Cancel

Open app

Search

SciEats

4.4 (21 reviews)
Closed • 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

Order SciEats Takeout or Delivery

SciEats Photos

Business Info

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - SciEats

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

Suite front
Emmett T.

SciEats in the College area near SDSU is a non-profit eatery based on a combination of science and culinary concepts. It replaced a previous business that specialized in samosas. The interior decor of the suite was minimal with posters of different items and not much else. The seating capacity was sufficient for about 50 customers. The menu featured a fusion of Mediterranean and Asian Indian cuisines across three different pages. I ordered the Shakshuka, Chicken Lollipops, and a Mango Lassi for my meal. The first item was listed on the Brunch menu, however the kitchen was able to accommodate the request during my mid-afternoon visit. Two poached eggs were served on top of a spicy tomato and bell pepper sauce with garlic and cumin. A couple of pieces of toast were provided on the side to help sop up the savory sauce. For the $8.99 price, the portion size was a great value. The mango drink blended with house made yogurt was next brought to my table. It cost only $2.25, but the cup wasn't filled to the top. The sweetness was also not up to the standard that I have tasted elsewhere. Three spicy marinated chicken drumettes were baked and served with a cup of tamarind and a cup of red pepper sauce. The item took quite a long time to be prepared which I thought was unusual. A fourth drumette would have been reasonable for the price. Perhaps due to the wait for the chicken lollipops, a set of Russian Pancakes were given to me compliments of the house. Two thin crepes comprised of flour and milk whey were folded into a triangular shape. A cup of blueberry compote was provided for dipping. This was a nice way to finish my lunch with a dessert-like product that wasn't too sweet. While there were ups and downs, I still rounded my rating of SciEats to a four star level.

Front Counter
Ann V.

SciEats, a union between science and food, is all about affordable nutritional meals. I'm a foodie with a Biology background who's down with its mission...1. serve healthy science inspired food...2. educate "We are what we eat"...3. reinvest in the community. The owner and workers are very friendly creating a welcoming atmosphere. I can tell they're genuinely passionate about what they do. I was blown away by the fresh, flavorful dishes...sooo deliciously authentic. I'm super glad I found out about the hidden gem through the internet and can't wait to go back to support this nonprofit restaurant. I had a wonderful opportunity to celebrate India's Independence Day with classic street food at the same time learning about Indian culture while unwinding on National Relaxation Day. I highly recommend the Yelp Community to check it out - for amazing food and for an awesome cause!

Khaman, Mango Lassi, Sweet Roti Roll, and Rasmalai
Nancy I.

Go for the food and then go back because of the cause... It was my first time having Khaman, and I will be getting it again. The chickpea flour snack is tasty and has a nice texture that you'd never even know that it was gluten free. Grounded in a mission to make healthy food available to everyone, SciEats has sliding scale pricing that allows others to pay it forward to those in need and those who need help to get what they need. The couple who own and operate SciEats is friendly and passionate about their food. Expect a delay, because it will take more than a minute, but that is because they are making it with love.

April C.

Love the food! So far the chicken and rice dish is excellent! I love their beet salad and the fried lentils app. The carrot dessert is very different but I enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to trying other things. I've been 3 times already! As a note, they offer food to people on their budget, so if you can't afford it they will take what you can afford. They also do community dinners - they did one for Christmas (I think it was free for those who needed it) I would like to start volunteering with them inn2026, just need to find out how! Great place with yummy food!

All day menu
Brenna M.

I've been here 3 times now and it's always amazing! They have so many options for vegans and vegetarians that are super delicious. The owners are super accommodating and care a lot about providing nutritional meals for the food insecure. Tell your friends and family about this place so that they can feed more people throughout san diego :) Thank you so much for the amazing care you put into your work Scieats! *pictures of the menu and donation links to help their outreach program

Delicious menu at great prices! Also sliding scale for those that can't afford to pay the listed prices (by application)
J N.

One of the owners Taher, wife Maria and son make you feel at home. SciEats is taking on preventable diseases with sustainable, home cooked, healthy and delicious meals served with a smile. I happened to try this place because of an application on my phone, and I'm so glad that I did. The caramelized lemonade was amazing and dishes were delightful. Everything is made with love and intent to nourish a community. Really great selfless stuff going on here--give them a try!

Genevieve S.

Found them on the too good to go app and the food was delicious. They then let me know they were a nonprofit that was helping the community. So not only were the prices low, the food delicious, but they're also doing so much good for the community. Highly recommend.

Chicken and rice. With a beet salad and tahini sauce.  And a tea.

