Top Asian Restaurant in Vista
Kanpai Restaurant
301 Palomar St, Chula Vista, CA 91911, United States
One of our go-to Asian restaurants. Authentic sushi and other Japanese cuisine for affordable prices. My wife and I come here often.
Panda Imperial Restaurant
1208 3rd Ave, Chula Vista, CA 91911, United States
Immediately when we walked in we were promptly seated and asked what drinks we would like and also gave us wantons with sweet and sour sauce as an appetizer. They gave us a moment to look at the menu afterwards, so we can decide on what to eat. After a several minutes and when she noticed we were ready she came back and took our order.The customer service here is quick and the people are polite although we did have to ask for a refill on our drinks.The food here is of good quality and a nice portion to boot. It is not the best Chinese food but it is pretty yummy. if you are looking for something fancier dont expect to pay the price youd pay here or get the same portion size either. The food was about $30 and we had enough left overs for another meal.Thank You so much for your hospitality and for the quick service. We really enjoyed our time here.
New Tokyo Restaurant
3170 Vista Del Camino Cir N, Marina, CA 93933, United States
A restaurant claimed to be Japanese. They might be able to get by for non-Asian people, but surely not for Asians.... If you want Japanese food, definitely not a good choice.
Goldfish Japanese Restaurant
3135 Rancho Vista Blvd suite g, Palmdale, CA 93551, United States
Currently I'm up in the air about this place. I was in the area as noticed all the traffic this restaurant had so when my sister invited me to another place we frequent I asked her if we could try Goldfish. We went in a little after opening and there were three parties seated. We looked at some of the dishes coming out and they looked and smelled delicious. We ordered mixed tempura, grilled shrimp, hot green tea and a sashimi bowl. Or order took a while to come out but we were catching up on things, plus good things come to those that wait so I'm told. Everything looked beautiful. The tempura was crisp. Vegetables were adequate size but the shrimp were mostly batter. My sister had the sashimi. She said the rice was tasty but the fish wasn't as good as our usual place. I took a bite of the grilled shrimp and broccoli and it tasted like fuel. At first I thought it was me. I asymmetric sister who by the way is a chef to taste it. She was of the same opinion. With a little effort we caught the attention of a server because by now the place was full. She apologized and asked if I wanted a replacement, a new dish or a refund. I opted for the ginger chicken. She took the entrée and left the rice and salad. This time my order took so long I had to ask them to pack it to go. It was time to pick my son up from school. I have to admit the ginger chicken smelled delicious. The waitress brought the bill and she explained how she gave us a 20% discount. We thanked her and left. While waiting for the new entrée I did eat my salad which was fresh but the dressing was bland. I didn't eat my rice because I didn't come for white rice. I was surprised to see the to go package only had the ginger chicken in it. Maybe you can see why I am on the fence here. They tried to make it right which I appreciate. The food appeared to be good and everyone has a bad day. I just don't know if at those prices I want to chance it again. My sister got one cup of hot tea, more batter than shrimp and although they replaced the entrée it took so long I had no time to try it. Then no rice in the to go.
Teriyaki Grill
380 3rd Ave B, Chula Vista, CA 91910, United States
Not your typical Chinese/Asian restaurant. The food here is prepared and presented well by a competent chef. Not salty, greasy and oily like standard asian takeaway places. I think they use sushi rice in the dishes. Tried teriyaki beef bento, everything was top notch. Salad was topped with fresh homemade sauce (texture was similar to chutney). Low-key restaurant that does not compromise on food quality and taste.
PHO - VISTA
485 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081, United States
This was probably the WORST service I have ever gotten at any restaurant I have ever been too.I went February 6th with a friend who I only see a few times a month. We were seated at the same time a party of 8 was seated. We ordered two drinks, an appetizer, soup, and noodles and received our appetizer and drinks quickly. This is where the service went downhill. We waited. And waited. And waited. An hour passed (I was keeping track of the time) and the party of 8, who were seated at the same time as us, were done with their dinner and leaving!! The party of 8 received all their courses while we were STILL waiting for the soup and entree. We got our waiters attention and asked for our check and told him how displeased we were with the wait. He assured us that our food would come soon but we were too grumpy and upset to wait any longer. He went to get the check and told us not to worry about paying.I was so disappointed with the service! I have always heard great things about this restaurant and the one and only time I go I received terrible service.I would advise you to go at your own risk!
