I just had a wonderful buffet at Flavor of India. I was very impressed by the ambiance and quantity…read moreof food. Although customers serve themselves, the hosts were extremely attentive. They continually made sure that we had enough water and exchanged our used plates for cleaned dishes. We were particularly appreciative of our hostess, Eva, who made us feel very welcomed. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant who anyone who wants a delicious meal.

Food Came here for…read morelunch and a few of us went for the lunch buffet and the other half went for the traditional menu. They walked us through the buffet and the menu for us with dietary restrictions. The menu was pretty big and they made sure to tell us when the buffet was getting close to closing so we would not lose out on the food. The rest of the table really appreciate the portion sizes and the flavors. Service Staff was so kind. We were a larger party and the two different ways we ordered did not make it easier. They turned the fan off for us and made sure we had what we needed. They even let us stay a bit past the end of their lunch period because we were enjoying our conversations. Ambiance A bright and airy place on the less touristy side of town.

Had a good time during lunch on a weekend here. The ambiance was good and we were able to get a…read moretable quickly. The service was really good and timely. The food was tasty, we had the garlic naan, punjabi chole and aloo tikki. Aloo tikki was a bit surprising to see at first as it was mostly covered with cabbage. Naan and chole were really good and filling. One suggestion to the business would be to mention while ordering or on the menu that rice is included with the dishes as our rice went to waste since we ordered the naan and roti

What stood out to me from the moment I walked in is the warmth of each staff member. In India,…read morethere's a philosophy that a guest is a form of the divine visiting. They make you feel so welcomed and like their only mission is to ensure an excellent experience for you. The interiors are nice and the patio dining on State St is also a great option. We tried limited items but were excellent in flavors and freshness. Will certainly return to try more!

My son and a friend came in here for lunch. We were seated asap and ordered off the menu…read more I love Mango Lassi so check. We got samosas to share. Check. Then got a couple Dosa which I have never head, but wow was it worth it. I mean super good food. The place was very clean and the staff was wonderful. I highly recommend stopping in if you want some good Indian food. The dosa was so worth it. Now I have already found a few places near home that serves them and I have every intention of going. But if back in the area I will be here enjoying.

Kind of weirdly furnished and the music from the speakers kept cutting out…read morethe food was great - they didnt make my spicy lamb vindaloo spicy at all but i am white as hell so honestly thats on me Got goat cheese spinach naan and ate so much food that i probably gained 30lbs Loved getting fat here thanks guys Super nice servers too

This is a hidden gem. Indian people will know this place is the real deal! Not only is the food…read moreamazing, but the people who own this restaurant are part of a proud Indian lineage. Here you don't just get amazing g food, you get history and culture and love. I'm so glad this is Isla Vista. The young people of UCSB will gain so much more than great food. They will get family and love. The restaurant is humble and the beautiful spirit of India will be experienced here. It's like a vacation to India without leaving America. I hesitate to ever rave about this place because I don't want it to get overrun.

This place still hits the spot. Portions are huge, the food is tasty and hot, and the meat is good…read morequality. They allow samples from the hot trays so feel free to ask if you want to try something. The food comes out quick and the service is prompt. It's the only Indian option in IV and it provides much needed variety to the area. I honestly forgot how satisfying this place is, especially during a cold night. This place is definitely more of a takeout joint but they do have a few tables. All in all, I will be remembering to come here again if I want some quick and tasty Indian takeout that is more affordable than any other option in the area.

We got the lunch special and the food was excellent and large portions. Service was excellent. We…read morehad Joban as our server and he did an amazing job. Ambiance of the restaurant was nice as well. Overall would recommend to anybody wanting Indian food while downtown.

Honestly one of the best Indian restaurants in Santa Barbara!!! My partner went there twice in one…read moreday for lunch and then for dinner. You won't regret trying this place if I can give it a million starts i would. Ps can you open one of these in Pasadena? That's were I live and we need Indian Tandoori Kingdom there!!! Wonderful service too!!!

This place was unexpectedly great! We were headed to another nearby restaurant and couldn't get in,…read moreand my husband said, "how about this place?" It doesn't look like your typical Indian restaurant. The food was fresh and flavorful and I love that they care about where it's sourced. We'll definitely be coming back! It's my new favorite Indian restaurant. The server was very knowledgeable and friendly, and our food came out quickly. The only nit-picky criticism is that I do wish it had a more intimate and darker atmosphere, especially for dinner. It felt a bit sterile and looked more like a lunch spot. But they had really cool dishware/cups/utensils! The owners have good taste.

