Great service. I will say if your flight is delayed, it's best to call them immediately to reschedule your ride and they will accommodate. read more

Hi there, can I get a contact info on the organization? This is some of the best food I've ever had in my life! I'm now pregnant and have been craving nothing but this exact meal I enjoyed every Wednesday as an undergrad at ucsd. It was the highlight of my college experience. I can tell it was made with a lot of love and I'd love to see if I can chat with the cooks and thank them. Thank you. read more

This place rocks! Is it open during the summer though? Lol I'm Here! Anyhow it's the best food for best deal!! Recommend Delicious meal Vegetarian Lovely campus area read more

Hare Krishna - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Great price for hearty wholesome meal! There's only like 2-3 types of curries but they also have you covered for rice, beverage and two types of desserts. Make sure to ask for the vegan option though since usually not everything is vegan and they have the vegan option stored away. The only complaint is that the people didn't seem friendly like most Hare Krishna temples. But def support them for giving back to the community with affordable plant based meals. read more

Hare Krishna - a plate of food on a table - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm so happy to see that Hare Krishna is still serving wholesome lunches after all these years. The first was was during my undergrad years in the early 2000s. Came back onto campus for a visit on a random Wednesday and stumbled upon them again! Food was just as delicious, plenty, and nutritious. It was rice with two kinds of curry like dishes filled with veggies such as cauliflower, peas, carrots, potatoes, and the blueberry masa dessert. It also comes with a drink and a small piece of peanut butter bar. All that for only $5 and you serve it yourself. I was in heaven all over again. The Food Coop place it a cool place to hang out, buy snacks and eat it there. Come Wednesdays, bring cash and an empty stomach! read more

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I heard of Hare Krishna at the beginning of the year but only got to try it for the first time about two months ago... and ever since then, I've eaten here almost every Wednesday for lunch. (See photos!) For $5, you can stack your plate as much as you want, and it's definitely really worth it! Super filling, healthy (yay for all those veggies!) and quite yummy too. There's always plain rice, two curry-like entrees (usually a creamier curry and a thinner one), dessert (some type of corn polenta thing, with different kinds of fruit mixed in), and a drink (so far I've had a refreshing ginger lemonade and a chamomile drink). Not exactly sure what any of them are called, but they're all quite delicious! Usually not spicy at all, though the thinner curries occasionally have a little kick to them. I LOVE the dessert - I could probably get just a plate of that and be perfectly happy. Usually they repeat the same few entrees over and over, occasionally switching to a different one. After eating it about 6 weeks in a row, I had to take a break... Too repetitive. But I'll definitely be eating here many more times during the next three years! Lots of food for your money. For those who don't have dining dollars, Hare Krishna is the place to eat on Wednesdays! Also, you can stack a plate to the max and then share it with a friend if you don't have a huge appetite; you'll still be satisfied at the end! (I do have a huge appetite and by the time I finish the plate, I'm bloated... Should probably split it the future to save my poor stomach the strain!) Cash only. read more

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There's not much to say that hasn't been said - cheap vegan and vegetarian "Indian" food for $5 a plate that you can pile on to your heart's desire (cash only). It's the best valued eatery on campus that comes once a week (on Wednesdays) from 11-3 pm in front of the Food Co-op store in the old Student Center area. The entrees include 2 dishes of vegetable bhajis, or variations of the classic saag, dal, baingan, or chana, served with rice. The entrees change from week to week. You also get a dessert made from masa spackled with fruits, and an energy ball made with coconut, nuts, and dates, plus a hibiscus tea drink to finish off your meal. It's not amazingly flavorful or fancy, but everything tastes good and homey for what it is - stewed veggies. It isn't seasoned like traditional Indian food at all and is probably the most mild, Americanized take I've ever had, so I'm not sure one can even call it Indian. Haha. The food is kind of on the heavy side, especially since it's all-you-can-stack on your plate. You'll most likely be stuffing your face until you're disgustingly full, so bathroom breaks and food coma are highly possible side effects. There's usually always one entree that's vegan, and there are two variations of the energy ball (one vegetarian, one vegan) that you can ask for. The sweet masa everyone raves about is vegan. My favorite items include their dessert and darker hued dishes with eggplant (baingan), as its usually more savory than the paler dishes. I actually like that their food is not too salty nor too oily like some of the more traditional Indian dishes, as it doesn't sit well with me most of the time, despite it being delicious. My stomach can handle various spices, but not Indian... Not sure why X( Overall, it's a great little gem that as a vegan, I couldn't be happier about. This place has saved a lot of students (including myself) from cooking, since you can bring a tupperware (any size, but be realistic obviously) to fill up for $7. I guess I still had a lot to say, afterall. read more

