I never write reviews but the food and service was beyond what I expected. Despite it being empty when I arrived, the attention was very attuned. I asked for level 7 and was warned about spice level. Things like that are truly based on preference and management so I was ready and, thankfully, it was exactly what I wanted and can't wait to try hotter. The serving size was more than what I could do by myself but, again, you're not me and I am not you. I still took the leftovers happily. As a kind gesture, I was offered a dessert! Please do not expect this because this is still a business and you should be mindful. If you want to feel like you're in a rich auntie's house, get phenomenal food that you have to take home and the sweetest service? Please come. My only regret is that I didn't catch my waitress's name. read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

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Sorry.. only took 1 pic as we were all hungry. I bought yellow curry with tofu (I got level 1 as my spice tolerance sucks), massaman curry with chicken (he got level 4, and it was a bit spicy. But it's so good!), Bamboo samplers, and mango sticky rice as a dessert. It was all so good! We got it as a togo order. My family used to come here a lot when they first open. We use to live down the street, now that we move away, we try coming to get our fave food. Service has always been excellent. The place has a good amount of seating inside with a parking lot. There's only 2 handicapped space though and a small step in front of the restaurant. We devoured our food as soon as we got home. Everything is delicious and fresh. Oh, we also got 3 thai teas and that is so delicious. I need a gallon . read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

Ensconced between a karate school and a salon is a fabulous Thai restaurant serving fresh and delicious food. The stuffed chicken wings, curry puffs, and hot basil vegetables (lunch special) sashayed their way onto our table in all their glory, tasting fresh and hot with each bite. The stuffed chicken wing was coated in panko, fried to a crisp without being greasy, and the filling complemented the crispy exterior. The curry puffs were beautifully wrapped and braided, filled with a delicate mixture of vegetables and curry. Lastly, the hot basil vegetables were perfectly cooked. I ordered a level 1 spice, and I could still feel the heat. The lunch special also came with white rice, a salad, a fried dumpling, and an orange. A complimentary dessert was served--gelatin, fruit, coconut milk (I think), and ice. It was a nice way to end a hot, spicy meal on a warm July day. Portions were generous, prices were reasonable, and the service was attentive and quick. Our water glasses were refilled without asking, and the bill was brought promptly. An excellent Thai restaurant in La Mesa where hospitality, delicious food, and humility meet. read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Curry Puff - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

This is a great little local Thai spot. This dining area is pretty small, but it's usually quick to get a table. The food here is delicious with great flavors. The staff is always friendly even on busy holidays. They even give you complimentary Tapioca Coconut Milk for dessert. I brought some of my friends here, and now they are bringing other friends here as well. I highly recommend Bamboo Fresh Thai. read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Tom Kha - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

Wonderful vegan food we ordered the mango curry and basil fried rice it came out very quickly the service was great they refilled our waters a lot and were very kind. They offered us dessert on the house but it had half and half in it which isn't vegan so we couldn't eat that but it's okay. The food itself was incredible. read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Basil Fried Rice - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

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We called in our order and was greeted with a pleasant and courteous employee. When I arrived I noticed a clean environment and ample space. The food was eye appealing and the flavor was amazing. So glad I tried this place and will be going back. read more

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This was my first time visiting, recommended my my nail artist & was immediately greeted & seated by a super friendly & efficient waiter. The table was linen decorated & had fresh flowers. I tried their lunch special - the soup was so good as was the dressing on their salad. The entree was delicious. The only bummer was the parking lot for all these restaurants in this shopping center is kinda limited. I felt lucky to get mine. read more

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Written by an 11 year old. This is the best place in the world everyone should try this place The spice level is so good. read more

This is our favorite local Thai spot!! We get takeout here all the time - our favorites are the chicken pad Thai and the cashew chicken, we typically also order a side of steamed broccoli as well to round things out and everything is always cooked perfectly and packaged nicely. If you sit in to eat they'll often offer a free sweet dessert at the end which is nice. They also have a great lunch special on weekday afternoons where you can order a variety of dishes (pad Thai, Panama curries, also cashew chicken and more) and it'll come with soup and salad at a discount. The staff here are SO friendly too!! Highly recommend :) read more

