Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:30 AM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in San Diego: 6:39 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ – call (858) 780-0022 to confirm.
Location & directions
13223 Black Mountain Road #2San Diego, CA 92129
About The Original Sab-E-Lee
The Original Sab-E-Lee is a Thai restaurant you'll find at 13223 Black Mountain Road #2 in San Diego, California. It is one of 1,904 places to eat and drink we list in San Diego.
The Original Sab-E-Lee is open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday). Note that it closes between lunch and dinner service on 4 days of the week.
You can visit for takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in. Offerings include vegetarian options and gluten-free options.
Payment methods accepted: credit cards and NFC mobile payments. You can reach the team at (858) 780-0022.
Quick facts
- Category
- Thai Restaurant
- Address
- 13223 Black Mountain Road #2, San Diego, CA 92129
- Phone
- (858) 780-0022
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 1 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for Thai restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared The Original Sab-E-Lee’s weekday schedule with 24 other Thai restaurants in San Diego. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:30 AM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 51 hours a week, 15 hours fewer than the local median of 66. 92% of Thai restaurants in San Diego open on Sundays, and The Original Sab-E-Lee is one of them.
Compared with 24 other Thai restaurants in San Diego that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for Thai restaurants in California
Based on 131 menus with 12,428 priced items from Thai restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $14.95, and half of all items are priced between $9.50 and $18.00.
We don’t have The Original Sab-E-Lee’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what Thai restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Pad Thai | 77% | $16.75 |
| Yellow Curry | 73% | $16.98 |
| Green Curry | 69% | $16.95 |
| Pineapple Fried Rice | 67% | $17.00 |
| Red Curry | 63% | $16.95 |
| Panang Curry | 55% | $16.95 |
| Sticky Rice | 54% | $4.00 |
| Peanut Sauce | 53% | $3.00 |
Calculated from 131 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Vegetarian options
- Gluten-free options
Amenities
- Restroom
Payments
- Credit cards
- NFC mobile payments
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of The Original Sab-E-Lee there are 16 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 23 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (4), Bakeries & Desserts (3), Sandwiches & Delis (3), and Bars & Pubs (2).
The Original Sab-E-Lee is the only Thai restaurant within a mile (2 within three miles). The next closest is 56 Thai Cafe, 1.7 mi away.
6 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Japanese & SushiWonderful Sushi< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsGolden Spoon< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodEverbowl< 0.1 mi
- Chicken & WingsRice Chicken< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisJersey Mike's Subs< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a Thai restaurant
Thai restaurants are among the most common sit-down restaurants in American towns of every size. Menus balance sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavors and are built around curries, stir-fries, noodle dishes, soups and salads, served with jasmine or sticky rice.
What to order
- Pad thai or pad see ew – the most popular noodle dishes
- Green, red or massaman curry – with rice; massaman is the mildest
- Tom yum or tom kha soup – hot-and-sour or coconut-based
- Larb or som tam – bright, spicy Isan salads
Good to know
- Spice is usually rated on a 1–5 scale; you can always add chili at the table.
- Lunch specials typically include soup or a spring roll at a lower price.
- Many Thai restaurants close between lunch and dinner on weekdays – check the hours.
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Frequently asked questions
What are The Original Sab-E-Lee's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is The Original Sab-E-Lee open on Sunday?
Yes, The Original Sab-E-Lee is open on Sundays: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is The Original Sab-E-Lee located?
The Original Sab-E-Lee is located at 13223 Black Mountain Road #2, San Diego, CA 92129.
What is the phone number of The Original Sab-E-Lee?
You can call The Original Sab-E-Lee at (858) 780-0022.
Does The Original Sab-E-Lee offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for The Original Sab-E-Lee, and takeout is available. Listed service options: takeout, outdoor seating, and dine-in.
Is The Original Sab-E-Lee open late?
No, The Original Sab-E-Lee usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near The Original Sab-E-Lee?
There are 23 other places to eat and drink within a mile of The Original Sab-E-Lee. Nearby options include Wonderful Sushi (< 0.1 mi), Golden Spoon (< 0.1 mi), and Everbowl (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other Thai restaurants near The Original Sab-E-Lee?
None within a mile. The closest is 56 Thai Cafe, 1.7 mi away.
How much do Thai restaurants in California cost?
Based on 131 menus with 12,428 priced items from Thai restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $14.95, and half of all items are priced between $9.50 and $18.00.
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