This place have 2 chairs with 2 tables and another 2 work chairs with no table. One person works, no restroom. Next to Rubios and across Costco. I was looking for restaurant that I could relax a bit before my work at 1. Picked the wrong place. I ordered fried rice and it was ok. Too lazy to ask for condiments, things that I dont need to ask if Its a sit down restaurant read more

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I will never come here again! If I could give zero stars, I would. As I watched my food be prepared, the person preparing my food wasn't wearing any gloves. He blew his nose into a tissue and didn't wash his hands after either. He continued to prepare my food. I then saw him wipe his nose with the inside of his shirt and again, didn't wash his hands. He grabbed veggies from a bowl with his bare hands and placed them on the stove where my food was cooking. I was disgusted and should have cancelled and asked for a refund, but I didn't. I ended up tossing my food. This has got to be a health inspection violation. It's a hole in the wall joint, with no seating available. You walk through the double doors and order at a cart. It was dingy, dirty and filthy. I do not recommend this place. read more

Food was okay. Wish I looked at the yelp reviews before going instead of the google reviews. Food was pretty bland and for the prices not really worth it. Portion size was decent and the Thai iced tea was pretty good. read more

On this chilly Oct day I was craving Thai food. So I searched for what was closest to me and this place was it. Although they had none of what I had in mind to order. I decided I was still going try it out and order something. That something was Tom Yum soup with chicken and pad-see-ew noodles with beef. I asked for extra broccoli in the noodles too. I came to pick up my food and discovered it's take out only. Which is what I was doing anyway so I thought how perfect. I got home and was surprised at the big portion of noodles. The soup I'm not sure of the size I received because I ordered a small but they charged me for a large. Which I didn't realize till I had already left. So I have no idea if what I got was the small or their large size. ok back to the food, it was absolutely delicious!!!! My plan was to have leftovers for tmrw but that almost didn't happen! The soup was delicious and had so much flavor, the lemongrass and all the veggies except for the tomato lol does Tom Yum usually have tomato? Idk but it was good despite the tomato. But definitely order the noodles, even though I prefer the broccolini which pad-see-ew is usually made with I didn't mind the regular broccoli, it also had a lot of beef and the portion was huge and ohhh sooo much flavor, I will be ordering that again! read more

Thai Fresh - Pad See Ew with beef and extra broccoli ;) - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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Food was good! :( Thai Fresh (1016 Tierra Del Rey, Chula Vista, CA 91910) Ordered closed on November 19 for Proper Handwashing Facilities - Minor; Holding Temperatures - Minor; Vermin - Major; Warewashing Facilities Maintained - Out of Compliance; Equipment and Utensil Storage, Use - Out of Compliance; and Equipment, Utensils, Linens Storage and Use - Out of Compliance. read more

Horrible experience. The food tasted disgusting and everything felt extremely unhygienic. The man working there literally picked his nose and then touched my food. The person preparing the food had their hair loose with no gloves on. The entire place was dirty, covered in grease everywhere, and smelled like old burnt oil. Honestly one of the worst places I've ever eaten at. I would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

Still highly recommend this place! Maybe it's just my memory but the portion size seemed larger this time :) read more

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The best pad Thai in East Chula Vista. The service is fast and the owner is very nice. I had the pad Thai with tofu and the combination of flavors was excellent. The pasta was well done, the ground peanuts and lemon gave it a great flavor contrast I totally recommend this local business read more

Thai Fresh - Pad Thai with tofu - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Had the pad Thai. It was Just okay. The chicken was gross, dry and incredibly tough. I didn't eat anymore of it. read more

Thai Fresh - Dry, tough chicken - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Glad there is good Thai down south. Try the crab fried rice or crab pad Thai. It's real crab--not krab.

This is a cute little shop in a shopping plaza right across Costco. I ordered their Thai tea and a small Tom yum soup with shrimp. It was about 13 bucks so not bad. The soup came with three shrimps so if you want extra just ask. You do have to ask for condiments even when ordering online they won't automatically give it to you. They have two patio tables outside where you can eat with shade. I visited on a Tuesday afternoon even tho yelp said it was closed. So I'd call and verify. read more

Thai Fresh - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

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The food and service has always been great. I used to get the beef salad a lot and it was very light and fresh. I haven't had it in a while and decide to get it today. Unfortunately it tasted a lot different. Very salty and fishy and not as much citrus and acidity to balance it out. It was actually Wayyy too salty. But I give you guys a 4 since this is the first negative experience I've had. Hope the recipe changes back read more

