Ping Yang Thai, where have you been all my life?! I guess on 8th street! Anytime I'm in San Diego I need to go here. Delicious, quality, authentic food!! Shoutout to the cook, JP, who helped me with some favorite picks. Excellent service! There is plenty of seating for a party of 2, 4, 6, 8. And yes, I do appreciate Ping Yang Thai. So yummy, see you all again soon! read more

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I like the menu at Ping Yang! It's interesting that they have four different gyoza options, and gyoza is not a standard Thai appetizer. When I went here, I was in between the tamarind chicken wings and garlic chicken wings, but I went with garlic because I am a garlic fiend. The wings were very crispy and I liked the crispy garlic. The garlic was more of a topping than the flavor of the wing, so that would be ideal if the wings had more garlic flavor to it also. I was conflicted on if I wanted a rice dish or a noodle dish, so I went with class pad thai. The flavor was there, but it was very oily and I feel like random things were added in. The photo (when ordering off the screen) looked like standard pad thai (noodles, scrambled eggs, green onions, peanuts, bean sprouts) but mine had pieces of broccoli and lettuce. I preferred the chicken wings over the pad Thai. My favorite thing was actually the Thai tea with lychee juice! It had big, fresh pieces of lychee. I wanted to order another one. This was a unique beverage and it was super refreshing! The only other time I had a Thai tea/lychee drink was in NYC. They also have Thai green tea, which is another hit, but I didn't try it. The food came out within 10-15 minutes, which was not too bad. The main issue I had was that I asked for a to-go container and bag for my leftovers. My sister had purchased an extra order of garlic wings for her daughter, then also asked for a to-go bag. The worker said, "I already gave her a bag" (referring to me). It was a tiny bag, which likely would not have fit all of our food! read more

Ping Yang Thai - Garlic chicken wings + Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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So this is the second time I came here I have the chicken Pad Thai before and it sounded good to me again the food's really good here the chicken Pad Thai was a good amount it's $15 plus change but it was very very good flavorful like I said they give you quite a bit so it well worth the price service is good it's inside the 8th Street Marketplace a lot of different vendors in here this is one of the better pad thai I've had definitely will come back. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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My fave Thai food. I visited when they first open at Market on the 8th but kind of stop coming when a lot of the restaurants left so I never went back. When I came back it is more lively. The food is so delicious like I remembered it. I got the high blood pressure fried pork with rice, spam musubi, and sticky rice with coconut ice cream. I share this with my daughter and we both love it. The pork is crispy, crunchy, and garlicky. That's a good combo in my book. The sticky rice with coconut ice cream is a perfect ending to a great meal. The coconut ice cream has chunks of coconut meat. That's my favorite!! The service is excellent!! They are the nicest people The place is a party!! Good food, beers, and good vibe!! I recommend going on a Friday because there's a live DJ. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

41 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950 Customer Service plus. Friendly, helpful, explained the ingredients in each of our selections to make sure were not allergic to anything (we're not). Did I mention she had a cheerful personality? Ordered food, given a device that buzzed when our food was ready. Our food was so fresh, hot off the grill. She provided extra spice and chilies, sauce to increase the heat. Excellent quality. The Tom Kha soup had a slightly different taste than we are use to, but not a bad variation. Wife got the fried rice with shrimp, I got the Pad Thai with chicken. The 3 items were very filling. The open venue with long tables, couches, etc for seating and large rollup windows provided the indoor/outdoor environment. Very enjoyable meal. read more

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Second time ordering Pad Kra Pow because I loved it the first time but this time? Disappointing. Way less meat, way more rice. Like... mostly rice with barely any chicken Totally killed my appetite. Looks like more, but it's just sauce. 3 stars because I still love their Thai tea w/ coconut cream. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

This place is amazing! Customer service is unmatched! The owner helped me customize an order for my toddler and suggested wings. Everything was amazing! We will be back soon an often. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Fried tofu with peanut sauce and tamarind wings (must try!) - Thai Near Me - National City, California

