Thai bistro

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Tucked away across a large strip mall. This an assuming establishment has a wide variety of offerings. Of course they have the regular and popular Thai dishes like the pad Thai and pad see ew and of course the Thai tea . We liked the place since they offer their specials in a handwritten format so you know that it changes from time to time. We ordered stir fried egg plant with shrimp, drunken noodle with tofu and deep fried belly with mayo sauce. The verdict? We will definitely come back for more and with each visit they something new... read more

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Tried a new Thai spot (possibly not new, but new to us). I believe Tuktan was here before. Tight parking situation, but we got lucky. We ordered on Yelp for pickup. Food was ready relatively quickly. The space is little, but decorated nicely, all tables were full and everyone seemed to be enjoying their meals. The lady who helped me was very pleasant. Took our food home and were very happy with what we ordered. Pork green curry is my go to. They had crispy pork belly as an option, and I ordered that for my protein instead. The green curry was good, not my favorite green curry I have ever had, but still good. We also ordered crispy pork belly pad see ew and shrimp pad see ew. Both delicious! Will try this place again and order other items off the menu. read more

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Simore M.

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The customer service is very good.The area and food was clean and neat. I don't eat very much Thai food. So it was hard for me to order. The soup i ordered was okay. I was feeling under the weather, so it did hit the spot read more

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Agnes D.

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First time here and it was a pleasant experience. They have a parking area which is good, i was worried about that initially since it was on Broadway. Idk how busy they get during lunch though.... Came in to order to-go and staff was pleasant. Prices are reasonable. Ordered the chicken Satay and Mango Sticky Rice. Chicken Satay was tender, juicy and the highlight of it all was the peanut sauce. It was prolly the best peanut sauce i've ever had. Mango sticky rice was delish. Nice amount, they were not stingy at all. read more

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This Thai spot is a legit!!! they've been here for about 2 years now. It's definitely authentic Thai food. The texture, temperate, portion, spices and everything else is right on!!! especially the crying tiger and pork belly krapow. Pad Thai was perfect too! Plus, the complimentary Thai ice tea upon check-in is a delightful touch. The service was fast, the ambiance is welcoming. We ordered to go and ate the food at home. it's definitely earned its place as one of my go-to spots in Chula. Highly recommended! read more

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Carla L.

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This intimate place is a gem. The playlist went off, furniture was clean, staff were friendly, and most importantly, food was delicious! I would definitely come back. Thank you Thai Bistro! :) read more

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Vanessa H.

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Authentic Thai restaurant is a must-visit. Their egg rolls are highly recommended, the place is small, be sure you call and come read more

Thai bistro - Authentic Thai restaurant is a must-visit. Their egg rolls are highly recommended. - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Katie F.

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Thai Bistro has some of the most full flavored Thai food in all of San Diego. My partner and I make the 30 minute drive all the way from the Pacific Beach area to Chula Vista for this Thai food. The pork belly is amazing on every single dish that we've tried and it's next level. The service is super friendly, and the owner is excellent. We've tried the yellow curry, which is amazing. The wings, the Pad Thai, Pad Ke Mao, and the Cashew Nut rice. All of them have been incredible and would highly recommend. read more

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Matty C.

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STOP LOOKING - just go. This spot is amazing. Flavor is through the roof and I couldn't say enough good. 9 people-came. All of us ordered something different and everything was well above par. We all look for spots like this. Come before it blows up. read more

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Sasha A.

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Amazing food and service!! This is my second time here in a month and it's incredibly flavorful. I had to bring my boyfriend here and I loved how they had options for him bc he doesn't eat pork. He got the drunken noodles and it was delicious! If you haven't been here before you have to try it! The service is fast and very friendly. read more

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Maricel P.

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New owner took over about 7 months ago, she's the sweetest too. Really friendly and chit chatted with me during my early dinner. The yellow curry with chicken was phenomenal, I honestly thought about licking the bowl when I was packing up my leftovers to go. Looks like I've found my regular Thai spot. read more

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Yeng C.

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The worst Thai foods ever. The foods I order is nothing like thai foods. I'm from Thailand. Larb is not suppose to be like a soup with no taste that comes close to Thai . I don't recommend this restaurant to anyone. Worst ever. This is not Thai foods. read more

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Ja'Liyah P.

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For it to be $10 I would expect it to have come with more rice at least and the mangoes were not ripe, which made it not sweet read more

Thai bistro - $10 for two scoops of rice I feel like it overpriced and the mangos They weren't sweet enough. Wasn't ripe. - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Aarnelle B.

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Food was so freaking tasty!!!! So much flavor with the perfect amount of spice! Not sure how this place wasn't busier during lunch! The staff was super friendly and helped with recommendations. Will be back to try something new! read more

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Janet B.

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Thai Bistro is a great local restuarant. Their food is always very fresh and soooo tasty. Lovely, polite service too. Highly recommend this place. Come try it! read more

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Bibian H.

