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Thirty Years at Del Mar's Table

Spices Thai Kitchen has anchored Del Mar and Carmel Valley for over three decades, serving deeply authentic Thai cuisine with the care that turns first-time visitors into lifelong regulars.
Where It Started

Where It Started

In 1994, Spices Thai Kitchen opened in Del Mar with one conviction: authentic Thai cooking deserved a permanent home here. That founding devotion has never wavered — and neither has the line of neighbors who've made it their own.
The Kitchen's Philosophy

The Kitchen's Philosophy

Every dish is the result of meticulous sourcing, time-honored Thai recipes, and carefully calibrated spice levels. From the golden richness of a well-built curry to the crisp perfection of a spring roll, the craft is always visible.
A Space Worth Savoring

A Space Worth Savoring

The dining room is anchored by a sweeping floor-to-ceiling botanical mural — a sleek, sun-drenched space that's as welcoming as it is beautiful. Spacious and unhurried, it's a room you settle into rather than rush through.
The Tea That Started a Legend

The Tea That Started a Legend

Ask any regular what to order first and the answer is always the Thai iced tea — a creamy, perfectly sweetened pour that loyal guests call the best they've ever tasted.
Del Mar's Gathering Place

Del Mar's Gathering Place

Families who came here as children now bring their own kids. The pet-friendly patio welcomes the whole household — there's always a table waiting, and always something worth coming back for.