The Asian Bistro Menu – San Diego, CA

Type : Thai restaurant

Location : San Diego, CA

Opened in 1955, Jimmy Wong’s Golden Dragon Asian Bistro has became the premier Asian cuisine in San Diego. Continuing it’s long tradition of serving quality Asian Cuisine we have recently remodeled the interior for the 21st century and we’ve kept our historic golden dragon neon sign to guide all who seek us. We offer a classic Thai , Asian fusion inspired menu along with draft beers, wine, sake, and desserts. Perhaps most importantly, we’re open late seven days a week and even later on weekends. If you’re looking for something more interesting than the usual fare late at night, look no further.

Comfy, modern restaurant offers a Thai-heavy menu of Pan-Asian eats, plus happy-hour deals. Based on 580 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.3 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No-contact delivery

The Asian Bistro 92103

Address:
414 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103

Phone: (619) 296-4119

Website:

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Hours

Friday 4 PM–2:30 AM
Saturday 4 PM–2:30 AM
Sunday 4 PM–12:30 AM
Monday

(Labor Day)
 4 PM–12:30 AM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 4 PM–12:30 AM
Wednesday 4 PM–12:30 AM
Thursday 4 PM–12:30 AM

Menu

FOOD
GARLIC EDAMAME
STEAMED SOYBEANS WITH HOUSE GARLIC SAUCE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $8.50
EDAMAME
STEAMED SOYBEANS

V|VEG|GF

 $6.00
GARLIC GREEN BEAN
FLASH FRIED GREEN BEANS WITH HOUSE GARLIC SAUCE
CAN BE V|VEG|GF		 $8.50
FRESH SPRING ROLLS
FRESH SPRING VEGGIE ROLLS WITH PEANUT DIP
V|VEG|GF		 $8.00
GYOZA
VEGETABLE, CHICKEN OR PORK POT STICKERS, CRISPY FRIED AND SERVED WITH SOY VINAIGRETTE (5 PCS)		 $8.50
BULGOGI GYOZA $9.50
CRISPY ROLLS
CRISPY FRIED VEGGIE EGG ROLLS WITH OUR HOUSE MADE PLUM SAUCE (4 PCS)
V|VEG		 $9.00
SATAY
CHOICE OF CHICKEN, VEGAN CHICKEN OR TOFU THAI MARINATED SKEWERS SERVED WITH PEANUT DIP
CAN BE V|VEG		 $9.00
E-SARN SAUSAGE
OUR YUMMY HOME MADE E-SARN STYLE SAUSAGE MADE WITH GROUND PORK IN A MIXTURE OF GINGER, GALANGAL, LEMON GRASS, CHILI AND HERB. SERVED WITH STICKY RICE, FRESH GINGER, FRESH LIME, FRESH SERRANO CHILI AND PEANUTS
GF		 $10.00
HOUSE FRIED CHICKEN
CHICKEN THIGHS MARINATED WITH GARLIC PEPPER THEN FRIED TO PERFECTION. SERVED WITH HOUSE SWEET CHILI SAUCE
GF		 $6.50
CRISPY SHRIMP ROLLS
ALL NATURAL SHRIMP, STRAIGHTENED AND HAND ROLLED IN OUR LIGHTLY SEASONED RICE FLOUR WRAP SERVED WITH HOUSE SWEET CHILI SAUCE (5 PCS)		 $9.50
CHICKEN WINGS
CRISPY FRIED WINGS WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCES;

MOTHER CHILI / SAIGON / THAI
(5PCS)

 $11.50
CHEESY WONTON
CRISPY FRIED WONTON STUFFED WITH WATER CHESTNUT AND CREAM CHEESE, SERVED WITH OUR HOUSE MADE PLUM SAUCE (6 PCS)
VEG		 $10.00
SOM TOM LAO
FRESH GREEN PAPAYA SALAD, SHREDDED CARROTS AND CHERRY TOMATOES PREPARED IN A MIXTURE OF LIME JUICE, FRESH THAI CHILI, PALM SUGAR AND FERMENTED SEAFOOD PASTE.		 $11.00
SOM TOM THAI
FRESH GREEN PAPAYA SALAD, SHREDDED CARROTS AND CHERRY TOMATOES PREPARED IN A MIXTURE OF LIME JUICE, FRESH THAI CHILI, PALM SUGAR, FISH SAUCE, AND CRUSHED PEANUT