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Was looking for a Thai restaurant closer to home and I finally found it! It's on Broadway in Chula Vista but you might not find it right away because the front sign, facing Broadway, is not up yet. The service was very friendly and attentive. The food came out fast. I ordered it spicy! Along with some egg rolls! The Pad Thai was amazing! And the portion was enough for 2! The egg rolls were delicious too. Hot and spicy! Will definitely be coming back very soon! read more

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Markyboo 1.

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It was our first time visiting this restaurant and it was delicious. I really enjoyed the ambiance of the place and it was clean. The server was also really nice and was kind enough to answer some questions that we were confused about regarding the menu. The crab rangoons and calamari was delicious! The pad thai was definitely my favorite (so flavorful and we got medium for the spice level). Additionally, the steak (crying tiger) was good as well, the meat was extremely tender and it just melted in my mouth. Overall, I highly recommend this place! For my first time ever trying Thai food, this place did justice! read more

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Mayly N.

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Quick service , and food was delicious. We ordered the pad Thai and whole fried fish. The pad Thai was the closest to the one we had in Thailand . We asked for mild because sometimes Thai food can be extra spicy, but it was not hot at all so I wish we did medium. And the Thai tea was good too, not too sweet ! Also lots of parking is always a plus read more

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Isabel B.

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So delicious and excellent service!! My favorite place to get Thai food! The drunken noodles are packed with sooo much flavor and the veggies/shrimp are always perfectly cooked. The red curry is the perfect spice level and my favorite curry of theirs. read more

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Alex Y.

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I'm really not sure why this place has such high reviews. I wanted to try something different from my normal Thai spot and Im very disappointed. The flavors weren't there and the portions were small. Had the larb salad, pad see ew and the ton kah soup. Salad was too simple (Chicken, a literal chunk of cabbage and a ton of red onions), pad see ew was tiny and lacked flavor, and the tom kah soup had way too much citrus. Just overall not good. I'm confused about the other reviews. read more

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Miracle B.

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This is definitely a hidden gem in West Chula Vista. The food was delicious and served reasonably quickly. I had the Tom Yum soup, pineapple fried rice, and the panang curry. My criticisms are minor and likely not a deal breaker for many, especially because the food is good and reasonably priced. 1. Their condiments/chili tray could be cleaner. I didn't touch it because it looked sticky. 2. I would have preferred if their hot tea was served it in a teapot (even if they're using tea bags) rather than cups with individual tea bags. 3. Thai food can be messy. Please be generous with napkins! ;) read more

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Alex B.

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Amazing food, friendly staff... well beyond expectations! Try the crab pad Thai :) the noodles are also cooked well and there's a nice acidity balance. read more

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Shane C.

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Restaurant is in the mall next to enterprise. Be aware that Google maps will take you past the strip mall entrance and tell you to turn into the street past enterprise. Good food. They were able to accommodate our large party with little to no hesitation. Food came fast and looks good! read more

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Anthony T.

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Super small mom and pop restaurant. Really nice service and the chef was the owner as well. Super sweet lady. Ordered the chicken satay and pad Thai which was super good as it was more saucy compared to other places I've tried! read more

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Cristy J.

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I really enjoyed my pad thai with chicken, as well as the Thai iced coffee with boba. I'm really picky, and this was the best pad Thai I've had in the San Diego area. It wasn't dry and bland, like so many are. Instead, it was very flavorful and well-made. The service was quick. The space is inviting and sunny. I would recommend it. read more

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Oshy B.

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I love this place the service is great the food is amazing and I've never been disappointed at all. Love the intimate feel and good music as well. read more

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Lisa L.

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this place is literally my favorite hole in wall Thai place. My husband and I come here at least twice a month and we really enjoy the food here the mango sticky rice a Thai iced tea is phenomenal. read more

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Erin M.

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First time to check out Thai bistro. Delicious specials- crab pad Thai and crispy beef Japanese curry. They both were awesome. Highly recommend. Great service too. Thanks Thai Bistro. read more

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Oh my goodness, the Thai food here is delicious. Tonight I had the spicy drunken noodles with chicken, and fried pork belly. My brother ordered the khao soi beef, and mango sticky rice. We weren't disappointed! The food came out quickly and tasted fresh. Thank you Nira for your wonderful service! I'll definitely be coming back to try the crying tiger. read more

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Genna Y.

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The coconut curry had very little vegetables n protein. The papaya salad was made with cabbage... not lettuce. Delicious otherwise.

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Rich D.

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Best yellow curry around. Every few weeks I need my curry fix and I go here! Just great food. Great service too.

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Shamia K.

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Fast service and great lunch special! I will definitely be coming back here again to try another item off their lunch special list! read more

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The food quality and service was awesome. The ambiance of the restaurant was friendly. read more

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Khanh P.

