50 Best Thai Restaurants in San Diego

“My wife took me here and let me say...the flavors are out of this world delicious! I had the grilled King Oyster Mushroom with Khao Soi curry (medium spice), egg noodles and a fried egg to top! It was so good I had to drink the essence from the bowl!!!! Service was great! The atmosphere was a vibe and they played bossa nova like music so it added to the experience! I would definitely come back! Matter of fact I will be back!“

“This is our go to Thai restaurant in San Diego
My wife and I love the freshness of Thai food and wherever we travel always try the Thai restaurant in the area
We always compare it to Chaba Thai which always comes out on top
Both Tom yum and Tom ka soups are the best ever
Every entree is so delicious and they accommodate any special requests if they can
The service is so friendly and helpful
We have been to Thailand and this seems very authentic
I also love brown rice which they make so delicious
Six stars ******“

“Friendly service. The rice was good. The chicken noodle soup was shockingly bland. The broth didn't taste like anything. It seemed like the noodles, chicken, and vegetables were added to the broth right before serving; they were bland too. The portion size was fine and it was filling, but I wouldn't order it again. The soup is never this boring at other Thai restaurants.“

“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. ♥️♥️♥️“

“Such a nice restaurant to visit. This is our 1st and it won't be our last because we really enjoyed the service and the intentiveness of our waiter which also spoke thai with my wife. The food was amazing that's why we will be coming back.“

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

“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.“

“The food is excellent, and the ambiance is lively, authentic, and welcoming. The décor is attractive and creates a pleasant dining experience. The tables are a bit too close together, but overall the atmosphere is enjoyable.

The service could be improved, particularly regarding hygiene practices. While I appreciate that the waitstaff wear gloves, I have noticed that the same gloves are used both for serving food and for clearing dirty dishes. This defeats much of the purpose of wearing gloves and raises concerns about cross-contamination.

Another practice I found troubling is that staff often place their hands inside the takeout containers provided for leftovers. Similarly, hands should never be placed inside clean water glasses or food containers, even when they are empty. Since the same staff members appear to handle both serving and bussing duties, these practices become even more concerning.

Other than these hygiene issues, I genuinely enjoy the food and would happily visit more often. However, I find myself considering these concerns each time I dine here. If these practices were improved, I believe the restaurant could easily earn an even higher rating and strengthen its reputation with customers“

“I haven’t been there but it’s looks pretty good the food 🍱.“

“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!“

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

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

“Stopped by Palm Thai Restaurant and had a great meal. I ordered the Pad Thai, which was flavorful, well-balanced, and cooked perfectly. I also had the Thai Tea, and the serving size was huge. It was rich, refreshing, and absolutely delicious.

The restaurant was very clean and comfortable, making for an enjoyable dining experience. Combined with the tasty food and generous portions, it’s definitely a place I would recommend to anyone looking for good Thai food.“

“This place is amazing. I dream about the khao soi at night. I haven’t had anything from Aroyd that I wouldn’t recommend. The portions are big and the flavors are amazing. Service is top tier. Thrilled we discovered this place! Lots of vegetarian options between the tofu and mock duck.“

“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“

“I've been here numerous times when I lived in San Diego and recently came into town to try again. Would say this is by far, my favorite Thai restaurant that I have been to. Curry is absolutely delicious, fried fish is amazing, and their teas are sweet and tasty. The staff are very friendly and inside is very clean and inviting. Would definitely recommend!“

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

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

“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!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼“

“Delicious and healthy food. Friendly staff.“

“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“

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

“ALWAYS ALWAYS FOREVER GOOD!“

“it was perfect. and I was visiting from Illinois. so good experience.“

“The food is always very fresh and delicious. They are very mindful about how spicy you would like. I don’t tolerate a lot of spice and they make sure they accommodate. And the customer service is exceptional.“

“10/10 would recommend! The food here is consistently amazing and reasonably priced. Portions are generous, the ingredients taste super fresh, and the Thai Iced Tea is the perfect sweet treat to go with a spicy meal. Fast service and a great atmosphere—my new favorite spot!“

“Bahn Thai has been our favorite Thai restaurant for years and we are so happy this location is back open. We recently catered a party and the manager (SK) was so helpful, patient with my order changes, and the food was perfect (packaged and labeled neatly, easy and on time pickup, food was a hit).“

“Great experience! Great attitude! Great food! Mom and pops Thai food in Sierra Mesa you will never miss out this place is amazing absolutely 🔥🔥🔥!! Try the papaya salad🤤🤤🤤 I absolutely recommend this place , when it comes to homemade Thai food!💯🔥👌😎“

“Cute, casual Thai option in Rancho Bernardo near High Country West. The menu options are varied. The Thai iced tea was huge. The waitress was polite. $2 up-charge for brown rice. Several tables inside or take-out. Decent amount of parking in the lot (slightly tight) or street parking. Would visit again.“

“Great food and great service! We’ve tried quite a lot of the options on the menu and have not been disappointed. The Tom Yum and basically of the curries are our go-to’s (they had a special Yellow Curry with Fruits which contained lychee and apples and it was sooooo good! Their thai tea and thai coffee are also a must…all in all- every time we’ve gone to eat at Pinto Thai, it hits the spot always!)“

“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!"“

“Very COVID friendly. Huge portions. Staff a delight. We will be back.“

“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. ♥️♥️♥️“

“Thai test kitchen offers very delicious Thai cuisine. I had the pleasure of trying their green papaya salad today. It’s very refreshing, filling and flavorful. It’s one of my favorites. Prices are fare and quality is very good. They also have a very good Thai ice tea, it’s nice n strong and not overly sweet.“

“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!!!!“

“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.“

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

“I luv this place! Delicious, affordable and perfectly portioned sizes! Also, I want to share that in a half-asleep stupor, I completely forgot to mention in the instructions to make my Pad Thai vegan and ended up receiving it with eggs. To my surprise, they kindly offered to make me a vegan one at no charge! Also, when I went to return the original one, the vegan one was already ready!—So fast!
They didn’t have to do all that and they did! I’m so grateful for this place! Highly recommend!“

“I live pretty far from Liberty Station but each time I am in the area I always come here for the Spicy basil ribeye steak burrito. It’s otherworldly and it’s so delicious. I recommend for anyone who wants to try some Thai food but in burrito form!“

“Great cafe late and Mille crêpe cake!!!!!!“

“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.“

“We came across this restaurant and decided to give it a try. As someone who is Thai, I’m usually very selective about Thai restaurants because we cook Thai food at home all the time. But Corner Thai Kitchen truly impressed me. The flavors were authentic, well-balanced, and the ingredients tasted fresh. Everything was delicious, and I would highly recommmend this place!“

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

“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 :)“

“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.“

“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.“

“Friendly staff and outstanding food quality. Yellow curry (medium) is amazing, and plenty for at least two meals. Basil fried rice and Drunken Noodles were excellent also. Gor Gai is a regular favourite for us!!“