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $11.00
LARB
CHOICE OF PROTEIN WITH FRESH CUT MINT, GREEN ONIONS, CILANTRO, LIME JUICE, CHILI AND BROWN RICE POWDER SERVED WITH WARM STICKY RICE

CAN BE V/VEG/GF

 $13.00
SEAWEED SALAD
JAPANESE STYLE SEAWEED SALAD WITH TOASTED SESAME

V|VEG|GF

 $6.00
(SM) TOM KAH
THAI COCONUT MILK AND LEMONGRASS SOUP WITH BEECH MUSHROOM, SPRING ONIONS AND YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $7.50
(LG) TOM KAH
THAI COCONUT MILK AND LEMONGRASS SOUP WITH BEECH MUSHROOM, SPRING ONIONS AND YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
(SM) TOM YUM
THAI HOT AND SOUR LEMONGRASS SOUP WITH BEECH MUSHROOM, SPRING ONIONS AND YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $7.50
(LG) TOM YUM
THAI HOT AND SOUR LEMONGRASS SOUP WITH BEECH MUSHROOM, SPRING ONIONS AND YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
GINGER RICE SOUP
MINCED GINGER, SPRING ONIONS, FRIED GARLIC, JASMINE RICE AND YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN. INSIDE OUR HOUSE MADE CHICKEN BONE OR VEGETABLE BROTH

CAN BE V/VEG

 $10.50
(SM) HOT & SOUR SOUP
CHINESE HOT AND SOUR SOUP WITH EGG,BAMBOO SHOOTS, TOFU, SPRING ONIONS AND A SIDE OF CRISPY FRIED WONTON STRIPS

VEG

 $6.50
(LG) HOT & SOUR SOUP
CHINESE HOT AND SOUR SOUP WITH EGG,BAMBOO SHOOTS, TOFU, SPRING ONIONS AND A SIDE OF CRISPY FRIED WONTON STRIPS

VEG

 $10.50
(SM) EGG DROP SOUP
CHINESE EGG SOUP WITH PEAS, CARROTS, SPRING ONIONS AND A SIDE OF CRISPY FRIED WONTON STRIPS

VEG

 $6.50
(LG) EGG DROP SOUP
CHINESE EGG SOUP WITH PEAS, CARROTS, SPRING ONIONS AND A SIDE OF CRISPY FRIED WONTON STRIPS

VEG

 $10.50
(SM) WONTON
SHRIMP WONTONS, SPINACH, SPRING ONIONS, MINCED CELERY, FRIED GARLIC & BEAN SPROUTS IN OUR CHICKEN BONE BROTH OR VEGGIE BROTH		 $8.00
(LG) WONTON
SHRIMP WONTONS, SPINACH, SPRING ONIONS, MINCED CELERY, FRIED GARLIC & BEAN SPROUTS IN OUR CHICKEN BONE BROTH OR VEGGIE BROTH		 $16.00
THAI BASIL
ZUCCHINI, CARROT, BELL PEPPERS, WHITE ONIONS, GREEN ONIONS AND BASIL STIR-FRIED WITH OUR HOUSE GARLIC SAUCE.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
CASHEW
WITH BELL PEPPERS, CELERY, WHITE ONIONS, GREEN ONIONS, WATER CHESTNUT AND STIR-FRIED IN OUR HOUSE CASHEW SAUCE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
GINGER
Celery,Zucchini, carrot, mushroom,white onions green onions and bell peppers stir fried in our light soy ginger sauce		 $14.50
GARLIC BROCCOLI
SAUTÉED BROCCOLI IN OUR SWEET GARLIC PEPPER SAUCE WITH YOUR CHOICE OF PROTEIN

