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The Asian Bistro

Thai restaurant
$$Accommodating gluten-free
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Kid Friendly
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This spot offers a cozy, inviting ambiance with a chill vibe, enhanced by great music and cool paintings. Known for its plentiful gluten-free options, the attentive staff ensures a welcoming experience for those seeking gluten-free dining in a relaxed setting.
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Accommodating

Some risk of cross-contamination

Trained staff
Suggested by the GF community
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They have plenty of gluten-free options available.

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Parking is challenging due to the location.

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The restaurant is open late for dinner.

414 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
2.4km

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Beatriz Williamson
The waitress, Cristina, (other than addressing an older woman, as “Hon”), I thought was excellent! She was attentive, personable & paid great attention to my request for no msg (it gives me migraines) nor gluten (i have celiac). My reason for the very low rating on the food is because when my stir fry veggies with golden tofu was served within approximately 4 mins, i was very suspicious and told Cristina so. Truth be told, it looked like it had been sitting awhile. I was assured that there had been a large order so extra have been cooked which is why it came out so fast. Approximately two minutes later. Cristina came back out and said “Don’t take a bite”, it’s not gluten free. (of which i had taken exactly one bite). A new plate was brought. I wish i would have taken s picture of it because, for $17.00, you get a huge amount of rice noodles, and a rather small dinner entrée. The flavor was not bad, I’d give it a 5, on a 1-10. But what prompted me to write a review is that i was awakened with a headache. The only time i get headaches, is when i either consume gluten, or msg. I am certain my entrée had one or the other, so was pretty upset. As it was, i was not planning on going back because you don’t get much value for your money. Matter of fact, i had told Cristina i was still hungry afterward. (And im a small woman weighing only 102lbs). I surely hope Asian Bistro changes their ways. Thank you.
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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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