The food is quite delicious! The staff is also quite nice and helpful. They made a mistake on our dish and they let us just keep it! What?? We love panang curry and pad see ew so we got one of each no spice and mild. Even "no spice" was spicy so the kids had a LOT of rice with it. Just beware there's no air conditioning! read more

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A little disappointed, especially given the good reviews. This place is definitely takeout-only, as I didn't see any seating available to enjoy a meal. I ordered Pad Thai, spring rolls, and Tom Kha soup (not Tom Yum). I love Thai food and know the difference between the two soups. I'm not a big fan of Tom Yum since it's too sour for my taste, but I love the rich, coconut milk flavor of Tom Kha. Unfortunately, they got my order wrong and gave me Tom Yum instead, which was a bummer. Kha and Yum don't even sound the same. As for the spring rolls, they forgot my peanut sauce, so I had nothing to dip them in--another letdown. And no chopsticks? What kind of Asian food place doesn't have chopsticks? I asked for utensils, but they only had forks and spoons. I prefer eating noodles with chopsticks, so that was disappointing as well. The Pad Thai noodles were okay, but I've had better. Considering there are better Thai food options in San Diego, I gave this place a generous 3 stars. Overall, the food was average. I debated giving it 2 stars, mainly because they messed up my order and forgot the peanut sauce, but I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt and a chance to correct their mistakes, so I settled on an average rating. If you decide to try this place, I'd recommend double-checking your order before leaving. It's hard to find good Thai food in South San Diego. All the good Thai food is up north in the Hillcrest/North Park area, like Bahn Thai, Taste of Thai, White Elephant, Veganic Thai Cafe, or Plumeria. You won't be disappointed in these places if you love Thai food. Sometimes you have to stick to what you know! read more

Disgusting! Not something you want to see in your yellow curry when you already ate half of it... will never order from here again. read more

Thai Fresh - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

I'd admit there was a time I would make that 25-30min. drive from home just to enjoy their Thai fried rice. Fast forward---that won't be happening anytime soon after yesterday's offering. Only reason I was in their neighborhood was I had to drop off a few items to a client who just so happened to be in the nail salon across the parking lot--hence my excuse for stopping by Thai Fresh. Along with it being before they closed at 3pm. In hindsight, I should've kept it movin' and dined at my new connect slash supplier of that (crack like) Thai which located in East County and only 15min drive from hizzy. And no I won't mention them here as I gotta tap in on their review as they ain't a hunnit all the time either. But it ain't about them it's about Thai Fresh, so let get me back on track before I eventually disembark off the Thai Fresh train ride that was good while it lasted. So again, I used to dine here at least 5 times a month if not more. So I'm familiar with the quality and turn around. The latter may have added to my gripe. But again my order should be just as important as the feast they were scrambling to get out the door when the customer fire lane parked at their door. I had made it clear on my order what I needed via my "vegan script" I run down when ordering Thai--"make it vegan with no fish sauce, no MSG and no eggs". I went an extra step and requested brown rice as it was available and my preference for the entree I had ordered. Well here's where the disconnect and their addition to my "hell to naw I won't be back droppin' none of my hard earned bread here anytime soon list" I've been compiling for over 5yrs during my vegan travels. My order was to be over rice and I asked for brown. Of course they do that tight ass knot on your to-go orders, when they can close the bag and today that knot was extra tight. After I ripped the bag apart to check my order, I was like "ahhh they on one today" as if they weren't aware I'm an apex BHA vegan brutha who don't do wait til I get home to check my order. I politely when back to the door and explained that I ordered brown rice not white. Expecting they'd remake my order since it was over rice---not today OJay!! I was kindly appeased as if I was gonna get it done right, but to my dismay they nuked the hell out some brown rice and gave it to me as if to say "you can figure it out on how you got the spice out the white rice into the brown we just level 20 nuked for ya!!" Okay, here's were the no shame being the founder and BHA Vegan El Jefe y El President kicked in. I hastily transferred as much of my entre as I could into the brown rice container and not wanting to betray the BHA Vegan oath I ate any white rice that had be infused with spices and sauce that I couldn't transfer. But for the record I didn't eat the white rice just about 25% give or take a couple extra spoonfuls for GP. And yes I went against the BHA Vegan mantra--we eats what's plated and vegan!! Again I'm aware of their 3pm closure, but if you mess it up, fix it!! If my entre wasn't already over rice then I wouldn't be here!! But since they messed my order up and then cast to the side as if I'll be back!! Not happnin' captin'!! Yes, I purposely left off what entre I ordered. If not I would've lost you about 20 lines ago. I order mock duck garlic pepper. I got plenty of garlic. Albeit I ate the majority of that flavor in the white rice consumption previously detailed. The mock duck was mid as phuck--no rhyme skeme intended but it was appropriate as used. Pepper?---see white rice verbiage. Overall the experience left me feeling as if their 3pm break took precedence over a botched order and made it easy for me to decide on where to buy a few platters for an upcoming event I'm tasked to be the "Vegan Guy" on the food committee. Had I made them aware I was eyeing them for a future event prior to my order--something I'd never do as I want normal treatment when I pay normal prices--I may have gotten that garlic pepper done right? Who knows? But wut a brutha does know--me trekking south on the 805 then east on E H Street won't be on my to do list anytime in the near or distant future. I've had my last meal there and appreciate the past good ones. But my gas and dining coins will better serve me staying with the establiments that will go the extra 5-10 minutes to correct their mistake. So if you ever east on E H Street and it ain't close to 3pm they may be your spot? For me they in the rear view. I digress. read more