P.F. Changs
2015 Birch Rd Ste 1401, Chula Vista, CA 91915, United States
This is not your typical 5-star review. Its not about flawless execution or unparalleled excellence. No, this review is about one persons exceptional problem-solving skills: Manager Jesus. Thanks to his swift actions and ability to handle a challenging situation, PF Changs Eastlake earns all five stars. So, a big thank you to Jesus, the hero of PF Changs Eastlake!Now, if youre interested in the gripping story of what happened, get ready for a rollercoaster of inefficiency, staff mistakes, and one managers exceptional ability to turn things around. If youd rather skip the drama and go straight to the verdict, rest assured that the food at PF Changs Eastlake is excellent, especially their gluten-free options, and you can trust that the manager is more than capable of tackling high-pressure situations like a boss.We placed a larger take-out order of $100+ on July 7th around 6 pm. We parked outside at stall #4 and called the number on the sign. However, the system had long prompts, making it less than ideal. When someone finally answered, they lacked professionalism and struggled to understand the name on the order. They assured us the order would be brought out when ready and asked for the stall number.After thirty minutes, we called again, hoping for good news. This time, a different person answered and we asked about our order. Surprisingly, they didnt ask for the stall number, assuming they had it from our previous call. We then saw a staff member hand a bag to someone outside the restaurant without any questions. It seemed like a mistake had been made. Concerned, we went inside and approached the hostess stand. When we asked about our order, we were told it wasnt ready, which seemed odd. We requested an estimate of the wait time and noticed staff gathering behind the stand, indicating a problem. When the hostess returned, our suspicions were confirmed—they had given our order to the wrong person.Frustration peaked after waiting over an hour amidst inefficiencies and unprofessionalism. We decided to ask for a manager. Jesus, the hero, came out and listened to our concerns. He apologized sincerely and assured us the order would be remade, though there would be a wait. Remarkably, Jesus offered to comp the entire order. We were truly grateful.We waited at the bar and discovered Voodoo Ranger, one of the best beers on tap, adding a glimmer of positivity to the situation. Around 7:40 pm, Jesus personally handed us our order. His attention to detail made all the difference.Heres to you, Jesus! Your exceptional skills in managing high-pressure situations deserve applause. Thank you for swiftly resolving a predicament caused by a staff mistake. It is for this reason that PF Changs Eastlake earns a well-deserved 5-star review. I have no doubt that the restaurant will learn from these incidents and improve its processes.To future patrons of PF Changs Eastlake, expect excellent food, especially the gluten-free options. And if, by some unfortunate twist of fate, you find yourself caught in unforeseen events, take solace in knowing that Jesus, the remarkable manager, will be there to save the day.Happy dining!
Hana Kitchen - Isla Vista
6558 Pardall Rd, Isla Vista, CA 93117, United States
My experience was the opposite of some other reviewers. The young woman serving was pleasant and helpful. But the food was not to my liking.I asked if there were any choices that would avoid a lot of fat. She said that the beef is boiled so that would be a bad choice. And the chicken meat is from a fatty part of the chicken.So, I opted for the vegan version. The vegan chicken managed to have the flavor and consistency of chicken fat! The only way I could eat it was to remind myself that it is really just tofu with that horrid texture.The vegetables were mostly just overcooked cabbage. No broccoli or any other tasty vegetables. Under that was white rice.If you are desperate for food in Isla Vista you might be OK eating here. Right now many of the restaurants are closed so I was desperate for something new.I will add that as I was leaving a young man sat with his butt on the table where I had just been eating. I seriously doubt that there was anyone to wipe the table down after he left. I did not count that in my rating, but it was a bit unsettling.
Pho Vinh Vietnamese Noodle House
349 Broadway, Chula Vista, CA 91910, United States
This isnt a Pho restaurant design for Asian customers that know what good authentic Vietnamese should taste like.Spring rolls had little to no aromatic herbs mint/basil/, just all iceberg lettuce.Soup has an overwhelmingly strong MSG flavor, but I didnt taste a strong Bone broth in soup.Its an ok restaurant if you are craving pho, but not the same authenticity like east San Diego or Mira Mesa restaurants that cater to Asian customers.Servers are good and fast, and he memorizes all your orders never writing anything down. Amazing.
JCK Asia Kitchen and Bar
2322 Proctor Valley Rd suite 104, Chula Vista, CA 91914, United States
You cannot believe how excited I was to see a Chinese restaurant opening up. And when I visited the first time, I found that it was actually an AUTHENTIC Chinese restaurant. And when I say authentic, I truly mean people and cooks speaking in Chinese - both Mandarin and Cantonese!But that wasn't all… the food is absolutely yummy and to get soup dumplings, yummy pan fried dumplings and noddles within walkable distance… I am so tempted to go every week!My kids love the string beans… and that's a complete win! My two older love the dumplings and my husband even said the beef ribs soup was pretty good!I'm definitely a fan and will be heading there more! The menu is small, but everything is made with a lot of thought and done so well!So support local business and head over and try them out!