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The Asian Bistro

4.3 stars based on 623 ratings Today's hours: 4 pm-2:30 am Add a review

$$ Thai restaurant, Asian fusion restaurant, Chinese restaurant, Pho restaurant

About

At The Asian Bistro, located at 414 University Ave in San Diego, diners can savor a delightful fusion of Thai and Asian cuisines. This cozy, trendy eatery boasts a diverse menu featuring favorites like tom kha, drunken noodles, and bulgogi dumplings, all perfect for family gatherings or solo dining. The welcoming atmosphere suits various crowds, including university students and families. While reviews praise the food and lovely tea selection, some diners note service inconsistencies. Overall, The Asian Bistro remains a charming spot for great food at a reasonable price.

Contact Info

  • Location: 414 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
  • Phone: (619) 296-4119
  • Price range: $$

Opening hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Other Business Hours

Happy hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Delivery hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Takeout hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Access hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Kitchen hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Online service hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Dinner hours

  • Monday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Tuesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Wednesday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Thursday: 4 pm-12:30 am
  • Friday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Saturday: 4 pm-2:30 am
  • Sunday: 4 pm-12:30 am

Food and drink

Food & drink
Food & drink
The vibe at The Asian Bistro
Vibe
Thai tea
Thai tea
Wonton
Wonton
Drunken noodles
Drunken noodles
Noodle
Noodle
Pad thai
Pad thai
Orange chicken
Orange chicken
Spring roll
Spring roll
Image by owner
By owner

Menus and Prices

The Asian Bistro menu and prices
Menu #2
Menu #3
Menu #4
Menu #5

Services

  • Identifies as Asian-owned
  • Identifies as Latino-owned
  • Identifies as veteran-owned
  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
  • Great tea selection
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Assistive hearing loop
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilets
  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Family friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space
  • University students
  • Accepts reservations
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards
  • Good for kids
  • High chairs
  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid street parking
  • Dogs allowed

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Recent Reviews

Review by Kenyatta Stehr

September 01, 2024

The Asian Bistro is a gem in San Diego! 🌟 I recently visited for dinner and was impressed by the cozy atmosphere and engaging service.

The drunken noodles were absolutely delicious, with just the right amount of spice at level 3. My wife loved the bulgogi dumplings, and we couldn't resist dessert - mango sticky rice stole the show!

The prices are very reasonable (especially for the quality), and I even snagged a free drink by checking in on Yelp. Just a heads up, it can get a bit loud after 10pm, so aim to arrive early for a more relaxed vibe. Will definitely be back soon! 🍜


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