Sizzling Lunch

4.3 (150 reviews)

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Sizzling Lunch - Japanese Near Me - Goleta, California

Sizzling Lunch - Garlic beef rice - Japanese Near Me - Goleta, California

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Corinna W.

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Good spot for lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's similar to our fav beef peppered rice place in SF. Our server was friendly. Simple menu. We ordered the beef peppered rice and the kimchi beef peppered rice. I really enjoyed the garlic bits in the beef peppered rice . Both dishes were similar. Only difference was the kimchi in one and the garlic bits in only the beef peppered rice dish. I wish they offered an option to add a fried egg. Glad the UCSB students have an option to dine here. It's something different from Pizza or Panda Express.

Tina S.

This place never disappoints from food to service! Jubei is friendly and attentive to our needs. Our faves are the tonkatsu, beef pepper, and cheese corn. Also, this place is clean. One of our fave spots plus the pricing is reasonable. One of the regular places we go to. Give this place a try. This place is near UCSB and beside a 711 convenience store. Parking can be a bit tricky at times though.

Caro F.

first time visiting Isla vista and we stumbled upon sizzling lunch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute & affordable little restaurant where you place your order at the table on the screen and pay up front.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We tried the garlic beef rice & pork belly rice plus some gyozas and an order of fried chicken appetizer. Personally the chicken appetizer was too spicy. I loved the beef & rice and thought it was cool you finish cooking yourself as it's served on a hot cast iron plate. The pork belly was delicious! The server was super nice and gave me my entree free for Mother's Day which was totally unexpected and super generous! I'd recommend and would return!

Alyanna M.

I usually love places that do sizzling plates. But this place was a bit of a disappointment. I do appreciate that you can order from an iPad at each table. However, Food lacked flavor & needed a hefty amount of the available sauces/seasonings at the table.

Megan O.

Love the beef pepper rice. After mixing, it tastes pretty plain, but after adding a bunch of teriyaki sauce and a sprinkle of garlic soy, it taste amazing. Love that it's on a hot plate so the rice can be crispy on the edges. Don't forget to order the fries. It's a huge portion, good for sharing but really addicting :) Service was fast, and make sure to pay at the counter. Nice

Viviana G.

Had lunch with a friend here for the first time and it was a great experience. The staff was welcoming and nice from the moment we came in and the food was served fast. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I liked how they have plenty of seating area[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] and how u can order everything from your table through a kiosk. I tried the cheese fries and garlic pepper plate and they were both delicious! The amount of food was generous too, ended up having leftovers.

Doc Ev E.

4.8 rounded up. Excellent place for UCSB students. The sizzling hot plate literally cooking the raw meat served and need to stir to cook. Adding the various sauces enhances everything. The corn cheese to share is unique and Yummie. The garlic rice I loved and other varieties like udon helps vary the texture. Gotta start mixing right after served or will burn per daughter . Gotta love this place

Chicken Kaarage. 5 stars. IG: @amei.eats

Alex M.

(Overall: A) - Sizzling Lunch is easiest my top restaurant pick in Santa Barbara. I feel that their beef pepper rice is definitely the star dish with an interesting premise if you know how to handle the sizzling stone. In addition, they have your classic tea shop appetizers -- Chicken Karaage, Sweet Potato Fries, and Takoyaki -- which are all of decent quality. From a cost analysis, I think the prices are very fair for the food you're getting, especially compared to everything else in the area that is not as great quality.

Liz N.

Udon and beef was so good! The sauces were flavorful and you can add it to your liking. The service was friendly and the waiter took the time to explain the ordering process and the way to eat the food. Lots of great options on their menu for everyone!

Regina C.

My second time trying this place and it never disappoints! We went a little close to closing time but they still welcomed us which was appreciated! We got the Kurabuta Pork Belly Pepper and shared it between two people. But honestly, with the way we finished the dish, we coupd have ordered one each! Definitely a go to when visiting Santa Barbara

Grace L.

If I were to eat out in IV, Sizzling Lunch would be one of my top choices. With a bunch of NorCal locations, I'm glad they (re)opened in this college town, increasing the variety of Asian food in the area. We seated ourselves, ordered on the iPad, and paid at the register at the end of the meal. Each table has a pack of Clorox wipes as well as garlic shoyu sauce, teriyaki sauce, chili powder (shichimi togarashi), salt and pepper. I find the instructions on the wall helpful in explaining how to eat the teppanyaki style dishes because you want to make sure the meat cooks fully. The teriyaki chicken wings (not deep fried) are pretty standard and tasty. Although the garlic beef pepper rice is popular, I always find myself ordering the curry beef udon because it's so comforting and satisfying. The curry powder is Japanese curry and not spicy at all. I hope Sizzling Lunch sticks around!

