TASTE OF THAI - HILLCREST

San Diego, CA · Thai restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in San Diego
#982
of 3838 restaurants
City Percentile
54%
rating percentile
Address
TASTE OF THAI - HILLCREST, 527 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone
(619) 291-7525
Website
www.tasteofthaisandiego.com
Status
Closed · Opens 12 PM

TASTE OF THAI - HILLCREST is a restaurant located in San Diego, CA. It is one of 3,838 restaurants listed in San Diego. Its 4.4-star rating is above the San Diego city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About TASTE OF THAI - HILLCREST

Thai cuisine is light, fresh and traditionally seasoned with chili peppers and aromatic herbs. A gourmet delight for those who know and love authentic food. It also has a temper, but you can have Thai cuisine in a pleasant blend of "spicy hot" and... More

Hours

Saturday12 PM–11 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Rachel Alexander · Feb 2026

I lived in this neighborhood for some years and I eat at this restaurant every chance I get. The prices are great, the food is AMAZING, and the service is first rate. If you know my reviews you know I only rate the 5-star places and for me a restaurant can make it to 5-stars if I can count on provide a visiting friend with a memorable meal at a convenient price. This place never disappoints.

★★★★★ 5.0 Chris Francisco · Jan 2026

It is a vegan restaurant. All meat options are mock (soy) versions. That being said, I still enjoyed the food. I ordered yellow curry with vegetables, rather than mock meat. I asked that the dish be cooked extra spicy. I found it to be a medium level. If you are looking for a very mild spiciness, they can definitely accommodate you. The waitress was friendly, and the atmosphere was nice. I would recommend checking this restaurant out, especially if you are vegan or are trying to limit your meat consumption.

★★★★★ 5.0 Manikandan · Nov 2025

Taste of Thai in Hillcrest, San Diego, is a cozy and inviting restaurant serving flavorful, authentic Thai cuisine. The dishes are beautifully presented, with perfectly balanced spices and fresh ingredients that stand out in every bite. The service is warm and attentive, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. A great spot for enjoying classic Thai favorites in the heart of Hillcrest.

★★★★★ 5.0 Drew Bushnell · Aug 2025

Really enjoyed our dinner here! I got the spicy noodle with squid and it was cooked perfectly and had a nice kick without being overpowering. My girlfriend had the egg noodles with shrimp and was all smiles the whole time. We also tried the plum wine, which was sweet and tasty, kind of the perfect finish to the meal. Chill vibe, friendly service, and the food hit the spot. Heads up, my girlfriend thought medium spice was too spicy for her, but I enjoyed medium spice.

★★★★☆ 4.0 Zakhar Smirnov · Jan 2026

Was expecting a lot better experience then it was, flavor was quite not there compared to other Thai restaurants i’ve been before, seemed a bit too dry, meat quality wasn’t great, when i ordered the most popular dish i was expecting more i guess. Altho it looked good.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Thai restaurant

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