It's a small restaurant, they have a few tables. As I walked in the server greeted me and seated me and three others at a table. They took our drink orders promptly. The food was all really delicious. We started out with fried calamari as our appetizer, it was the perfect crisp, the sauce compliments it really well. Pad Thai was so flavorful. The Curry Catfish was amazing with white rice. I'm not a fried rice fan but their Crab Fried Rice converted me. I was very pleased with all the food choice. A small shop that packs a lot of tasty Thai food options. I highly recommend this place. Great food and great service. read more

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This was my first time trying Thai food as I've always been hesitant since I have a nut allergy, but my friend brought me here after trying it herself ensuring they were very allergy friendly. Before we ordered we let them know our tables' nut allergies and they ensured everything we ordered would be nut free. Server was really nice and had good recommendations. We did family style which was perfect to try multiple dishes. We got the sweet and sour shrimp, yellow curry, red curry, kapow kai krog, and the pad see-iw noodles. Everything was absolutely delicious BUT my favorites have to be the pad see-iw noodles and the kapow kai krog. The flavors of both dishes were immaculate. Even better was after our meal, they gave us each a bowl of dessert. Coconut milk with tapioca balls and some fruit. Delicious way to end a great meal! I will be coming back to try more thai dishes! I am so happy this place exists! read more

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The pad Thai here is delicious with subtle flavors and packed with chicken. The servers were attentive. The restaurant portrayed a family friendly ambiance. I'll definitely dine here again! read more

Tried this new quaint spot. I ordered: -Papaya Salad level 6 (perfect amount of heat. Big portion and very refreshing. It wasn't smash like it should typically be; sauce was just drenched over the papaya slivers but it was good. I really enjoyed the flavor, kind of reminded me more of pickled veggies. Next time, I will ask for it with fermented fish paste for more traditional flavor I like) -Spicy Noodles with Tofu level 6 (delicous! hit the spot and also a big portion. One of the best I have had in a while). My cousin ordered a beef curry dish level 5 which was also good (not sure type but I'd give that particular one 3.5/5). We were also given a small cup of tapioca balls in coconut milk with cantaloupe balls for dessert. It was a perfect ending and size. Service was great around dinner time. One other table was there when we arrived but it quickly filled up. Plenty of parking. I will come back to try other dishes, they seem to have options I have not seen at other Thai restaurants. read more

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Super cute place. Very simple decor always great service. And the food is amazing. However, the spice is for real. I went from ordering seven to a three. Highly recommend the spicy noodles and the curry puffs. read more

What a find! Finally made it in to try this place out and omg. It was SO DELICIOUS!! We got pad Thai, yellow curry, and the spicy eggplant. It was all so tasty, but the eggplant was the star in my eyes. SO flavorful. Spicier than the average Thai place in this area, but even at a 10 it wasn't too spicy for us. Really good spice and flavor balance. Super welcoming and generous service as well. We will definitely be back! So glad this place is close to home! read more

the best Thai food spot! workers are INCREDIBLY nice. service is amazing !! and they are TRULY ambitious about what they do. I have been coming here for years! it never fails me I LOVE YOU !! 10/10 read more

DO NOT GO HERE!!!!!! Because it's all mine mine mine mine!!! I finally found my hole in the wall Thai Restaurant key work "MY" where do I begin everyone who works here is so sweet the made me feel right at home, it's like we knew each other for years and I just came home! You know a place is good when ever dish you pick is above what you had expected, i mean I'm good but it that good. We started with the "Summer Shrimp " appetizer which was so simple so light and suuuuuper hummy! This dish is cool looking worth the photos and videos for any social media.The stand out is there sweet and sour sauce it's so flavorful and not overly sweet at all.I could have eaten these all day! For the main course we ordered the Khao-Soi (Noodle Curry), Hawaiian fried rice, and spicy noodles!!! No complaints at all I mean every single thing we had not only looked good it tasted amazing I love when I can get new flavors that I've ever tasted! But let me highlight the Khao-Soi noodle curry it was really something special with a flavor I had never had before sweet and savory just full of flavor when I asked they said it's a mix of the yellow curry and Massaman Curry the and the noodles they chose to use stayed firm and never go soggy! But the bonus is when you take Hawaiian rice and put it in the curry sauce!!! My brain exploded. I almost forgot we had this mango sticky rice that was green..... and I couldn't stop eating it! Best of all this restaurant is right in my backyard it could be in more perfect We Love Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine!!!!! read more

