Oh em gee So Saap more like So Saarap!!! (Delicious in Tagalog) I do believe this experience eating this healthy yummy in my tummy food (the dessert and the meal and the water) was awesome hehe! Service?? Authentic and from the heart. Going into this restaurant is like stepping into a new delicious world. The chef is like Willy Wonka but for Thai food! I went for Mother's Day and I love my mom :) she loves it too "I love to eat here" - my mom read more

What a lovely and delicious place! To start with, my server was super delightful. I told her, Nery, what I was interested in, and she recommended the same dish that ChatGPT recommended! It was a Laotian beef salad of sorts-/ delish! It was so well balanced and refreshing on such a hot day. The flavors of lime, cilantro and mint permeated every bite. It was divine. I then beckoned the owner, Kerry, to come over. She was a bit anxious, not knowing what I was going to say. When I expressed my total joy in her food, she broke out in the largest smile that I ever saw. I added that the only way to improve the food would be to use higher quality ingredients, ie no seed oils, organic/grass fed proteins and organic vegetables. She pondered for a while and then gleefully said, " You know, I am literally writing a new menu now. I can certainly start by giving customers the option to have their stir fries made with avocado oil, for a slight up charge. I replied, "That's great". She then said that as time goes on, sh'e'll think about ways to offer other healthier versions of their dishes. What a great attitude. Well, I will certainly be back! read more

This place is at least a 4.8/5 I'm Asian and can tell you how authentic this place is. It's legit. Please don't give this place a 3/5 if you don't know what real Lao or Thai food taste like. This place is not a 4.3 it's def better than that. Customer service is insane Thai papaya salad with the funky sauce is really good balancing spicy, sour, sweet and savory with crunchy texture. I got the Lao plate and I love meat. Very different but flavors are great. The meat isn't salty at all and doesn't just taste like meat, It has flavor. We also ordered egg rolls and pad see ew and the noodles were nice and chewy, how it's supposed to be. I highly recommend this place if you want true Thai lao food. read more

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Oooiii! I've seen their social media posts and So Saap's marketing game is So good. Does it live to the hype? Let me share with you. AMBIANCE Parking: Plaza parking and street parking. It can get pretty busy so do Depending on the time of day, it can get busy, but there are usually enough spots to make it manageable. Seating: Inside seating that's casual and comfortable with enough room for let's say 15 groups good for pairs or families. Vibes: Welcome to City Heights! It's not the flashliest place of San Diego but it's a nice local grit and grind neighborhood. It's not overly flashy or trendy, jst a neighborhood spot serving food that clearly comes from culture, family, and tradition. The spot itself is well decorated with Lao and Thai artifacts to represent their culture. There are tvs if you want to catch a show or game and I dig the pop music in the background for a nice familiar tune. Great place for a friendly food adventure or dinner with family. FOOD / DRINKS Dragon Fruit Sugarcane (Recommend) Refreshing and fun. The sweetness of the earthy sugarcane paired really well with the subtle fruitiness of the dragon fruit. It was light, cooling, and the perfect drink to accompany the meal. Sausage Platter (Highly Recommend) This was delicious! The Lao sausage was incredibly flavorful with its herbal notes and spices, while the jerky had that perfect chewy, savory quality that made it hard to stop eating. Pairing everything with sticky rice and papaya salad gave it that unique Lao feel. Mok Fish (Recommend) This impressed me. Delicate fish wrapped and steamed with scentful Southeast Asian herbs and seasonings, creating a dish that felt both comforting and deeply flavorful. It had a home-cooked quality that made it memorable. Chicken Skin Laab (Recommend) Your solid chicken skin crisp but what separates it from your usual crispy chicken skin is the mixed laab herbs and lime. Every bite had a little crunch and a little kick. CUSTOMER SERVICE Awesome! Friendly and welcoming. The staff seemed genuinely excited to share their food and answer questions, which always makes the experience better. TL;DR OVERALL 4.5 Stars. Good food, reasonable prices, and an opportunity to experience flavors that you don't often find everywhere. So Saap isn't just serving a meal--it's sharing a culture. This is no hidden gem, much love to Owner Carrie and the So Saap crew for sharing their Lao/Thai culture with us. #RepresentAZN TIPS * Bring a friend to share and check their social media for good deals! read more

