Adding pics from my dining experience--loved seeing my old review again! Chois is a great place read more

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Delicious elevated Korean/asian fusion restaurant! We ordered the pork belly bossam, galbi bowl, and shiitake fettuccine. Everything was really yummy. The shiitake fettuccine was a little too spicy for my personal liking, but my favorite dish was probably the pork belly bossam. We also ordered 3 drinks, and they were surprisingly very strong, but didn't taste strong (dangerous for us haha). When we finished our drinks we were actually a little tipsy, and I'm not really a lightweight, so we felt like we definitely got our moneys worth. With that being said, Choi's is on the pricier side but we knew that going in. The interior design, cleanliness, and atmosphere of the restaurant definitely reflected the prices well and I would recommend to anybody visiting San Diego. read more

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Have been to Choi's twice in the last month and each visit was quite memorable. The drinks, the food, and service were all top notch. Had the pleasure of trying their Tomahawk and holy moly, it was delicious. Will definitely order that again. Also the fried chicken is AMAZING. They have $1 oysters on their happy hour menu, they were fantastic! read more

came in for the happy hour $1 oyster deal! it was right after a padres game and it wasn't that busy. everyone seemed like they were there for the same thing since it quieted down after 6pm. we got two dozen oysters and they were pretty good! also got the martini drink that had melon liquor in it and it didn't taste anything like melon, just a martini. I will say our server wasn't the most attentive and when the first dozen came they only gave us 10/12 and forgot to give us the 3rd sauce. I had to go to the bar to get their attention even though it wasn't busy. despite that I liked the look and mood of the restaurant overall. read more

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Nothing bad about the restaurant! The food was good and had decent portions, but obviously you're paying for the experience and elevated Korean food. I would say it's kind of like Din Tai Fung where you can easily find most of the dishes at a small family owned restaurant or a hole in the wall. It's just fancier and feels more special. Interior was nice and open and the service was good. My friend and I ordered the Pork Belly Bossam and Galbi Hot Stone Bowl. The banchan for the kimchi was really yummy and the pork belly wasn't overly salted. The galbi rice bowl surprisingly came with a good amount of protein and had a good kick of spice. We were both pretty satisfied after sharing. We also ordered the Aewol Costal Road and Busan Diego cocktails which were nice and sweet- not overly strong in alcohol. It was nice to try Choi's but I think I would only come back for a very special occasion. read more

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I stopped by Choi's during a work trip. It's right across the street from the ballpark and the pedestrian bridge. The restaurant was pretty empty a little after 5pm on a Wednesday but started filling up quickly. Service was great! I was greeted with a welcome drink which was tasty. I ordered the raspberry soda, sesame bean sprouts, and pork bossam. The raspberry soda was super refreshing. The sesame bean sprouts were incredibly salty. Lastly, the pork bossam was great! The pork was tender and the kimchis were so good. It came with traditional cabbage kimchi, green onion, and my favorite was the baby bok choy kimchi. Good restaurant and a beautiful interior. On the pricier side but I enjoyed my meal! read more

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Made a reservation for Father's Day and must I say, this place is truly a gem. Did not disappoint. They have their own dedicated parking which made the parking experience hassle free. The first two hours are complimentary! Upon arrival, you're invited to a vibrant atmosphere with accommodating and friendly service. Food was delectable and I kept getting more satisfied after every bite. Simple, but executed very well! They change their menu a little bit every month, so I'll be sure to be back to try more things. read more

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Wow, this is one of the restaurants that really has it all!!! We were here to celebrate my sister winning a prestigious undergrad research award at UCSD. They took care of us from start to finish. Beautiful decor, tasty food, and service that actually exemplifies why the concept of tipping is even a thing!!! Could not find a fault with any of the food whatsoever, executed to perfection. They also comped a dessert for us as it was a special occasion and offered to take some Polaroids for us to commemorate as well! This one is a must try in San Diego! read more

