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Trieu Chau Restaurant in San Diego

4.4 (113) 4653 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92105, United States

Categories

Chinese noodle restaurant
Cambodian restaurant
Cantonese restaurant
Vietnamese restaurant

Location on the map

San Diego, San Diego County, California, US

Phone: +1 619-280-4204
Site: https://facebook.com/pages/T...

Opening hours

Monday:8 AM–8 PM
Tuesday:8 AM–8 PM
Wednesday:8 AM–8 PM
Thursday:Closed
Friday:8 AM–8 PM
Saturday:8 AM–8 PM
Sunday:8 AM–8 PM

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Total reviews rating 4.4

113 Reviews for Trieu Chau Restaurant 2024:

Review №1

2023-11-27 18:01:28

Me and my son definitely really enjoyed the food very much. It was our first time going there. And definitely amazing. We will return again soon. Thank you for a amazing service.😊

Review №2

2023-09-04 02:24:51

So good! We got the chicken wings, lemon grass chicken and beef fried rice. And combo dry noodles. Everything was outstanding and delicious. Highly recommend. Well definitely be back next time we visit. The lemon grass chicken was my favorite

Review №3

2023-05-09 20:32:40

I fell in love with their fried rice!! We live in the area and found incredible reviews on this restaurant. One day we came to try their food and it was absolutely delicious. Just like the other reviews this place is a hidden gem here in City Heights. I always get the same order which is the House fried rice. Their food comes in big portions and I love to have left overs to enjoy the next day! I highly recommend this Chinese noodle restaurant to anyone!

Review №4

2023-08-04 21:03:49

I just don’t get it. I ordered student noodle, pad Thai, and a combo noodle soup. I called my order in on the phone and they said 20 minutes. I arrived 25 minutes later expecting my order to be ready, which my soup was but they didn’t even start my student noodle or pad Thai. I had to wait 20 more minutes before getting my food. While I was waiting I wanted to sit down but then the waitress looked at me like I wasn’t supposed to so I stood back up. 1/5 on service and atmosphere. Now the food. The student noodle and pad Thai were just terrible. It was dry and inconsistent so you get random bites of no flavor and bites of overly saltiness. See the pictures for how clumpy they were. The eggs weren’t cooked well either with burnt edges and sogginess. 1/5 on food.

Review №5

2023-07-31 20:46:53

Omg everything is soo delicious got the combo noodle soup dry with a large bone marrow broth plus Chinese donut stick

Review №6

2022-06-24 06:02:35

Oh my goodness… if you love finding hidden gem/ mom and pop own or privately owned restaurant that are so good, THIS IS ONE OF THOSE! I came here with some friends after a retirement ceremony down town and we tried everything we wanted and it was amazing!!First we got the Chinese donuts with a side of warm condensed milk, at least I think that’s what it was. The donuts were so delicate but had an amazing crunch and the side dip of condensed milk was just the cherry on top! Just a nice sweet starter. Then we got sat and pepper calamari and salt, salt and pepper shrimp and egg rolls as appetizers (I know it sounds like a lot but I was with a few people) the salt and pepper seasoning on these was absolutely amazing! The peppers were so pronounced but not in an overwhelming way and it complimented the salt on both the calamari and shrimp! It was really such a beautiful stunning and tasty appetizer! We were trying not to take to many at once! The egg rolls were also delicious, nice fresh flavors inside them and just really delicate! My friends ordered the pad Thai which was pretty good. My other fried ordered orange chicken a it was so fresh! It taste like they had just made the sauce five minutes ago from actual oranges! It was so pure! And I got the bone beef stew with rice noodles and oh my goodness it was so wonderful! If you like pho you will enjoy this soup! It is not pho but PLEASE, don’t limit yourself to just pho because there are so many more soups out there! It was so light and fresh and the meat was so tender in it!The staff was so nice and tentative to us! They were also very welcoming! Ugh I want to go back already!!