So Saap - Wooo!!! - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Got their pork ribs, lemongrass wings, and sakoo yat sai. Pork ribs and lemongrass wings were ok. Sakoo yat sai was better than both. Price seemed highish though. That being said, we were stunned that zero sauces came with our dishes. Our order came bare with just the items when the pictures show that it comes with it. Same with the garlic ribs but I'm too lazy to post it. Also, there was not enough garlic in the garlic pork ribs. 4/10, the food was ok. Wouldn't order again or bother to come to the restaurant now. read more

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So Saap serves authentic Thai and Lao food. This is a regular spot for me and my family. We've dined in many times and most recently ordered take out. The attention to detail on presentation whether dining in person or taking to go in stellar. Some recommended dishes: Khao Soi Chicken: I actually recommend this as a to-go option if you can swing it. They separate the ingredients leaving the chicken leg and thigh with crispy skin and the crunchy noodles fully in tact. Fish Platter (1 and 2 fish options): if you're with a big group and enjoy fried whole tilapia this is the dish for you. It is a lot of work to eat but the fish is cooked really well, crispy skin and tender meat. The two fish platter option is the one to get for value ($39) as the one fish option is ($26). Nam Khao pork: this one is a must get! Fried crispy pork that you wrap in lettuce Pad See Ew with fried pork belly: this one is another standout option especially for the pork belly I've come over 5 times and service varies depending on the server. I've gotten parking in the lot every time but sometimes it gets quite crowded during dinner time as there is a Little Caesars and Starbucks in the plaza. Overall, will continue coming back as their authenticity and quality for Thai and Lao food is difficult to beat. read more

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Finally getting around to exploring the food scene in City Heights, and I'm so glad a Yelp friend recommended this spot. We left so full and happy. They serve a mix of Thai and Lao dishes, and the menu has a ton to choose from. We started with apps and ordered the Lao‑style beef skewers and the cream cheese wontons -- both were amazing. They offer beer, wine, and a whole lineup of sugar cane drinks. They looked delicious but a little too sweet for me, so I went for a fresh coconut instead, which felt tropical and fun. For mains, we ordered the fried chicken plate and the drunken noodles. The portions were big. The fried chicken was extra crispy and cooked perfectly -- it came with rice, a green‑curry‑style sauce, and a piece of bread. The drunken noodles were fantastic. We ordered them mild, and even then they had a little kick, which I loved. Of course, we ended with mango sticky rice, and it was lovely. I also love that you can pop in just to grab their snack bags of crispy chicken skin or one of their signature sugar cane or Thai boba drinks. Such a great spot, and I'd definitely recommend it. Parking in the strip mall is a little chaotic, so just be prepared. read more

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I love exploring new cuisines and I don't get Laotian food that often, so I was very excited to try this spot! It's tucked away in a corner of an often packed parking lot but worth fighting for a spot. Staff is warm and welcoming! They were patient enough to explain items on the menu that sounded foreign to me and also any modifications. I didn't try it this time but their vegan menu is huge which is a plus for my plant based friends. For a drink I got the calamansi sugarcane drink. So good! The calamansi has that tartness that pairs well with the sweetness of the sugarcane. We ordered a couple apps, the crab wontons and beef skewers. Both were delicious and enough to share between the two of us. The mains: Beef drunken noodles- even at its most mild level prepare for a little bit of a kick! Really can't go wrong w drunken noodles but the waitress mentioned this and the pad thai are their most popular noodle dishes Hot Yai fried chicken- 2 leg quarters that had a delicious sprinkling of fried shallots. It's not breaded how you would think fried chicken would be. Comes with that flaky roti bread (so good) and a side of green curry. The rice shaped like a heart was a cute touch. The dessert is not on the menu but they do offer it. We got mango and sticky rice, and it was the perfect ending to our meal. The rice is also flavored with pandan for that extra bit of flair. I loved this spot and will definitely come back again! read more