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For those who want straight to the point: 5/5 would HIGHLY recommend. For those who want a more thorough review: I had an amazing first time experience here. The staff are super friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Also special shoutout to my waiter who asked the chef to make bulgogi fries, which were not on the menu. I saw that they had them during happy hour on days the Padres play so I wanted to try them out. Super delicious! If it was an actual entree and not an appetizer, I would not be mad at it at all! I would probably get these every time I visit. The bao bun was tasty as well! If you love bao buns, I would recommend it. The espresso martinis were delicious as well. Top 5 I've ever tried. I forgot the name of it but I had had the chicken entree and it was really good as well. I'm so happy I live upstairs because I will be coming here often! Thank you to the staff of Choi's for making our experience amazing. read more

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We took a romantic getaway to celebrate our upcoming 30th anniversary in San Diego...and I thought this modern fusion Korean restaurant looked like a good place to start! As anticipated, the place was posh...and quite spacious, including their lofty bar area. I was grateful to see that they greeted us with this celebratory bubbly drinks for starters. Nice! In addition, we ordered beer and cocktails. I can't remember the name, but mine had a sweet chocolate taste. We started by sharing these Bulgogi Bao Tacos...then my husband had this Korean Chicken dish, and I had their Galbi Stone Bowl. All were really good...but I was most impressed with the amazing Bao Tacos. I wished I ordered 2-3 of those! For desserts, we shared this Hotteok with Ice Cream and this other fruity brulee-type dish. We agreed that Hotteok was the winner of the two. Delish! Also, I was impressed and grateful how the Owner or Manager offered complimentary drinks AND desserts due to a minor reservation mix-up. Thank you!! read more

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One of my favorite date spots :-) Amazing food & service! Bartender Ryle was very nice. We had a great time. read more

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Nested in downtown San Diego, next to the Petco Park, Choi's is a vibrant and modern establishment. From the moment one steps inside, the atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between contemporary chic and cozy comfort, with dim lighting and a buzz of lively conversation. The round tables are especially suitable for large parties to converse and/or share food. Dishes are artfully presented and delicious that excite the taste buds. The standout dishes are: Bulgogi Birria Mulita (Padre's home game day only), Choi's "Crispy" Chicken, and Grandma's Pork Belly Bossam. Service was attentive and friendly. A day before, Adam sent helpful parking information; which we greatly appreciated. Our server offered recommendations when asked and was not pushy to sell extra items. Overall: excellent dining experience and will visit again to try out more dishes. read more

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Amazing!! Everything from the atmosphere, service, and food. Even the restroom is beautiful, so dining here was an experience. I can't wait to come here again, but I'll have to wait for a special occasion since the food is pricier. I recommend eating family style to try a variety of different dishes/plates. The portions are very light. The charred gochujang octopus was some of the best octopus I've had in my life. The pork belly bossam was delicious and tangy from the sauce and kimchi. Personally I wouldn't recommend the prawn kushiyaki though. It was good and the sauce was unique and spicy, however it was hard to justify paying $6 per cold prawn (2 prawns for $12). Tables are pretty spaced out. The interior is spacious and roomy. I came in a big group of 10 people, but the table was very long and very wide it was hard to converse even with people directly across the table. read more

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We got lucky and found parking on the street in front of F45. They have a structure that you could also park at. The ambiance was nice and leading up to the date, they contacted me to ask for the name of my guest. When we arrived, there was a beautiful welcome card on the table. We also received a welcome drink. To be honest, you're paying for the upscale ambiance and service. I didn't find the food to be worth the price. Had tummy remorse afterwards when we could have supported a Korean mom and pop shop for authentic dining. We ordered: Sesame bean sprouts ($4) Cucumber kimchi ($4) Spicy tuna crispy rice ($14) Charred gochujang octopus ($22) Pork belly bossam ($32) Galbi hot stone bowl ($32) Drinks: Yuzu kochi road ($18) Choi's ($16) I'm also sensitive to a lot of msg and salt. I found the food to be overly salty for my palette which gives me an allergic reaction at night of dry mouth. The menu changes often and this was back in January 2025. Some Items we wanted were no longer on this menu. Perhaps if we didn't go with not so traditional dishes, I would feel differently. read more