Review №7

2022-11-19 03:35:19

IS INFLATION A MYTH? How did they whip up our food in like 3 minutes? Why did my huge portion of soup (pictured) that came with 2 slices of duck, 2 shrimps, meatballs, a drumstick, a bit of pork and my choice between different types of rice or egg noodles, only cost 11.50? My buddy got the bone marrow soup (not pictured) and it was only 5 bucks! Quality food perfect for struggling students in the area (lol), hearty and healthy. The soups taste like pho soup btw.Whatever garlic sauce/pieces they use are are also packing with flavor. They put it in our soups and also in the popcorn chicken. Just one thing to note though, all the garlic deliciousness are in one spot on popcorn chicken plate. I recommend picking some up and eating in conjunction with a piece of popcorn chicken.Will be back. Prices like this are like a relic of the past that we need to take advantage of! What a gem of a place.

Review №8

2021-11-11 23:39:36

Was curious about how much Khmer food I would find there. A great fusion. Small, busy restaurant. Table service was great! Cambodian+Chinese+knowledgeable chefs made for great food. Food was flavorful and I could tell the broth was homemade. Having the choice of noodles was a huge plus. We chose the flat rice noodles which is my preference in noodle soup. Only thing my dining partner complained about: bone-in cuts of neck meat served in the soup. I would order extra meat next time but generally noodle soups do not come with much.I always try the pin noodles wherever I see them served and not only was it full of flavor, the chicken was tender and well flavored which is a nice surprise considering many restaurants do not focus on the meat in stir fry noodle dishes.Nice extra: chili oil was spicy. Haha. Rare these days. You know they care because it’s a necessity.Everybody seemed accommodating and nice. I would go back any day.

Review №9

2022-12-05 09:40:53

My friends and I had a great first experience here! We are all from Canto region in China and the food here taste very authentic! I loved the combination noodle soup I got -- very good size, variety of ingredients, and really good flavors! Ill definitely come back here and highly recommend this place!

Review №10

2023-08-27 19:06:59

If you’re from Southeast Asia, all I can say is it will taste just like home. Definitely will be back.

Review №11

2023-03-26 19:48:17

Always good, simply authentic. Its like a hidden gem that i wish more people will get to know about, but at the same time I want to keep this place to myself so it wont get too busy. The ice coffee with condensed milk pairing with their hand made You Tiao is amazing. We always go for their dry egg noodles with bbq pork and wonton for brunch. The meat bone soup on the side is so good. The porridge with century eggs is also another great breakfast/brunch option, i also love their stir fry flat rice noodles with beef.

Review №12

2021-07-25 20:34:00

Seafood Lad Nah by far the greatest of any other restaurants in San Diego! Place is very family friendly. My wifes family have been going there for 30 years. No place like it!

Review №13

2017-03-13 01:21:31

This is a hole in the wall place with an amazing variety of delicious food. Although the place doesnt look clean, surprisingly, the restroom is fairly clean.The salt and pepper wings and shrimps are amazing. The chinese sausage fried rice was flavorful. The vietnamese style sour soup was small but tasty. We order a couple of shave ice with everything included for the kids. It was large enough for us to help the kids.Overall, great food at a fair price. Parking is tight. Try to avoid the rush hour and you wont have a problem with parking.

Review №14

2023-05-17 05:08:37

Love love love the food at this place. I go there when I crave Thai/Cambodian food. Everything Ive tried so far has been out of the world. Seems like a family run business. They told us that they are a Cambodian restaurant but their family is Cambodian Chinese, so their food has that influence. Really love their Pad Thai. Fried rice is really good too. They have a pork intestine in appetizers that is delicious. Really recommend this place.

Review №15

2022-05-14 01:31:33

Soooooo good! Very tasty bbq pork fried rice and salt and pepper chicken wings. Definitely making this a go-to of mine!

Review №16

2021-03-08 00:30:57

Down to earth Chinese restaurant serving some of the top rice noodle dishes in San Diego.Our favorite is their No. 1 house combination noodle that comes with duck, chicken, beef ball, fish ball, shrimps, Chinese BBQ pork, bean sprouts, and pork bones soup (烤鴨，油雞，牛肉丸，魚丸，帶殼蝦，叉燒肉，綠豆芽，豬骨湯)and you can choose to have all these ingredients in the soup or have the soup on the side. A great bargain below $10. Yum!