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So goood. Very flavorful and it's nice and clean. Everyone is very friendly. BE WARNED. Their spice levels are extra hot so I would go down two spice levels. They are no joke. read more

This is the perfect Thai restaurant for those who are new to Thai cuisine. The spice levels aren't hot at all for those who can handle heat. We ordered the Tom Ka count soup, pad see ew with chicken, drunken noodles, papaya salad and Tom Yum. There are better versions of the papaya salad out there. Mine just wasn't spicy and that was a big miss. It had a great texture and a nice balance of salty, sour and sweet. Tom Ka was great, it was on the sweeter side. My kids enjoyed the soups and noodles. Tom Yum needed more lemon grass. I've had Thai all over San Diego and this establishment falls in the middle but towards the lower end. If you're just starting out in your foodie journey then try this place for Thai. read more

Food was good! Got the yellow Curry and the Spicy noodle (level 2) and took the leftovers home and were even delicious then. Also got the Thai tea with boba which was fresh! Got some tapioca dessert on the house too which was a sweet gesture. Friendly service and good food! Lots of folks stopped by to do pick up but that did not disrupt the quick service. Place was clean and decorated cute! read more

Such a hidden gem!! Their food is amazing ! From pad thai , to Kao soy, you can't go wrong with any of their items off their vast menu. My favorite here is their spicy noodles with shrimp and tofu. To end the meal, you get this complimentary dessert which consists of cantaloupes and some sort of tapioca balls. One of the best Thai food in town and so conveniently located read more

My husband and I always come for the curry and fresh tofu rolls. We've tried the Massaman, green and Panang curry. My husband can't really handle spice and he gets spicy level three. I like spicy but I don't like it to overpower my plate so I get about a five or six. The service can take a while when they're busy so I recommend calling about 30 minutes before. The restaurant is casual, but we normally just do takeout here. read more

Green curry + roach I hate to do this I really loved this place. Ordered here many times. There's a roach dead at the bottom of my curry. Needless to say this is a problem. Very unfortunate. Hate for anyone else to have to experience this.... read more

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It's our first time visiting here. One of the Thai food place in La Mesa. It looks family own and has been around for a while. We sat down quickly and the service was good. We started the meal with Thai ice tea which is served in a fancy tall glass. I always order pad see Ew when I visit a new Thai restaurant. Their Pad See Ew was good. Better than some of Thai places. It's standard as you can expect. We had another dish, the Stir fried squid with shrimp. It is slightly spicy. Good flavor but slightly salty. We wanted all squid but ended up with mostly shrimp and some squid. This is your typical Thai place as you know it. read more

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Rude service. The guy at the front desk was nasty to me. There is also a concern about hygiene . The door to kitchen was slightly open and I saw that they had a crate of raw chicken lying on the floor without any covering and the staff were walking in and out. read more

I wanted to add that we come back often for the Fried Rice! They put a lot of different veggies in it, but we ask for only carrots and peas.

There was a parking lot so don't worry about parking! We spent about 60$ for the two of us but you can get really full with 10-20$ per person! This was our first visit but I'm telling you it is a really great place!! The whole atmosphere in the restaurant was great! The cute decorations and music were really relaxing! The staff is so friendly and they kept checking on us and brought us water frequently. The bamboo basket is really good! It was really crunchy, fresh and tasty, the two sauces that came with it were perfect to go with, I especially love that there were two little spoons by the sauce so you won't get everywhere messy. We had the spicy level 4 green curry and it was really spicy for us but so goood! It's really flavorful and you can taste the creamy coconut in it! I had a medium rare Tiger Cry Steak but it was too well done and too dry for me, but besides that the vegetables that came with it were fresh and well cooked, the mint sauce was really good too! We loved our dessert!!! The mango sticky rice is a little different than any other mango sticky rice I've had before, it's a little salty and a little sweet, it's a good balance and you gotta try it yourself!! read more

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Great service and Good food. I really like this place and have been going for some time. PROS: The service is always welcoming and the staff is friendly. I recommend their Lunch special! I ordered the spicy noodle special. Big portion and it comes with soup (not pictured), half moon, salad and a slice of Orange. I also got the summer shrimp as an appetizer. CONS: The reason I am not giving it 5 stars is because the food is not consistent. Not saying it's bad because it's not. It's little things that may bother some. The spice level is not always the same. Their spice level is 3-10. I used to get 7 then it got super spicy.. so I went down to 6 but it was the same. Tried level 5 and it was barely spicy. The appetizers portions are also not consistent. The summer shrimp had more crunchy noodles than the shrimp. It looks big but not much unless you just like to eat the crunchy noodles by itself. read more