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Chois was delicious. Customer service was on point. Started off with the sesame bean sprouts, kimchi cucumber and the eggplant. Everything was so good! The eggplant has honey in it so it was the perfect amount of savory with an umami flavor. The pork belly bossam was so fresh and delicious as well. Loved all the fresh herbs on the side. Octopus was perfectly grilled, not too chewy and it was served with a spicy sauce. The A1 Beef Wellington was ok. It felt that it was a little sweet and not as crispy as I thought it would be. Loved the dessert because it was something different. It was a flat bread served with vanilla ice cream and different berries. Chef Choi also came out to give us a birthday seaweed soup and we got to meet him which made the night great. Loved this place and I can't wait to come back to try something else on the menu. read more

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everything was great about choi's, from the food to the service and the dining experience! my friends and i came here on a halloween evening after a work conference, and it was a really good way to spend time together. we got to try out their october 2025 menu since they switch it up every so often! we decided to try a lot of foods because everything sounded so good: - saewoojang crudo: i really enjoyed how the shrimp paired with the orange and the chive/chili oil sauce! it was a light and refreshing appetizer - scallops on the half shell: these were so good and paired well with the yuzu sauce! the scallops had a little bit of a salty brine too but it wasnt fishy at all - choi's crispy chicken: i think about this korean fried chicken dipped in the yuzu avocado sauce a lot actually because it was so good !! i was curious on how the flavors would mesh, and i would say that the yuzu avocado helps to balance out the sweetness of the chicken - ahi tuna tataki: this was such a pretty dish, and it tasted good too! each tuna piece was a good size, and it went well with the sauce and veggies that it came with. i even dipped it in the yuzu avocado sauce and it was yummy like that too - grandma's pork belly bossam: this was honestly my least favorite dish, and all of my friends had the same opinion. the meat wasn't very flavorful, while the salt/ssamjang mix was more just salt and didnt compliment the wrap well. it was good pork belly, but nothing special - galbi tomahawk: the $200 price was scary, but im glad that it was so good to match the price! this was a reservation only item, but they managed to have an extra one for us to try. it took around 40 mins to cook, and when the waiters brought it out, they torched the rosemary at the table so that was fun! it came with bone marrow butter mashed potato (crazy but yummy concept). the meat slices were HUGE, and they were so flavorful and soft. definitely worth it if it's in your budget! the restaurant was also so kind in giving us desserts on the house since we were celebrating 2 birthdays! - bokbunja tiramisu: SO good !! it was like an elevated tiramisu for me. not very heavy coffee flavored tho if you like your tiramisu like that - hotteok and vanilla ice cream: this was a unique hotteok, as it was a lot crispier than typical hotteok, having almost a churro like crunch. it paired really well with the ice cream and berries, and i couldnt stop eating it i'll end this super long review by throwing in a shoutout to our waiter dylan, who was super nice and friendly! he made a lot of fun jokes and comments which made the dinner even more fun and personable. read more

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Choi's is one of the more unique spots I've tried downtown. It's Korean-American fusion and they do things a little differently -- no traditional liquor cocktails here. Instead, they focus on Soju-based drinks, which honestly works. I ordered the "Da Nang Skies," a light, sweet lemon Soju cocktail that was exactly my style. Super easy to drink. I also tried their Old Fashioned, which leaned sweeter than traditional, but for me that made it even better. For food, we started with the charred gochujang octopus. Great flavor, slightly smaller portion than expected, but still enjoyable. The standout for me was the Doenjang Risotto Gone Wild -- the oyster mushrooms were absolutely delicious and added a great depth to the dish. We wrapped up with Korean pancakes and ice cream, which was a perfect sweet finish. The vibe is cool and modern without being pretentious. Service was extraordinary. The staff was attentive and even gave us a Soju tasting at the bar. I believe the bartender's name was RJ and another team member might have been Ryle -- either way, they took great care of us. Overall: creative concept, strong drinks, flavorful food, and great hospitality. I'd definitely come back. read more

