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4.2 (442 reviews)
ModerateThai
Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Good for groups

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PAD SEW YEW NOODLES and PINEAPPLE CURRY
Shelby S.

Recently tried this spot for lunch and it was super good! I can't believe I hadn't been before, as I love exploring the Thai options Santa Barbara has to offer. This restaurant gets an extra star in my opinion for having parking right on site. The service was awesome and the restaurant was really busy even during the lunch hour. I highly recommend the curry! It was really delicious.

Thai food spread: TOM KHA CHICKEN, GARLIC PEPPER
Elysia G.

It's honestly about time for an update. My last review was back in 2016, and Your Choice continues to be one of those beloved neighborhood spots that truly deserves the love. The space has had a major indoor refresh, but the quality of the food and the genuine dining experience remain exactly the same. This is one of my go-to places whether I'm coming with friends or grabbing a casual bite with my daughter. It's consistently on point. The food hits every time, the vibe is welcoming, and it truly feels like a community hub rather than just a restaurant. Orders are handled quickly whether dining in or taking out. Even though I live in Ventura now, I always make a stop whenever I'm back in my hometown. Let's talk food. My favorites on the menu are the Thai chili lime wings, green papaya salad, hot pot of tom kha with chicken, garlic pepper shrimp, and spring rolls. I also love their Thai iced tea and Vietnamese coffee. Everything is perfect for sharing (or not), and leftovers somehow taste even better the next day. This is a family-owned business, and huge shoutout to Piti (son of the owner) and Kathy, who do such an amazing job running the restaurant and keeping it rooted in community. They're always finding ways to give back and create fun experiences. They also host Saturday evening ice cream pop-ups featuring their side-quest business, Creaminal, which honestly deserves a separate review of its own. If you haven't been in a while, this is your sign to come back. A longtime favorite that still delivers. You can order takeout or delivery. There's a small parking lot, plus nearby street parking available.

Saffron Pistacchio
Victor L.

We planned to visit Eat Creaminal for ice cream after searching Instagram for ice cream shops in Santa Barbara, and discovered it's located inside Your Choice Thai Restaurant, so we stayed for both dinner and dessert! Dinner was excellent. I forgot to snap photos before digging in, but every dish was flavorful and clearly homemade...deep, clean, and perfectly balanced. We ordered the Crispy Tofu Salad, Panang Seafood Curry, Basil Eggplant with Beef, Pork Belly Fried Rice, and Pad Thai with Chicken. Service was quick and considerate. We finished with ice cream (photos attached). I had Rocky's Matcha and Rocky's Houjicha, and also tried the Saffron Pistachio. Like the dinner dishes, each flavor was rich and delicious. I will definitely be coming back when visiting my niece at UCSB. We joked that I'll use the visit as an excuse just to eat here again! The restaurant is on a quieter stretch of State Street...easy to find, with parking behind the building and plenty of seating when we arrived for an early dinner. The ambiance is warm, clean, and relaxed. Thank you, Your Choice Thai, for a great meal!

PAD THAI NOODLES, PAD SEW YEW NOODLES, SPICY FRIED FISH, TOM YUM CHICKEN, ROCKY'S ICED MATCHA LATTE
Yeoun L.

This is a restaurant in Santa Barbara that I always love to visit. The people here are always responsible and loyal, and of course, the food is delicious. Everything is great, but the chicken is especially amazing. I highly recommend everyone try it. The staffs are kind, and the restaurant itself is very cute. I'm always grateful to you all! Will see you soon :)

Pad Thai shrimp
Jessie D.

I was recommended this by a friend and I am so glad! It wasn't super busy when I went in, even on a Saturday afternoon, and my food was ready pretty quickly. My pad Thai was lovely- with strong flavors of peanut, tamarind, and lime. The one drawback was that the shrimp did not taste fresh, which is a disappointment, especially so close to the coast. I would definitely come back to give it a try, if not just for the patio seating!

Creaminal sundae
Annie L.

I absolutely love coming here! I like to stop by on occasion with my friends any time I have a Thai craving. The restaurant itself is super cute on the inside and feels really comforting. All of the staff are always incredibly kind and make the dining experience a breeze. My go-to order is always the pad see ew (with chicken) and a thai tea. This combo never fails for me and they simply make delicious food and drinks! Your Choice also sells/hosts Creaminal on Saturday nights for ice cream sundaes and sells ice cream pints on other days. The sundaes are always creative and yummy so I thought I'd mention that too! I find myself coming here for both the restaurant food and the ice cream pop-up! I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to satisfy a Thai craving and for anyone looking to enjoy a fun dessert on Saturday nights!

Glass noodles
Katherine S.

My favorite Thai place around!!!! Best customer service and quality food all around. Fave lunch spot and with great lunch specials as well as delicious choices, it's a sure thing! I have had a variety of fave foods from here from their Panang curry and jasmine rice to pad Thai and/ or glass noodles to their chicken skewers and papaya salad! I love it all. I have dined In and they are courteous and friendly but also quick to bring food during the lunch hour. Often times I order online and pick up and have always found parking in their small lot. People are always coming and going and they keep their customers happy with their quick and organized service. The lady who works here is always sweet and recognizes my coworker and I with a friendly greeting. Highly recommend so check this place out for lunch or dinner. Good ambiance and dine in service with plenty of tables.

Topless Seafood
Les Z.

Good Thai food, decent amount and good flavor. I like the sunroom area when it's sunny and warm. Great spot to hang out with friends for a casual dinner.

Ice cream

Excellent food, we ordered the tom ka, beef salad, pad see ew, and hojicha and mud pie ice cream. Truly everything exceeded our expectations! You will NOT regret coming here.

Tom Kai Tofu Soup mmmmm
Shelly C.

Best Thai in town. The TomKai Tofu soup is incredible, my mouth waters any time I think of it - the broth is coconut milk and lime, with chili oil, plus mushrooms, cilantro and tofu. That said, my daughter went on a quest to try and duplicate it when she moved to Seattle...she's a pretty good cook but she could not get it just right. When she went to Thailand, theirs was also not as good. Other than that, I really love their Chicken Satay, Larb Salad, Panang Curry, Lime Fish, Pineapple Fried Rice with Tofu, and so many other favorite dishes too many to list! The service is AAA+++ super excellent. It's a family run business. The current owners took over from their parents, they were often there as children doing their homework. Also the restaurant has been remodeled, I liked it better before (I miss the comfortable booths), but it is clean and well lighted. You will love it!

Pad Thai Noodles, Pad See Ye, Thai Iced Tea, Green Papaya Salad

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