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Come eat here!! The spot: cozy spot with ample seating! The service: got sat right away on a Friday night, the staff was so friendly and nice and super helpful with ordering. The food: we ordered the Mother's Day platter & tom yum. The platter was a great way to try a little bit of everything. Everything was delicious. My favorite was the crispy rice and fried chicken. The papaya salad was Laos style, so a bit more pungent than normal Thai papaya salad. Still great flavors! The sugarcane juice with calamansi was so tasty. Overall, a great spot for Laos/thai food. 8.4/10! Cannot wait to come back and try out more dishes! read more

So Saap - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

I can't believe it's been a year since their last anniversary when I first started coming here. I swear it was just yesterday when I started eating here. I was pleasantly surprised the parking lot wasn't packed like it always is when I arrive. Unfortunately they were out of everything I wanted, but that's ok. They have plenty of other food I enjoy. The service is always so friendly! We had a ribeye salad. The salads here are always so freakin good! I also got a peppermint tea and a Thai coffee. The Thai coffee was so good and perfectly sweetened. It was a nice meal to share with my friend after ballet. I love coming here after ballet class. It's such a nice routine I wish I could do every Saturday. read more

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The first time and almost all of the time that I've eaten this is "to go" style and it hits every time. It's located in a small plaza and parking is pretty cramped. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious and lots of seating. They even have a bar on the side for drinks, smoothies and etc. I usually order the pad see ew and the drunken noodles. It's packed with flavor and heat if you love the spicy. Recently I purchased the bag of chicken skin chips - laarb flavor and let me tell you...... phenomenal! It was crispy and had lots of flavor surprisingly. They have a matcha Thai tea too and sugar cane juice. Def can't go wrong with these on a hot day. 10/10 recommendation this place read more

Everything here is incredible! Truly authentic Lao & Thai food. I've been eating and ordering food from So Saap since they've started and everything has been consistently delicious. The flavors are loud, bold, spicy and balanced! The flavors hit every part of your tongue. If you want to eat like a Lao person order: -dark and funky papaya salad -fried pork belly - boat noodle - khao poon curry noodles - nam khao crispy rice -larb with sticky rice -any of their cane juices So Saap is also great for catering. I've had them for my birthday parties and corporate lunches. My coworkers love Lao food now as we had it quite a few times together. 10/10 So Saap should be recognize for their amazing vibrant Lao food. read more

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Overview: 3.75/5 stars rounded up for Yelp, large portions, great flavors, service was a little lacking ---- We waited by the door for a few minutes before someone even said anything to us or came to greet us. We came on a Friday night a little after 8:30pm and there were a few other patrons dining already. I really like that they are open til late (close at 12am Fri and Sat, and close at 11pm the rest of the week)! Parking was a little crowded, it's shared with a few other businesses and it's a pretty small lot. ---- The food came out quick in around 10 minutes and it was all quite good. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the Dark and Funky Papaya Salad. Dark and Funky Papaya Salad $14.88: - It sure was funky, we definitely should've asked what was in it or at least what the flavor profile was because there was no description other than the name of the dish - We blindly ordered it since it sounded interesting but it was very strong and not really for us - There's a Vietnamese dish with the same flavors as this salad, it's raw, fermented crabs with a strong fish sauce marinade Pad See Ew with Beef $17: - great savory soy sauce flavor and balanced nicely with a bit of sweetness - very large portion - lots of noodles, not that much beef - decent amount of veggies Pad Thai with Tofu $15 - one of my favorites of the night - tamarind flavor had a good tang and savory - the texture of the noodles were nice and chewy, perfectly cooked - lots of tofu and also a large portion - highly recommend this dish! Yellow Curry with Chicken $16: - comes with a side of rice - overall the best liked dish from everyone - the sauce was delicious - well rounded, and great coconut flavor - good amount of sauce, chicken, carrots, and potatoes - leftover sauce went amazing with rice Crab Fried Rice $18.99: - not the most memorable dish out of everything we ordered - large portion - I don't really remember the taste, not the most flavorful compared to the other saucier dishes ---- Notes: - there are some small discrepancies of prices on the menu bs what were were charged - the Dark and Funky Papaya Salad was listed on the menu as $14.88 but was charged $14.98 - and the Taro Cococane was listed as $7.75 but was charged as $8.25 - some menu items don't have any description and only the name of the dish so I'd ask what it tastes like or what it is - minus 1.25 star total for price discrepancies, service, and menu missing descriptions ---- Overall: large portions of yummy food, open late, can be a guessing game on what the dishes are, but if you know what you like the price and portions are worth it! read more