Choi's is hands-down, my new favorite happy hour in downtown San Diego. Their oysters are absolutely amazing with three different options and the duck liver moose is a must try menu item if you are someone who loves foie gras. It's just more of an airy take on it. The service is impeccable and it's right by Petco Park, which is a great place to have a pregame before watching the Padres! read more

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Great experience overall. Friendly and attentive staff from hostess to servers with special shout out to Joyce. Subdued vibe with clean aesthetic. Very satisfied with the food. Gochujang octopus is a must and the bao tacos were tasty but a bit overcooked. For the main course, we ordered crispy chicken, pork belly and Ahi tuna tataki. Definitely will try the tomahawk next time. Margaritas and wine were on point. Well done, Chef Choi! read more

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Amazing flavor combos! The food came out warm and not hot, like it had been sitting for a bit before service. The tomahawk steak was delicious but again, warm not hot. Certainly expect at that price for it to come out hot. Also, the potatoes that came on the side were incredibly salty. Personal preference I guess but most at our table found them to be too salty to eat. Lobster dish had a fishy flavor to it. Not sure how fresh the lobster was. If the steak was hot and the lobster was fresh, then I'd give it 5 stars. Flavors were there, just missing some execution. Service was fantastic and the drinks were amazing! The lychee cocktail was our favorite of the evening. read more

I chose Choi's to celebrate a work milestone on Tuesday of last week because it's relatively close to my apartment and it seemed appropriate for the occasion. It's the kind of place I wouldn't visit casually just to get a Korean food fix, but I also wouldn't necessarily celebrate a major birthday or anniversary here. I did mark "special occasion" on the reservation, and several people from the restaurant reached out to confirm the reservation and ask what we were celebrating. When we were seated at our table, there was a "congratulations" card with a little flower on it that I thought was a cute touch. I did love the decor and the color scheme of gold and blue. The overall experience was a good one and definitely different than any other Korean restaurant I've ever been to. The best part of our experience by far was our server, Dylan, as he was very attentive and wanted to provide us with a memorable experience. We were surprised to learn he is a new server, as he seemed to always know when we needed something. Very personable, too. As for the food, there were some standouts, but I didn't enjoy everything. My favorites due to flavor were the bossam, octopus, and fried oyster mushrooms. This was actually the first bossam I've ordered for myself, so I don't have much to compare it to, but it seemed to be cooked well and I liked the accompaniments. The only thing different from what I've seen elsewhere is the amount of meat that it came with, which seemed to be less here (for a higher price). The octopus item was great in flavor, texture, and presentation. The sauce was a good consistency, and we liked the inclusion of the greens and fried onions to spice the dish up a bit. The octopus itself wasn't chewy like it sometimes can be if not prepared appropriately. Although the sauce was a similar color to the one included with the mushrooms, we were glad that the two had different flavor profiles. The fried oyster mushrooms were perfectly fried and we enjoyed the flavor of the mushrooms themselves, the breading, and the included sauce. However, the consistency of the sauce was almost more like a paste, which we didn't love. Despite their perfect consistency, they also weren't hot, and my partner even made a comment that he didn't feel that the food was coming out super fresh. Now for some areas of improvement: *Overall, I felt many of the items, including the welcome drink and my first cocktail, were not balanced and too acidic. Although everything looked very pretty, there is some room for flavor improvement here. The tuna crispy rice was one of the items I was most excited for, but it was quite bland beyond the taste of lemon. *The banchan, which include four options for $4 each, comes in larger servings than I've seen elsewhere. It does make sense if you're planning to snack on these over the course of the meal, as they don't refill these without an additional charge. Of the banchan, I liked the bean sprouts and the cucumber kimchi, but not the bok choy kimchi or the balsamic salad. I like kimchi and I like bok choy, but I didn't like how much of this item was like marinated stalks. I don't like super crispy greens, especially in kimchi, and I wasn't sure if that meant they weren't marinated long enough or what. The balsamic salad was also very under-dressed in our opinion, and therefore too crunchy, so much so that we just decided not to finish it. We weren't expecting Dylan to take this off our bill but appreciated it when he said he would. All that being said, I would still recommend this place for special occasions, and especially if they make improvements to some of their items. I would definitely look forward to coming back here if invited. read more