Anmol L.

Ok... yes it might be a bit pricy for a college student... but most things in IV is pretty expensive. It was a super cool experience. I've gone twice and I enjoyed it both times! They bring the dish out to you and you get to experiment cooking it yourself! I do recommend not getting the chicken as I am more iffy of finishing that off in a shorter period of time. My personal favorite is the pork belly rice, but the pork katsu curry is decent too. Their sauces are delicious and you can order directly off of the tablets. The service is ok, could be better. The tables are nice and big and there is room for a big group. That being said, be aware that they do have a service fee. The lighting is nice and I do think it would be a nice place for date night! The service sizes are pretty large! I personally like to share a dish!

Ha L.

Decent place for lunch and hanging out with friends. Due to Covid-19, they have a monitor at each table that you can order everything from there, and the order will be sent straight to the kitchen. Friendly staff, fast service, great food. I love the chicken wings and sizzling rice. Plenty of options. Would love to come back again when visiting UCSB.

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Helen L.

7 years ago

The garlic beef pepper rice is pretty good! The waiter was really nice and for IV the prices are really good. The portions are nice as well. read more

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Jade I.

4 years ago

The best food in IV not gonna lie. Fresh and cooked right infront of you. Love the crunchy rice after letting the food cook. The spicy garlic beef is my fav. read more

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Fengbin T.

7 years ago

I really like eating here. I recommend all the rice dishes here. Maybe next time I will try noodles. read more

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Vex M.

7 years ago

Food is so great! I love pepper steak and fried rice. This is a most excellent combination. Add a fried egg, or even two! It makes it over the top! read more

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Ulises A.

3 years ago

The service was subpar and I felt weird in there. The ambiance was ok? forgettable though. The food was really just passable.

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L A.

3 years ago

Food was tasty and fast, server was very nice, generous portion size! Knocking off 1 star only for the stupid iPad ordering which there is no way around. read more

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Thien N.

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7 years ago

New place! Soooooo good, the flavors are based on how much ever you want to add (Teriyaki or Garlic Shoyu Sauce) WHILE IT SIZZLING! Like a mini KBBQ plate! Cool concept and a great casual place for coworkers and family. Try the Garlic Pepper Beef or the Salmon pepper even better yet grab the wings, well marinated and seasoned! read more

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Tim C.

6 years ago

Seeing hot it was a holiday, I called and verified what time they closed. Showed up well before quoted closing, walked in and was told "we are closed." I checked the phone number I called and it matches the Sizzling lunch's store number. read more

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Alice C.

4 years ago

Got the chicken pepper rice while here at lunch with a friend. She got the beef udon, which looked a lot better. Rice and chicken were dry and pretty flavorless.. I had to add a lot of garlic soy sauce that was at the table. It was just chicken and rice and corn. Some more veggies in the dish would help its flavor. Portions were OK but very overpriced. The sweet potato fries were good, though. Service was good as we got our food within 10 min. read more

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Emily B.

7 years ago

Fast service, fun staff. I really enjoy the food here and have gone multiple times since it's opening, definitely one of my new favorite spots in Isla Vista. they even have single seating for those who wanna feel comfortable getting food alone :) read more

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Fiona A.

4 years ago

so good, concept was super interesting to me. I was a bit scared at the prospect of cooking my own salmon when I ordered the salmon bowl, but it was so fresh and cooked perfectly. If I had one critique it would be for them to slightly preseason the meats more but one of the best, reliably good lunch or dinner options in isla vista with a more sit-down feel read more

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Catherine B.

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7 years ago

They were very busy, but we still had a great dinner! Staff was hustling and still managed to be polite. All three of us got different dishes and we gobbled them up - absolutely delicious! Hot, fresh, tasty plates of food that you can customize and/or season to your specific taste. So good!!! read more

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Tiger L.

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7 years ago

Really good and unique food! Atmosphere is nice with the sizzling sound coming from everywhere. I had the kimchi beef rice plate and it was very filling and filled with spice , especially with the chili powder. The servers are also very proactive in their activities. Christine made sure my water cup was never empty. read more

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Emma S.

4 years ago

So fire. Everything about it. Good ambiance, good food, good vibes. I must recommend the kimchi rice and beef plate. Big quantities too, good to share. read more

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Greg B.

