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    Chaba Thai Kitchen

    4.2 (1.1k reviews)
    ModerateThai
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids

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    Pad Thai with chicken
    Jayne B.

    We stumbled upon this hidden gem while searching for Thai food near our appointment--and what a find it turned out to be! The chicken pad Thai was absolutely delicious--perfectly balanced flavors with just the right amount of sweetness, tang, and savory goodness. The noodles were cooked just right, the chicken was tender, and every bite kept us going back for more. If you're in the Kearny Mesa area and craving Thai food, this spot is definitely worth a visit. We'll be back for sure!

    38. BBQ & Crispy Pork-Over-Rice
    Ed M.

    Food was tasty. Portions were very good for what you pay for. I'm full to the brim but not quite bloated full. Service was friendly and we got water refills at least once. We unexpectedly got a free tapioca desert on top of the great lunch.

    Tom 8. Tod Mun (Fish Cake), that cucumber salsa is awesome!
    Matthew S.

    This is a bit of a hole in the wall place, no air conditioning, no fountain drinks, just authentic Thai food. I had the Tod Mun to start. The minced fish cakes were prepared well and the cucumber salsa was outstanding. I ordered a green curry with beef, spicy three and I was very happy. The dish was spicy and not too hot. Service was attentive and even offered a tapioca dessert on the house. If you are craving a real Thai experience, this place will definitely provide it. They do have lunch specials, so I will be back to sample more of the menu.

    Pinky S.

    This place serves the BEST Thai food! The flavors are incredibly authentic, everything tastes fresh, and you can tell the dishes are made with care. The service was fast, and the staff was kind and welcoming. Reasonable price. Highly recommend!

    Abel T.

    Came into Shaba Thai Kitchen today and honestly... you can tell right away they really take pride in their food. There's a reason they were Yelp Best Food 2023. We ordered a few things and everything hit. First, the crispy basil chicken with white rice oh my God, that chicken was amazing. Super flavorful, perfectly cooked, just really, really good. Then we got the Chinese broccoli with crispy pork and that took it to another level. The pork was crispy, the broccoli had so much flavor, and together it was just rich and satisfying. The Khao Soi noodles were another standout. The noodles were delicious, everything tasted fresh, and the flavors were on point. But honestly, the crab fried rice was the highlight. That thing was unreal. So much flavor, loaded with crab easily my favorite dish. Definitely one of those plates you keep going back to. We finished with the tapioca in coconut milk, and that hit the spot. Light, sweet, super comforting. Perfect way to end the meal. Overall, everything came out fresh, flavorful, and done right. Service was smooth, food was perfect, and the whole experience was fantastic. Real gem for Thai food I'm definitely coming back. Great location too, plenty of parking, super easy to get in and out. If you're in San Diego, this place is a must-try. Adding pics so you can see for yourself. Amazing location, inside as well cool decor, great vibes great ambience. 8010 Claremont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92111 Open daily 11AM-9PM 858-503-7777 #ShabaThaiKitchen #YelpBestFood2023 #SanDiegoEats #ThaiFoodDoneRight #MustTrySD #FoodieFindsSD

    Pad Thai with chicken
    Jessica T.

    I went to Chaba Thai many years ago and had quite the impressive experience. Returned yesterday to take my mom for an early Mother's Day dinner and oh man, this might be my new favorite Thai spot in SD! We got the Pad Thai with chicken and Green Curry with Chicken...so delicious and all of the flavors were on par. I was definitely once again quite impressed that many years later this spot still delivers. Service was wonderful, atmosphere was clean, and they even offer complimentary dessert that was so yummy. Definitely coming back for sure! If you're in the area, it is a must-try!

    Beef Salad $17.95
    Vivian C.

    I just discovered this small, family owned Thai place in San Diego...found it by following a local Yelper, and I'm so glad I did. The dishes here are fresh, flavorful, and not greasy... I ordered:Tod Mun (fish cakes) perfectly cooked, very flavorful, not oily...Beef Salad was big portion, delicious, with just the right hint of spice , Pad See Ew with Seafood was so tasty, high quality seafood, full of flavor...Crab Fried Rice not greasy at all, really enjoyable... Service was attentive, the restaurant was clean, though parking is a bit tight...I'll definitely be coming back, especially to try some of the other dishes !

    Vegetable Pad Thai to-go
    Eid F.

    I'll start with the bad -- Parking Lot Sucks, dining room is a little run down and a little "untidy". Good -- Vegetable Pad Thai was delicious!!, Service was very kind and friendly, my to-go portion was large

    45. Red Curry
    Jay S.

    Very authentic and delicious Thai food at Chaba Thai Kitchen! The service was pretty fast and the ambiance was simple and nice. I really enjoyed the red curry , but the star was the basil eggplant dish, so amazing! They even gave a delicious milk tapioca dessert which was the perfect ending to the meal :) Food: 4.5/5 Service: 4.5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 Value: 4/5 Overall: 4.33/5

    Complimentary tapioca dessert
    Alex S.

    Chaba Thai is my favorite Thai restaurant in San Diego! The food can be spicy, so choose your spice level wisely. The pad Thai and yellow curry are standout favorites. The best thing on the menu is their tapioca dessert! We have received this in a small complimentary bowl every time we've dined in. The sweet coconut milk compliments the small tapioca pearls, melon, and coconut.

    Came here late on Memorial Day weekend, this place is my new favorite Thai place in Convoy. Got the pad Thai tofu and it was so flavorful and not dry at all. The staff was super attentive and even gave us complimentary dessert despite us staying until late. I love that it is a group of Thai women who run the restaurant. Will definitely be supporting again!

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    Adeline S.

    Okay one of the best Thai places in town! The seasoning is there and a 2 for the tom kha is perfect!! Honestly the best tom kha I've had in a very long time. The pad Thai and laab was perfectly seasoned and we did for a 2 spicy, could have went up to a 3! I love how you can still taste the spices and the seasonings since the spice doesn't over power anything!! Would come back again and try other menu items, service was quick as we came at a quiet time, and the interior is super cozy -- you know it's the place for locals!

    15. Tom Kha Soup
    Caitlin W.

    This is the best thai place Ive ever been to! Came after looking at all the great reviews and it did not disappoint. We received such great service and our food came out immediately! The lady that served us was so kind!

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    Delicious yellow curry and appetizers. Quick and friendly service. Excellent flavors. Convenient location. Will be back again.

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    Ask the Community - Chaba Thai Kitchen

    Is the entire menu available for takeout?

    Yes, I'm pretty sure you can order anything on the menu for takeout.

    Msg used or put in the food?

    Do you have outdoor seating?

    No , we don’t have outdoor seat

    Do you have gluten free?

    Yes We do

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    If you are craving great Southeast Asian comfort food in Kearny Mesa, this place delivers on taste,…read morebut the arrival process is stressful. The plaza has horrible parking, and we had to aggressively fight for a parking space with another car before we could even walk in. Came here on a Saturday around 6 pm with 2 friends. == FOOD == We got a beef pad see ew, khao soi, and a pork rice. All the food was pretty good. I took off one star because it seemed like the pad see ew was smothered in white pepper. == SERVICE == Service was a bit slow, but we think it was because we were waiting for the rice to be cooked? However, the staff was polite, apologetic about the delay, and very attentive. She gave us free mango sticky rice. == AMBIANCE == Interior is very nice and there is bar seating too. The bathroom is also very clean. If you don't mind a slower-paced meal and a chaotic parking lot, the amazing Lao and Thai flavors are completely worth it!

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