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    Soi OB

    4.5 (396 reviews)
    ModerateNoodles, Thai, Salad
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Adina S.

    This place is a great vibe! They have a pretty extensive menu, with lots of noodle, rice, curry, and soup options. The portions are pretty decent, especially if you go for the noodles. I enjoyed the curry too, but I've had better. The restaurant is pretty casual, so I think a lot of people do take out, but you can certainly dine in as well. I'd recommend sitting outside if the weather is nice. The wait staff came out and checked on us frequently, which doesn't always happen when you go for the outdoor option. Solid spot overall!

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    Jasmine T.

    Came across this spot from Yelp & decided to try it for dinner (dine in). Their service is so good. The food came out so quickly for a party of 3. We had ordered: Crying Tiger, Tom Kha & Pineapple Fried Rice It hit the spot! They definitely don't skimp out on the protein & veggies & prices were fair. They have a few tables inside for dine in. Parking is all street parking.

    Do H.

    Tasty and Affordable and with reasonable ambiance around this area. Just little confuse ordering from dining.

    There's a parking lot! No, it's not in the laundry place lol
    Juliana C.

    Teeny tiny place in OB, I haven't been here in a few years. We were in the area so I thought we'd pick up something for dinner. I couldn't recall not liking it... it's been that long. We ordered the following items - Fried pork belly appetizer- this was almost inedible. It was overcooked and very chewy. We didn't finish this. - Pad Thai with chicken - I usually like pad Thai, but the noodles were very gummy. It was not pleasant trying to eat this. - Thai basil fried rice with chicken - simple, nothing crazy, it was very plain tasting. The chicken throughout the dishes were very dry and overcooked. - Thai tea - I like this, but that was it. Sadly I didn't recall my previous experience eating here before our last visit and save myself a bad meal. :( Not going to forget this time! Staff was nice tho. Maybe the kitchen was having an off night. Maybe I'll try again in a few years. 2025: 18

    Yellow Curry

    I ordered the value yellow curry meal. The vegetable rolls were ice cold on the inside the first time they were served to me. The carrots and potatoes in the curry were not cooked they were rock hard. I'm guessing the raw vegetables were added at the last minute. I'm glad I got the value portion because I was disappointed. The server was nice

    kira l.

    literally SO GOOD!! i got tom yum soup, pad thai, and basil fried rise!! all of the food was genuinely incredible. i got medium spice which was wayyy too spicy and i usually can handle spice, but that's okay!!

    Mango Curry, papaya salad and Khao Soi Soup
    Cheryl G.

    This little hole-in-the-wall wasn't even on my radar until I found it on Yelp. Quite tasty! The woman at the counter who greeted us was very friendly and happy to make suggestions. She was also cute, she offered me a little chopstick napkin apparatus that would make it easier for me to eat with chopsticks, but I don't need that. I still appreciated the gesture! We got the papaya salad, Mango Curry and Khao Soi Soup. Everything was delicious, although I found the mango curry to be a little on the watery side. My favorite item was the Khao Soi soup. It was full of veggies and I liked the contrast of texture between the noodles in the soup and the crunchy noodles on top of the soup. We went for the mock duck because I thought it would be easier to eat that than a chicken leg in the soup. I also really enjoyed the papaya salad and thought it was a fun bonus that it came with two juicy shrimp.

    Victoria L.

    Neon green curry? What the heck is that? I never had green curry dyed the chicken meat like that? On top of that they gave me maybe 3 pieces of chicken for $17.. never again. Stick to zab Linda if you want authentic Thai.

    Green Curry
    Rudy H.

    Pretty solid Thai that is friendly and welcoming. You order at the counter and pay right away and your order would be delivered to you to your table. Menu was pretty mainstream Thai with few addition of street food. Prices were very reasonable and the ambiance was cozy and comfortable. I ordered green curry with beef, it was good and will come back to try the other things next time.

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    Eid F.

    It's hard to drive past this place without having the urge to get some Pad Thai. Order at the register and they bring the food out to you. Relaxed, chill inside and outside seating.

    Yellow Curry
    Emily D.

    Love this spot so much! It's got a warm, chill vibe, and the food slaps! We got the yellow curry with chicken on the lunch special and a side of egg rolls. The food came out so quickly and it was incredible. The curry was such a great flavor, and the eggrolls were fried to perfection. The service was great. Very warm, welcoming and attentive!!! We didn't get them this time, but 10/10 recommend the mango sticky rice and crab wontons.