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It was my friend's birthday and we were looking for a nice restaurant in SD to celebrate. We had a reservation at a speakeasy later on in the night, but didn't know where to go for dinner. Decided to check out Choi's because of the beautiful interior and their interesting Korean-inspired dishes! For a last minute decision and for a Saturday's night, it was surprisingly easy to get a reservation through Yelp! Since we made the reservation, there was a cute card with our name written in cursive on our table when we arrived (I didn't take picture, but my friend has it and loved because it made her felt special for her bday!). The interior of the restaurant was so beautiful and our server was so friendly! They even surprised my friend with a free dessert and a rose at the end of our dinner! What we ordered: Bao Taco ($10/1 piece) - it was a good appetizer! The kimchi paired really well with the bulgogi! Choi's Crispy Chicken ($26) - classic Korean fried chicken with your gochujang sauce! The chicken was crispy and tender. Gochujang can sometimes be too overpower, but this was just right and not too spicy. My favorite component would be the yuzu avocado sauce! It was sweet and tangy, which work really well with the chicken! Ahi Tuna Tataki ($36) - the tuna was so fresh! It went well with the kimchi buttermilk sauce. For this dish, my favorite would be the charred bok choy, as it enhanced the flavor of the tuna to another level! Aewol Coastal Road Cocktail ($18) - this cocktail was amazing! It was refreshing, yet took me by surprise! I thought it was about to have a strong alcohol after taste, but then turn around and leave you with a light refreshing mandarin note instead! Overall, Choi's is a perfect dinner spot for special occasions! I personally think the price isn't too bad for the high quality food and the amazing service. I def would come back to try more of their specialty cocktails! read more

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Choi's is a good vibe for a cute girl's night out or date night. I think the food itself is ok. The fried chicken was probably one of my favorites, and my drink was good. Service was good and I liked that they provided purse hooks! I don't think the bibimbap was worth it, maybe try another of their main dishes! Parking in the structure is validated by the restaurant. read more

We are out-of-towners who were looking for a late night dinner. We accidentally happened upon Choi's and were pleasantly surprised! We were one of the last ones there and our server recommend the Wangu beef. It was delicious. The drinks were great as were the appetizers! They had the drinks on shelves which added to the ambiance. Will definitely come back next time we're in town! read more

The great service from "Choi's" begins the second you book your reservation. They msg me and got my babe & my mother's name ...You get there and they greet you by name with this welcome card and beautiful mission statement. I was so excited to take my Mom there. We went at 4pm for happy hour. Happy hour items: We got 2 dozen Baja oysters that were so fresh and perfectly briny. I had a house white wine and my mom had the "Suika Spritz". Both refreshing! Non- happy hour items: I had the "Bangkok margarita" it was delicious, but my opinion is that .. with the description of Thai chili & fire tincture.. I would love this to be a spicy margarita! On to the delicious food: I recommend it alll! Every bite was so good: oysters, yellowtail crudo, the shrimp crudo was so unique and delicious! If they added some mint it would have been even better! The short rib was the best I've ever had and omggggg the wasabi mash potatoes it came with?! Chefs kisses!!! The Risotto was so delish but I prefer the rice to be a lil bit softer. Nonetheless very amazing risotto and I love the mushrooms. The Gochuchang Octopus was sooo perfectly cooked and I love the sauce and garnish it came with !!! We ended with the tiramisu and it was elegant and delicious . I had researched this spot and heard there was a "secret menu" , I did not get to see it because I forgot to ask! Maybe next time! My server Emily? Is her name was so sweet and great. Biggest shout out to Dillon! Ty for connecting with my mom and I my fellow Laotian brother! We appreciated you so much that we lingered to make sure to say bye and thank you. Shout out to the GM Adam for the welcome card and Jiwoo for sharing the story of how "Choi's" came to be. I also saw your guys' YouTube's and bravo! It is clear that you put quality in every aspect of your work !! From the food, drinks and YouTube. I wish you guys the best !! Cheers! read more