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
RAMA
SAUTÉED PROTEIN WITH SWEET PASTE. SERVED ON BED OF STEAMED SPINACH, BROCCOLI, CARROTS, ZUCCHINI, AND TOPPED WITH OUR DELICIOUS PEANUT SAUCE.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
PANANG CURRY
BELL PEPPERS, CARROTS AND OUR PANANG CURRY SAUCE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
RED CURRY
BELL PEPPERS, EGGPLANT, BAMBOO SHOOT, BASIL AND RED CURRY SAUCE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
YELLOW CURRY
POTATO, ONIONS, CARROTS AND YELLOW CURRY SAUCE.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
GREEN CURRY
BELL PEPPERS, EGGPLANT, BAMBOO SHOOTS, BASIL AND GREEN CURRY SAUCE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
CHINESE FRIED RICE
JASMINE RICE STIR-FRIED WITH EGG, GARLIC, ONIONS, PEAS, AND CARROTS.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
THAI BASIL FRIED RICE
JASMINE RICE STIR-FRIED WITH EGG, GARLIC, ONIONS, BELL PEPPERS, AND FRESH BASIL.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
CURRY FRIED RICE
JASMINE RICE STIR-FRIED WITH EGG, GARLIC, PINEAPPLES, RAISINS, ONIONS, PEAS, CARROTS, CASHEW NUTS AND CURRY POWDER.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
NO MEAT EGG FRIED RICE $9.00
PAD THAI
SKINNY RICE NOODLES WITH EGG, TOFU, BEAN SPROUTS, GREEN ONIONS AND CRUSHED PEANUTS WOK FRIED WITH OUR SWEET & TANGY TAMARIND SAUCE.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
DRUNKEN NOODLES
OUR MOST POPULAR WIDE RICE NOODLES WOK FRIED IN A MIXTURE OF GARLIC, ONION, EGG, BELL PEPPERS & BASIL.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
PAD SEE EU
WIDE RICE NOODLES WOK FRIED WITH EGG, GARLIC, BROCCOLI, CARROT AND CABBAGE

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
LO MEIN
CHINESE STYLE WOK FRIED SOFT EGG NOODLES WITH BEAN SPROUT, GARLIC, ONION, CABBAGE, CELERY, PEAS AND CARROTS

CAN BE VEG|GF

 $14.50
GRILLED SALMON
ON A BED OF STEAM BROCCOLI AND CARROTS WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCES.

CAN BE GF

 $17.00
BBQ CHICKEN
MARINATED IN A COMBINATION OF SPICESTHEN GRILLED TO PERFECTION. SERVED WITH OUR HOUSE SPICY TAMARIND SAUCE AND WARM STICKY RICE		 $16.00
JOY LUCK CLUB
CRISPY ROASTED HALF DUCK TOSSED WITH OUR HOUSE GARLIC SAUCE AND SERVED ON A BED OF SPINACH.		 $21.00
HONEY WALNUT SHRIMP
LIGHTLY CRISPY SHRIMP TOSSED IN CREAM HONEY SAUCE TOPPED WITH CANDIED WALNUT.		 $17.50
THAI 1/2 CHICKEN
THAI MARINATED BONE IN, HALF CHICKEN. SERVED WITH OUR HOUSE TANGY LEMONGRASS SAUCE		 $17.00
CHICKEN TERIYAKI
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST ON A BED OF STEAM BROCCOLI AND CARROTS THEN TOPPED WITH OUR HOUSE TERIYAKI SAUCE.		 $16.00
KRAH PROW
CHOICE OF HAND CHOPPED CHICKEN, PORK OR MOCK DUCK IN A MIXTURE OF FRESH GARLIC, WHITE ONION, GREEN ONION,BELL PEPPERS AND BASIL. TOPPED WITH A FRIED EGG.

CAN BE GF

 $15.50
TANGERINE CHICKEN
GLAZED CRISPY FRIED PROTEIN WITH STEAMED BROCCOLI AND CARROTS

CAN BE V|VEG

 $17.00
FILLET FISH
FRIED BATTERED SOLE FISH SERVED WITH YOUR CHOICE OF SAUCES

CAN BE GF

 $17.50
SALT & PEPPER
CHOICE OF BATTERED PROTEIN WITH SALT, PEPPER, ROASTED GARLIC AND SCALLIONS.

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $17.00
PANANG SALMON
BRAISED SALMON WITH BELL PEPPERS, BROCCOLI AND CARROTS IN OUR DELICIOUS PANANG CURRY SAUCE.