7 years ago

Meh. Sub par service and bland food. Wouldn't go back. Walked in and got seated. A bigger party walks in. They move us to the corner even though there is plenty of seating elsewhere for the party. Food came out quickly but it was a tasteless mess. Great if you're a college kid on a budget. But look elsewhere if you are looking for good noodles. read more

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Parthe P.

4 years ago

This place has really healthy and wholesome food. Their portion sizes are generous. I'm sure I will visit them again soon!!

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Jamie B.

7 years ago

I've been waiting for this place to open and I finally ate here with my family. Best experience! The server explained how it works. When the food came out my sisters were in the restroom and they were asking if they wanted to mix it. They also kept refilling our waters. Hell yeah! Best service. Kimchi pepper rice and curry rice with cheese was amazing love it! read more

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Ryan H.

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7 years ago

Tried this place out for the first time after it changed from being hotpot. My waiter was Andy, who recommended the beef udon with fried garlic. The beef udon was very good and the garlic recommended by Andy made it even more flavorful. This place is honestly much better than the hotpot place and is also cheaper. I will be coming back for more beef udon and more Andy . read more

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Caitlin L.

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7 years ago

I love this place and highly recommend it! There aren't very many Asian food options around the area but this place is one I'll keep on my radar because it hits the spot every time. Compared to the Bay Area location, the quality of the meat is just as good but I do feel that the meat portions are just a bit smaller. The food comes out pretty fast and I like that I'm able to customize the flavor to my liking with the condiments on the table(eg. garlic shoyu, teriyaki sauce, and black pepper). Given that they are a newly opened restaurant, I understand that their customer service/servers are still in training but it is pretty solid(shoutout to Charlie! and Jason! for the excellent customer service). However, I would prefer not to be asked if I wanted water every minute or so and if they changed their cups to reusable cups to be more environmentally friendly. For a first timer, the menu could be overwhelming since there are so many yummy options to choose from! I'd recommend the Curry Beef Udon(!!), Curry Beef Rice with Cheese, and Garlic Beef Pepper Rice :) read more

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Nicholas N.

7 years ago

It was my first time here and I saw that it was a very appealing place. My server was Andy and he had a lot of good recommendations right off the bat and was very quick with the service. I got his recommendation of beef udon with friend garlic and it was really good. I will definitely be coming back soon. read more

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Ryan V.

5 years ago

Terrible service. I came in and ordered at 645 and the store was a bit busy but nothing too crazy. My friend ordered RIGHT after me and then a couple ordered after him. We sit down for around 30 minutes waiting for our food and then a group of 7 came in and also ordered. My friend waiting for another 15 minutes for his food to come out (keep in mind that he was AFTER me) and then the couple got their food and then the party of 7 started to get some of their food. So I was wondering why my food hasn't came out yet and I asked and they tell me that I still have 5 orders ahead of me (which makes no sense because my friend who was BEHIND me already got his food). I worked in a restaurant before so I understand that restaurants get busy and wait times can get long but the fact that I got skipped several times over and over again and no worker came up to explain the situation makes this unacceptable. Only reason I'm not giving this place a 1 star is because they offered a free drink (which I did not take) for my inconvenience. Absolutely horrible service. The pictures below show how busy the restaurant was and when I ordered me food and when I finally received it read more

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Paul D.

6 years ago

Great meal with a deal! $13 for hot sizzling plate of beef, rice, garlic, spices and corn. I opted in for the kimchi which I thought came on the side. It's put on top of the rice. Next time I would get the plate with out the kimchi. Drizzle on the garlic shoyu sauce all over your plate for extra flavor! Let the sliced beef cook to your liking. (Med./ med. rare) then mix. Never had anything like this but a great simple satisfying meal! read more

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Farbod M.

4 years ago

The Japanese curry here is absolutely awful. I wouldn't feed it to my pet dog. Furthermore, the mushrooms, corn, and rice were all undercooked. Probably recommend never coming here, or at the very least not getting the curry, because it is nothing short of horrendous. read more

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Ishita K.

Elite 20

7 years ago

I got the special here and there was a lot of food. There was not a lot of flavor but also there wasn't any directions on what add-ins to use. I got a headache after eating this but the service is good. This is a pretty decent experience. read more

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Daniel S.

6 years ago

The waitress treats customers differently and has a bad service attitude. And they are very indifferent and ruthless towards the delivery staff, as if they were not humans but animals. Won't go again. read more

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Megan C.

6 years ago

Love that IV now has a place like this! The food is amazing and the portions always leave me feeling super full or I even find myself bringing some to-go for later. My favorite is the Garlic Beef Pepper Rice and my boyfriend's favorite is the Curry Beef Rice with Cheese. I always add the sauces at the table (I believe one is garlic oil and one is like a sweet soy/teriyaki). Would give five stars but is a little pricey - otherwise I would come a lot more often! read more

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Henry C.

