Welcome to Kanda Thai Cuisine!
Located at 3545 Midway Dr. #M, San Diego, CA 92110, Kanda Thai Cuisine offers an authentic taste of Thailand in the heart of San Diego. Our family-owned restaurant is dedicated to serving traditional Thai dishes crafted with love and care, ensuring a memorable dining experience for every guest. From our flavorful Panang Curry to our refreshing Papaya Salad, each dish is a culinary journey to Thailand. Join us and experience the warmth of Thai hospitality at Kanda Thai Cuisine.
Sub SUB par Thai food. Wouldn’t return or reccomend. Smelled like guinea pig bedding inside. Ordered the pad see ew with shrimp, it lacked traditional flavors. Out of all the pad see ews I’ve ordered this one is the lowest quality. The noodles were bare of sauce and flavorless. Almost returned everything but didn’t want to through more trouble with the lady at the front. The fried rice with chicken was greasy and not delicious. 🙁
Great food & service! Very delicious options if you’re in the area and craving thai. The pad thai was delicious & my friends’ curries (not pictured) looked pretty appetizing as well! As typical of thai restaurants, you can select spice levels depending on your spice tolerance. Vegetarian options are plentiful if you or anyone you know of have this dietary restriction.
We went to Kanda Thai Cuisine today on Midway Dr in Point Loma and it was fantastic! We got the appetizer Curry Puffs which had a moist filling and a lot of flavor but the flakey shell was my favorite part. My husband got Peanut noodles with a spice level of 3 out 5 and had a creamy smooth flavor and the veggies were cooked perfectly. I had Green Curry combo (beef, chicken and shrimp) with the spice level of 4 out of 5 and again perfect veggies that weren't mushy and a good kick while having that savory green Curry flavor. Service was excellent and thought I would shout them out because it was quiet hole in the wall that satisfied a craving. We missed their lunch special that ended at 3pm but it looked like a great deal, we will come back to try that!!
Delicious food, great staff, pretty interior, and overall nice experience. I had the chicken pad see ew and my partner had the chicken lad nah with rice on the side. Both were supper good. One thing though, I ordered level 5 spice and it wasn't spicy at all but the flavor was still good. We also ordered the lemonade and it was super good. I usually have to water other lemonade down but this lemonade was perfect and also had the good ice.
This place was exceptionally good. The dine-in area is on the smaller end, so expect waiting during busy hours. We ordered the panang curry and kra paw which were really good. The glass noodles and fried rice were good. The chicken wings were ok; they come with a sweet sauce on top of them so if you want them naked let the server know. The only reason why we didn't give this place 5 stars was because of the portion size, the portion was a little on the smaller end for the price we paid. Overall a good place to eat thai food.
Sub SUB par Thai food. Wouldn’t return or reccomend. Smelled like guinea pig bedding inside. Ordered the pad see ew with shrimp, it lacked traditional flavors. Out of all the pad see ews I’ve ordered this one is the lowest quality. The noodles were bare of sauce and flavorless. Almost returned everything but didn’t want to through more trouble with the lady at the front. The fried rice with chicken was greasy and not delicious. 🙁
I cook Thai food and love this place. Very high quality spice blends. I only buy Thai here. Great yellow curry!!!
Authentic joint, Thai iced tea 3$ was a great deal!!
Awesome Lunch Specials. UPDATED December 20th 2024!
Good authentic Thai food. Courteous and friendly service.
Worst Thai restaurant, was looking for some places to eat and stumbled upon this restaurant, will never go back, the food is mediocre and you'll hate yourself for going here, Don't waste your time going here,food straight to the garbage bin
Great food & service! Very delicious options if you’re in the area and craving thai. The pad thai was delicious & my friends’ curries (not pictured) looked pretty appetizing as well! As typical of thai restaurants, you can select spice levels depending on your spice tolerance. Vegetarian options are plentiful if you or anyone you know of have this dietary restriction.
I’m a bit disappointed; there’s hardly any flavor. I got the shrimp Pad Thai and you can’t taste the peanut sauce- the serving size however is big. The woman at the counter was sweet in the beginning but her hospitality changed and was much less welcoming at the end- perhaps because I didn’t tip but it was takeout. Manners are everything and the tipping culture in the states is ridiculous. It shouldn’t be mandatory or expected but based on the quality of the food and service one receives.
