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AROI Thai

4.6 (770 reviews)
ModerateThai, Noodles
Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated over 3 months ago

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Casual
Quiet
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Koby P.

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

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Tammy D.

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

Elisa N.

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

Robert C.

Food was light , fresh and tasty! Enjoyed sitting in the outside patio area. Service was fast and friendly!

Marie F.

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

Micky T.

Absolutely delicious! The shrimp dish was packed with flavor--fresh, perfectly cooked, and covered in a rich, savory sauce. The vegetables were fresh and complemented the meal perfectly. Great presentation, generous portions, and excellent service. Aroi Thai never disappoints. Highly recommend if you're in La Jolla!

Suki yaki

Great authentic Thai food with amazing flavors and friendly service. Fresh ingredients, generous portions, and a true taste of Thailand. Highly recommend!

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

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

Pad See Ew
Lindsey L.

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

Drunken Noodles
Christine M.

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

Delicious food  highly recommend!

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

Aakash N.

really awesome service. every dish was yummy, flavorful, and fresh. W portion sizes too

Vegetable fried rice
Reina A.

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

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2 years ago

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

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1 year ago

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

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2 years ago

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

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1 year ago

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

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1 year ago

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

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1 year ago

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

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2 years ago

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1 year ago

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

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1 year ago

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

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1 year ago

Very accommodating and food is always good. Place is very comfortable and the ambience is nice

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1 year ago

Food and server was amazing, best Thai food in La Jolla. Really enjoyed the Tom Kha and the fried rice!

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1 year ago

Best Thai in La jolla- one of my favorite spots! I recommend the pad see ew and pineapple fried rice!

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1 year ago

The food was great cant wait to come back the service was amazing, while dining with a large group.

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1 year ago

The food was immaculately magnificent. The environment is comfortable and I look forward to coming back another time

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1 year ago

The food was immaculately magnificent. The environment is comfortable and I look forward to coming back another time!

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1 year ago

The food was delicious and the servers were really nice. My son definitely loved it here

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1 year ago

Food is delicious especially the drunken noodle, very chewy. The crispy pork belly also tastes good and is a new flavor I like!

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1 year ago

Very friendly and welcoming staff! It smells delicious in here. Very excited to try their donuts!

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1 year ago

Amazing service, even though it was busy tables were cleared fast and we got seated quickly.

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1 year ago

One of my favourite Thai spots in la jolla, very authentic! The fish here is my favourite, followed by the padkrapow.

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1 year ago

My favorite Thai restaurant ever!!! I absolutely love the braised short rib, it's so soft and juicy I always order it

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1 year ago

The food was good. The service was good. Nice chill ambiance. Would recommend for a nice dinner.

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1 year ago

The food was good, excellent service, reasonable prices for the area, would come back again

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1 year ago

AROI's Thai Basil Pork is great! Crispy and flavorful! Best Thai there is in La Jolla!

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1 year ago

Awesome service and great food. It's walking distance from anywhere in La Jolla and has good parking.

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1 year ago

Great food on every front. haven't had a bad meal here yet. service is quick and great!

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1 year ago

Aroi never fails to keep us fed! Their Papa's Noodles is my favorite Thai dish of all time. Highly recommend!

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