7 years ago

Food was great . Sizzling hot on your table . Service was great food ,came quick and the restaurant was very clean .

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Kateland E.

4 years ago

It was such a great experience and it was worth the price the udon and rice dishes are amazing.

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Angel S.

6 years ago

Been here twice and it's delicious! Very consistent! Also they give discounts if you check in or use cash! Definitely coming again!!!!!

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Chloe B.

6 years ago

Haven't had a bad experience here. The food is always consistent and the service has never been lacking. I feel the same way at the Sizzling Lunch back home in San Jose. Glad quality is consistent for this franchise read more

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Abrahan G.

4 years ago

Delicious and well seasoned I would definitely go again if i'm in the area. They have great seasoning at the table as well.

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Ken Z.

7 years ago

Came with a big party of 13 and had a wonderful and efficient service from Jason. The food came out great, he was friendly and responsive, checking in to make sure everything was okay. I ordered the garlic beef pepper rice and the food was delicious too. I would definitely recommend coming here with a big or small party! Perfect place to eat with friends. read more

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Andrew Y.

7 years ago

Sizzling Lunch is a nice place to eat at. It takes a simple idea and executes it very nicely. You're given a plate of your choice of protein along with a base being rice or noodle served on a sizzling plate. You then proceed to sizzle your meal right before you eat it. I got the Kimchi Beef Fried Rice plate. The meat was fresh and the portions were nice. It left me delightfully and not bloated. In addition the restaurant is clean and the staff is attentive and provides good service and gets you in and out rather quickly. I highly recommend. read more

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Amanda C.

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7 years ago

Wasn't sure what to expect about the food quality when coming in, but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it! Quality was good and the sauces you add to the meal really make the flavor pop. read more

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Maya F.

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7 years ago

I've been craving good Asian food in Isla Vista since I first moved here, and sizzling lunch has finally fulfilled that. The curry beef udon was delicious, although I would recommend adding a bit of the garlic shoyu or chili powder for that extra flavor. The service was also amazing - everyone was super kind and energetic, and our server Christine checked in multiple times to make sure we were doing well (: Finally, Niki is my icon, so I absolutely loved the music selection as well. Overall a really solid place, and one that I'll be visiting again soon! read more

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Venizia P.

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7 years ago

It's one of the best spots to have lunch or dinner with your friends. But don't overdo it on the garlic shoyu sauce on the table, it'll make you're food SUPER SALTY. My favorite thing to get there is either the garlic beef rice plate or the curry beef udon. read more

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Angelina S.

7 years ago

My friend and I visited Sizzling Lunch for the first time tonight after hearing everyone rave about it. The food was great! We got kimchi beef pepper rice, garlic beef pepper rice, and a side of takoyaki. It did NOT disappoint. Also, our server, Angie, was amazing and kind!!!!!!! WE LUV SIZZLING LUNCH, BE BACK SOON read more

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Karl T.

7 years ago

Great food and service. Staff here were friendly and accommodating to helping me make a choice for my first time here!

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Lauren S.

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7 years ago

My server, Jason, was incredible. They gave great portions, were super speedy with service and very attentive. Would definitely recommend!!

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Andy T.

7 years ago

great service as well as great food! Doesnt get much better than that. i recommend the beef udon with both garlic and teriyaki sauce.

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6533 Trigo Rd
Goleta, CA 93117
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(805) 883-3092
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Hours

What time does Sizzling Lunch open?

Sizzling Lunch opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Sizzling Lunch close?

Sizzling Lunch closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Sizzling Lunch take credit cards?

Yes, Sizzling Lunch takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sizzling Lunch have catering options?

No, Sizzling Lunch does not have catering options.

Does Sizzling Lunch serve alcohol?

No, Sizzling Lunch does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Sizzling Lunch allow dogs?

Yes, Sizzling Lunch allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sizzling Lunch have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sizzling Lunch has outdoor seating options.

Does Sizzling Lunch have parking?

Yes, Sizzling Lunch has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Does Sizzling Lunch have free WiFi?

Yes, Sizzling Lunch has free WiFi.

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Choppa Poke

Best poke bowls in Santa Barbara! The bowls are packed to the top - no skimping here. The fish is…read moresuper fresh, and you can really taste the quality. All the sauces are great and really add flavor to the bowl. It might seem a bit pricey at first, but considering how fresh the fish is and the area, it's actually pretty reasonable. It's definitely a treat if you're looking for some quality poke. The casual vibe makes it a great spot to sit down and enjoy. You won't regret stopping by!