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Lao food first timer here! This was our first stop after the 5 hour drive from Vegas. We have Lao restaurants there but I haven't tried them yet. The large menu here was a mix of familiar Thai dishes and new-to-us food, there is also a bar. We shared the Sakoo Yat Sai (tapioca dumplings stuffed with pork, served with lettuce, onion, peanuts and other garnishes), Mok Fish (Lao style catfish, steamed in banana leaves with aromatics), and the Yum Nua (Thai beef salad). I loved how every dish was so fresh and colorful, with great presentation. The catfish was the family favorite, and even my toddler enjoyed it. The tapioca balls had a fun texture and we enjoyed building wraps with them. Steak salad was on the spicier side, leftovers were refreshing the next day. Service was friendly and location was clean. A few staff members came over to marvel at my toddler devouring the catfish dish. Looking forward to trying more Lao dishes back home, will have to see how they compare! read more

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So Saap's green thai tea hate to see me cominggggg cus Imma devour this in under five minutes!!!! Seriously so good and not overly sweet at all. It has the perfect amount of tea and creaminess. One thing Id love for them to add to the drink menu is a herbal jelly topping, I think it'd go perfect with this drink. 10/10 recommend :) Service was quick with a relaxing ambiance. read more

So Saap - Thai GREEN tea 24oz - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Came by for So Saap's 6-year anniversary dinner special, and it reminded me why this is one of my favorite spots! I ordered the grilled chicken platter with papaya salad and sticky rice, and everything was absolutely delicious. The grilled chicken was juicy and packed with flavor, the papaya salad had the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and spicy, and the sticky rice tied it all together. I also had the laab crispy chicken skin, which was incredibly crispy, flavorful, and seriously addicting. For drinks, I tried both the watermelon and strawberry sugar cane drinks, and they were so refreshing the perfect pairing with the meal. The staff is always incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the service is consistently excellent. Between the amazing food, great drinks, and top-tier hospitality, So Saap never disappoints. Congratulations on 6 amazing years! I'll definitely be back again and again. Highly recommend! read more

So Saap - Chicken platter, sticky rice, and crispy chicken skin - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Both the nam khao and crispy salmon belly were so crispy!! The pork wasn't too sour in the nam khao and had the perfect amount of spice! The crispy salmon was so juicy and the sticky rice was soft and perfect texture Service is great and overall place is very aesthetic and good for dates, families, and friends :) read more

So Saap - Fried salmon belly with jel som - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

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Parking lot is small and narrow but store is easy to find. The restaurant is big and spacious which decent amount of seating. Service was good and menu was easy to read. We ordered the Lao Style papaya salad, Nam Khao, and Yum Nuea, as well as the sugarcane juice (soo good!!!). The papaya salad was not my favorite as the fish sauce flavor was way too overpowering. I felt like it made my stomach uncomfy, so I was disappointed as I was really looking forward to it. The Nam Khao was my favorite as there was a lot of leafy greens and was a large portion. The Yum Nuea was alright as well... it was drenched in sauce which isn't my preference, but I should have known. The sticky rice we got on the side was a great pair for it though. Overall, I don't think I'd come again unless I was in the area since it is pretty out of the way for me and I had high hopes for it. I'm glad I was able to try it out though. read more

