Welcome to Street Side Thai Kitchen
At Street Side Thai Kitchen, we celebrate the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine, blending tradition with a modern twist. Nestled in the heart of San Diego’s North Park, our cozy yet classy atmosphere welcomes everyone—from families to friends—and features a delightful array of vegan options. Our menu boasts tantalizing dishes like the popular Mango Tango Chicken and rich pumpkin curry, all crafted from fresh ingredients. Patrons rave about our warm service, lively vibe, and indulgent bubble tea. Join us for lunch, dinner, or happy hour, and experience an authentic taste of Thailand that brings joy to every palate.
- 3025 University Ave San Diego, CA 92104 United States Hotline: (619) 228-9208
Nestled in the vibrant North Park neighborhood of San Diego, Street Side Thai Kitchen stands out as a must-visit destination for authentic Thai cuisine and bubble tea enthusiasts. Located at 3025 University Ave, this Asian-owned eatery combines casual charm with a classy ambiance that appeals to both solo diners and larger groups.
As you approach Street Side Thai Kitchen, the enticing aromas of fresh ingredients draw you in. The welcoming atmosphere is perfect for any occasion, from a leisurely lunch to a lively dinner with friends. With features such as outdoor seating, takeout options, and even catering services, it's easy to see why this spot is quickly becoming a local favorite.
- Culinary Diversity: The menu offers a delightful range of dishes, encompassing both traditional and fusion flavors that capture the essence of Thai cuisine. Standout starters like Avocado Tempura Fresh and Garlic Wings set the tone for a memorable meal. Vegetarian and vegan options abound, accommodating a variety of dietary preferences.
- Flavors that Pop: Diners rave about the deliciously bold flavors, particularly in dishes like the Mango Tango Chicken, known for its crispy chicken and fresh mango sauce that awes every palate. The Tom Yum Soup and Drunken Noodles also come highly recommended, showcasing the kitchen's commitment to quality and freshness.
- Impeccable Service: The staff at Street Side Thai Kitchen is known for their friendly and attentive service. Diners frequently mention how the servers are eager to recommend dishes and ensure a pleasant dining experience.
- Community Vibe: The restaurant fosters a welcoming environment where customers feel right at home. With options to play games while waiting and a lively dining space, it’s a great spot for families and friends.
Whether you’re stopping by for a quick bubble tea or indulging in a full-course Thai feast, Street Side Thai Kitchen emphasizes the joy of good food and good company. With their commitment to flavorful dishes and attentive service, this culinary gem is sure to leave a lasting impression, making you want to return for more.
Don’t miss out on their happy hour specials, and be sure to try their unique bubble tea selections that add a refreshing twist to your meal. Your taste buds will thank you!

Walked in for lunch and I'm so glad we did! It's a perfect spot for just 2 people or also a bigger group as they have bigger tables and also they have games to play! Such a great vibe Staff is super sweet and nice and was open to providing recommendations bc we could not decide what to order. They also brought over complimentary egg rolls which were yummy. We got the, tom yum soup , cream cheese wontons , and drunken noodle and it was all sooo delicious! It was super flavorful!! However- The mango tango chicken was our absolute favorite! The chicken was perfectly crispy and the mango sauce was SO fresh and delicious! I had never had such a delicious mango sauce! They also have a Thai green milk tea that I did not try but have been thinking about stopping by for it and a quick snack of wontons since I live close by! Can't wait to come back!

Street Side Thai Kitchen food and service are excellent! The service is prompt and pleasant. Our server, Tha, was a fun guy who provided a joyful tone to our visit. The food is always fresh and delicious, here. The summer roll ingredients are balanced in flavor and texture, and served with two different tasty sauces in ample amount. We ordered yellow curry and pumpkin curry. I love the pumpkin curry here. The only issue was that I ordered steamed tofu in my pumpkin curry, but it arrived with fried tofu. I didn't complain because we had limited time.

Great dinner spot with some friends! Amazing customer service and inside vibe. We came when it was slow, but it was pretty busy by the time we left! Highly recommend the kai soi soup and the imported suja. My friends found their food delicious as well. Reasonably priced.

While wandering the streets of North Park discussing what we should eat for dinner we decided to give Street Side Thai a chance. It was nice that they didn't have long wait times. The restaurant air was filled with fresh ingredients making our mouth water. Looking over the menu was a mixture of Chinese and Thai food. We left all the ordering to the waiter. They have a range of spice levels to meet everyone's needs. The food was great and full of flavor. We were delighted with such bold flavors. The only thing was the music was a little loud so we had moments where conversing over dinner was a little difficult. Overall we had a great meal.

This is by far some of the BEST Thai food I've had in Dago. Popped in on a cold Saturday night and was happy to get a table for our group. Our waiter was hilarious ! Such a great personality and was very attentive to our group. Food was 10/10! The flavors were amazing. We enjoyed each dish and the ambience was great. At one point the lights were off and it was better in my opinion. Lots of party night lights that were enough to see our food (do that more often). Business was clean and I'm so looking forward to coming back again.

Starting off with the pad Thai. I added shrimp and it tasted good. The portions of the food are pretty generous here. The soup had the perfect sourness to it. I been going here couple times and the workers are always nice and attentive. This place is so chill they have boards while you wait for your food. Food comes out fast!!!

The food at Street Side Thai Kitchen was great, we ordered mango curry, mango tango and pad woon with friend pork. The mango dishes were very savory, mango tango being very creamy. The pad woon fried pork was very crispy. The building itself is located in the busy University Ave, making parking hard but still manageable. Service was great, our server was busy but still ensured we were taken care of. Overall 4/5.

Stopped in for a work lunch with my manager and coworkers. We were greeted and sat right away, their menus are adorable, they have illustrated pictures of some of their food items, I thought that was a nice touch. I got a jasmine hot tea which came with a pot to serve myself and it was a good two cups worth. For appetizers we got the fried avocado and Tom Kaha Soup to share, one of my coworkers is pregnant so we had to go with a #2 in spice, the flavor was great but I had to add some of the chili oil provided on the table to make it better. For my entree I got the drunken noodles spice level #8 and wow it was sooo good! I'm big on spicy food and this spice level was great, it's spicy but still enjoyable. The noodles were so fresh and it was overall a great dish. The service was good, very attentive, and answered any questions we had. Will definitely be returning !

Came here last night and it was really good. Pad Se Ew was tasty and traditional, good portions, and the service was great. Laid back, fair prices. I'll surely be back to try more dishes.

We ordered to go, so didn't get a chance to experience the sit down experience. We ordered Pad See Ew noodle and the grilled steak salad with cabbage, onion and cucumber. Both of them were good. I especially like the noodle, less like the steak salad as it could become too oniony and a bit salty.