ไปทานมาเมื่อวาน สั่งของว่างก็ไม่ได้พนักงานลืมไม่ใสใจ สั่งราดหน้า กับผัดซีอิ๊วก็แย่ ไม่มีเครื่องปรุงให้
Solid thai spot. Would go back and order their fried rice again!
Well the credit card machine wasn’t working so … Also quite stinky and hot inside. We just walked out.
I love this restaurant so much <3
Pricey, small portions. Update: Decided to try this restaurant again. The portions have increased to a fair amount. The prices are still high for what you get. Got the Chicken Jungle Curry and Pork Panang Curry. The Jungle Curry was good, however it did not have the authentic herbal taste and aroma due to the lack of finger roots, green pepper corns, and jungle curry paste. There were nontraditional veggies in it such as cabbage and cucumber. We would not order it again. The Panang Curry had a good taste, however it was very watery as if the coconut milk was not cooked down enough to result in the traditional creamy texture for Panang. Panang Curry is usually thicker than other curries like red, green and yellow. It also did not have the expected kefir lime leaf aroma. We would not order it again.
My friend ordered Spicy Eggplant that she normally gets, since we are regular customers. She asked for a 5 spicyness, but it must have been a 10! Her stomach hurt the rest of the day.
We were extremely disappointed with the food that we got. Lemongrass soup had no flavor or hint of Lemongrass. We left most of it as is. Pad Thai was way too sweet and noodles were really undercooked and hard to chew. Spicy noodles were alright. We had a lot of leftover and we are a family that almost never have Thai leftover because we all love it so much. We will be skipping this place next time for sure
Update.
Finally dine in and was very disappointed. There was no cilantro in my Tum Yum. I asked for it but never got. Duck is still on the menu, but since I haven’t been able to order duck for takeout, I was hoping to get it dining in, but it’s not available. They didn’t have boba as well, and no ice cream. I suggest updating the menu if you’re not going to serve the item for over a long extended time. I also got the sea food salad and it was very sweet, not sour and spicy like the last time I ordered. Still inconsistent!
3 stars because it’s a hit or missed. Not consistent. The first time I ordered from here was so delicious I ordered again the very next week. The Tum Yum soup was a little disappointed but I had my spicy Pad Thai so I was still happy with my food.
The third time I ordered I asked for jungle curry with only salmon, but there was no salmon in my curry, and all the other type of meat was in it. I couldn’t even eat it. I called but it was 10 mins before closing time so I didn’t get through.
I will continue to order the Pad Thai and Duck curry, but maybe not try anything else.
Had the chicken pad thai....10/10!🔥🤌🏻
Kanda Thai is consistently one of the best places to get Thai food and one of my top favorites. They are consistent in their spice, flavoring, and dish creation and their lunch special with the soup and salad contrasts flavors making a stellar combination.
The service was so quick and pleasant. This is the best Tom Yum soup I have ever had, hands down.
I also got the steamed pot stickers and I am equally as impressed.
I really really recommend this place. The quality of the ingredients is obvious. Thank you!!
Don’t waste your money. You don’t get what you pay for. The garlic edamame had maybe a teaspoon of garlic on it… the tom yum soup was basically only broth and had no cilantro. When I asked for a side of lime she handed me the slice of lemon you see in the pic. This is a rip off…
Great food and service
Always great friendly service and great food. I tip generously.
Food was delicious.
Owners are cheap, I used to go there at least once or twice a week but noticed the server and the owner were pissed at me for opening my laptop there, today I went in and they say I wasn’t allowed to use my laptop, the place is huge and is always empty… I don’t understand how non beneficial it is to see a customer seating and eating there… specially if its a regular… do yourself a favour and eat elsewhere…
It's a nice place to go for a tasty, quiet lunch. It's very clean and the staff is friendly. I highly recommend trying at least once.