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We've been eating here for years. Whenever my parents come to visit this is always the place they want to go the most. Food is fresh and delicious and we always order a large variety. Hands down the best pad see ew and basil beef. They also have the lightest fried orange chicken that's so flavorful - it's a different texture than most places and we love it! My mom is obsessed with the eggplant, she always orders pork with it and we rotate in other items as our cravings change! Not sure if they still serve the yummy dessert complimentary if you dine in because we've ordered in for so long but that was always a highlight! read more

The pad see-ew noodles were Felipe's! Service was great and the vibe here was low key and intimate! read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Pad See-Iw Noodles - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

This place was amazing! The interior was very modern. Our drinks arrived earlier than expected, and our food tasted great! My favorite part was dessert. They served mango rice, which tasted great! read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Tomyam soup - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

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Best Thai food in San Diego! Great value, everything is always hot & fresh (they put soo many fresh veggies in their food!) and provide excellent service. The yellow curry and pad thai are great, and the tom yum soup is beyond words. Lunch special is the best, as you get an entree (as well as rice with the curry dishes and others), a salad, crispy wonton and a cup of their delicious tom yum soup. Highly recommend! read more

This was the worst experience from a restaurant I've had the food wasn't really work it and on top of that the lady overcharged me and said she "made a mistake" when in fact she didn't and they charged me 2 more dollars which was super strange and when I can back to let them know it said I " tipped" which in fact it didn't the lady told me I was wrong when I knew she was lying. They also have fresh calamari but other then that not worth it also for Thai I know I could have been served way better read more

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Good customer service and great food. The lunch special is fairly priced and is a large portion. I'll be back if I'm in the area! read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Yellow curry lunch special - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

Very good food. Friendly service. Everything made fresh to order. We are very happy to have discovered this place. read more

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My cousin & I came for lunch & it was a big disappointment from customer services to food. Seem like they're short staff. When we first sat down he took a while to come get our order. We ordered thum yum seafood pot with extra mushrooms. We literally had 2 shrimps, 2 squids, 2 lil pieces of fish. Waiter didn't come back to ck on us if we needed more water, napkins or see if we're choking on our food ect. On the positive part we did get our extra mushrooms. Restaurant was pretty clean & sanitize. read more

Bamboo Fresh Thai Cuisine - Seafood thum yumm but missing the seafood - Thai Near Me - La Mesa, California

Do not come here!!! Bad service... I came here last week to eat lunch with my coworkers. We paid and walked out the restaurant when this young male server comes tracking me down, pats my shoulder and asks me "did you not like my service? Why didn't you tip me?!" I didn't even know what to say, but he continues on to tell me "if you don't want to tip then you have to order take out but if you dine in that means you want the service and must tip". I was shocked and embarrassed I had no words. I can't believe he had the nerve to track me down after I had already walked out the restaurant. The food was mid and his service was not great. He had no enthusiasm or energy when serving my table and only checked on us once. Never coming here again. read more

I'm highly disappointed because my last experience here was on Thurs, 7/24. I've eaten here twice and had a great experience but this evening has now turned me complete off. I brought a friend to dine here and we put our orders in and I asked for a small side of Yellow curry sauce to pour on my yellow curry rice I had just ordered. Minutes later I'm told that it was going to cost me $7 for the sauce. The last two times I was there, I was charged $3 for the sauce. That didn't sit well either me. I then told them that we no longer want to dine there and we left. The lady proceeded to talk loud explaining why. A bottle of yellow curry sauce at Trader Joe's isn't $7. No Thanks, I'm over it and over them. read more

This place is so good every time! My go to is pad Thai with pork and panang curry with chicken.

Ordered the yellow chicken curry and chicken pad Thai and let me tell you that was the most amazing Thai food I've had in a while. The portions are a good size and they taste delicious. We came in on a Wednesday night and it was popping! It was so busy! I Can see why with such delicious food. It can get a little loud as the space isn't very big and it's loud but overall worth the wait. We ordered a level zero spicy but some spice on the side and the spice was spicy!! They don't mess around! Overall it was overall one of the best I've had! read more