I love their pad Thai, call ahead and pick up your food. I like to support these hard working ladies business

Bland, overpriced food at this point. Prices are double what they used to be and they're not even careful to make sure your order is correct. The pad sew ew frozen dinner from Trader Joe's with some added brown sauce and an egg is better than what they're serving here. Not wasting my time or my money again. read more

Both the owners and workers are very kind and always have a great attitude. The food is a huge hit, no matter what you pick. The wait times are not bad at all and usually they keep you posted on when your turn is next. I started eating here during the peak of the pandemic and the service and food is what has brought me back again and again all these years. A true hidden gem. read more

Food was great. Always love coming for a light lunch. Totally recommend, super tasty and prices are great.

This place is fantastic! I've had it a few years ago, so when we ordered takeout I was hoping the quality was the same. I honestly think it was better than I remembered. I ordered the pad Thai with chicken and made it spicy along with beef fried rice. Everything was exactly how I expect both dishes to taste and you can tell the quality of ingredients is top notch. I have to note also my delivery driver got lost, so my food wasn't fresh out of the store and it was still delicious. We'll definitely be placing more orders in the future. read more

Me and my wife always love eating here. Always love eating the Pad Thai and Pad see ew.

I have been a fan of this place for about 10yrs (back in my Southwestern College Days) no seating...don't care. Walk up and order...only pick up Togo, PERFECT! Always fresh and hot! Sweet Basil Chicken and green curry or pad see ew ALL DELICIOUS! read more

The food is always fresh and very flavorful. There is nothing to report if ambiance as it is pick up only with no option to dine in. You pick up your food at the door which is the entrance to the kitchen. Great spot for take out. read more

I have no complaints about the food that comes out of this kitchen (except the fresh rolls are a bit on the bland side). The portions are good and everything tastes delicious. My only issue is the prices are VERY HIGH now. I get that inflation is raising prices across the board but you would think that a hole in the wall that has no dine-in service would have lower operational costs and perhaps those lower costs would be passed onto the patrons? Prices are what I would expect at Gaslamp District. But the dining experience is thatof an alley food truck at best. (A very tasty food truck) Would I eat here again? Probably. But this has now dropped down to #5 out of 5 places I would regularly order from. read more

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Forgot to take pictures but I ordered the Wonton soup it was good. And also ordered the Sticky rice with Mango. Very delicious. The ladies that work there are very nice , it was my first time trying, I will definitely be coming back to try something different. read more

The papaya salad is acceptable. The noodles are salty and it took 1 hr for the food to be ready.

BEST THAI TEA IN THE BUSINESS. I only come here for my Thai Tea and I don't live in the area. Love these guys

Take out (or eat in parking lot) only. Shrimp spring rolls are nothing but shredded cabbage with some paper thin shrimp. O stars. Tofu pad thai was sticky and had too much tomato -near a spaghetti vibe. Zero stars. The yellow curry was tasty but much thinner than expected. 4 stars. They also forgot our rice. With so many thai restaurants nearby, i would not recommend. read more

Probably the best food to get in this area tbh. Their food is delicious as always but I will say the spice level differs from who is cooking. I love spicy, so I don't mind but I notice when I order medium spicy it's different almost each time. If you can't handle spicy ask for mild alllll the time regardless if you want a little bit. The service is great too!! I call in and it's super convenient. read more

Best Thai food places. Always has the food ready to go. When ordering online be advise food might be ready before the timer states it is. So just walk in and ask for the status. ( pick up option) As per usual I get the drunken noodle with mild spice and with pork. Always done to perfection. read more