Review №17

2021-06-26 21:27:52

Wife and I first time there. The food was delicious 🤤 Customer service was great. The lady was so nice.

Review №18

2020-01-12 23:34:28

Amazing! Worth every dollar. First, I didnt even know here located a kind of historical Chinatown which the map wont tell you. This place is like an old style Cantonese(Chao Zhou flavor) restaurant. Even I am Chinese, I am not familiar with dishes from that area, and auntie patiently explained some dishes. We ordered No.44 BBQ pork ribs and rice, 22 fish congee and 10 beef or seafood Sha-cha noodle(forgot the names). The pork ribs is so crunchy and with special spices and a sense of sweetness. The wide noodle is spicy(Cantonese Sha-cha sauce) blended with some peanut butter. You can let her know what combination you want for the sauce. It can go very spicy by default. The fish rice congee we ordered surprised me. The portion is big and the fish fillet inside is pretty big(not sure how they can keep the price so low). We will definitely come back and also explore this area.Notice: as I mentioned, this area is like old eastern Asian gathering area. The security might not be good. I would suggest you go by groups during daytime.

Review №19

2022-07-08 02:21:52

Legit. We are from OC and very tasty like OG Trieu Chau in Santa Ana, which we have been going to for 30+ years. They got all the classics: Noodle soup, duck, Chinese donut, fresh soy milk, sate sauce, wonton noodles and today we tried popcorn chicken... Goes perfect with rice. Friendly and mom and pop owned.

Review №20

2021-08-08 23:36:48

I ordered amazing duck egg noodle soup and my friend ordered bbq pork chop. Both are amazing. BBQ Pork chop has a hint of lemongrass and would definitely come back again for it

Review №21

2021-06-08 20:00:41

Absolute Fire Place. The dish selection is enormous, as are the portions. Then have you seen the prices??I recommend the bone broth add on, absolute mental value. Absolute gem of SD

Review №22

2023-03-27 10:57:52

Food was mediocre. Service was good. They were attentive to their customers. But I dont know how the restaurant got an A rating from the food inspector. They have empty boxes stacked in one corner all the way from floor to almost the ceiling, things all over the place, very disorganized, messy and that is in the customers tables area. Very much like a hoarders house. Relate that back into the kitchen. Not for my taste if you know what I mean.

Review №23

2023-04-09 22:29:26

Food is always a hit here and the staff is very friendly.

Review №24

2019-10-15 02:27:22

1 of the best authentic Phnom Pehn noodle soup around (combo rice noodle special #1). Broth was excellent; plenty of meat, fish balls, 2 shrimp; rice noodles al dente. Also ordered a big bowl of pork neck bones on the side. Only comes with the wide rice noodles instead of egg or glass noodles.Why the low rating if food was so good? Points off for poor customer service. Asked the young male server there to hold the chives twice; dish still came with them. Pointed them clearly floating about but he claimed that theyre cilantro!?! Had to be brought back to kitchen to scoop out. Not good practice to argue with guests when its obviously his error.

Review №25

2023-04-11 04:08:12

Great food! Good portion sizes and friendly staff. Great flavors. Restaurant itself is dirty but it is a hole in a wall feel. Prices are decent for the volume of food.

Review №26

2023-08-11 23:38:44

Orders the popcorn chicken and the lo main they were both over seasoned and not cooked right will not be coming back

Review №27

2022-09-30 19:01:26

I had their seafood mix egg noodles soup and rice porridge. Both smelled really good and looked good but the broth is really really bland. The chinese donuts werent fresh. It was probably previously frozen because I know how homemade ones are supposed to taste like.

Review №28

2021-06-29 21:02:15

Great Food, attentive service, Large Portions, fair price. Dont pass it up. Stop and stay awhile.

Review №29

2022-05-12 14:06:00

I ate here about two years ago and remembered it as being good. Well, it was excellent! More Thai and Vietnamese than Chinese. All the dishes we had were well done. The fried calamari was well seasoned and not greasy. We also had the lemongrass chicken and drunken noodles. They adjusted the heat for my wife. Both dishes were flavorful with generous amounts. Its small and I like walking in and seeing all the locals and there families eating there. You know its going to be good!