    Jackie T.

    First time and already a fan. The inside was super clean. The staff was very nice and polite. You place your order at the counter and grab a seat. They have indoor and outdoor seating. The food came out quick and fast. The food was super flavorful and fresh. We got the panang curry with beef. Love the spicy no joke it's pretty spicy. We shared the Pad Kee Mao Roasted Pork, they definitely did not skimp on the roasted pork. Both the dishes we had were very tasty. Thank you Soi OB for a delicious first time. I can't wait to come back and try something else on the menu.

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    Jane A.

    THAI FOOD FROM THAILAND...and Thai people (5 stars + meteor shower + SpaceX starlinks) Have you ever been to OB, Thailand? Me neither until recently. When the food is THAT good it makes you feel like you been teleported from OB to Bangkok/Chiangmai/Sakhon/Phuket/Krab on every single bite. Took me 7+ years to find my favorite Thai restaurant in San Diego and it's in OB (not in Convoy area). Soi OB is next to a laundry mat in the heart of Ocean Beach. This place is the truth. It's also the sister to SoI 30 but the better sister. - FOOD: F-A-N.tastic - PRICE: affordable and fair - SERVICE: sweet owner - AMBIANCE: cute and simple humble shop :: FOOD:: Had to test run the food with the go-to's and was not disappointment! Cooked per order, fresh tasting, clean. I left feeling full but not heavy afterwards. BEEF JERKY ($12.95) - fried beef jerky served with their house tamarind hot sauce. I never had a bad beef jerky at a Thai resultant but their version has meatier stripes than others. Nearly the same flavor but the portion was very generous. It comes with a side of sticky rice and their house tamarind hot sauce... hot is an understanding! HIGHLY RECOMMEND PAD THAI ($14.95) - rice vermicelli noodles stir fried in tamarind sauce, with egg, bean sprouts, green onion, crushed peanuts, cilantro, and a wedge of lime. I ordered this with tofu because I wanted protein but I wanted a protein that didn't add flavor to the dish so I could throughly taste their execution. OK! This was one of the best Phad Thai's I've had in SD/SoCal. It was perfect! Portion to price, ratio of ingredients, and the balance of flavor. It didn't have that overkill tamarind sauce nor flavor or any taste of fish sauce. Every ingredient folded in so well and complimented each other. It was clean tasting - you'll know what I mean. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Shame on me... I didn't leave room for dessert. That is very unlike me but will make up for it next time. :: SERVICE :: Order food, pay at the front, and seat yourself. The menu has some dishes I don't often see at other Thai restaurants. The owner and chef are from Thailand - everything about this place is authentic! The owner was so sweet and she ran the front and gave me tips since I couldn't make up my mind if I should try what I know or something new. There is a lady in the back doing all the cooking per order (if that be here orders or to-go orders). Small businesses have love and support. Show this place some love and tip generously. I'm about to be a regular and you know me I will eat the entire menu if I need to. I already know my next order and can't wait to come back. JABA APPROVED. Until the next bite.

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    Interesting and delicious menu options. We had the Khao Soi and green curry noodle. Spice levels are a little uneven.

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    Super good food! A bit expensive and they don't allow you to adjust spice levels but overall very tastet

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    I love it here. I'm so glad OB has this level of authentic Thai in our back yard. The food speaks for itself.

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    4 years ago

    Best Thai food in SanDiego ! My favorite is the panang curry :) it's all delicious though

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    Great food and service. Outside patio has an authentic Ocean Beach vibe. My go to spot as a local!

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    Wooow is an understatement here! The green curry and moo ping are phenomenal, the flavors are delicious!

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    Loved it here! The curry was delicious and the staff was so very sweet! Will def be coming back again! Nice all around environment!

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    Food is filling but average at best. Customer service is either Rude or dismissive no one smiles ever. Cold empty space.

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    3 years ago

    We ordered take out, staying at a local resort buy just needed some new food options. Pad Thai (hot) and Green Curry were on point!

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    Lunch special is great. I got the dunk and it's great!! Clean and nice as well. Will recommend

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    I went to SoiOb for the first time this week with my friend and was pleasantly surprised. Great noodles and better thai tea !! I

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    Lovely restaurant in OB with a great ambiance and great service. Food is amazing too!

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    Yummmmmmmy authentic Thai Good hard working staff and great flavors. Pad see ew was 10/10!

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    5 years ago

    $15 for a togo before tax and there is barely any meat. This explains why this place is empty all the time.

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