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I absolutely love this place! Probably one of my favorite restaurants to ever go to in Downtown San Diego. There is a parking structure you can park at and they will validate for two hours. I'd recommend making a reservation to be guaranteed a seat and they provide a nice name card that is written by the chef! The inside is really nice and quite intimate as well. It's a great place for a date with your significant other or getting food with friends. It looks like their menu changes quite a bit, but in a good a way since the food and cocktails are really good. I was super impressed with the Korean fusion food where their flavors are all so good. The desserts are really good too where it's not so sweet and matches well with the cocktail. We also got a dessert that was still in works and not on the menu and it was absolutely delicious! For the cocktail, they all tasted really good with infusing some Korean liquor. I'd say the cocktails were my favorite cause it's just that good! The service is pretty good too where when we got seated, no one came for quite some time to give us water, etc. that our server felt so bad he provided the first drinks on the house! They also did checked on us often and refilled our water often too. Overall, I'd definitely recommend this place if you want some good Korean fusion food with some great cocktails! You definitely won't be disappointed! read more

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Our first time at Choi's and we will definitely be back. Parking was easy, convenient and free! Can't beat that. We ordered the scallops and the octopus. The scallops were super fresh and flavorful. The shallots were a nice touch and they were bright with acidity. The octopus was cooked really well. Very tender and the flavors were great. Then we got the pork belly and the tuna. The pork belly was really delicious and the accompanying kimchi's were really amazing. The tuna was also really amazing - very fresh and flavorful. Chris was our server - he was super knowledgeable about the menu and was just amazing. We will definitely be back! read more

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***** **** *** ** * A wonderful dining experience ~ - Warm Hospitality - Unique cocktails - Exceptional appetizers and share plates - Great Happy Hour offerings. - Kind attentive staff* who are clearly aligned with hospitality goals of the chef owner. We had a terrific first experience here, while in San Diego for an Orthopedic Surgeon's conference. Enjoyed it so much, we'll re-visit in a few days with a group. * Shea and Kenny _ read more

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Choi's is a great date spot. Atmosphere is romantic and chill. I like how the tables are spaced out and you can hear each other talk. Food is good. Some dishes were a lil on the salty side but I rather it be salty than bland. Drinks were ok cos the are all soju base. I'm not a fan of soju so take me opinion w a grain of salt. Happy hour has a great selection. Love the oyster special. I would come just for that. There is a parking lot which the restaurant comps 2 hrs. Such a pita to find the entrance but luckily we found street parking right in front. read more

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I was debating between 4 or 5 stars but the service swayed me. Let me start by saying Shay took great care of us! Also, the chef came out of the kitchen and I watched as he went table to table and checked on the customers. You don't see that everyday. I'll start with the drinks- they are soju based. They had great flavor but I did find myself wishing they had tequila/vodka. Cucumber kimchi 4 out of 5 Bao bun 5/5 slightly cooked but the bun was still soft. Best bao bun I've ever had Galbi stone bowl 5/5 best flavored dish Pork blossom 3/5 -this dish was lacking I'll be back read more