Overly spiced food too salty too sweet and old rotten fried tofu was disgusting. Service was fast food came out quickly but with had to ask for napkins and utensils and ask for some thai spices
We went to Kanda Thai Cuisine today on Midway Dr in Point Loma and it was fantastic! We got the appetizer Curry Puffs which had a moist filling and a lot of flavor but the flakey shell was my favorite part. My husband got Peanut noodles with a spice level of 3 out 5 and had a creamy smooth flavor and the veggies were cooked perfectly. I had Green Curry combo (beef, chicken and shrimp) with the spice level of 4 out of 5 and again perfect veggies that weren't mushy and a good kick while having that savory green Curry flavor. Service was excellent and thought I would shout them out because it was quiet hole in the wall that satisfied a craving. We missed their lunch special that ended at 3pm but it looked like a great deal, we will come back to try that!!
Loved the Crab Fried Rice and Egg Rolls. The Green Curry with chicken was delicious too! Definitely returning!👍🏾👍🏾
Heyo Greg, it's ok here but the Thai iced tea is gooder
Fantastic little place we stumbled upon! We love Thai food and we're excited to see some new things compared to our usual local place. Awesome service and really tasty food at food prices. Highly recommend!
I had the spicy noddle, it was very good.
ชื่อร้านอาหารไทย เเต่รสชาติไม่ไช่ไทย ไม่ไช่กุ๊กคนไทย สถานที่ดี หาคนทำครัวเป็นคนไทยเเท้ๆ จะดีกว่า เสียชื่ออาหารไทยหมด..
One of the best Thai food in the area. My #1 spot I return to frequently. Great taste, affordable, friendly staff. Highly recommend.
Not especially delicious. Noodles were gross, curry was ok. I would find another thai restaurant.
Enjoy this place
But no green tea ice cream .Why is it on the menu. So disappointed
The place is nice and clean Good music service is good but the food is probably the worst I ever try in Thai food I order a wonton soup that the menu said with chicken broth and it was more like water and cook vegetables I order Flat noodles with chicken I almost vomit the chicken taste old and rubbery the noddles have and after taste horrible and over cook To bad the service is good and the place
Delightful staff and delicious food. Came in big portions for an incredibly good price in SD!
Food is very bland. Do not recommend.
Very meh Thai food… out of all the places in San Diego this is our least favorite. When dining in, walls/windows dirty and lots of flies
Kanda Thai Cuisine is an absolute gem that captures the essence of authentic Thai dining. From the moment you step inside, you're embraced with warm hospitality that makes you feel right at home.
The service at Kanda Thai Cuisine is top-notch, with staff members who genuinely care about your dining experience. Their attentive and friendly nature creates an inviting ambiance, making you feel like a cherished guest.
Now, let's talk about the food. Prepare to be amazed by the culinary delights that await you. The menu at Kanda Thai Cuisine offers a wide array of mouthwatering Thai dishes, each prepared with meticulous attention to detail and bursting with incredible flavors.
Start your meal with the Tom Yum soup, a revelation of balanced spices and fresh ingredients. The Pad Thai is a must-try, with perfectly cooked noodles and a delightful combination of shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and crushed peanuts. And don't forget to indulge in the Mango Sticky Rice for a sweet and fragrant dessert.
What sets Kanda Thai Cuisine apart is the way they make you feel like family. The warm and welcoming ambiance, coupled with the attentive and gracious service, creates an environment that is both comforting and uplifting. It's a place where you can relax, enjoy a meal, and create lasting memories.
In conclusion, Kanda Thai Cuisine deserves accolades for its exceptional service, remarkable food, and heartwarming atmosphere. Whether you're a Thai cuisine enthusiast or new to the flavors, a visit to this restaurant is a must. Treat yourself to an unforgettable dining experience that will leave you longing to return.
Absolutely delicious! Worth the drive for authentic Thai food.
Delicious food, great staff, pretty interior, and overall nice experience. I had the chicken pad see ew and my partner had the chicken lad nah with rice on the side. Both were supper good. One thing though, I ordered level 5 spice and it wasn't spicy at all but the flavor was still good. We also ordered the lemonade and it was super good. I usually have to water other lemonade down but this lemonade was perfect and also had the good ice.
Food was very reasonably priced. Ordered the Pad See Ew with pork medium spicy. Though delicious, there were some broccoli or other green stalks in the dish that were too stringy to eat. Medium spice was maybe on the light side so I'll also request hotter next go. The starter soup was on point and the best part of the meal! Not a consume, but some kind of sweet hot cucumber soup I've never had before and unfortunately didnt get the name. Maybe not the right place for a private convo depending on seats but was quiet and clean, and our server was very nice. I enjoyed it and plan to be back!