Hare Krishna - All vegan today :) I try to not waste food, so unfortunately, mine did not look 'epic' and glorious like others. I also hate my food mixing - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

10/10 would recommend. The food is delicious and the line usually isn't too long. The best thing about this place is that you can bring your own container -- whatever size you want, and pay a bit more, but you can get as much food as you want. If you forgot to bring your own container, do not fear for they also have paper places. The only thing is that they only sell on Wednesday's, and as far as I know, they're cash only also! read more

I always see this and forget to bring cash. Today I remembered and ate here for the first time. I wasn't sure what to expect and if I would enjoy it, but the food is very tasty, filling and fresh. read more

Hare Krishna - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

I LOVE HARE KRISHNA! I can't believe I never tried this place until my senior year at UCSD. I would always walk by this place and see a long line coming from the little cart but never thought to try it.... until now. Basically, Hare Krishna is a monastery that practices clean and natural eating so... lots of vegetarian food. I love it when they have curry pasta, spinach dishes, and tofu. I think my least favorite dish is the tomatoe-base chickpea dish. As everyone else has said, it's ALL YOU CAN PILE ON YOUR DISH for $5! So freaking cheap. I totally recommend that if you're a UCSD student, you try this place out at least once. It's so good! read more

Hare Krishna - Today's delicious offerings: chickpea curry + spinach curry + basmati rice flavored with turmeric and star anise + dessert - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

I'm certain we've all heard the rumors of the all-you-can-eat indian buffet by the old student center and smelled the intoxicating aromas of the exquisitely spiced dal and the fragrant long grain rice. But many of us find ourselves too busy to indulge in the massive quantities of vegetarian food on Wednesday lunches. But not my homies and I. We make sure we can get krishna every week. We plan our schedules around krishna. We debate the which dish is the best they have and whats the best plate-food complex that will invoke the highest yield of food per plate. We take our time carefully layer rice and curry in a precise formation, so much so that we often hear haters complaining behind us. We load up so hard that our 6 inch high towers of indian food always spill off the side when we walk over to our table. We dont mess around with our krishna and I guess you could call us veterans at this game. The best dal is the yellow one followed by the orange one with the red eye beans or chickpeas. They also have a dessert type dish made with some of kind of corn is also delicious. It is made with different flavors - peanuts, mango, blueberry (mah fave). read more

Hare Krishna - 5 dollars - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Hare Krishna is the reason I look forward to Wednesdays. This little vegetarian food cart is set up every Wednesday from around 11:30 - 2:30 in the old student center. I believe that the cart is managed by people from the Hare Krishna temple, who cook and bring the food to UCSD. There will always be two entrees (usually one creamier curry and one tomato-based one), rice, drink, and semolina pudding dessert. The food varies a little every week in terms of the vegetables that they put in the curry, ie. broccoli, spinach, beans, occasionally tofu, etc. and the flavor of the dessert. Some people have claimed the food is bland, but I personally appreciate how it feels like a home-cooked meal in that it's warming, satisfying, and I don't feel gross after eating it. The best part is the price: you pay $5 and they give you a plate that you can pile as high as you'd like with food. I walk away with my plate stacked until it is literally dripping on the sides (no shame) and easily make two meals from one stacked plate. Other payment options are: $6 for bring-your-own Tupperware, $8 for AYCE + take-home. The fact that it's vegetarian, packed with protein-rich vegetables, and freshly made every Wednesday, makes it feel like a pretty wholesome meal overall compared to the abundance of greasy and salty fast-food options on campus. As a commuter not on a dining plan, Hare Krishna is an amazing and delicious deal. read more