Located inside the 8th Street Market. We received very kind service and they have great options on the menu. We ordered the garlic wings, tamarind wings and drunken noodles. The tamarind wings had an amazing flavor-you can choose your spice level. The garlic wings were crispy and good. The drunken noodles were ok. I will try other dishes on a future visit. The pomegranate iced tea was really good. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Garlic wings and tamarind wings - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Ping Yang Thai is a little spot at Market on 8th. They have a touchpad where you can order if you'd like, but the staff are very friendly and ready to help. After we ordered, she made sure to verify if there were any food allergies, which was very nice. Our food came out after about ten minutes, which was nice. And we found some space to sit in the large communal area. I got the pad Thai with soft tofu. It was good, and was a really good portion size too! I had some leftover that ended up being my dinner later. My husband ordered the fried rice with crispy chicken, and he really liked it. The rice came in a large to go box too, so he was very happy with the portion! We also both got a Thai tea with coconut milk and crystal boba. I will probably try the other milk substitute they have (can't remember which one it is) next time. But overall, it was really nice! Great spot for lunch. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Pad Thai with soft tofu - Thai Near Me - National City, California

I ordered the teriyaki gyoza, papaya salad, and pad see ew. My favorite was the pad see ew. The papaya salad was pretty good I just wished I got it a little spicier but I asked for mild just to be safe. The teriyaki gyoza very flavorful and crispy. Will definitely be coming back again. The food was made to order but it didn't take too long for it to be ready. read more

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This place in in a food court. I have many different dishes . Door dash is available! A hidden gem in the heart of National City on 8th Street and National Cit read more

The Mango Sticky Rice was good the presentation was good . The tamarindo chicken was horrible hard and burnt. The guy at the register had a horrible unacceptable attitude and got an even worse one when I told him the food was hard and Burt when I told him this him and the girl in the back looked at each other and rolled their eyes I don't recommend the place at all horrible service an food is ok if it's not burnt read more

Ping Yang Thai - Food - Thai Near Me - National City, California

I've visited this place couple times and here are the food items I've tried: drunken noodles with pork belly, white rice, gyozas, pad see ew with shirmp, pad thai with shirmp, mango sticky rice and thai tea. Food: Good portions with great flavor! Everything is seasoned well and ingredients taste fresh. I love their fried pork belly and the thai tea a lot! Service: Good Ambiance: great place to hangout and eat with lots of other food vendors and indoor/outside seating. Price: it's a just a little higher than other thai spots visit but definitely worth it. Parking: hard to find parking. I'd definitely recommend this place! read more

Ping Yang Thai - Drunken Noodles with fried pork belly , add 1 fried egg. White steamed rice. - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Ambiance is very eclectic...food was amazing! Service was outstanding! Visiting from Florida and so happy to have come to the Market on 8th...SO many great choices under one local! read more

Ping Yang Thai - Fresh Spring Rolls with Shrimp...VERY fresh and delicious! - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Always hits the spot! Fast, good, hot, spicy, not dry...just perfect! Staff is friendly and the consistency has always been done right. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Tamarind Chicken level 5. - Thai Near Me - National City, California

Service was great but this is the second time I've eaten and here and I was disappointed by the portions. The first time I had the wings and the second time I had the squid legs (basically calamari) this time. Now don't get me wrong, the taste is decent but the portions are a rip-off. The wings aren't meaty and I believe you get 5 wings for $10, same way you get 8 little squid pieces for $10. Definitely not worth the money. read more

I'm a big fan of their chicken wings. They are nice and juicy with the perfect amount of crunch. Not overly done. So good. I've tried both and I still can't figure out which one I like more lol. I wish they had more pieces available to order. read more

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Quick and dirty review, this is a little food vendor inside a National City food hall. The cashier was friendly and all smiles, food was largely portioned and well priced. Food was great, lots of flavor in the panang curry, good thick-ish sauce. The texture of the tofu was firm and chewy (how I like it). I'm open to trying the other vendors in this food hall but I anticipate returning for some thai food down the line. read more

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The first time we ate here was very good so we ate there a second time and all the fried food was burned. It was very greasy and also the papaya salad tasted fermented or something. It was not like the papaya salad in Thailand there were no green beans and the flavor was just off. The burned food was very offputting since multiple dishes were burned and unpalatable, I don't plan to return. read more

Got the Pad Thai and Tamarind crispy chicken. Highly recommend both. Got the level four spice for both and added siracha to my noodles. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Tamarind Crispy Chicken & Pad Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

Stopped into the food hall with the family...they all opted for mexican food and i was trying to be a bit healthier. This was the best option here. my food was super yummy and i have no regrets with my pick!! so glad to have such a cool place in the area. Can't wait to come try the other spots and maybe meet people for a happy hour. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Thai Near Me - National City, California