Review №30

2023-01-18 13:37:31

Found this restaurant while searching for a place to eat for lunch. I am not sure while it received good reviews. I ordered egg noodles with wonton. But I got egg noodles with wonton, roasted duck, shrimp, chicken wing, meat balls. I couldnt finish the bowl since the duck tasted badly since it was days old. The shrimp was not fresh. The broth was not flavorful to my liking.

Review №31

2022-10-30 17:01:49

Hate to give three stars for a mom and pop place, but it didnt hit the spot for me. Good portions and price, fresh. I got the fried popcorn chicken and ginger chicken. Popcorn chicken was fried well but was too sweet? Ginger chicken straight up tasted like chicken and vegetables just fried with sugar and soy sauce.It might be that cambodian food is not my type of cuisine, but everything was TOO sweet, no spice and barely any salt. People were nice though, try it you might like it.

Review №32

2017-12-05 17:52:36

I had a combination of egg and rice noodle with soup on the side and seafood rad na. The rad na use to be good. Reason for the four stars. Otherwise they have many great dishes.

Review №33

2022-12-12 03:33:45

I used to love this place and was a definite family favorite for their variety of authentic food. Sadly the last couple times weve seen roaches out in plain sight and its since kept us from enjoying it. Go at your own risk but their food is good otherwise.

Review №34

2020-02-07 08:45:35

Looking for khmer food and this has both khmer and chinese menu. Oum speaks khmer, english and chinese and i wasnt disappointed in the food. After a busy day on the ocean, the samlaw machoo yoeun was just what we needed..noms!

Review №35

2021-04-04 19:56:24

Ordered the Drunken Noodles and it was delicious! My friend suggested this place and it wasnt a disappointment.

Review №36

2023-03-07 04:04:56

Great food.Good customer service

Review №37

2022-06-13 00:03:48

The food was all good and large portions. The orange chicken was very meaty and the orange sauce really good. The pork chop was also delicious. Every thing we had was good. We will visit again.

Review №38

2023-01-08 11:16:28

Very good lighter than mi Huang thanh Im used to but good flavors. The lemon soda isnt that great though. Chinese donut are doughy I like it.

Review №39

2022-03-18 04:00:02

Very consistent dishes at reasonable prices. Good variety on menu. Good portions. Ive had the mixed fried rice, chicken fried rice, and recently tried the seafood Lad Nah. All delicious! Very friendly staff! This place is a gem. Try it yourself.

Review №40

2023-09-04 14:51:44

Very dirty place. Don’t know why it got to 4 star review.

Review №41

2021-08-01 04:25:26

Great service, large affordable portions, and interesting sides. Their Cambodian soups and their fried breadsticks are incredible, my favorite dishes are the combo soup (which I believe is actually kuyteav) and the congee with fish. They are one of the few Asian restaurants Ive ever come across in San Diego that offer a constantly changing dessert table, including things like pandan flavored waffles, bean/jelly coconut cups, fried baby bananas, and various types of pudding. Their staff is very friendly and helpful.

Review №42

2022-02-26 06:50:14

It has been a while since I last had Chiu Chow food. The food there was authentic (more of a southeastern asian taste than actual Chiu Chow) and very delicious. My favorite was the braised need noodle soup and the DUCK. The broth was godsend. Cant beat that for breakfast.

Review №43

2019-09-19 15:27:14

Ah man, this is the one and only place where I can find the exact way how Duck Soup is prepared, where the broth is not dark but clear. Recommended by a friend of mine, Trieu Chau is my go to place for not only the soup but other specialties, be aware their menu is extensive, so review before ordering. Its located in the neighborhood of City Heights, parking can be tight. Quick and friendly service too, they dont mess around👍

Review №44

2019-05-13 23:19:13

Food was ok, very dirty kitchen though, lots of flies. Chairs have a sticky feel to them. Menus are feel dirty as well. Didnt feel like eating after being there only for a few minutes, but I still gave it a try. The soup base is good, but I wont be coming back. Just too dirty.