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super chill atmosphere and friendly staff. no frills type of place (in a good way). food was delish and felt home made and cozy. not like a bunch of seating but there were no other customers when we went at around 2 pm on a thursday. we got the lunch special which was a little cheaper. read more

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Owee N.

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Walked in for lunch. Great food, great price. Service was excellent. We'll definitely be back. read more

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My friend and I stumbled upon this little place and it was great! We ordered chicken pad kee mao (spicy stir fried noodles), it was very flavorful, veggies cooked right (not overcooked or undercooked) which I appreciated very much. I'm only giving four star because this place was so hot. If you don't enjoy the heat, you should probably avoid this place because they didn't have AC running (I don't know if they didn't have AC or they just didn't wanna turn it on.) Also, this place gives our free egg rolls if you leave a positive review on yelp (I'm sure there are many places do the similar things but I thought it was a bit fishy). read more

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Jenny K.

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This place is phenomenal Pad Thai is the best and the portions are big too! My husband and I come here at the time! read more

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Emily T.

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My partner and I enjoy coming to this place.. and have officially become regulars. The staff are super friendly and welcoming. The food is cooked fresh and has a lot of flavor. My favorite dish is the FRIED WHOLE FISH with their home made sauces on the side. There's two styles of entrees they offer with the fried whole fish. Both are good in their own ways so I would recommend trying each of them when you are here. read more

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Great food Great service. Prices are reasonable The ambiance is cool with the air conditioning

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1067 Broadway
Ste 102
Chula Vista, CA 91911
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(619) 407-6200
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http://www.thaibistrosd.com

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Hours

What time does Thai bistro open?

Thai bistro opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Thai bistro close?

Thai bistro closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Thai bistro take credit cards?

Yes, Thai bistro takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Thai bistro have catering options?

Yes, Thai bistro does have catering options.

Does Thai bistro have a drive thru?

No, Thai bistro does not have a drive thru.

Does Thai bistro serve alcohol?

No, Thai bistro does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Thai bistro allow dogs?

Yes, Thai bistro allows dogs.

Does Thai bistro have TVs?

No, Thai bistro does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Thai bistro have bike parking?

Yes, Thai bistro has bike parking.

Does Thai bistro have outdoor seating?

No, Thai bistro does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Thai bistro have parking?

Yes, Thai bistro has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Thai bistro wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Thai bistro is wheelchair accessible.

Does Thai bistro have free WiFi?

No, Thai bistro does not have free WiFi.

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Authentic Thai food. We guarantee you won't be disappointed.

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4.5(3.5k reviews)

ORDER INSIDE FIRST! Then find a table and sit -they'll bring your food. If ordering take-out,…read moreeveryone waits along the sidewalk for them to bring out/call your number. All information is clearly marked on the receipt, large numbers on top with estimated time below for order to be ready. Super small restaurant with only limited outdoor seating. They're planning to move a few doors down, into a larger location, within a few months. Food is tasty, good portion size, and service is limited but friendly and patient. Pineapple fried rice with chicken, and chicken satay, were both perfect. Fried chicken wings are good but not something I'd have again, even though I love fried chicken and chicken wings, just prefer somewhere tspecializes in them. Parking is difficult unless you're willing to walk several blocks

Hole in the wall Bahn Thai is serving carryout with limited outdoor only seating…read more SERVICE Patrons order and pick up at the counter. My order of the sweet chili wings was estimated to take 25 minutes to prepare and came with the sauce separate as requested. FOOD 2/5 sweet chili wings: actually wings and drumsticks and had a tougher texture that did not taste freshly fried, which was disappointing given the $15 price point for 7 wings. Even though the wings didn't deliver, the chicken satay with peanut sauce was tasty

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Siam Imperial Thai Kitchen

4.6(405 reviews)

3.3 mi

If you haven't been to Siam Imperial Thai Kitchen in Imperial Beach, you haven't truly discovered…read moreThailand in the U.S. The food is authentic with beautifully balanced flavors, and the staff truly embodies the "Land of a Million Smiles" with their warm hospitality. Our three-course meal was outstanding -- a fragrant seafood soup bursting with basil and lemongrass, crispy shrimp with chili peppers and fresh vegetables that brought the perfect heat, and a tender lamb shank with smooth, rich gravy and perfectly steamed vegetables. Paired with a glass of Chardonnay, it was the perfect dining experience. Don't miss out!

Good Thai food. Friendly service. Nice, casual ambience (table cloths)…read more Favorite: the Thai Basil Eggplant with scallops, and the Pumpkin curry. Very good: Tom Yum soup, papaya salad, spring rolls. Too sweet & sticky: Pad thai.

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Ping Yang Thai

4.3(62 reviews)

4.7 mi

Ping Yang Thai, where have you been all my life?! I guess on 8th street!…read more 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!

I like the menu at Ping Yang! It's interesting that they have four different gyoza options, and…read moregyoza 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!