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AROI Thai

4.6 (758 reviews)
ModerateThai, Noodles
Open 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated over 3 months ago

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Quiet
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Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Koby P.

Tried Aroi recently and overall it was a good experience! We ordered the tom yum, pad thai, and yellow curry. I liked that they let you choose spice levels from 1-10, but I did notice the spice felt a bit inconsistent across dishes. The pad thai was actually the spiciest even though we only chose level 5, so just a heads up if you're sensitive to spice. I think I would've enjoyed it even more at a slightly lower level, so that one's on me. The tom yum soup had great flavor, though it leaned a little sweeter than I personally prefer. The Thai tea was solid, but not very sweet, which made it taste a bit watered down to me. Overall still a good spot, just something to keep in mind with spice levels and sweetness preferences :)

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Tammy D.

If you're in la Jolla craving Thai Food, Aroi it's definitely worth a stop just come hungry because there's a lot to try What we ordered: * Crispy Pork with Basil - 5/5 This was honestly unexpected. I thought the pork belly might be dry, but it was the exact opposite super juicy, flavorful, and easily one of our favorite dishes of the night. The fried egg on top just brought everything together. * Papaya Salad - 3/5 We got it at level 3 spice and the flavor was spot on. Super refreshing and perfect for cutting through the heavier, greasier dishes. * Crying Tiger Salad - 2/5 I've had their crying tiger before and loved it, but this time the steak wasn't very tender. Flavor was still there, but compared to everything else, this one fell short. * Tom Yum Soup (seafood) - 3/5 Good for what it was--reminded me a lot of Vietnamese sweet and sour soup. Solid, but nothing super memorable. * Drunken Noodles (beef) - 5/5 Another favorite of the night. Perfectly cooked, flavorful, and exactly what you want when you're craving drunken noodles. * Thai Boat Noodles (beef) - 2/5 It was alright, but I've definitely had better elsewhere, so this one didn't stand out. * Pad Thai (shrimp) - 4/5 You can't have Thai night without pad thai. This one was good and satisfying, just nothing particularly special. * Mango Sticky Rice - 3/5 Nice way to end the meal, but pretty standard. * Thai Iced Tea - 5/5 SO good. Definitely a must order. Overall: Service was super fast we spent more time deciding what to order than waiting for the food to come out. The space is on the smaller side, so it might be tricky for bigger groups, but the food and efficiency make up for it. If you're in the area, I'd definitely check them out!

Elisa N.

AROI THAI @ LA JOLLA parking is available in their plaza and it's open to anyone visiting the shops there. my friends and i came on a sunday night, and i had actually been to their carlsbad location before, so i was excited to try the la jolla one. when you first walk in, the entrance is a little confusing since the staircase is only on the left side, so you kind of have to go around to find it. once you get upstairs, the restaurant is on your left. inside, it has a really cozy, family-style vibe. we were seated right away and the staff was super friendly. they even offered free thai tea if you leave a google or yelp review, which was a nice touch. for food, i got the pad see ew with combo meat (chicken, beef, and pork), which i loved because i like trying different proteins in one dish. my boyfriend got the pad kee mao (drunken noodles), which has wider noodles, a slightly different sauce, and bell peppers. my friend ordered the crispy pork with basil over rice, and that looked really good too. overall, i'd definitely recommend stopping by if you're in la jolla and craving thai food. it is a bit on the pricier side (around $20 per dish), but the food and ambiance make it worth it.

Panang Curry, (L) Tom Kha Soup
Xueyu Z.

Foods here are phenomenal! We ordered panang curry, it's very tasty and full of flavor. Pineapple fried rice is also very tasty. The best dish is the tom kha soup, tasted very refreshing.

Marie F.

I've been here a few times before but always for take-out. This was our first time dining in and loved it even more! My party of eight was seated immediately and enjoyed our private dining area. We started with iced coffees, Thai teas, and a few appetizers. We have two vegans in our party and they both claimed that they just had the best vegan meal ever. Our meaty dishes were pad prik king, papa's noodles, pumpkin curry, panang curry, crab fried rice, and more. Every dish was delicious and customized to the diner's spice level. Kudos to our waitress who constantly refilled our drinks, delivered dishes in a timely manner, and quickly removed empty dishes. Can't wait to eat here again!

Pad See Ew
Lindsey L.

My friends and I came here after tidepooling in La Jolla and it was honestly pretty good! It wasn't too busy so we were seated immediately. The food came out pretty fast as well. Their pad see ew is slightly sweeter than other places I've been to. I am not a spice lover, so a 3/10 spice level was perfect if you want just a little kick.

Delicious food  highly recommend!

Great find... really good food and service... Ginger tea was awesome We just found on Yelp decided to try it... Very pleased

Drunken Noodles
Christine M.