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This restaurant truly brings Thailand and Laos to the United States! The food was absolutely amazing, and the service was excellent from start to finish. We ordered three dishes, and every single one was delicious, the famous Laotian plate , the beef is a little dry , other than that no complaint . The portion is huge.  The wait is little longer than expected . Only one thing is that their spice level is authentic and be very hot. If you don't handle spice well, I recommend only order mild . The name "SO SAAP " matches their restaurant perfectly! The atmosphere was clean and welcoming, and the servers were friendly, attentive, and professional. The flavors felt authentic and reminded us of real Thai and Lao cuisine. If you haven't had the chance to visit Thailand or Laos yet, this is the perfect place to experience the taste of home. The authentic food, warm hospitality, and clean environment make this restaurant a must try .  Highly recommended ! read more

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It was my friends' first times trying Lao food, and this was a great place to introduce them to the cuisine. Our server Venna was also the best!! She helped us w our questions abt the menu and was so warm & welcoming! We got: Nam Khao** Laab Beef** Lao Famous Plate Pad Thai Crab Fried Rice All were very yummy, but the starred dishes were our collective favorites. Would def come again :) read more

So Saap - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

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one of the best thai places in san diego and definitely my favorite. Pad thai had so much flavor and the noodles were cooked perfectly. I literally dream about their pad thai and it's a good size portion too. I do miss the bamboo style plate that they used to serve it on. The boat noodles ALSO SOO GOOD AND FLAVOR PACKED. Thai style papaya salad great fermented flavor but not too overly fermented. The papaya was so fresh and had a great crunch and it wasn't sliced too thick. The sauce was soo good that I kept dipping the cabbage in it. Also beware that it's spicy even level 2 or 3 Drunken noodles... amazing. Everything is just very well cooked and had great flavor. There are so many thai places in SD, but once you try it, you'll see why this place stands out. Service was nice but it did take a bit of time to get everything even though it was a weekday night. read more

So Saap - pad thai and Papaya Salad - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Tried So Saap and really liked it! I got the khao piak sen and the broth was super garlicky in the best way, with nice chewy noodles. The Lao-style papaya salad (level 2 spice) was sooo good, just the right amount of heat and strong flavor. We also got the nam khao (crispy rice). Loved the crispiness of the ride with the chewiness of the fermented pork. Got a calamansi sugar cane juice too and it was really refreshing with everything. Portions are pretty big and the food came out fast. The interior was modern and nicely decorated. read more

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Husband and I were in SD for the weekend and came here for dinner. I never had Lao food before (except for Lao sausages) so we decided to try the crispy rice dish. It was a very good dish! It had a lot of ingredients I'm familiar with like this fermented/cured sour pork that we also eat in Vietnamese cuisine. The dish is not too salty, you eat it with lettuce wrap but I was just eating it by the spoonful. Another dish we got was the panang curry with beef. Also really good. Last dish we got was the Lao sausage appetizer. It was ok IMO. I wouldn't order again but I think that's just me. A little salty for me but it did seem like a popular dish as a lot of tables ordered it. We also ordered the fried salmon belly but they accidentally brought us fried pork belly which I tired a piece of then realized it wasn't salmon. They took it back and didn't bring us the salmon but it was ok b/c we were really full. The fried pork belly that I did get to try a piece of was really really good. If we ever came back I'd get this. I liked that the menu lists gluten free items clearly. Service was good, very friendly although just a bit disorganized. Nothing that would deter us from coming back though. read more

