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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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    What's the vibe?
    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.

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    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

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    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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    1 year ago

    fantastic Thai food!! lovely to eat there and service is fantastic. It has an amazing atmosphere!

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    Food is fantastic. Their Papaya salad is just delicious. Service and portion sizes are good. Will be back next time in La Jolla.

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    1 year ago

    Crispy pork with chinese broccoli was absolutely delicious! What a great little place.

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    1 year ago

    I love this place. They have lots of vegan options, friendly service, and fresh, tasty dishes. Parking is also easy, given the area.

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    The Thai ice coffee is nice, waitress is nice , nice environment, Mango sticky rice is nice

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    1 year ago

    Great! Loved the yellow curry! Would definitely come again! Service was quick and the decor was nice!

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    1 year ago

    Great food! Pad thai, papaya salad, food, rice, thai tea. I will come back again. Thank you.

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    1 year ago

    Food is really good! Portions are great! The ambiance is nice as well to come with friends

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    1 year ago

    We loved the Penang and drunken noodles. Moved to the area and found my new Thai restaurant!

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    1 year ago

    Amazing food! I love the atmosphere and vibe. I'd recommend the panang curry and pad see ew.

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    1 year ago

    Very good vibe, quiet and calm, the service is good, the food is good. I would come here again.

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    1 year ago

    Best Thai food in San Diego!! Highly recommend the mango sticky rice!!!! The staff are so lovely!

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    1 year ago

    The Drunken noodles were so good! I loved the great ambiance of the restaurant! The service was great as well.

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    1 year ago

    My friend took me here when I came to visit them and all the food looked delicious! I highly recommend and will definitely come back again!

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    1 year ago

    best thai food in town and the girl who ordered our food is so sweet!!! They have the best fried rice and I always have extra to take home!!

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    1 year ago

    Very delicious spot with very personable service. We got Spicy Basil with chicken and was great at spice level 4. Would recommend!

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    Delicious food and drink. I enjoy their curries and soups. Attentive staff. Great location.

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    Really great service and excited to try the thai tea. Lots of seating and nice presentation

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