Amazing food. Great customer service. Clearly food made with love and intent. Dishes that are hearty and filling, without a sluggish or gross effect afterwards. "Healthy" but tasty meals that really do feel nourishing! I had the pleasure to speak to the owner, and they have a great mission statement and vision for our community. If you have time, please support! This place deserves love.

Whole Wheat Roti, Chicken Tikka Masala, and Goat Haleem with Rice

See all

3 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 3
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 0

8 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 3
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

11 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 56
Thanks 15
Love this 52
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 10
Thanks 5
Love this 14
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of April C.
37
33
35

10 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0

5 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 2
Oh no 1

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 1
Photo of J N.
4
71
30

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 1
Love this 3
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of L D.
0
18
1

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 2
Thanks 1
Love this 2
Oh no 0
Photo of Mars M.
205
16
7

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 1
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

The food, service, and people that run the place are all great. Very community oriented and all that.

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Troy M.
3
61
29

1 year ago

Business owner information

Photo of Taher S.

Taher S.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Ask the Community - SciEats

Does it have working air conditioning?

Thanks for checking with us. Yes, it does. There was an issue but not with air conditioning. It was a tricky issue which took even expert to resolve. Now, you can can give you the north pole feeling if you desire so :-) apologies to those of you who… 

Don’t See Your Question? Ask Away!

You might also consider

Taste of the Himalayas

Taste of the Himalayas

3.9(514 reviews)
1.3 mi•Hillcrest
•$$

We were stumbling around in the mind boggling LaJolla Village traffic and happened upon this strip…read moremall, thank goodness, which held a number of good looking options for our dinner. Taste of the Himalays with its South Indian food won our discussion of where to go. The place has an inviting aroma of spices. We sat on the sunset-glazed patio instead of in the very dark dining room. Our dinner arrived quickly and so many takeout clients' delivery people indicated the popularity of the food. My aloo paratha, a potato-stuffed bread was so delicious alongside a flavorful chicken biryani. It was just what I needed! Having lived in India for three years a long time ago, this cuisine is most definitely my favorite. My husband chose a beautiful shrimp vindaloo which was served with rice, and he loved the samosas which are quite large. We split a Taj Mahal beer- a perfect outdoor experience. Be sure to visit between 3-5 pm for we also had happy hour discounts as promised taken from the bill. Should we find ourselves here in the future, we'd love to try more delicious creations!!

Great variety of dishes. I love that they ask your spiciness preference. Hint: zero means zero…read moreand dishes with zero were really bland. I don't like my food hot at all and 3 to 4 was very good for me. Decor is really nice with brick walls and a nice patio. Service was very slow for the place being not busy at all. Plenty of parking on the front and back street.

Photos
Taste of the Himalayas - View of the bar / front desk

View of the bar / front desk

Taste of the Himalayas
Taste of the Himalayas - Wine

See all

Wine

Curryosity - Indian Latke

Curryosity

4.3(682 reviews)
1.1 mi•South Park, North Park
•$$

I've been here a few times and am surprised I have reviewed this place yet, it's definitely one of…read moremy favorite Indian places in San Diego. This trip we ordered the deconstructed samosa and it's going to be one of my "must haves" on any future trips. I ordered some extra naan to finish the creamy sauce, it was SO good. Decided on the Masala with chicken for my entree. I was happy with the portion size and amount of protein. The only thing I was disappointed in this time around was the garlic naan. When I've ordered it in the past, it's had a pleasant garlic flavor to it. This time, I barely tasted any garlic. Hopefully it was just a one-time thing, and it's better next time. Other than that, the service has always been good and friendly. I highly recommend stopping by!

Had a really nice experience for my first time and Curryosity! The food is ridiculous. The vindaloo…read morecurry will be my go to from now on with chicken. The spice level is perfect, you feel that heat in the first bite but it doesn't absolutely overwhelm you to a point of sweating. The curry fries are delicious & the cheese samosas (not pictured) were a hit. The service was good, not spectacular. There were only a couple of tables seated and we rarely saw our server which was a bit frustrating - but when we did she was very nice. The restaurant is quaint but very pretty and has a good feel about it! We will be back for sure.