The business name of this vendor at the Market on 8th food hall is self-explanatory. Starters, individual skewers of meats and vegetables, greens, and house specials were the main menu categories. During my visit, a few items were sold out, specifically the Northern Thai style sausage, the bacon-wrapped enoki mushroom skewer, and the bacon-wrapped asparagus skewer. The house special was a preset combination consisting of a protein served with sticky rice and papaya salad. There were four choices so I picked the BBQ pork set as opposed to the chicken satay, BBQ chicken, or deep fried pork. It took at least 15 minutes before my food was ready inside a cardboard takeout box. The pork was cut into small pieces with a cup of tamarind sauce provided as a dip for the meat. The sticky rice was wrapped in tin foil, and the papaya salad was served on a small tray. I liked the salad the best because the veggies were refreshing and covered with a light dressing that contained lime juice and fish sauce. For the price of $14.50, I thought the food was average in quality and portion size. read more

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I'm trying to patronize every lil eatery in Market on 8th and last night, finally did so with Ping Yang. I had a few questions about the menu and the gentleman was very kind answering all of them. So, I decided to get the pork belly skewers (3 for $7.50) and to make it a combo, add $4.50 (comes with sticky rice, salad, and 2 pieces of the veggies egg roll/ vegan gyoza/ or chicken gyoza). When you pick your skewer (3)- it must be the same protein. You can also choose 2 sauces. I went with the house green sauce (jalapeño & something else to make it creamy- real good!) and the teriyaki. I will admit, the entire portion for the skewer combo was perfect. It wasn't overbearing and I didn't feel weighed down and tired after eating. I will definitely go back to try more items on the menu. Look for additional items written on paper! read more

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we got the tamarind crispy tofu and Thai tea! the tea was delicious and creamy and the tofu was amazing, very crispy and tasted good even as leftovers! read more

Ping Yang Thai is my go-to place whenever I eat at Market on 8th. I love getting the pad see ew. The wide rice noodles are perfectly cooked and the flavors are well-balanced. The protein I got was the fried pork belly, but the other choices are just as good. The ingredients are fresh and of high quality, resulting in dishes that are bursting with vibrant colors and enticing aromas. The service at Ping Yang Thai is top-notch. The staff members are attentive, friendly, and always go the extra mile to ensure a memorable dining experience. On my visits, they have consistently been quick to take my orde. It is evident that the staff takes pride in their work and genuinely cares about their customers' satisfaction. The ambiance at Ping Yang Thai is inviting and cozy, making it an ideal spot to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The restaurant is well-maintained, clean, and provides a welcoming atmosphere that complements the delightful culinary offerings. The seating arrangements are comfortable, allowing for a relaxed dining experience. In conclusion, Ping Yang Thai at Market on 8th has rightfully earned its place as my reliable go-to restaurant. Their pad see ew is my favorite dish on their menu. The consistently great food, coupled with the attentive service keeps me coming back read more

Ping Yang Thai - Pad See Ew with Pork Belly - Thai Near Me - National City, California

Hidden away in National City's food hall - noting it's almost full of venues with only 2 or 3 still shuttered - this little gem is easy to walk past as it's just to the left of the entrance from the big dinning room. The food is amazing. Three of us ordered different items and they were all prepared on the spot. Very generous potions, including the Pad Thai with pork belly that, unlike most places, did not skimp on the meat. I ordered a space rating of 3, and it was perfect. The young lady with the heart shaped glasses at the front could not have been nicer and more helpful. She brought our drinks out to the table while we waited for our beeper to let us know the food was ready. Ambiance is fine. It's a food hall. The only criticism is that many venues are playing music and it just makes noise for the customers, while I'm sure the employees of the venues enjoy their tunes. Fortunately, this restaurant did not have the tunes blazing, so they did not contribute to the noise. We've had Thai food all over San Diego County. This is now one of our favorites. We'll be back. read more

I photographed the dishes here a few months back, and couldn't wait to come back in and try them all out. I was in the neighborhood today, so pow! Had their tamarind crispy chicken and Tom yum fries. Friggen awesome! Whatever they dust those fries with is off the hook, but the fried basil mixed sends them over the top. The chicken was definitely crispy and full of flavor! I wish I could eat more, cuz I'd definitely order some of their other items. Until next time! read more