Heard good things about Bibi Ji from friends - and it's how it was on my radar to try when I was in…read moretown with a friend this past weekend. It was good .... but First, it's located on State. If you've been to the area, you know what parking is like. If you don't - find street parking and walk. Or grab a spot in a lot or garage and walk. I opted for the garage. I don't remember how much it was. I didn't need to sell an organ tho ... Walked in. Lively. Not too loud though. Seemed to be a decent crowd for a Saturday night. No wait. I made a reservation. Host seated us immediately - even having gotten there early. Think, "Ran" time. Service was good. Attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Off to the food ... We shared the following: Crispy Cauliflower, Garlic Naan, Basmati Rice, Butter Chicken and the Special (Halibut). We liked the meal but both agreed on the following - the appetizer (Cauliflower) is definitely shareable. For more than two people We both started feeling stuffed just before the entrees arrived. I guess we could have stopped as opposed to clearing the plate. For our taste, we would have enjoyed the Naan more if had had more garlic. It was a hint. We enjoyed the Butter Chicken and Basmati Rice. At least I did. However, we both didn't care for the Halibut. If you know the fish, you know it's lean, not fatty so you want to make sure you don't overcook it. Which it was for my preference. If the dish is intentionally cooked this way, then we both just aren't fans. I'm used to Halibut being tender, juicy and flaky. See the pics - what this reminded me was like white meat chicken. We didn't send it back nor take it to go as we did try it and took out about a third of the dish. Another tidbit to share - no hot tea. No big deal, I ordered it iced - but just mentioning it as an FYI. So, would I go back? Undecided. I enjoy ethnic foods, including Indian but I don't live nearby and there's so many other restaurants I haven't been to. But if I were in the area, craving Indian, I'd consider it.

When I return to Santa Barbara. I always order from this place…read more It's always great and the staff friendly and engaging. I attempt to order always not order the same thing . This trip garlic pepper ribs... duck eggs rolls.. calamari... and the fish cake's awesome, I think the salad that accompanies the fish cakes was one of my favorites.

I love Pad Thai, it's the first thing I try at Thai places and this place did not let me down! I…read moreasked for Thai hot and man, did I get it! The flavors were on point! My server was Kim and she was great, sweet and helpful. It's a small place with lots of seating, it was quite inside, the place looked pretty clean not much decor on the walls. It sits on a busy street quite inside and if you can't find parking in front you can find it in the back.

Mendocino farms has the best sandwiches in Santa Barbara, incredibly fresh ingredients, stellar…read moreservice and some of the best vibes I've experienced at a "fast" restaurant in Santa Barbara. Do yourself a favor and go try the not so fried chicken sandwich... it's incredible... Watch out jersey mikes... there's a new game in town!

The atmosphere was organized, clean, bright, and option of indoor or covered patio seating…read more The service was fast... You order up front and they bring it to your table. The staff are all very pleasant and accommodating, especially Mason at the front (he looks like a young Msrk Ruffalo-- tell him Ruth sent you). The menu is fantastic and creative, especially for sandwiches, soups, and salads. The ingredients taste like they're fresh from the farm and they are very generous with the portions. I had the 1/2 sandwich and soup. The Farm Club Avocado, Turkey, Bacon, Mixed Greens, Herb Aioli, Pickled Red Onion, Tomato, On Original Mom's Seeded Honey Whole Wheat, and Lemon Chicken & Farro Soup a hearty chicken soup with whole-grain farro, carrot, celery, onion, baby spinach, lemon. It is my new favorite and may pick up some more to take home this weekend. The sandwich had to wait until today because the soup was so filling. I was afraid the bread would dry out and be soggy inside, but it was perfect and tastedfreshly made. I loved every bite and it had a tiny bit of crunch to and was full of flavor with just the right combination of ingredients. It was a very generously stuffed sandwich as you'll see in the pictures, and it took both hands to hold it! My friend did a Buikd-Your-Own sandwich as she has specific dietary restrictions. Mason was very patient and accmodating taking her order. He repeated it back perfectly. Someone in the kitchen messed up some of her ingredients so she took it back and they brought her out a new one and the manager came and gave her a gift card for a free meal. He was very apologetic and kind. Don't let that deter you. This will become a new gathering place for many people with their healthy ingredients and variety of combinations and customizable food. Give it a try he won't be sorry..