23 Best Asian Restaurants near National City

“I loved !!! great food and service“

“The food and service here never disappoint! Everything is always on point, and An, our waitress, is the sweetest, she really goes above and beyond to make us feel welcome. The soy garlic wings were incredibly delicious, packed with so much flavor that we couldn’t get enough. We always leave here happy and satisfied!“

“Always an amazing experience at Animae!“

“Best food, drink, service and atmosphere I have experienced in a long time. Rivals Michelin restaurants.“

“Oh my gosh, the food never disappoints, it’s so good! Definitely comparable to Din Tai Fung but at a much affordable price (: My family LOVES coming here. The service is so fast and always correct too. The ambiance is simple and can be a little loud at times, but that’s not a problem for us. I do wish they had more pescatarian/vegetarian/vegan options though, because their dumplings are usually mixed with some kind of meat, which makes it a little difficult for bringing friends and family that have those dietary preferences. However, their tofu is delicious and their cucumber salad and green beans are “BUSSIN”
My husband and my favorite, though, is their pork soup dumplings! Their chicken soup dumplings are good too, but for us, nothing beats the classic.
I’ve been meaning to post for a while, but kept forgetting - anyway, HIGHLY recommend!!!(:“

“Great food specially their pad thai. Servers are nice and very welcoming. Will definitely come back over and over again. I’ve found one of the BEST Thai Restaurant in San Diego“

“If you’re craving delicious Chinese food without breaking the bank, this hidden gem is a must-visit. Tucked away from the busy main streets, this cozy spot serves up flavorful, authentic dishes that hit the spot every time. From the perfectly crisp orange chicken to the rich and comforting beef chow fun, every bite tastes homemade and fresh.

The portions are generous, the service is warm, and the prices are surprisingly reasonable for the quality you get. Whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout, this place is a solid go-to for anyone who loves good food at a great value.“

“If your looking for an inexpensive and affordable restaurant on San Diego's Convoy Street ( Asian Cultural District) then this is the place for you. Not only are the prices great but the food is delicious especially the curry dishes and their Skewers. The service is great and the servers are very friendly and outgoing. We have dined here twice already and we had a fantastic experience both times.“

“Delicious food! Excellent service!“

“White Elephant Asian Kitchen was such a great spot for lunch! My boyfriend got the chicken pad Thai, and I had the shrimp lemongrass salad—both were super fresh, with great portions and amazing flavor. The atmosphere was really nice too, perfect for a casual meal. We’ll definitely be back to try the spring rolls!“

“This place is an absolute MUST if you’re in San Diego / PB! It’s the best Vietnamese food everrrr IMHO. The fried egg rolls with all the veggies they come with are to die for, and the chicken fried rice is the best fried rice I’ve had in my whole life. I used to go here a few times a month when I lived nearby and I miss it SO much! Please go. You’ll be so happy you did!“

“Got takeout for the family and the food was delicious with big portions. We ordered bbq pork fried rice, chow mein, egg rolls, and salt and pepper wings which came hot and fresh. Customer service was friendly as well. We'll definitely come back here.“

“Cute little restaurant with Thai, Chinese, and Cambodian fare. Friendly staff, reasonable prices, delicious food. Would visit again if I was back in the area!“

“Best soup in town, 12/10!!! If you are recovering from any type of illness, their soups do just the trick (angelic wolfberry and wonton especially). The broth is so fresh and you can tell it’s home made - without all the extra sodium and oils.“

“The crab fried rice was full of crab meat and fresh veggies. You can get your spice level from 1-10. I chose medium, so about a 5 (which wasn't very spicy at all). Rice tastes really good with the sweet sauce drizzled on top. I also had the spicy sweet wings which were just the right amount of crispy and sweet.“

“Certainly my favorite restaurant in San Diego! The food is fresh, healthy and bursting with flavor! My daughter loves the chicken rice bowl and purple taro milk tea. My personal favorite is the lychee ice tea. It is the perfect thirst quencher on a hot summer day! The staff is truly wonderful. They are always so friendly, courteous and go out of their way to make you feel welcomed. They are definitely the type of people you call family.“

“Food was fantastic and the bartender was very nice and helpful! Highly recommend!“

“Same food as Zen and excellent service.

Order ahead and take it to go as it does tend to get busy here.

With limited dining space, you'll probably enjoy your meal more at home.

Tip well.“

“Wow!! They have the BEST happy hour! See picture attached! I had the garlic edamame, from the nigiri option I had salmon and crunchy roll from the happy hour menu. I decided to try their house salad, it was bigger than expected. The house dressing has ginger and it was fresh and delicious. Nice and light option to start off with. The nigiri salmon was delicious and fresh great portion as well for $6.50! Wow! I added the lemon & cilantro roll and OMG it was my favorite out of everything!! I highly recommend it. The staff was attentive and friendly! Thank you Monse for your recommendations. Rubén the manager at the time also came to check up on me, I greatly appreciate the attention and ensuring I was having a good experience. Plenty of parking! I also learned that they Monday night all you can eat sushi for $39.95! Call and Double check in case there are changes. I’ll post menu options. Patio area is great, especially on a summer day like today! I can’t wait to come back! To the owner, Ruben is incredible and Monse took great care of me.“

“Dunno why the ratings are so low. Food is better than Panda Express and unlike most food places nowadays the portions are actually plentfiul and big. In this economy thats unheard of, so big appreciation to the owners for doing something good for the community. Thats what keeps me coming back, and the food is generally good.“

“Always hits the spot! We usually get their Tom Kha with steamed tofu, Pad See Ew with mock duck, & the Panang curry with fried tofu or mock chicken. Their cocktails are pretty good too. All reasonable prices with large portions, & so easy to make everything vegan. Service is great & they're open late every night. What a gem!“

“Great place to go when you’re craving ramen. They are very generous with the pork portions.“

“🙌 Wow..! Max’s in Chula Vista is amazing. For starters, their service is impeccable. Got seated right away, very friendly servers. The food - I’m a first timer of Philippine food and it was absolutely delicious. Everything was made to perfection, and I was told all their food is made to order, which I could certainly tell by the quality of ingredients! Atmosphere - The whole restaurant had such a cool modern hip vibe to it - very chic and trendy. This is the kind of place where you want to experience something new and fresh to the area. Oh and they have some beer too! Philippino type beer of course which was pretty awesome, I had a nice lager that went well with my food. Very clean and well organized restaurant across the board. Will be coming back for sure ..! Highly recommend! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“