Ping Yang Thai - Tamarind Crispy Chicken - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Check this place out, the Thai food here is excellent! The Ka Proa here is the best I've had of the dish bar none, so flavorful and spicy. You have to get their tamarind crispy chicken, it's a perfectly balanced, super crispy, addicting and unique take on fried chicken. I've never had anything quite like it and it is amazing! read more

I ordered the Pad Thai w/ shrimp - level 2 spice, an order of spring rolls, and a Thai tea. The flavor is on point, smells delicious, and the food service is quick and super friendly. I highly recommend especially if you enjoy Thai food! Photo doesn't do a justice for this deliciousness. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Pad Thai w/ Shrimp - Thai Near Me - National City, California

The food at this place is good. I've only tried the curry and the gyoza but both times I got it, it was good. A little overpriced and the service is a little slow but I like the food enough to have come here a few times. read more

I love this place!!! My fiancé and I come to market on 8th just for this spot. The chicken satay and the drunken noodles are our go to. Be careful as the drunken noodles are spicy but delicious!! The peanut sauce on the chicken satay is sooooo good. I also recommend the honey chicken plate. Everything here is amazing. The people are always so nice. I absolutely love this place one of my favorite Thai places in San Diego read more

This is my favorite spot to order from in all of Market on 8th. I enjoy foods from the other restaurants as well. But this place is my favorite so far. I really enjoy the garlic chicken plate, spicy chicken pad see ew, and the spicy shrimp pad Thai. You can choose what protein you prefer per dish (chicken, shrimp, beef or none). If you like foods really spicy, ask for extra spices. Level 5 isn't always spicy enough in my opinion. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Garlic chicken and rice dish with a salad - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Small and friendly. Good flavor of Thai iced tea... Kind of hard to find but you will be very happy. read more

Gave an early dinner run here tonight. The pork honey rice was a good protein boost. Although it tasted more like teriyaki I thought it was fairly good. Thought I saw more traditional Thai dishes here so I'm curious to try them down the line. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Honey pork rice. - Thai Near Me - National City, California

If you are looking for some yummy Thai you came to the spot.. so delicious!!! Food never disappoints it always hits the spot . It's a must try read more

Ping Yang Thai - B: honey pork rice and Thai tea F: chicken curry - Thai Near Me - National City, California

The food is outstanding...love went into this dish. Employees are very friendly and service above standards. The market place has plenty of space to sit and enjoy the weather. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Crispy Chicken - Thai Near Me - National City, California

PHENOMENAL! I'm not a big pad Thai girl but I tried my boyfriend's and it was actually pretty good like I could eat it if someone got it for me I LOVE Thai food though and have super high standards for it since I've had a lot of subpar and awful Thai food. This one is a gem!! I got the fresh spring rolls (not the absolute best I've ever had but solid for sure) and the Thom ka! The Thom ka so good omg I've never had it before but boy did it hit the spot. Definitely going back. The service was super sweet too they were very kind over the phone and when I got there to pickup. read more

Great Thai food, apparently no one ever took photos of the Tom Kha so here it is, it's delicious by the way. read more

Ping Yang Thai - Tom Kha chicken - Thai Near Me - National City, California

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Stumbled upon this stall and wanted some small bites. I got the cheesy wontons and pork belly skewers. The cheesy wontons have a garlic flavor to them and have a lot of cream cheese filling! Super delicious with sweet and sour chili sauce. The pork belly skewers surprised me! They were not dry at all and seasoned with a little salt and pepper. It came with a creamy green dipping sauce and sambal chili on the side. If I were hungrier I'd definitely try some more entrees but from what I had, both items gave me a good first impression! read more

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Came here today without knowing this is where I was coming. I've drove past this place a couple times and have told myself I'd try it soon. Well I was craving Thai food today and decided to go to place down the street by my house. When I got there I realized it was closed due to issues in building? I quickly looked up a place on here for another Thai place to go to. I saw this one and liked the reviews and it wasn't to far from me. When I got there I was pleased to see it was where I been wanting to go all along. The outside of building is called La Central Public Market that's why I didn't know it was in there. Well I went in and my daughter got yellow curry and I got the pad see ew noodles and a Thai tea. Oh my gawd!!!!! It soothed my soul!!!!!! The taste was everything and more of what I wanted And needed!!!! The portions are good and the the prices are decent. I will definitely be back for more and try other vendors in there as well. read more