town, look no further than Thai Time North Park ! The moment you step in, you're greeted by an inviting atmosphere and trendy decor. The service is impeccable; the staff are incredibly friendly, attentive, and always ready with a smile. Our servers went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. The food is nothing short of spectacular. We started with the fresh spring rolls, which were bursting with flavor. The Pad Thai was perfectly balanced with the right amount of sweetness and spice, the Larb was rich and aromatic and the signature chef Poke one of a kind. What really sets Thai Time apart are the little extras. We were treated to a complimentary Cucumber Gimlet drink. In short, Thai Time offers the perfect combination of delectable food, outstanding service, and a charming ambiance. It's a must-visit for anyone craving an authentic Thai dining experience. We would easily give Thai Time a 5-star rating for its exceptional dining experience. Do yourself a favor and visit – you won’t be disappointed!"“

“Conveniently located for those of us working in Downtown San Diego, Thotsakan is a great place to grab a tasty lunch affordably and in time to get back to work by the end of one's lunch break. Their pumpkin curry, drunken noodles, and choo chee salmon lunch specials are especially good :)“

“Nice spot with eclectic decor, really nice people and very flavorful food. I’ll be back!“

“Slurp is one of the many food stalls inside Liberty Public Market, serving up a mix of Thai and Chinese inspired dishes. While I wouldn’t call it the best spot in the market, it’s definitely one of my personal favorites.

We ordered the BBQ Pork Wonton Bowl, Thai Crab Omelet, and Spicy Basil Fried Rice and every dish delivered. The seasoning and spices were dialed in perfectly, and everything came out hot, fresh, and made to order. The standout for me was easily the Thai Crab Omelet. It was straight up addictive, with a bold, fresh crab flavor that really shined.

Another thing worth mentioning, they don’t skimp on portions. You’re definitely leaving full and satisfied.

Pro tip: Roll in with a few friends and order a variety of dishes to share. That’s the best way to experience what they’ve got going on.“

“Delicious food, great service and amazing value. This unassuming spot just a bit outside of the busy gaslamp district was a great find. 2 entrees and an appetizer was somehow under $40 - we had drunken noodles, Thai basil chicken and Spring rolls.“

“Outstanding Thai food and friendly people. Such a great experience i came twice in three days!“

“We discovered this restaurant pre-pandemic. Im glad it made it through. We have a calm dinner. Place was not busy during our visit. Guess thats the advantage of going out on a weekday night, with foggy weather.
We enjoyed our brisket pho. Meat slices were thick, wish they were tender and the broth was good, might need to be less salt. Tofu pad thai was good, i opt for mild spice 4/10, in case my toddler wants to try it. Me and my husband loved the Ka Na Moo Krob.
We don't know whats it in the water other than the lemon, but it taste good. We appreciate being given big bottles if water instead of waiting for someone to refill. And thank you for keeping the washroom clean.“

“The food is great! But the girl at the counter needs lessons in customer service and also an attitude adjustment. This is the only reason that deters me from going there more often.“

“The food is just perfect,good portions“

“Great meal tonight, love thid place“

“delicious food and friendly service! I love the soup!“

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“I just haven't ever had a bad meal here. I look forward to going back and enjoying a meal with a bestie. Finish it off with mango sticky rice and sleep like a baby 😁😉“

“My husband and I love this place !! We live in University city and AAHARN restaurant is the best Thai restaurant in University city. We have tried so many dishes such as Lamb massaman, Neu Nam Tok, Chicken biryani. We love them all! Our server was very nice and kind. I highly recommend this restaurant. ♥️♥️♥️“

“Amazing quality of cuisine.“

“Thai Time absolutely delivers every single time. The food comes out piping hot, insanely tasty, and packed with bold, crave‑worthy flavors that hit from the first bite. Portions are generous, ingredients taste fresh, and everything is cooked perfectly. The vibe is chill, the service is fast and friendly, and whether you’re dining in or taking it to go, it’s always on point. Easily one of those spots you keep coming back to because it never misses.“

“I went there to eat with a coworker for lunch earlier today. It was my very first time having been there. I was recommended by a couple of my friends. The restaurant was pretty spacious and the staff were very friendly. I ordered the laab seen (ລາບຊີ້ນ) a Lao minced beef salad and the tom khueng nai (ຕົ້ມເຄື່ອງໃນ) a Lao beef innards soup with some sticky rice. Lunch was delicious. I will definitely be going back there again. I will be bringing my mom. She was actually the person that had brought up this place to me before as well. See you again in the near future.“

“By far the Best Thai food in San Diego !! don't miss out.“

“Favorite restaurant in the world! Such amazing, happy service. Incredible flavorful vegan food. The bubble teas are excellent to enjoy while eating. Perfect for a romantic experience. They sang happy birthday! For being top quality, it's also amazingly affordable. Enjoy!!!!“

“Really delicious and reasonably priced food. Love the fusion style. The Tokyo fries are one of my absolute fav things on the menu. As well as the fried kale and Banh mi 🤤 Decent beer, wine, teas, and specialty drinks.“