GF

 $18.00
CRAB FRIED RICE
JASMINE RICE WITH EGG, GARLIC, SCALLIONS AND PICKED CRAB WOK FRIED TO PERFECTION

GF

 $18.00
MAKE YOUR OWN SOUP
YOUR CHOICE OF SKINNY RICE NOODLES, WIDE FLAT NOODLES, ANGEL HAIR NOODLES OR EGG NOODLES SERVED WITH BEAN SPROUTS & SPINACH INSIDE YOUR CHOICE EITHER VEGETABLE, CHICKEN, PHO BROTH, DUCK BROTH AND PROTEIN

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $14.50
LEK YUM
THAI STYLE SKINNY RICE NOODLE SOUP WITH HAND CHOPPED CHICKEN, BEAN SPROUT, LIME JUICE, CRUSHED PEANUT AND CHILI FLAKES

CAN BE V|VEG|GF

 $16.50
ROASTED DUCK NOODLE
ANGEL HAIR NOODLE SOUP WITH ROASTED DUCK, SPINACH AND BEAN SPROUTS IN OUR DUCK BROTH.		 $17.00
EGG NOODLES SHRIMP WONTON
EGG NOODLE SOUP WITH SHRIMP WONTONS, FRIED GARLIC, BEAN SPROUTS, SPINACH IN OUR CHICKEN BONE BROTH.		 $16.00
PHO NOODLES $14.50
FRESH MANGO W/ STICKY SWEET RICE (SEASONAL)
THE STICKY RICE IS STEAMED, MIXED WITH THICK COCONUT CREAM, PAIRED WITH FRESH CUT MANGOS TOPPED WITH TOASTED SESAME SEED.		 $9.50
BANANA CARAMEL CHEESECAKE EGGROLL
RICH, CREAMY CHEESE CAKE LAYERED WITH CHUNKS OF BANANA AND REAL BUTTER CARAMEL WITH A SLIGHT TANGY FINISH, ROLLED IN MELT-IN-YOUR-MONTH, FLAKY PASTRY TORTILLA.		 $10.00
COOKIES & CREAM CHEESECAKE
COOKIES AND CREAM OREO CHEESECAKE		 $8.50
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE
THE ONE THAT STARTED IT ALL! OUR FAMOUS CREAMY CHEESECAKE WITH A GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST AND STRAWBERRY SYRUP TOPPING		 $8.50
SEASONAL CHEESECAKE $8.50
JAPANESE GREEN TEA ICE CREAM
Green tea ice cream (抹茶アイスクリ ム, Matcha aisu kurīmu) or matcha ice (抹茶アイス Matcha aisu) is a Japanese ice cream flavor.		 $6.50
HOME MADE COCONUT ICE-CREAM
CONTAINS MILK, COCONUT & PINEAPPLE PIECES.		 $6.50
VANILLA ICE CREAM $6.50
FRIED ICE CREAM $8.00
SMALL FRIED BANANA DRIZZLED W/ HONEY
4(PCS)		 $5.00
LARGE FRIED BANANA DRIZZLED W/ HONEY
8(PCS)		 $8.00
CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE
OUR MOIST DARK CHOCOLATE CAKE ENROBED WITH DARK CHOCOLATE FILLED WITH DARK CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE LAVA.		 $8.50
SWEET STICKY W ICE CREAM $8.50
SIDE SWEET STICKY RICE $4.50
No Utensils $0.00
Hot Sauce $0.00
Soy Sauce $0.00
Utensils $0.00
Chopsticks $0.00
Napkins $0.00
Siracha $0.00
Pickled Jalapenos $0.00
Thai Chili In Fish Sauce $0.00
SHIRT ASIAN BISTRO $20.00
Everythings $0.00
SIDE STEAMED RICE $1.50
SIDE BROWN RICE $1.50
SIDE STICKY RICE $2.00
SIDE SWEET STICKY RICE $2.00
SIDE CURRY SAUCE $3.00
SIDE BROTH $3.00
SIDE OF PROTEIN $0.00
SIDE PEANUT SAUCE $1.50
SIDE SWEET CHILI SAUCE $1.50
SIDE PLUM SAUCE $1.50
SIDE GYOZA SAUCE $1.50
SIDE TERIYAKI SAUCE $2.00
SIDE ROASTED DUCK $5.00
SIDE STEAM VEGGIES (S) $4.00
SIDE STEAM VEGGIES (L) $6.00
SIDE WONTON STRIPs $1.00
STEAMED NOODLES $2.00
BEVERAGES
THAI ICED TEA $6.00
EMERALD ICED TEA $5.00
TARO ICED TEA $6.00
MILKY MATCHA GREEN ICED TEA $6.00
MILKY BLACK ICED TEA $6.00
SWEETENED GINGER ICED TEA $5.50
HONEY CHRYSANTHENUM ICED TEA $5.50
BLACK ICED TEA $3.50
FLAVORED BLACK ICED TEA $5.50
THAI ICED COFFEE $5.50
CANNED SODAS $3.00
PERRIER BOTTLE $4.50
COCONUT WATER $5.00
SPARKLING MOJITO $6.00
FRESH-SQUEEZED LEMONADE $6.00
LYCHEE PALMER $6.00
CHRYSANTHEMUM TEA (SWEETEND) $4.50
MILKY BLACK TEA $4.50
MILKY GREEN TEA $4.50
SPICY GINGER HONEY TEA $4.50
TARO HOT TEA $4.50
THAI HOT COFFEE $4.50
THAI HOT TEA $4.50
JASMINE $3.50
SENCHA GREEN $3.50
CHAMOMILE $3.50
PEPPERMINT $3.50
RASBERRY $0.00