Photos
Curryosity
Curryosity - Nirvana Curry, Kachumber, Rice

Nirvana Curry, Kachumber, Rice

Curryosity - Mango Lassi

See all

Mango Lassi

Muzita Abyssinian Bistro - Shiro & Beggie

Muzita Abyssinian Bistro

4.4(2.2k reviews)
1.5 mi•University Heights
•$$

Food: 5/5 Portions: 5/5…read moreAtmosphere: 4/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 4/5 Price: $$ Takeout: yes Outdoor seating: yes Restrooms: yes Dogs: yes Kid Friendly: yes Vegetarian options: yes Vegan options: yes Ambiance: casual Pros: great food. Friendly staff. Large portions Cons: parking can be tricky in the area

So, it was AI that landed me here for lunch this past weekend. I asked for suggestions of places…read morethat focused on authenticity - not trendy. This topped the list. I was dreading parking but somehow, only went around the block once and found parking less than half a football field away. I can only guess at how bad it would be during the lunch and dinner rushes. It was metered parking but it was Sunday and IYKYK. Otherewise, read the sigs and be ready to feed the meter. Service was patient and warm. Wondered if it was a one man crew as our server, host and cashier was one person. He would be there and then he wouldn't. Left me wondering if he was also cooking or at least helping in the back of the house. It wasn't busy - my friend and I were one of three parties/tables. Not that we needed much but there was a moment when we wanted more injera ... which leads me to the food. The injera was nice and spongy - great since it's all hands on deck, no utensils. If you've never had this cuisine, know that the injera is like your plate and your utensil. Use it to soak up and grab the veggie and meat dishes but just be aware, you eat too much of it too fast, and it'll fill you up just as fast. The dishes are on the mild side as far as being spicy. I would have loved it spicier however my friend doesn't handle heat but the flavors made up for compromise of not ordering fire. We weren't able to finish it all and couldn't bring it to go as we were on the road from LA but would have gladly taken it for leftovers for another time. I would have added more seasoning and some heat to tickle my taste buds. Don't read into that - that it wasn't good - I do also appreciate when places favor less which allows me to add because if it's too heavily seasoned, diluting certain dishes is tricky and in some cases not worth it IMO. Note: if you've had this cuisine before, know that Muzita does Entrees - not combo's. One or two orders and you should be good.

Photos
Muzita Abyssinian Bistro - Interior dining area.

Interior dining area.

Muzita Abyssinian Bistro
Muzita Abyssinian Bistro - Exterior of the restaurant.

See all

Exterior of the restaurant.

Loving Hut - North Park

Loving Hut - North Park

4.2(1.4k reviews)
1.1 mi
•$$

This is a nice sized restaurant with a peaceful and soothing environment…read more We were addressed upon entry, was told how the ordering works and then found our table. Quick service and the food was amazing. Will certainly go back.

The Love is at Loving Hut - North Park…read more This cool cozy modern spot of the iconic small biz SoCal plant-based chain is a must. Delicious eats, treats, decor and drinks. The service is stellar, though it was a one man show. The guy on duty was the host, main server, buser, and more from start to finish. Taking orders, serving food as well as extras or refills. He attended to several pick up and takeout orders and ran the main room without missing a beat. We order our eats at the counter for dine-in, which I believe is the norm here. Several tables were filled, but they have a good amount of space here. My boyfriend ordered the Heavenly Papaya Salad and I ordered the Lucky Lemongrass. Meals were a 10/10. Possible the best Lemongrass beef I've ever had. So much flavor and perfect texture. And bae's Papaya Salad was quite the huge portion of perfection. Napkins, condiments and utensils are at the edge of the table making the need for those small dinning necessities minimal, if at all. We got refills before even needing to ask. How does he do it? Definitely short staffed on a busy weekend which is my only real concern. Restrooms and lay out are immaculate. This one man show even cleaned and put chairs up towards the end of the night. So many things on their menu from Starters to Salads, Noodle or Rice Dishes, Soups, Western Specialities (think burgers, sandwiches, tacos, etc) and Desserts. A variety of beverage options (all of the alcohol free variety), such as Kombuchas, Teas, Ginger Beer, Cola, Lemonade and more. Sparkling water available also. Easy parking in a shared plaza lot of El Cajon Blvd between Georgia and Florida Street(s). Local street parking available as well. And if you're parked close by, best to stroll over as parking can go fast in North Park (or San Diego in general) as the day goes on. Open from 11:30 AM to 3PM and again from 4PM to 8:30PM Monday through Thursday, with hours of 12PM/Noon until 9PM on weekends (Friday through Sunday).

Photos
Loving Hut - North Park - Business card

Business card

Loving Hut - North Park - Sign in the women's bathroom

Sign in the women's bathroom

Loving Hut - North Park - Trashcan in women's restroom - open and close buttons!

See all

Trashcan in women's restroom - open and close buttons!

SciEats - indpak - Updated October 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...