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Such an amazing plate of food!!!!! Filling, nutritious, and absolutely delicious plate for such an affordable price. My best friend and I enjoyed a hearty plate of chickpea and broccoli curry dishes with some blueberry mash dessert. Try it out, it's only $5 and absolutely worth it!! read more

Hare Krishna - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

5 dollars for a plate, 6 dollars for tupperware... is one of the BEST deals on campus! Especially for a hungry college student who loves flavor! Hare Krishna is this little secret on the UC San Diego campus that comes around every Wednesday. Its this little vegetarian food stall outside the student co-op in the old student center. The food is served BUFFET STYLE aka BEST STYLE! For a meager 5$ (or 6$ if you bring a big tupperware), you can stack-on-stack your plate with delicious delicious varieties of Indian-spiced foods. Your typical lay-out of the buffet is rice, 2 sides, and their AMAZING dessert (If there were berries used, the dessert would be a purplish tint- it screams EAT ME). Lactose intolerant? No fear. Just let the nice cook or cashier know, and they will be able to serve you something delicious with no dairy in it. You'll definitely get your money's worth here- and for truly exceptional food. There is a reason why I come here NEARLY every Wednesday after all! ;D read more

I hate to do this but the food I tasted last week left me very underwhelmed. The only thing I enjoyed was their dessert, which looked a bit like bread pudding but not as sweet. They added a new item to their buffet that looked like a spinach curry, which is fine. But they also went ahead and added penne pasta to the mix, which completely threw me off. I thought this was Indian... I tasted the mixture and it was very bland and mushy. I mean it didn't cost me much to get the plate ($4.50) but I guess compared to the food they served last time, this was very mediocre. I couldn't finish what I got, which is a shame because I really did try. I do like that the line moves fast despite a lot of people being there. Anyway, if there is a next time, I hope they do better for all the vegetarians out there and others who are just looking for some yummy cheap, on-campus food. read more

Delicious food, pleasant company and staff. The devotees are very nice and friendly. The vegetarian cuisine is amazing. The temple is colorful and warm, with informative paintings. The day I went, there were children also present, playing and running around. I thought to myself, Krishna would probably play and dance with them. Worth trying out. read more

I don't know much about Indian food as I've never tried it before Hare Krishna, but the food was delicious! Three entrees, dessert and some type of juice. Apparently the menu is different every week, but the day I went there was a tomato-sauced vegetable dish, something with chick peas, and another dish of orange pumpkin-esque food. I didn't know what exactly I was eating, but everything was nevertheless amazing. Everything is vegetarian, too (: Fit as much food on your plate as you please. All that for $4. How friendly for a college student's wallet! Thank you for making Wednesdays a little more exciting. read more

Hare Krishna - Yummy (: - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Always love a good veggie option! Great flavors and huge portions. The folks are nice too. Definitely recommend for quality and price.

At UCSD, you get tired of the food really quickly. I no longer live on campus, and prefer not to eat at the dining halls. I hardly eat at any of the restaurants at the Price Center besides Santorini and the Sunshine Market for snacks. After awhile, everything gets really repetitive with the exception of the Farmer's Market on Tuesdays. I started looking at foods outside of the Price Center, stumbled across this little gem at the old Student Center. I always passed by it, but never really took the time to look at it. They serve Indian food and it's vegetarian. The line was pretty long today, a definitive sign their food is good. It's cash only! There is BoA, Wells Fargo, and Chase ATM near by. I paid $5. You grab a plate and stuff as much as you can on it. They offer two types of curry: a thicker, yellow vegetable one and a thinner, red beans and vegetables one. They also offer white rice and some sweet, cinnamon-y dessert. It was definitely worth my $5 and I was really satisfied. I think everybody should definitely check this place out! read more

Hare Krishna - Yum :) - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

$4 self-serve, pile-as-high-as-you-can plates of indian fusion food? And it's tasty?!?!?! Dude, no wonder there is a line of 50+ students every Wednesday afternoon! And it includes a drink! read more