First time here, it was suggested by a friend. We sat in what looked to be originally the lobby of a large building, repurposed to be part of the dining room of this restaurant. I had to attract the cashier's attention when I arrived first. The server came over after my friend arrived and he was very polite. He even asked the cook about whether any of the soups were vegan for my friend. (The lemongrass soup is!) I ordered Pad Thai noodles with steamed tofu and a small bowl of Tom Kha soup. The soup was ok. I'd give it a 7 out of 10. I've had better and I've had worse. The Pad Thai was, again, just ok. I'd give it a 6. Unfortunately, neither of these would make me want to return.
Would recommend.
Standout issue was the Pad Thai. It was extremely bland. The “triangle” appetizer was mediocre as well. The soup was decent.
Great Thai place I go to frequently when on business in San Diego Very friendly staff, great food,good consistency. Atmosphere isn't much, so don't expect it,but the food is quite good.
Kinda Thai Cuisine.
Very good eats! Wonderful services. We will be back for more Garlic and Pepper beef!!!
Good food, good price, good service this was a happy find.
Excellent, friendly staff & hot, delicious food!
Prices were high for a restaurant in midway behind Home Depot. I only had the green curry which is a staple and a good way to judge a Thai restaurant. It completely lacked flavor and the chicken was chewy. The peas has the most flavor on the dish. It was better after drenching in hot chili oil. I’m pretty sure the workers were Chinese and not even Thai. Rare to go to a Thai restaurant that doesn’t ask your the heat level and i heard them speaking Chinese, which is easy to distinguish from Thai. Don’t know how average rating is above 4 but may it changed hands and as others have said portions are smaller and prices are up 30%.
I ordered papaya salad and it had a long hair in it. They made a new one for me but they made is so spicey I couldn't eat it. I took as if they were mad at me for complaining about hair in my food.
Excellent Thai food !! Quick service..
Not authentic Thai food. To make dish hoter. The chef just poured more cayenne. Larb awful
Great food.. loved their mango sticky rice 😋
This restaurant is really good and majorly underrated! I got the pad Thai and the spicy noodles they were both solid. Great choice only 15 minutes from the San Diego airport.
The location is great being in a plaza central to Midway / Point Loma area next to Home Depot. The food is very good & tasty.
We've been eating take out from them about once a month for almost 3 years. Quality has gone down, portions are about 1/3 smaller while prices are 30% higher. Had bad pork a few times and stomach issues right after. And they always mark the Uber Eats order as "ready" 10-15 minutes earlier which is INFURIATING. We go in, show the app saying ready, they don't care about wasting our time to lie on their ready rate.
Fantastic meal thanks, I was staying at the Ramada down the road and ordered satay chicken skewers, chicken larb, and chicken Penang curry, and they were all beautiful. Such a lovely meal so congratulations to the chefs and the very friendly front of house staff. This is definitely a great venue for a great thai meal.
Fantastic service, superb selection of quality dishes, and a calming atmosphere. Could not recommend more!
Enjoyed dinner here, and the food was excellent. Clean restaurant, friendly staff, and quick service.
Ordered dinner for pickup. My wife ordered my favorite, the spicy roasted duck curry, spicy sea food salad, and spicy Pad Thai noodles. The pad Thai noodles was very dried and not spicy at all. My roasted duck curry didn’t have pineapple chunk, tomatoes or basil, instead it had bell peppers and green beans. My seafood salad only had shrimp, and for some reason it had fried tofu. Very disappointed this time around and I think this will be our very last time ordering food from Kanda Thai.
The food is great, one of the best Thai food spots in San Diego. The place is really clean.
The Thai tea is great! And a really good deal. The food was alright. Nothing too special.
I've eaten there a couple of times now and the wait staff has always been friendly and prompt. The food has been excellent. I intend to return often as this is my new favorite Thai restaurant near my work.
Honestly one of the best restaurants Ive ever been to, the service was amazing and we got our food right away!! The staff was very polite and patient. I ordered the Panang Catfish and it was the best I’ve ever had. The Thai Boba was also amazing, I even had to get a refill. I highly recommend this place, and Im definitely coming back for more!