Thai Fresh - Drunken noodle with pork mild level 5 - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Nice little spot for a quick bite. I really like the idea behind this being a "brick & mortar" that only does takeout. Very simple and easy for a quick, on-the-go meal. With that said, they do have some tables and seating outside. Very small space and small tables so don't bring the family. The food was delicious. I ordered fresh rolls with tofu, chicken panang curry, and Thai iced tea with boba. The fresh rolls are monstrous! Absolute massive! Two are plenty and packed such great flavor. They are served with peanut sauce and a type of plum sauce I believe... it's like sweet n sour but has a little bite to it. Really tasty. The chicken panang curry was wonderful. Really nice and simple with carrots and broccoli. She did not ask if I wanted it spicy but it had a little Thai chili bite to it. Not much but enough to compliment the flavors well. Nice, rich flavor of curry and coconut milk that really hit my tastebuds well. And lastly, the Thai tea... very good and large sized boba. Perfect blend of tea with milk and sweetness. Overall really good experience here. I would check this place out if you're in the mood for solid Thai food. read more

Thai Fresh - Tofu Fresh Roll Panang Curry Thai Iced Tea - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Worst pad Thai I've ever had. They used to be good. We got a bad batch that was all tomato flavor. Will never go back. Pad see ew was ok but if you can't get pad Thai right, no respect. read more

Food is very good, call ahead or you will have along wait. There is no place to sit and eat.

Take-out and delivery are only available from this Thai restaurant and it was worth the time to put in an order and drive to the place. My chicken pad Thai was tasty, nice a hot -temperature-wise and with plenty of peanuts, bean sprouts and chicken, yet they were a bit over-cooked. Order was placed with pick-up time and it was ready! read more

Thai Fresh - Pad Thai With chicken - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Best Thai food in the South Bay hands down! A great little mom & pop hole in the wall type shop! Literally hole in the wall right next to Rubios. Been coming here for years & the food is always fresh, good & very affordable. Customer service is ok, they seem a bit series & the food can take a bit but that's why you order ahead of time & it's always fresh & good. Probably the best fried rice I've ever had. My kids love their chicken with fried rice, they won't even share it with me those ungrateful kids :( As for me I love their Pad Thai chicken level 5 on spice, it's on point! Dude it's so good I lick the box clean like a dog, no shame or lie, my wife thinks I'm gross but I don't care it's that good. I also get the Drunken Noodles & also very good with a great spice to it. It's my go to Thai food place, so support your local small businesses & give this place a try, trust, you'll love it! Thai Fresh keep on keeping it fresh baby, we'll see you soon! read more

I have been trying to support local businesses especially during these times. However I was very disappointed in the quality of food I received today. This was the 1st time at this location. I will admit The customer service is definitely a 5, very friendly And accommodating that is why I am giving them a 2... versus a 1... They are very cleanly in terms of wearing gloves and masks And requiring their customers to wear masks as well and stay outside of the door. I ordered the tofu yellow curry with broccoli instead of potatoes and red rice. I only received white rice even though I paid extra. And I live too far to go back and exchange. I was not asked the spiciness for the curry I am guessing they only had one level, but the flavour while it wasn't bad was not what I am used to from other Thai restaurants. The tofu was plan no flavor, the broccoli was overcooked and the onions and carrots were cooked fine. The one time soup had flavour, the wontons were not edible As shown in the pictures and the chicken (i believe!?) Was jerky dry with no flavor as shown in the pictures. Was in the area and decided to try this place, unfortunately I will not be back and I hope I do not have food poisoning as this review is written right after getting the food. Was looking forward to soup since it rained today. Could not eat this. read more

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For the price I pay, I expect to get what I ordered. Very often here they mess up my order and only replaced it once. They're trying to pass off "pumpkin" as zucchini. They say the measure the pumpkin, that's BS. Customer service sucks! If you wanna roll the dice and see what you get, then this is definitely your go to place. F em! read more

Thai Fresh - "pumpkin" curry... More like zucchini and green bean curry - Thai Near Me - Chula Vista, California

Thai is one of may favorite comfort food so I make sure I try very thai restaurant near me. Unfortunately this one didn't meet my expectation. The flavor of the tom yum soup fall short. The pad thai is not anywhere near any of the pad thai I've tasted. Fortunately, the thai ice tea was the only order I enjoyed. read more

Great food! Outdoor dining is limited, so better to order and go. Like the green and yellow curry soups with chicken. Tofu spring rolls are fresh. Ordering will take a bit longer than other places, but certainly worth the wait. Recommend calling in order ahead of time. Fresh. Tasty. Authentic. read more