Hare Krishna - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

You know for $4 all you can eat Indian food... it ain't bad. But don't expect Punjabi Tandoor quality or 5-star customer service - 'cause, there are none. The closest you can get is perhaps a nod from the cashier dude. Typically the weekly selection consists of 2 or 3 different dishes plus a suspiciously-colored dessert. Although I am never too sure of what I am eating, I find the food agreeable to my uber sensitive stomach. The flavor is on the lighter side; if you are used to heavy dosages of MSG or spices, Hare Krishna is probably not for you. The dessert is somewhat unusual; at one point they served this green mush that tasted much like mint chocolate chips blended with rice. The bottom line is, this is an acquired taste. Take it or leave it. Many people bring their own tupperware to super-mac-size their portions, and I have yet to see the Hare Krishna guy flag down anyone for taking too much food. Anyhow, it is nice knowing that portions are not limited. Now if only I get to find out what I am eating... Overall, I think this is a better substitute than the overpriced cafeteria food they serve at Plaza Cafe. Hare Krishna just might want to consider taking meal points too. read more

They're open for business during the summer too! and if you're nice enough they let you fill up your waterbottle with their tea for free ;) UPDATE: they don't show up during the summer despite a pretty packed campus! read more

Hare Krishna - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

Use to love this place when i went to UCSD! You can fill up a plate or your own Tupperware for just $5. The food is a Indian inspired cooking and I believe it's all vegetarian. I use to bring my own Tupperware and the food would last me a couple meals. They only came once a week (I can't remember what day) in revelle next to the gspot. The only downsides is that the food is all the same consistency (mushy/stewy) and they had similar if not the same things every week. Don't get me wrong the food is amazing nevertheless read more

Some of the best vegetarian food I have ever had! I go to UCLA but am here visiting a friend and after having Hare Krishna food yesterday, I wish I came to UCSD! Absolutely delicious and healthy. Get in line (that moves very fast like everyone said), grab a plate (or tupperware), sit underneath the trees nearby and enjoy! Hare Krishna near UCSD, please serve more than one day a week (or have recipes of your dishes available)! Hare Krishna near UCLA, please come serve us vegetarian food! read more

I love this place. Why? 1. vegetarian. (sometimes vegan) 2. locally owned 3. DELICIOUS 4. stack your own plate for 4.50 5. although the lines are long, they move pretty fast. 6. atmosphere the only bad thing about this place is that it's ONLY on wednesdays... wah :( and that it's cash only but it's no big deal since there are atms (boa & wells) close by. read more

Hmmm. I don't really understand the hype here when it comes to Wednesdays. You can usually see 10+ people in line waiting for the buffet styled food. But it's hard to complain much considering the lunch is only $5 here? Plus it is $1 each time when want to fulfill your food after the first time. I really hope to give this place more stars, but the taste is just very average (except the semolina dessert). Plus the food just look not appetizing to me when they are coming from those large boxes... When it comes to food, I think quality is better than quantity even though the price is very inexpensive, and this place is just the opposite way around. The line can be long sometimes, but it moves very fast because the food is all pre-cooked. The entrees can alter from time to time, but most of the time they are the same. Two entrees, rice, and semolina pudding are available in large individual boxes, and you can find a drink (weird looking fruit based drink that is sweet and sour..) on the side as well. I usually get the entree that have potatoes in it (curry based I think) and the semolina dessert. However, when you are here long enough (eating your food nearby), you can see the staff put empty boxes away after people finish taking large chunks of food from those boxes and then fulfill new boxes with food. The whole process was just not tempting. I kind of feel like I'm homeless going there waiting in line to get my food... I mean not everything is bad here. If you want to try something different on a Wednesday on campus, this would be a nice place to give it a shot. Plus the food definitely worth the price that you paying for because you can fill your plate absolutely full for $5. The only reason I'm back to this place from time to time is because it is a quick lunch stop and the semolina dessert is tasty. Yet if you want some appetizing and good quality food, you probably want to go somewhere else. P.S. This place is very likely to make you feel "OMG I'm eating too much" because of the style of the food. Careful of the binge eating disorder LOL. read more

-What a deal. $4 for a large plate of food. It's all vegetarian and mostly vegan. The dishes are packed with beans, lentils, and veggies. mmm. -Meal also comes with a refreshing juice drink -Every Wednesday at the old student center at UCSD -I bring my own plate and cup, but they provide all utensils. -I don't like all the dishes (and they ca change each week), so some Wednesday lunches are not so great read more