Review №45

2019-06-10 05:49:26

High expectation for this place since the public ratings have been quite high; but we were very disappointed after eating here.* There were several flies roaming about the dining area.* Messy tables: Staff didnt bother to clean up after customers left; given the fact that the place was not, at all, busy.* Ordered a couple of seafood noodle soups; but the dish was just lukewarm; not at all appetizing.

Review №46

2022-08-21 18:50:49

Absolutely delicious food. I love the popcorn chicken, but they have a wide variety of authentic Asian foods including Thai and Chinese

Review №47

2023-01-22 22:29:56

Really 4 1/2. Really enjoyed pork bone soup side plus noodles. Friendly family service.

Review №48

2019-06-22 23:01:40

The food tasted pretty good, reminded me of food my friends mom cooked as kids. Definitely a very authentic Asian flavor. The price was also great too. Ill definitely return.

Review №49

2023-05-18 03:01:34

The best Seafood Egg Noodle soup I’ve ever had !!!

Review №50

2019-06-01 17:30:48

Excellent food! Waitress very friendly and patient! The service is excellent and fast, the restaurant was clean. The food flavor is awesome! And they served our food very fast, Ill recommend this little gem in San Diego 100%

Review №51

2018-10-18 05:58:46

Cantonese? I guess... I say its more Cambodian than Chinese food.. there are some Chinese on the menu. Get the bone soup... and use the lime... I love their dry noodles too... simple but packed with flavor... dont be afraid to use the pungent sauces and ingredients on the table. The crispy chili oil is a must on your noodles...

Review №52

2021-02-15 17:26:08

Had combination egg noodle for takeout. Great tasting broth. Thin egg noodles had good texture. Would come again for sure when in area.

Review №53

2022-12-24 18:41:44

Nice place for transitional southern China noodle cuisine and much more. Will repeat my visit.

Review №54

2021-11-14 00:25:24

Great family owned establishment my parents have been coming here over 20yrs. They remember me since I was a kid. Can’t beat the love and family atmosphere

Review №55

2017-12-19 17:47:19

Famous for their Stir Fry egg noodle! Aka Lad Na. My list of must haves are Seafood Lad Na, Bone Soup (great for hangovers or sickness), chicken wings and fried intestines!

Review №56

2019-03-21 16:02:38

OMG this food is so authentic, love the travel experience of being in here. Really reasonable prices, a place to meet like-minded people who appreciate the great food.

Review №57

2022-01-20 23:32:41

I just got to try the fried rice today and even though it was already cold tasted so yummy. I think is a mixed fried rice. A must try for sure.

Review №58

2018-08-24 03:25:21

Great service. Nice family restaurant. Been coming here for 20 years and dont plan to stop anytime soon. And the food is delish!!

Review №59

2023-02-14 21:09:20

Very authentic and good quality food with excellent flavor

Review №60

2021-07-13 07:21:57

I live in Menlo for almost 5 always passing thru the restaurant and finally I decided to try it and honestly it was 🔥 why did I waited Soo long to try it tho 😳😭

Review №61

2021-01-14 21:17:36

Love this place!!!! Been here since I was around 9 or 10 year old. I remember when their kids was just a kid.. Great food!!

Review №62

2022-11-21 04:07:41

Amazing food and service. The soup was great!!

Review №63

2017-11-15 05:29:17

Always love coming here whether its with the family or just as a couple. Fast and efficient service, food is very fresh and tastes great.

Review №64

2021-11-30 20:29:12

Amazing food. And service. I love the bread. 100% guarantee youll love it too.

Review №65

2018-03-31 21:16:30

The combination soup is great here. They serve whole coconuts to drink from. They are delicious!

Review №66

2017-09-28 18:49:16

Amazing. This place is a childhood staple for me and I come as often as possible. Always has a home cooked vibe to the food.

