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Thai Pepper Cuisine - Reviews

3361 Sandrock Rd, 92123 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
514

Reviews

81.3%

Satisfaction

64

negative

32

neutral

418

positive

What people say about Thai Pepper Cuisine

Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Joe P.
Review date: 12/16/2025
10
Amazing Yellow Curry - Must Try!
My first experience at this restaurant was yesterday. I asked other diners about the food, and everyone agreed it was great. I ordered the yellow curry chicken and yellow curry duck, and both were absolutely amazing! I will definitely be getting takeout from here again. My recommendation is: You need to get this place!
  • yellow curry chicken10
  • yellow curry duck10
  • food9
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Todd A.
Review date: 11/11/2025
9
A Must-Visit Staple with Delicious Thai Tea
This place is a true staple of the area. I've never had anything here that I didn't want more of, which speaks volumes about the food quality. You absolutely must stop by for a meal. And don't forget to try the Thai tea – you'll thank me later. The service was excellent (rated 5/5), and the atmosphere was pleasant (rated 4/5), being quiet and easy to talk. The food itself was also rated a perfect 5/5.
  • food quality10
  • Thai tea10
  • service10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Family Dinner
Group Type
  • Family
Group Size
  • Small Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Christopher G.
Review date: 11/06/2025
9
Delicious Food, Welcoming Atmosphere!
I visited this restaurant with my parents for dinner the other night, and our experience was fantastic. We ordered the fried tofu, pad see ew, and hot basil, and all the dishes were great! The fried tofu was incredibly tender on the inside and perfectly crisp on the outside. The pad see ew featured plump noodles with generous portions of meat and broccoli. My personal favorite was the hot basil, which had a delightful spice level and a healthy serving of colorful vegetables. While it's a simple place, the atmosphere is very welcoming, and you can truly taste the love they put into their food. The staff were also joyful and attentive, making the overall experience very warm and welcoming.
  • fried tofu10
  • pad see ew9
  • hot basil10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Noise Level
  • Moderate
M. M.
Review date: 11/04/2025
2
Disappointing Pad Thai Experience
My experience at this restaurant was quite disappointing, especially considering the price. I ordered the shrimp pad Thai for $18, but I strongly suspect the sauce was made with American tomato paste or spaghetti sauce, rather than traditional tamarind. The portion was small, with only 8 pieces of overcooked, small shrimp. I was too tired and hungry after a long day of work to consider rejecting the dish and asking for a refund. I'll definitely remember to go to Lanna Thai in PB next time; that place is truly underrated. Additionally, the loud pop music blasting was quite annoying.
  • shrimp pad Thai2
  • portion3
  • shrimp2
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Group Type
  • Solo Dinner
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Kelsea S.
Review date: 10/23/2025
10
Thai Pepper: A Comforting Culinary Gem
I've lived in Serra Mesa for six years, and Thai Pepper has been my go-to since the day I moved in. I've tried countless Thai restaurants searching for that special touch of care, attention, and spirit in the food, and Thai Pepper consistently delivers incredible flavor. It's a place that provides me comfort when I'm missing home and satisfies every craving. In my opinion, Thai Pepper can't be beat. It's always my number one recommendation for anyone visiting or new to the area. The restaurant is consistently clean, and the employees are always so kind and friendly. Your orders are always made fresh and ready quickly. I highly recommend the garlic dish, whether with beef or chicken. I personally enjoy it at level 5 spice, which is perfect for me. Honestly, everything is delicious, and I've never been disappointed. A big thank you to the owners and staff for being so kind and for creating such a comforting place with great food.
  • incredible flavor10
  • comforting place10
  • clean9
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Long (31+ min.)
fatih
Review date: 09/12/2025
1
Rude service and always late
My experience at this restaurant was very negative. The staff were incredibly rude, and they were consistently late for service. If I had the option, I would have given them 0 stars.
  • staff1
  • service1
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Quick Meal
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Lunch
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Kirk T.
Review date: 09/03/2025
9
Hidden Gem with Delicious Spicy Noodles
What a gem! This is a small, hole-in-the-wall place that I highly recommend. I tried the lunch special and it was fantastic. The spicy noodles were yummy. Prices are similar to other Thai joints.
  • lunch special9
  • spicy noodles10
  • Prices7
Price per Person
  • $31–$40
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Catharine B.
Review date: 08/24/2025
9
Affordable Comfort Food with Delicious Larb
My experience at this restaurant was great! I loved how it was affordable and the customer service was good. I was looking for some comfort food, and this place definitely provided. While the papaya salad isn't always available during certain hours, I tried the larb salad, and it was delicious! I am definitely coming back.
  • affordable9
  • customer service8
  • comfort food8
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Takeout
Noise Level
  • Quiet
Carli S.
Review date: 08/23/2025
9
Delicious Thai Food, Highly Recommended!
My experience at this Thai restaurant was fantastic! I found everything I ordered to be incredibly flavorful, fresh, and still super hot even when I got home with takeout. I've enjoyed their Pad Thai and Yellow Curry, and their Tom Yum soup is arguably the best I've ever had. I highly recommend this place.
  • flavorful9
  • fresh9
  • hot9
Price per Person
  • $41–$50
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Group Size
  • Solo
Service Type
  • Delivery
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Cecilia C.
Review date: 08/15/2025
9
Delicious Thai Food Delivery!
I recently visited San Diego and decided to try Thai Pepper Cuisine through Uber Eats. I ordered the drunken fish, a small Tom Yum Soup, and a Thai Tea. The drunken fish was a fantastic contrast of spicy and sweet, perfectly complemented by crisp romaine lettuce, cucumber, tomato, and fluffy jasmine rice. The Tom Yum Soup was also excellent, featuring shrimp and a perfectly balanced spicy flavor. I will definitely be checking out Thai Pepper Cuisine again on my next visit to town.
  • drunken fish9
  • Tom Yum Soup8
  • Thai Tea7

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