These guys are still here on campus every Wednesday during the summer! Instead of being on top of Groundworks, they're on the ground floor next to the bookstore instead. Mad props to coming during the summer. I'm sure they don't get half the amount of business they do during the school year, but yet they come to serve us regulars faithfully. A huge plate of food is still at an incredible price of...$4. Forget eating at Hi-Thai, this is a MUCH better and healthier option. read more

I mistakenly went back to my apartment around eleven and went out back again and walked to the top of the Student Center.. and was confronted with one very, very long line. Was it worth it? Definitely. $4 for all-you-can-eat vegan(?) food that actually impressed me in its quality. Some dishes ran out and were replaced with different ones, which were carried by people who walked past me, and it made me hungry again! Food: 4/5 Service: Self-serve. Ambience: I have to say that the old Student Center is possibly my favorite spot on UCSD campus. read more

I can't believe I haven't reviewed Hare Krishna before! I've been here multiple times in my undergrad career, and it's always something to look forward to if I'm free during lunchtime on a Wednesday. In a nutshell: vegetarian Indian food that is $5 for all you can fit onto a paper plate, and you can pay more if you would like to fill up your own tupperware (only $8, I believe? I haven't tried it myself though). Intrigued? Yeah, you should be. The long (but fast!) line in front of the Food Co-Op attests to the greatness of Hare Krishna. There will always be rice, two main dishes, a unique sweet dessert that reminds me of quinoa (WHAT IS IT?!), and a sweet iced tea. Everything is in rotation, but I honestly can't tell the differences between some of these dishes. What I do remember are: a potato based curry with vegetables, chickpea based curry, green vegetable curry, and some sort of pasta. My favorite is the potato, but if you are coming here for the taste, do not be misled. Everything is kind of bland, but man is it hot, filling, and cheap! I think the dessert makes up entirely for the okay main course. Overall great alternative to the offerings at Price Center and in the dining halls. Only problem is that I have to roll myself to class afterwards. read more

Food is ABSOLUTELY AWESOME for UCSD students who are coerced into solely eating dining hall pizza and pasta. But for those who want amazing, out of this world, fancy shmancy Indian food, this probably isn't your place. As some people said, the vegetables are occasionally overlooked and mushy but I feel that's the general trend for Indian food. (If you want fresh vegetables, go to a farmers market...?) Also, the food does not look necessarily appetizing BUT that's kind of what you expect when getting any kind of Indian food. I truly believe it's a "don't judge a book by it's cover" type of cuisine. On that same note, this is a lunch buffet at a university co-op not a swanky sit down restaurant... Plus they make it in bulk so give em a bit of a break. I'm a UCSD student and seriously look forward to Hare Krishna each Wednesday but there are some eaters who prefer to spend their non-dining dollars at Panda Express or other chains. I say give it a try, though, because even if you hate it, it's only $5 so not too much will be lost! :) read more

Possibly the only good food in the UCSD area. And CHEAP. Bring your own bowl, you wastrel. It's $4 for all-you-can-eat (I usually throw in the extra dollar to make it $5 since I can't believe they're making any money and I don't want them to stop doing it). If you pay $6 you can eat all you want, plus take a plate to go. Unbelievable. The dessert definitely is weird in texture and appearance but it tastes GOOD and that's what counts. If you're vegan, ask the guy who's serving the food and he'll tell you if something isn't vegan and he'll give you the vegan option from the secret stash. I do have to say, these guys are the least pleasant krishnas I've ever encountered, but that makes them still more pleasant than the average stranger so it's okay. read more

Hare Krishna - view from the queue - Indian Near Me - San Diego, California

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I tried Hare Krishna for the first time today as I was walking out of my long ass microbio lab from 8-1p and I was starving! The food was warm and soooo cheap! That's what gives this five stars, the quality of the food (very home-cooked-feeling) for the price of 4 bucks. come next wed :) read more

I've eaten at this place around 4 times. I was a vegetarian for about 5 years and I think I would've liked this place. Even though I like the food I don't think it deserves an average rating of four stars. Four stars might be a little misleading to people who are visiting UCSD or those who don't like vegetarian meals. read more