This place was exceptionally good. The dine-in area is on the smaller end, so expect waiting during busy hours. We ordered the panang curry and kra paw which were really good. The glass noodles and fried rice were good. The chicken wings were ok; they come with a sweet sauce on top of them so if you want them naked let the server know. The only reason why we didn't give this place 5 stars was because of the portion size, the portion was a little on the smaller end for the price we paid. Overall a good place to eat thai food.
Food was good.
The tacos from the streets may be not fancy but the food is way better than this scam restaurant
Food taste like frozen food!
Looks like a rat is cooking at the back!
True Thai flavors. Loved it
Deliciosa comida Thai..fiesta de sabores muy recomendable, no se lo pierdan...!!!
We had the stir fried eggplant, pad see-ew, spring rolls, mango sticky rice, and a boba thai iced tea. Really appreciated the choice of spiciness level from 1-5 for the main dishes.
The food was well prepared and I will definitely eat here again.
Had the pad see-ew, a Thai iced tea, an eggplant dish, and mango sticky rice. The Thai iced tea was great, had a boba option and was really big.
All 3 of the food items we had were prepared well and delicious!
The atmosphere was peaceful and mellow which I liked, and the staff was super nice.
Food was delicious. Vegetarian food had no smell, so it was good. Otherwise there’s a smell in vegetarian dishes at many Thai places.
My friend and I really enjoyed our dinner here. Great service, flavorful food, very good presentation and great value. We would definitely come back!
Not one of the better Thai restaurants- and I was a bit shocked that the food was all sort of rubbery. Sorry-went once-won’t go back.
Decent. Little over priced and smaller portions but good taste
Phenomenal Thai food! Easily one of my favorite Thai restaurants in SD
WOW THIS A FAVORITE PLACE OF MINE...All the food is cooked fresh..they scale..the hot spiciness to your taste...and the ..and if you go during the week...it's very calm place away from A too crowded place...and has A Peaceful atmosphere!!!
What a Hidden Gem!
Service by Rebecca was Outstanding.
Food was perfectly prepared.
Meals reasonably priced and good quantity!
Will be coming back!
Amazing food and service!
Every single thing we ordered was DELICIOUS! The staff was kind, quick, and super helpful. (We recommend the egg rolls, phad thai, and the "triangles")
First time here. Ordered the chicken satay and fresh spring rolls (shrimp). Good flavor! A little pricey.
This place is fantastic!
I have been visiting this restaurant for four years, since I moved from San Francisco. SF has some really good Thai but this place really stands out! Service is friendly, food comes out quick, ingredients are fresh, and they listen when they ask your spice level.
Some days I like spicy, some days not. They always get it right, lunch or dinner. It’s awesome as leftovers, too (not always the case).
I take all my friends here!
The food was delicious and the display was great. Prices are a little high compared to other thai places in San Diego.
Food was great!
Pros and cons// I like this restaurant I gave it 4 stars.... The food is always good...... All their CURRIES are good, yellow curry, red curry, green curry...
Downside/ They DO NOT give enough rice.... Small
portions it's probably good for some employee there that is really skinny and that likes to eat only a little bit of rice and THAT IS the reason why they give their customers only a tiny bit of rice..... So if you want a good meal you'll have to order extra rice....OR more items.....usually the service is pretty good. I wish they had coconut Thai 🧊tea WITH BOBA......IF THEY did then I would go there all the time ♡♡♡
The panang was sour and overpriced
We love this place coming appx 5 times a year and never had a bad meal!
Stopped by for pick up, easy parking, quick service. You can order ahead or in person. Large portions, very tasty, looking forward to eating there in person when that can happen again
한국 사람이라면 새우 볶음밥을 꼭 먹길
양념 달라해서 고춧가루 살짝 섞어 먹길
밥생각나는 EF 샌디에고 한국 샤람 이라면 여기 강추임 나는 매일 갔던 그곳 그맛을 잊지못해 태국 여행도 감
Spicy eggplant was a surprise. We love it.
Great yellow curry. Very disappointed that there was no lunch specials because it’s a “holiday.” No sign or note on the menu indicating so bit of a bait and switch. Would have spent more if there had been lunch specials.
This is the best Thai food I’ve had! Service and dining experience are wonderful. Came here during SD Restuarant Week and will definitely become a regular.