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Food 4/5: fried chicken and both mushroom and bulgogi baos were really good. They all melted in my mouth. The chicken was very juicy and baos were fried so it was extremely delicious and creative. Kimchi pancake was not good at all, and for the price of around $50, I felt that it was not worth it. It was the opposite of the traditional korean pancake and I did not enjoy it at all. Bibimbap was average as well as banchans. The shrimp and grits was pretty good as it also had the perfect balance of flavor. Hotteok dessert was good but wish it still had honey, and the gluten free cheese cake was also very delicious! Overall, I can tell this place is Korean fusion but I think it took away too much of the originality to each dish. Service 5/5: Dillon was very attentive to details and gave a Michelin star service. Price is also very affordable as well. Ambiance 3/5: it was more industrial styled restaurant, pretty cool but felt a bit minimal to my taste. read more

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We snagged discounted gift cards to inKind from Costco and Choi's was on the list so we knew we had to try it. You get validated parking for 2 hours while you dine. The vibe is minimalist and contemporary. Service is attentive and friendly. Food was delicious but the stand outs were the Korean chicken wings and galbi sliders from the game day menu. From the regular menu, the galbi hot stone bowl and New York strip were my favorites. The stone bowl had a lot of fresh veggies and good portion of food. The New York strip was so tender I swear it was cooked sous vide. The Choi's crispy chicken was a little too saucy for me. Shiitake fettuccine had a nice subtle umami flavor. For dessert we shared the Hotteok with ice cream which tasted like churros. Overall, we really enjoyed Choi's and would definitely come again especially when they have their game day menu. read more

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My husband and I went to a concert at Petco Park and were looking for a place to eat for dinner. My husband is very allergic to gluten so we had to choose a place carefully. We walked into Choi's and were greeted with nothing but smiling faces and kindness. Choi's has a very classy yet simple feel to it, it's such a great place for a date night! We had the Saewoojang Crudo, Choi's Crispy Chicken, Lingcod and I can't believe it's not cheesecake. Everything was absolutely perfect and so delicious! The Lingcod melts in your mouth, you have to switch from chopsticks to a fork just to get it all! The Crispy Chicken was able to made gluten free which was so nice for my husband as he can't usually have fried chicken. It was so tender, crispy and just the right amount of kick to it, you'd never know it's gluten free! The I can't believe it's not cheesecake was the perfect way to end the meal, It's super light and refreshing! I cannot express how wonderful of an experience we had at Choi's, it made our weekend so special! To anyone looking to try an Asian Fusion restaurant, look no further! You'll want to keep coming back, I know we do! read more

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Came here for my wife's birthday and the birthday card waiting at the table was a really thoughtful touch, and our server was fantastic: upbeat, knowledgeable, and kind. The soju-only bar was a letdown, the bao buns were oddly fried, and the "fusion" tomato salad had nothing asian about it. The fried chicken with avocado mash had potential, but overall felt like orange chicken with an avo mash. The photos online had us expecting sleek and elevated, but in reality it felt like dining in a strip mall with mismatched apartment furniture. Pictures definitely oversold it. Service gets an A+, but the food and atmosphere left us underwhelmed. Not one we'll be returning to. read more

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Found Choi's before a Padres game and it has now become a go-to spot before any game! During weeknight games they offer $1.50 oysters. I recommend coming in for a drink, apps and some oysters before heading into the game! Plus they validate parking for 2 hours. All the food I've ordered from here has been great - I really enjoy their chicken wings. I haven't come for a full meal yet but that is definitely on the to do list. Service is impeccable! read more