Review №67

2019-11-04 21:08:43

Omgosh cockroach and hairs is inside my ramen, nor coming back here ever again and the kitch are very dirty and i saw rat running around in the kitch :(

Review №68

2022-12-17 08:04:39

Very unfortunately they no longer in business, hope they reopen soon, cause they were my family favorite place

Review №69

2022-01-31 03:15:09

Pretty damn good Chinese food. Affordable and always ready on time.

Review №70

2019-08-12 06:50:53

Very freindly, Great customer service, food was amazing. Definately will be returning to this hidden gem.

Review №71

2021-02-01 23:08:15

I go there almost everyday it my favorite places 🥰 and also pork chops with rice is the bom.

Review №72

2017-02-04 22:18:53

#Gaginang cool place to go for some authentic Teo chew food. Speak teochew with the lady (possibly owner?) for freebies!

Review №73

2019-11-05 21:47:18

Lemon grass chicken is great! Restroom could use a good cleaning though.

Review №74

2017-06-24 19:11:56

My grandma has been coming here since she came to the U.S. and she absolutely loves it, just like me!

Review №75

2022-06-15 00:08:07

Love this place. Great food. Good service .

Review №76

2016-01-02 15:25:30

Food is delish, beef chow mein and salt and pepper shrimp is the way to go!

Review №77

2019-10-08 21:37:17

A true eating experience your palate will enjoy this Asian Cuisine

Review №78

2018-12-05 06:53:34

Not authentic Cambodian or Chinese food. Overpriced. Owners friendly though.

Review №79

2017-12-17 07:08:09

Great food, decent prices and large amount.

Review №80

2018-06-20 00:05:00

I’ve been coming here for half my life. I love this place and the owners are the hardest working people I know.

Review №81

2022-10-21 15:14:54

Not open at 8:00am, please change the hours.

Review №82

2019-10-08 07:07:44

Been here once but it was good food

Review №83

2020-08-22 17:59:16

Probably the best, cleanest, and healthy Asian cuisine in San Diego.

Review №84

2023-04-14 01:36:35

Closed on Thursday at 6:30PM.

Review №85

2022-05-11 23:50:03

Food is amazing

Review №86

2019-10-17 08:01:05

The owner is very rude not coming here ever again also the kitchen is very dirty 🤢

Review №87

2017-08-31 16:53:47

Food is always excellent and staff is friendly

Review №88

2020-07-08 18:09:38

Friendly service good food and fair price

Review №89

2018-04-12 12:40:34

Food was wonderful and service personalized.

Review №90

2022-08-13 01:21:46

As a Chinese I confirm this is authentic af

Review №91

2019-05-06 15:59:52

Great little place. Great food.

Review №92

2022-05-10 19:04:39

Mom’s cooking! Been too long!

Review №93

2018-04-12 01:44:30

Great food, gland service

Review №94

2021-09-10 03:34:37

Nice Chinese restaurant at a decent price

Review №95

2020-06-21 00:56:14

Very good food and friendly services

Review №96

2021-02-02 22:24:57

It is a great place to eat

Review №97

2019-11-18 00:52:28

Best friend rice in San Diego!

Review №98

2017-05-12 19:05:28

The only place for Tieu Chau noodle.

Review №99

2022-01-08 03:35:36

Loved the Drunken Noodles

Review №100

2023-02-12 19:15:08

Good food.

Review №101

2016-09-27 21:45:32

Authentic Cambodian Teochew food.

Review №102

2018-09-16 01:58:45

Best noodle ever!!

Review №103

2020-10-22 01:22:21

Bomb!

Review №104

2017-10-10 06:46:22

Simple good food

Review №105

2018-08-06 00:55:34

Great food

Review №106

2018-06-07 19:42:08

Excellent foods.

Review №107

2021-03-24 00:26:03

Delicious food

Review №108

2017-07-31 04:33:38

Khmer dishes

Review №109

2017-02-28 00:58:39

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

Review №110

2017-10-03 20:59:52

Review №111

2017-09-23 23:11:39

Good food!!

Review №112

2017-08-07 18:19:09

Simple setting, the dishes are generous but lack taste, there is too much sauce and it is difficult to grasp the flavors.

Review №113

2019-10-11 15:35:13

I do not recommend it