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Reviews

Giovanni Espinoza
Great food for a great price

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Adrian Pollard
When I say, this is an experience! We came, unknowing what was in stored! The ambiance and customer service was superb! Instantly greeted when we walked in, before the door could close. We were tended to every step of our dining experience by both Shae and Christina! They were both very very kind, attentive to detailed, helpful in recommendation, and overly accommodating! Never saw the bottom of my cup; and finished dishes cleared immediately! And the kitchen!!! Dishes were full of flavor! Wonderful portions! We tried the recommendations of Crispy Rolls, Krah Prow and Joy Lucky Club (pulled Duck). I felt like they were trying to win us over effortlessly! The team at this establishment are really passionate about what they do, and it shows! Thank you all for your love and this experience! You are on our list for the next time we come to San Diego! A MUST try if you are reading this!

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Katie Murphy
Stop picking up late night fast food! The Asian Bistro in hillcrest has got the greatest selection of Asian flavors in the area; and they’re open late! Has been a go to spot of mine for years, it’s refreshing to find a spot that’s open late and still provides quality food! With vegan, vegetarian, and gluten free options available; there’s something for everyone here. They also have the best Thai Tea I have ever had on one of the most extensive drink menu I’ve ever seen. The customer service has always been outstanding. They go above and beyond to make sure everyone that eats here is satisfied. So the next time you’re looking for a great late night spot, be sure to give The Asian Bistro a try!

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Michael M
Stopped in for a late night dinner on a busy Pride Sunday night. The place was busy and after eating there I know why. The food was delicious and the waitstaff was fast and nice. We love the whole experience and will definitely be going back again! The quality of the food for the cost was excellent. You won’t be disappointed!

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Radhika Lanze
Best vegan tangerine chicken I have ever had! It was crispy and delicious. Even the carrots in the dish were cooked to perfection (vs being too raw or too mushy). It doesn’t even touch the dishes I have had from vegan Asian restaurants in town. Can’t wait to come back and try more of the dishes here! As a vegetarian, this just made my top 5 favorite restaurants in SD. I don’t usually leave reviews but felt strongly about this place.

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Patrick Salvatierra
Amazing food. Great experience. Awesome service. Quick and delicious. Gluten free stuff available. Will be back

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Darnell Nathaniel
This place was simply amazing after a busy day of travel. We just wanted good food and the Asian Bistor delivered

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Amanda Hicok
100/100 would recommend. I couldn’t believe there weren’t more people eating here when I went. The service was wonderful and the food was phenomenal. I’m sad I’m just visiting because if I lived here I’d eat here constantly. Do yourself a favor and order the roasted duck and papaya salad.

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Gary Messmer
We were working a project in San Diego and stumbled on a great restaurant!

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rashid karaa
Nice place, the service was slow at first, but once you put the order in, everything comes really quickly. Everything was good, but the Best tasting soup ever.

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