It's 12:45 PM Wednesday and I am sitting at my job/2nd home in the (New?) Old Student Center, 5 bucks in my pocket and disappointed on the lack of avo at the Food Co-Op's [Crass] salad bar (anyone ever notice the crass poster right above it?) When I realize, "Oh shit! It's Wednesday!" right after saying, "Damn those Samosas from Farmer's Market yesterday were the shiz!" I make the convenient trip to the rooftop right above KSDT and stand in line as I skim through a copy of The Guardian. Sure the preparation and the serving of the food is probably not of great quality, but if you don't think about it too much, don't mind taking risks, are sick of Price Center fast food, and on a budget you gotta say "Fuck it" and scoop some of that all-you-can-eat goodness into your flimsy little paper plate (my cream of wheat is touching my veggies! I hate when my food touches! FUCK IT!) and live dangerously! read more

Today was my second time having Hare Krishna. In the past, I've always seen a long line on the second floor of the Old Student Center. My friend and I have decided to take a peek. She's a pescatarian and I am a fux vegatarian (it's difficult to avoid pho: noodles in beef broth with beef) but I try to eat vegetarian when possible. One word: AMAZING! $4 to fill up your plate as MUCH as you want. The food was perfect for my friend and I. It was delicious, healthy and filling. Awesome for a few bucks in your pocket. $5 for all-you-can-eat $7 for all-you-can-eat PLUS TAKE HOME (meaning, BRING YOUR TUPPERWARE) The food is nice and hot even on a rainy day. read more

Hare Krishna is the BEST food on UCSD's campus. It is offered by the UCSD food co-op, which is an organic health food store in UCSD's old student center. It is available every Wednesday, but only during lunch hours. The Hare Krishna folk set up a kitchen on the second store of the Old Student center, right next to the UCSD Guardian office. A lot of students eat at Hare Krishna because the food is so damn good and you can't beat the prices. For about $3 you get all you can eat world-class Indian food. My mouth waters when I think of the delicious plates vegetarian curry, and sweet rice that I use to consume when I was a student at UCSD. I would eat vats of the curry, but I always felt good after consuming a large Hare Krishna meal because the ingredients are all natural and all the food is organic. Hare Krishna serves sweet rice that makes for a great dessert and a drink comes with every meal. It is only available one day week, but UCSD students would be crazy to pass up a lunch at Hare Krishna. read more

4 stars for novelty, value, and quantity! Food only warrants a 3. The Place- A little hard to find, tucked in the middle of UCSD campus. Parking (if you aren't already on campus) is tough; there's a loading zone off Gilman on Mandeville loop, and a small parking lot just past that. Probably wouldn't get an A-rating to be honest.. The Service- It's two guys, one taking money and one refilling food. (It's a buffet!) The Food- Very interesting; I'm a meat-eater, and never thought this could make me so happy! Something like a mix of Ethiopian/Indian/Asian food. Courses vary; grab a plate and wait 30 minutes, and they'll be serving something different. Recommended- for the price and the experience. Food is nowhere near bad, but may not suit everyone. ****Get there at 11:50 or before to avoid a massive line! read more

Wow! What $9 will get you. My favorite include their eggplant (baingan), as its usually more savory than the paler dishes. Not too salty nor too oily like some of the more traditional Indian dishes, as it doesn't sit well with me most of the time, despite it being delicious. Overall, it's a great little gem that as a vegan, I couldn't be happier about. This place has saved a lot of students (including myself) from cooking, read more

Okay, I think I'm like on a roll with these all you can eat buffets or something. FINALLY made it to Hare Krishna. I left early, did paid parking instead of my student parking on campus, and sprinted over with my giant tupperware to get my food early since I had class at 12. I was so excited hahha, you don't understand, I've been trying to go to Hare Krishna for the last two-three years. Hare Krishna is so good for my broke ass self. $4 (and the dude collecting the money has a wad of $1 bills to help the line move faster - SMART!) for an all you can eat buffet. I filled my tupperware about 3/4 full, felt bad adding more... and it was enough to feed me, a friend, and my boyfriend. The dessert was delicious! Something made with cream of wheat and honey, AHHH best food on campus. read more