Chopstix (again)

mmm-yoso!!! is back with another post written by Cathy.  Kirk and His Missus remain on vacation and are enjoying so many activities!
 Kirk wrote about Chopstix in 2005 and again in 2009.  I included a mention on a multi-post in 2016 and again in 2017 even though this 'original' location (Chopstix Too closed earlier this year) has been a rotational stop for The Mister and I for decades. 

 Menu selections are consistent; no need to change what is good.  The most recent 'change' is that hot tea is now $1.  
 An order of mixed tempura ($11.95) is, as always, perfectly fried and includes three shrimp along with eight pieces of in-season vegetables.
 I was craving Hiyashi ($13.95) on this warm day and did select the 'traditional' egg-ramen noodles (being able to select udon or somen is always an option).  The colorful bowl, anchored with chilled noodles and cold, crisp vegetables (cucumber, sprouts. ginger, seaweed and corn) and shredded egg/omelet along with the moist, perfectly crisp pieces of chicken karaage and pieces of imitation crab when mixed with the tangy, sesame/soy vinaigrette dressing is very refreshing.
 The Mister was craving both the sweet and spicy flavors of Mabo (stir fried ground pork with tofu) ($10.95) and also Ton Katsu (deep fried breaded pork) ($2), so  He ordered the Mabo Don set which includes the miso soup and a small salad.  A full meal for $12.95.

The home-style food, atmosphere and friendly employees have remained consistent and Chopstix has survived-for more than 30 years.

Chopstix 4633 Convoy San Diego 92111  (858) 569-9171 open Sun-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10 Website

Comments

[kat]

amazing! that they survived for so long, what a gem

[Soo]

Good looking tempura.

[Cathy]

A really great place, Kat. Always fresh, (I think nothing here is frozen) and quality. The Mabo and curry sauces are amazing.

The fry on everything here is expertly done, Soo. Never greasy, too thick or burned.