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Hillcrest · $14–20 · Ranked in 1 list
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Bahn Thai is a Hillcrest spot ranked #3 of 5 in our Best Thai Food in San Diego list, scoring 86/100. Order the panang curry, pad see ew. The dependable neighborhood Thai spot that has been getting the basics right for decades.
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Score 86/100 · Order: Panang curry, pad see ew · $14–20
Bahn Thai does not chase trends. The panang is thick and peanut-forward, the pad see ew comes with proper wok hei, and the kitchen turns out the same plate whether you visit on a Tuesday or a Saturday. It is the definition of a reliable neighborhood restaurant.
Local tip: Lunch specials are the best value window on this list.
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