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I always try to prioritize cuisines that are less commonly found when visiting bigger cities and not to mention ones with lots of vegan options. This is why So Saap made it to the itinerary. I have had Laotian food mostly in DC and was excited to try it here again. So Saap had an extensive vegan menu in addition to the non-vegan offerings. The dishes were presented beautifully in Laotian plating style. My husband and I tried these dishes: - Nam Khao crispy rice salad w/ Fried Tofu- This was our favorite. We tend to always like this dish. -Kao poon Laotian style curry noodle soup -Sakoo (filled tapioca balls) with ground vegan chicken, sautéed radish, peanuts balled in tapioca top fried garlic, wrapped in lettuce, cilantro -They were kind to honor my request for only white ones as the green ones have food coloring which I prefer to avoid. The tapioca balls were harder and more chewy here I think and I didn't notice the filling as much. We enjoyed our meal and I'd totally come back here to try more in the future. My general rating system: 1 star: I would stay away 2 stars: Has some good things about it but I generally don't recommend. 3 stars: Pretty good. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back but a decent place 4 stars: Great place. I would go back. 5 stars: I highly recommend stopping whatever you are doing and making plans to try it out! An Evie favorite! read more

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Restaurants serve food, but places like SoSaap create experiences--and that's why we'll keep coming back. Back at SoSaap Thai & Laos Kitchen in San Diego for our second visit, and it was every bit as amazing as the first! From the moment we walked in, Chan recognized our family, remembered us from months ago, and even seated us at the same table. That's the kind of service that turns first-time guests into loyal customers. We even got to meet Mama Laurie she's a true gem! The food was absolutely incredible: Emma enjoyed the Vegan Khao Soy Katrina loved the Green Curry with Shrimp Liam devoured the Beef Skewers I had the Lemongrass Rib Eye with Sticky Rice and Laos-style Papaya Salad Everything was fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Emma also loved her Dragon Cane drink, and the Thai Teas were the perfect complement to an outstanding meal. Exceptional food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere. If you're looking for authentic Thai and Laos cuisine in San Diego, SoSaap is a must-visit! read more

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My best friend took me here for my first time . Have always wanted to try this place. It's a hole in the wall but those are the best places to eat from . We ordered lemongrass grilled steak, garlic ribs, and papaya salad along with sticky rice . The steak was tender and very tasty . The ribs were good and papaya salad can never go wrong . The service was fast and very attentive . I will definite come back read more

So Saap - Papaya salad Garlic pork Ribs steak - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

The casual restaurant offers a trendy ambiance with a huge extensive menu. So Saap is located in a small shopping strip in City Heights with really tight parking, so beware. We visited on February 17 and were greeted and seated immediately. There were about four other parties dining. Our server let us know she was the only one working and asked us to bear with her, but honestly service felt totally fine. It was a very appropriate pace and we never felt rushed or forgotten. She was super sweet and even brought out a carousel of spices after we ordered. I do wish it was labeled, but everything was delicious. My favorite was the pickled jalapeños because the acidity helped balance the oilier dishes. We came during happy hour. I ordered the mini Thai boat noodle for $7 and a longan tea. My partner got the drunken noodles with chicken at a 4 spice level. We shared the fried salmon belly and I grabbed the laab flavored chicken skin snack bag to go. Longan Tea Smooth, cold, and refreshing. On the sweeter side but with a clear longan flavor. It reminded me of my mom's Sâm Bổ Lượng. So good with spicy food. Fried Salmon Belly For around 14.50, you get eight pieces with jel som sauce on the side. The sauce had garlic, cilantro, sweet, sour, and salty notes that paired perfectly with the fatty salmon. I do wish it was a little more crispy because some parts were soggy, but overall still a solid appetizer. Thai Boat Noodle Warm and comforting with a rich dark broth flavored with beef blood. I got two braised pieces of beef and a good handful of noodles. For $7 during happy hour, the portion felt right and it actually filled me up. Drunken Noodles They did this right. Great ratio of noodles, veggies, and protein. Just the right amount of seasoning and spice. No complaints here. Laab Chicken Skin Snack Bag If you grew up loving chicharrones, imagine that but with chicken skin flavor. Crisp, crunchy, then it melts in your mouth. Tangy from lime and nutty from toasted rice. Addictive. At $10 a bag, it is honestly worth it. Overall, I really enjoyed this visit. Kind service, flavorful food, and a menu that makes me want to come back and try more. read more