I come to the place once in a while and have great food experiences and during this 2020 San Diego Restaurant Week it is no different. Exceptional service and food was delicious! The SDRW Menu offered a nice selection to choose from. I had the hot basil chicken at a spice level of 4 and it was exquisite. I also had the Tom Kha soup and for dessert I had the egg custard sticky rice.
They have the best food ever! I bring my vacationing friends there everytime someone comes to visit. Every one is super impressed. And every year they need to come back. I highly reccomend this local spot. The staff is fantastic!
Really good food and a very clean environment
The food is really tasty. The ambience is nice and they put effort in making the food look presentable in plates also. Definitely recommend this restaurant
Best thai food
Good soup and mango rice.
Good good pleasant staff
I enjoyed the food. It was freshly cooked also very present staff.
Excellent food! Nicely seasoned. Kind, efficient service.
Great cuisine and friendly atmosphere and excellent service
Great Thai food. They always ask how much heat to add on a scale of 1 to 10. I ask for a 10 and they always ask, if I am sure...that's really spicy hot. It is HOT.. hotter than most like it.
Great food and very quiet. Not much atmosphere.
Very nice and clean atmosphere. Pretty disappointed in our food. My friend ordered the Penang and I ordered the pad Thai. Waitress asked us both how spicy and I said 7 and my friend said 3. When we got our food mine was not spicy at all while the Penang was very spicy. We didn’t complain but we did mention to the waitress that they might’ve switched them. The waitress apologized but said that it’s the Penang sauce. But it still doesn’t explain why the pad Thai which was supposed to be a 7 was not spicy at all. I tried to finish my food but it really wasn’t very good. The rice had a bad texture. I was there on Sunday and there wasn’t much people so maybe it’s just a bad day but I hope they do better. I won’t be returning unfortunately.
First time eating here and we were impressed by the food! Will definitely come back. They nailed the spice level which not all places can do. Clean and cute little restaurant!
I like this place a lot, because the flavors and the portions of the plates are big and super delicious, the manager was super nice.
Sticky mango rice was real good..
Excellent , produit frais et copieux !
Delicious Tom Yum Noodle Soup!
Good stuff, padtai is good with chicken.
So tasty... My firts thai food and i love it😋
It was okay. Staff was friendly enough and the place was clean. I tried a number of the apps and several entrees there. All were okay
Airplane food
Always a winner..a must try
Pad Thai was delicious!
Es un lugar muy limpió, tranquilo y la comida está delicioso 😋, se los recomiendo es pequeño el lugar pero es perfecto.
Bad service
This place has great food and real friendly people. Definitely get a bang for your buck with the servings.
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- 200 reviews
- 4.3 Health Rating
- Contact: +1 619-224-3245
- Website: https://kandathaicuisine.com/
- Location: 3545 Midway Dr # M, San Diego, CA 92110, United States
- Map: 32.751130599999996, -117.2144556
- Thai restaurant
- Asian restaurant
- Southeast Asian restaurant
- Vegetarian restaurant
- Monday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Tuesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Wednesday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Thursday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Friday: 11 AM–9 PM
- Saturday: 11:30 AM–9 PM
- Sunday: 11:30 AM–9 PM
- No-contact delivery: Available
- Delivery: Available
- Takeaway: Available
- Dine-in: Available
- Fast service: Available
- Great tea selection: Available
- Lunch: Available
- Dinner: Available
- Solo dining: Available
- Wheelchair-accessible car park: Available
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Available
- Wheelchair-accessible seating: Available
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Available
- Alcohol: Available
- Beer: Available
- Coffee: Available
- Comfort food: Available
- Healthy options: Available
- Quick bite: Available
- Small plates: Available
- Vegan options: Available
- Vegetarian options: Available
- Wine: Available
- Lunch: Available
- Dinner: Available
- Catering: Available
- Dessert: Available
- Seating: Available
- Toilet: Available
- Casual: Available
- Cosy: Available
- Family friendly: Available
- Groups: Available
- Accepts reservations: Available
- Credit cards: Available
- Debit cards: Available
- NFC mobile payments: Available
- Credit cards: Available
- Good for kids: Available
- High chairs: Available
- Free of charge street parking: Available
- Free parking lot: Available
- Parking: Available