One of my favorite Thai restaurants. I was in the mood for something different so I got Khao Soi chicken. It's essentially an egg noodle dish in very thick curry. A traditional northern Thai dish and was made popular by tourists who have been to Chiangmai. You typically eat it with fresh veggies and pickled cabbage. The pickled cabbage goes really well with the thick curry. Khao Soi was yummy. Some of the noodle is deep fried and gives different texture when soaked in the curry sauce. I definitely enjoy the dish. My friend ordered chicken drunken noodle and larb. Both dishes were great as usual. It was really hard for us to not overeat but we mustered up all of our self control and packed the leftover food home. They typically make really good stir fried noodle. So if you love Pad See Ew or drunken noodle, really give this place a try. Other dishes are good too but stir fried noodle is really the best.

Vegetable fried rice
Reina A.

The food was delicious. We shared the fried shrimp appetizer and I had the vegetable fried rice and hubby had the shrimp fried rice. The ginger lemonade was really refreshing. We visited on a Sunday evening at about 5pm and there was a steady stream of people coming in and by the time we left there was a full house. The servers were very kind, but it was very busy for two people handling orders for dining in and pick ups. When in La Jolla I will definitely come back.

beef pad thai and pork with chinese broccoli

love the vibe in the restaurant, especially with the lights and cute decor! the pad thai was nice with great umami flavor, and the pork belly was crispy still even in the sauce. staff was quick as well, so good service!

Carmen V.

Rainy day in La Jolla with one of my besties and she invited me to have so hot soup to warm us up. I loved my coconut seafood soup and my friend enjoyed hers so much too. She goes there frequently as she works at a restaurant across the street. Nice small place, calm and fast service.

Kyle S.

Great Thai food with excellent flavors and spicing. The drunken noodles with beef were our favorite dish, while the red curry with chicken was incredible at a perfectly medium spice level. The crispy pork belly with Chinese broccoli was phenomenal, and the tom yum soup rounded everything out nicely. Service was super friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Food came out together and hot, which we appreciated. The ambiance was great with good lighting and it stayed nice and quiet. Loved the music they had playing. It's a small restaurant that stays peaceful since it doesn't get overcrowded. Portions are quite large so the prices are reasonable for what you get. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. Will be coming back to try more dishes!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Yellow Curry
Jennifer W.

They always have seats, and it's never a long wait for your food! Our server is so friendly and nice, my friend and I had a great time chatting with her! It's a very chill restaurant, a great spot to catch up with a friend or to even eat by yourself. I tried the yellow curry. Surprisingly, they have fish sauce in their yellow curry so it's not vegetarian unfortunately. It was still very good and enjoyed the fact that they have a combo (beef, chicken, pork). I highly recommend this place!

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8 months ago

This place was bussin and I got the milkiest Thai tea. I could drink it everyday. Thank you.

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So underrated!! Legit one of favorite Thai restaurants ever Totally recommend the crispy pork with basil!

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8 months ago

One of my favorite places in SD!! Huge menu and always delicious. Highly recommend the drunken noodles.

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10 months ago

Great food and service! Spice levels were on point and we really enjoyed the fried rice. Spice level 7.

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10 months ago

This place has great food and nice services! The environment is also pretty good and clean!

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9 months ago

The have exceptional customer service, food came out quickly, and their Thai tea is so delicious!

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11 months ago

Good ambiance and fast service with friendly people. Lots of options on the menu and looks authentic.

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This place is amazing! Has such good food every time and I highly recommend this Thai spot

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11 months ago

This place has amazing soups and fried rice, laid back ambience, one of the best Thai food in town.

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The crispy pork with basil is yummy! The service is nice too. .

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10 months ago

Best Thai place in La Jolla and in San Diego county! Our go-to spot. Fast, friendly, and super good!

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10 months ago

The service was top notch, very quick and very friendly. I like the atmosphere, the lighting is nice and cozy.

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10 months ago

Great food. Everything I order was delicious I will definitely come back. I will bring my family again

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1 year ago

Delicious and wonderful service! We will definitely be back soon. Food is delicious and Thai tea is wonderful.

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2 years ago

Quality Thai food at a reasonable price. Pad Thai was as expected. Not the best, but would go again.

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11 months ago

I tried Aroi Thai in La Jolla for the first time today and the food was amazing. Everything was served perfectly and tasted very fresh.

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This is our regular go to Thai spot in San Diego! We love their papa noodles and crispy pork with basil. One of the best Thai spots in SD!

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2 years ago

Food was delicious! We had pad Thai and an appetizer. Service was friendly and food came out pretty quick. Loved the quaint little place!

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Good ambience and lots of parking! Good service as well and seated fast. Wide array of Thai options.

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1 year ago

I've been going here for years and its ALWAYS a hit. Peanut sauce is top tier!!! Best spot in La Jolla for sure.

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11 months ago

We had the fresh spring rolls, tom ka soup and yellow curry... all the food was delicious and the service was superb!

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Best Thai food in SD! I love the drunken noodles, and the ambiance in the restaurant is great!

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