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From the this place looks skeptical but magic happens once you stepped in. We're greeted with wide welcoming smiles and seated soon after. Everything in the menu looks delicious. Too many good food to choose. We picked the Khmer beef skewers, Papaya Salad, Garlic Pork Ribs, and Panang Curry. All are So Saap, which we learned, translates to So Delicious! We will be back with friends to try more stuff. p.s this crispy fried chicken skins (laab flavor) is very addictive! read more

So Saap - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for lunch and got the famous Laotian platter! So yummy! Came with some sticky rice, papaya salad, 2 kinds of beef jerky, meat ball and sausage! Good lordt! I also grabbed a bag of chicken skins to pair with the papaya salad and that was the best thing I could've done. To wash it all down I got some hot green tea. That was ok. Next time I'll just ask for hot water lol. I also got the gang nor mai to go under grandmas favorite. Can't wait to have that for dinner later. Service was good, there was only 1 person on the floor and the person before me had 101 questions lol smh. But it was ok, the server was super sweet and informative. The place is big and open and their plating was very instagrammy! read more

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Their vegan appetizer platter was good especially the drum sticks which is made from mushrooms. Great consistency. Plus, vegan duck plate was spiced so well. The service was terrific! She was so informative in what we wanted to know. Great ambiance. Only thing, parking was But hey! It's all about the food . Definitely planning to go back next week to try another of their vegan dish. read more

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Was recommended to visit from our Lao friends for some authentic food. We tried the poke and the steak with quickly rice. Portions are good and definitely shareable. Restaurant is located in a corner plaza with many other business. Plenty of parking although sometimes that area can be busy because of the Starbucks. Service was superb. I'll start of with the poke- I believed it was over seasoned as it was a bit to salty to enjoy however we asked for hot chili and it gave it a better taste. I'd say a 6/10, fresh fish but not seasoned how I typically have tried and like poke to taste but presentation was beautiful. The steak platter was delicious. Also platted nicely and flavors were on point t. I'd score it a 9.5/10 and would have liked to have a crack sauce to go with it like our friends make at home. Nonetheless, we are spoiled with authentic Lao family cuisine and wanted something restaurant like to compare to and this was ok and it did the job. Pro's about the restaurant are the nice decor, family style dishes, many vegan options to choose from, friendly staff, great customer service, and the crispy chicken skin!!! Crispy chicken skin is a must try. We tried our first bag and will go back for more. It's sweet yet savory at the same time and so crispy. Would come back for the chicken skin alone for sure! read more

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I haven't been to many Laotian restaurants, but this was a solid experience overall. We ordered the mixed meat platter, noodles, and tom kha, and everything was flavorful. I had to order everything with no spice since I don't tolerate heat well, and it was still tasty, which I appreciated. Not a bad option if you're craving Laotian food--I'd definitely come back again. read more

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Vegan Thai?!!!!!! Sign me up. There was so many options I didn't know what to get so I got just about half the menu the server MJ was the best so helpful and so kind. The place is so cute too the vegan appetizer tower was phenomenal the vegan drumstick was my favorite! The sauces it came with were so flavorful. I am already planning my visit back! read more

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Ordered takeout on a Sunday night. While the lady who was taking our order over the phone seemed very customer-oriented, when we arrived, the service was the complete opposite. We understand the restaurant was quite busy (very much so - it was hard to hear any of the servers over their music system and the chatter), but there were sadly several people waiting aside from us for their pick-up orders. We were given an estimated time to pick up the food, and waited well over 30 minutes past that. We were also asked a few times while we were waiting whose name the order was for, and we couldn't help but finally feel a bit disappointed when they seemed confused about the status of our order. When we finally returned to the Airbnb, we discovered they had forgotten our order of sticky rice. I had ordered the Green Curry (as spicy as they can allow) and was greeted with an underwhelming heat. Unfortunately, the food was just not worth the wait and frustration that came with the experience; however, I do wish them luck as it seems they're trying, and perhaps it was just one of those hectic dinner rushes where details were overlooked and staff were just exhausted. read more