All I can say is WOW. The ambience, food, experience, service was all a 5/5. Would give it higher stars if I could. We came in to celebrate our engagement and they made us feel so special! Ambience: The ambiance upon arrival is very modern sleek with elements of Korean history still with some pictures of hanbok and traditional wear on the walls. It's perfect for a cute date night or any sort of celebration as it's slightly more upscale. Parking: There is an adjacent parking structure, which they validate the ticket for you at restaurant so don't forget to bring that. Parking structure feels very safe too given that it is gated. Service: The service here was honestly one of the best services I have ever experienced. Our server was a younger Asian male (maybe Dylan? Can't fully remember name) and he was so attentive - one time while I was just looking around at the ambience he immediately came over and asked me what I needed lol. He constantly made sure our waters were full. We also had a hand written card from the chef on our table when we first arrived, Dylan(?) noticed our table was just ever so slightly wobbly (we didn't even notice at all haha) and he fixed it right away. Food: Our favorite item was the pork bao taco thing- the bao itself was cooked a bit and perfectly crispy while still maintaining the soft bao texture under the crispiness. The tuna crispy rice was delicious, they even threw in two extra free ones for us!! The galbi stone pot was a blast of flavor, with generous amounts of galbi. And lastly, the Korean fried chicken was full of flavor with paired well with a delicious green sauce. At the end, they gave us this delicious hotteok Korean pancake with chocolate inside and vanilla ice cream and holy shi** it was fire!!!!! It tasted sort of like crispy churros but better. 100% recommend this place to anyone visiting San Diego! read more

Choi's - Wine Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Our new favorite spot! The food was incredible (Especially the chicken), the interior is so aesthetic, and Ryle was amazing! He even made us custom drinks off the menu. Easily one of my favorite finds. Highly recommend if you want good vibes, great service, and amazing food! Definitely coming back read more

Choi's - Wine Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We were being good and had Asian food for Lunar New Year. What we ordered at Choi's Kitchen * Hangang Old Fashioned * Fried Oyster Mushrooms * Charred Gochujang Octopus * Choi's Crispy Chicken * Galbi Hot Stone Bowl * Seared Ahi Tuna * Mapo Tofu * Sesame Bean Sprouts * Balsamic Salad * Korean Chili Shrimp The food overall was good. It isn't Korean BBQ all you can eat, they are well-presented plates/bowls of food of good portions and we did family style. The ambiance is nice. Clean, modern, simple with a bar in the middle and table for 6 on the left when you walk in. The walk flow is confusing and we had a few people looking for the bathroom and turning into our nook. Maybe needs better signage? The service was a little glitchy. We got all but 3 dishes and waited 20-25 minutes, waved down our waitress and told her we didn't get the octopus, galbi, or Mapo Tofu dishes. She looks at her handheld device and says, "It looks like it was delivered. Are you sure you didn't get it?" We assured her we didn't and she says we "got bumped", and will get it for us. She did apologize but this turned our dinner to over 2 hours with waiting and not the smoothest experience. I could expect this at a soft opening, but apparently they've been around for 2 years. read more

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My wife and daughter and I drove down from LA for the day to take other daughter and her boyfriend out to dinner. We let the pick the restaurant. They picked Choi's and boy am I glad they did. The restaurant is right across the street from Petco in a space that is both minimalist and warm. No easy feat. Service was excellent. Everyone was genuinely nice and helpful and they seemed happy that we were there. As important, they seemed happy and proud to be there -- and that tells you a lot. The food is exceptional. We started with a couple of orders of cucumber kimchi, which had a fair amount of heat, but did overwhelm the flavor. We also got two orders of the birria mulitas, a shout out to the chef's San Diego roots. As good as everything else was, these little half-taco, half-quesadilla flavor bombs kind of stole the show. Well played, Chef Choi. The boyfriend and I got the ahi tuna tataki. It was perfectly seared, the kimchi buttermilk was outstanding and the charred bok choy was a revelation. The daughters both got smash burgers and raved about them. The wife got the galbi hot stone bowl. I managed to talk her into sharing a few bites and it was delicious. I had a beer and everyone else had a cocktail, which drew raves. For dessert we split the hotteok with vanilla ice cream and the tiramisu. They were both delicious. All in all an exceptional meal and I definitely can't wait to visit again and work my way through the rest of the menu. read more

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Choi's Restaurant is a true hidden gem for modern Korean fusion food. The food is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The portions are generous. The service is warm and attentive. The atmosphere strikes a nice balance--cozy and comfortable, yet modern and clean. read more

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