33 Best Thai Restaurants near Santee

“The food was amazing and the staff was friendly and accommodating. We got an entree, 2 appetizers and 2 Thai teas for $40 is amazing price. It fed me and my sister with left overs! Great food affordable price👏🏻 Definitely coming back soon.“

“The food was amazing as always.“

“ก๋วยเตี๋ยวเรืออร่อย พนักงานน่ารัก“

“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“

“Best Thai Food Ever“

“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.“

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

“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!😊“

“I have been craving good Thai for a few years. I have tried some not good and some okay other places. Thai Time is so good. The aromas of the spices tortured my already empty stomach with the enticement of good food to come. I have fallen in love with the food and customer service. I will be back as my budget allows.“

“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!!! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼“

“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!“

“Always excellent food and service. Great pad Thai and Great Yellow Curry. A favorite.“

“Everything so good 😛clean friendly“

“The food was very good and the waitress was very friendly. It’s very clean inside the restaurant.“

“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.“

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

“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.“

“amazing food! probably the best Tom Kha soup in San Diego!!“

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

“Food was fresh and delicious“

“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 😁😉“

“Last night, my friend and I went to a marvelous restaurant; it was in the Rancho Bernardo/Poway area. Honestly, I hadn't been there yet, but had looked for something that was open late in the area. I normally live in NYC (the city that never sleeps!), and soon realized that not much in the No. Inland County of SD area is open late. So, since our friendship date was at 8 PM, this is the place that I chose. In other words, other than generally enjoying Thai food, our selection of this place was largely due to scheduling. Sometimes, it's about practicality.

Yet, once we were there, we were both pleasantly surprised by the welcoming, relaxed vibe as well as both the quantity and quality of food that they shared. (Also, we didn’t have a reservation; but they still promptly seated us, even though it was fairly busy then, which we appreciated.) We ordered countless items from the menu, and they were all tasteful and oh so filling. We went home with more than half a dozen to-go boxes, too! : ) I particularly enjoyed the coconut milk soup with veggies and the dessert, which was the fried banana rolls paired with coconut ice cream. Can you infer that I'm into coconut everything?? LOL

Last but not least, big shoutouts go out to Ivan and Roberto, for their loving hospitality and epic service. Roberto was so patient, as we asked him plenty of questions about the menu and garnered his recommendations. And - per our request - everything came out with mild, rather than maximum spice levels. Brilliant! So grateful for this wonderful experience -- even their fortune cookies were spot on. : ) I wish them only good fortune from here on out!

Only the Best, Katherine (& dinner companion)“

“Wonderful food and service. Reasonable prices. Great presentation. Best fresh spring rolls I've had in a long time. A neighborhood gem! We'll be back.

Dietary restrictions: GF options not posted on the menu but they were able to accommodate my request.“

“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.“

“First time visit, we will definitely be coming back.
The service was nice and food came out so fresh.
The food was so good!!!! Every dish was delicious, we got spring rolls, larb salad, fried tofu, tom kha with soft tofu and crab fried rice. All delicious and about $60, cheaper than other Thai spots.“

“Missing items constantly they always have a story or excuse been Eating here for years have brought customers or one item they would not replace missing one a delivery there excuses I’m Sick of - please do not go here customer service has declined“

“The staff is super sweet and generous. I had to stop by to take an important zoom meeting. I Russ Lee Founder corner Booth and ask for a coffee did not even mention what kind. Planning to go back in order once I finish my meeting, but this front desk lady was so kind and generous she brought in iced coffee for me, which was delicious. She did not bother me once because she saw I was on a call. Once I finish my meeting, I went back to pay for the coffee and she said it’s on the house and not to bother. I was genuinely not expecting that as it they were just opening up, but I really appreciated her being. So nice and kind.
I haven’t had food here yet but will definitely stop by soon. Everything smelled and looked fantastic on the other tables.

Highly recommend this place..it’s a hidden gem :)“

“I discovered this restaurant through a colleague in the culinary field, and her recommendation regarding this discreet Laotian establishment was indeed accurate.

According to the proprietor, this restaurant has been in operation for 35 years. I was very pleased to learn about this establishment and finally had the opportunity to experience its offerings.

During my visit, I sampled three distinct food items and a generous serving of Thai iced tea.

The Laotian sausage was exceptionally well-prepared. Its tender and juicy consistency is noteworthy, and it is prepared in-house by the owner. The use of chopped, rather than ground, meat provides a distinctive textural element that enhances the culinary experience. The freshness of the ingredients is evident in every bite.

The crispy pork belly was also commendable. It featured thinly sliced pork belly, lightly floured and expertly deep-fried, which paired excellently with plain jasmine rice.

The Lad Na with chicken is a signature dish of the establishment. It is characterized by its comforting and mild flavor profile, along with the distinct char imparted by stir-frying the noodles. The dish is accompanied by additional condiments such as vinegar, sugar, or chili to customize the taste.

I am eager to return and explore other menu items, including the beef jerky and various soup selections.“

“The food is great and this place is an institution. I’m mainly leaving a review here because someone left a review saying they found “cartilage” in their noodle dish… those pieces in the picture are clearly squid. The person who ordered must never have seen squid before.“

“Unfortunately, I could barely contain myself when the food came. It was super delicious and can’t wait to go back! I didn’t get the name of our server but she was an older lady. That helped me decide on all my choices for dinner tonight. Thank you for the good experience and good food. Looking forward to coming back“