So Saap - Takeout: Thum Saap Platter and Mango Sticky Rice - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

Food: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Portions: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 4/5 Price: $$ Takeout: yes Outdoor seating: no ADA access: yes Restrooms: yes, unisex Dogs: no Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes, many Ambiance: casual Pros: great food, excellent customer service, extensive menu (including large vegan menu), great for groups, open late Cons: none! read more

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I haven't been here in a few years and they totally re did it making it more nice and open inside! Came on a Saturday night and it was busy but not too busy where we had to wait to sit. The service was great and friendly. They offer Laos and Thai food so you can choose what you like! Everything was delicious! Our favorites were the crab fried rice and the Laos papaya salad ! We also enjoyed the jerky and the sausage. Pretty much everything had such a good flavor and you can choose your spice! read more

So Saap - beef jerky ( seen lod) W/sticky rice - Thai Near Me - San Diego, California

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I've been here twice this week lol I would recommend: - Green Thai tea with coconut milk - Pad Thai (chicken is juicy, not dry at all) - Drunken Noodle - Fried Salmon Belly - Cream Cheese Wontons (they use real crab) Such a wide selection of thai and lao food!! I'll keep trying the other items. I love the noodle dishes because I love how the pad Thai and drunken noodles are very glossy and bouncy. A lot of other places make their pad thai too sweet and the noodles too mushy. This place does it perfectly! read more

My cousin recommended us this place to eat! Upon walking in, decor is really nice, more of a modern simpler look than most usual thai restaurants. Lady who sat us told us she wasn't our server, so we were waiting to see if they would come out after deciding what we wanted to eat...30 minutes later, our waiter is nowhere to be found, a family sat next to us 10 minutes after we sat and were also waiting in the same section with the same server. The lady who sat us and wasn't our server had to take BOTH our orders. after ordering food started coming out already thank goodness!! I was hungry!! Papaya Salad 7/10 : really good spice level 2, at first thought it was gonna be salty but the saltiness held back itself which surprised me Drunken noodles 6/10 : did not have bold flavors it was the most muted dish, it didnt meet my expectations and was kind of disappointed however eating these noodles with the sauces from every dish made it delicious. Kha Soy 7.5/10 : always love the texture in this dish! Meat FELL OFF THE BONE! i loved how creamy and coconuty the curry is, sauce was great with the drunken noodles haha Thai Catfish 9/10 : YOU HAVE TO ORDER THIS! the flavor is complex and balanced, for people who dont like fish I literally thought it was orange chicken or something LOL, best dish of the night Fried Banana with coconut ice cream 7.5/10 : great dessert to end my delicous meal!!! Coconut sugarcane drink 9/10 : Soooo yummy and refreshing Green thai tea 6/10 : was expecting green tea and thai tea or whatever to shine but it just tasted like milk tea after finishing all of our food and dishes were taken away read more

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The food was amazing and the inside was a vibe. Great for a dinner with the family, no long wait times and the service was fast.

Was a bit bummed that this new joint replaced Ban Lao. Came on a weekday for lunch and my party of 3 was immediately seated. We all ordered lunch specials with drinks for $2 extra. The drinks were a bit too sweet for us unfortunately. I usually get my drinks with half sugar but the server told us they come pre-sweetened. The lunch specials all came with a small tom yum soup on the side with our entrees. It was definitely on the saltier side but couldn't complain since it's complimentary. I ordered the drunken noodle with beef and felt the beef was definitely on the dryer side. The presentation was sooo pretty though! Overall, felt this spot kinda missed the mark on the food read more

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