This place has been mine and my boyfriend's FAVORITE Poke spot for years, my favorite for even…read morelonger. We absolutely LOVED Yabee and Johnny (the two workers at the front) and were treated very well throughout these years. However, today my boyfriend went back there to pick us up a poke bowl. It has been about a month of us not eating here (we got busy). Unfortunately it doesn't seem Yabee and Johnny are working anymore which is a huge bummer. He came home with a said "large" poke bowl that he paid $35 for. For the base he asked for light mixed greens, and for the protein and toppings he asked for salmon, tuna and imitation crab. When he came home, I immediately noticed there was a SIGNIFICANT decrease in the fish portioning, especially for the "large bowl". The only reason the bowl was filled, was because it was mostly lettuce. I kid you not when I say our bowl was filled with about 90% lettuce and greens and about 10% actual fish and toppings. We have NEVER experienced this before and for the price we paid, I would expect anyone to be treated to MUCH better portions of fish. The bowl didn't even remotely fill either of us up and we were both left just as hungry as before. I wish I had taken a photo of what it looked like when we were done, as the bowl was STILL filled to the brim with lettuce. I'm not sure if we were just personally jipped this time but I sincerely hope this isn't the new way this place will be handling their business. I am pretty bummed about this.

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Kaiju Ramen & Curry

Kaiju ramen was good Free water…read more Cooking and service was quick for a ramen place Wish the pork cutlet wasn't so heavily spiced and salty. Quiet place.

Super friendly staff, greeted upon entering and they brought me order to my table even though it…read morewas to go. Food and drink came out super fast as well. The Kaiju Ramen was delicious and presented so cutely (again even in to go!) My Presh tea boba was also super yummy - I got Thai tea with boba. Gyoza was also good and came with a lot of gyoza.

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Tonkatsu ramen

Terriyaki chicken rice bowl

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Hainanese chicken rice bowl

Hana Kitchen

The menu is very simple, either chicken or beef. The staff is confused by these choices and finds…read moreit difficult to put these ingredients together into the simple bowls described in the electronic menus/ordering tablets. The one worker in the front on our visit today was most certainly high as a kite, they were hyper focused on filling little cups with chopped green onions. This effort appeared to take every ounce of concentrations available! Then there was the food. Chicken thigh saturated in sugary sweet nondescript sauce and fatty beef that was so old and grey it was probably too late for the mortuary to accept. The sticky white rice was exactly as one would expect for sticky white rice (there, I found something good to say!) My opinion and advice is to stay away from this restaurant. There are many other choices and today, we choose poorly.

I got the mini chicken bowl at Hana Kitchen for $9.99, and honestly, I found it a bit pricey for…read morewhat you get. The portion was quite minimal: a pieces of chicken, a thin layer of cabbage, and some rice. While it was decent, I think it's a lot to pay for such a simple dish.

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Beef Bowl (super size)

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My receipt very affordable

Thai Kitchen

4.4

(21 reviews)

5.4 mi

Grabbed green curry, Pad Thai, and cashew chicken stir fry from Thai Kitchen, all spot on and…read morebursting with flavor. Tiny spot, so do yourself a favor and get it to go. Big taste, small dining room. Check out my visit @sosalicious805 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQsypJtEQUL/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

Thai Owned and operated by a nice older gentleman who gives HUGE portions. Made fresh to order…read more The places to sit down are crowded out with storage of boxes and cluttered items. Not very inviting at all. But you don't come here for aesthetics. You come here for authentic cuisine. Simple menu. I wish they had papaya salad but their space is limited.

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Pallets of supplies all over the inside of the restaurant.

Chow mein (extra spicy)

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Nikka Ramen

After work, I decided to stop by Nikka Ramen for some lunch. It was a weekday around 1:30pm so it…read morewasn't too busy and I was seated right away. I knew I wanted a rice bowl but wasn't sure what I wanted on top. When I saw the half and half option with tuna and salmon, it was the perfect combination! The order only took a few minutes before coming out. It was delicious and very filling. There was a good combination of textures and flavors that made it a well rounded bowl. I had an efficient but delicious lunch experience at Nikka Ramen. I'd definitely come back!

Cute place. I loved the California Roll, the crab salad in…read morethe roll was delicious. I got Veggie Ramen. It was good. Very creamy. Tofu was nice . Husband got spicy ramen. He liked the ramen but he also like the tofu more than the chicken. It was very busy and they had tons of delivery pick ups. I didn't get a dessert but they had trendy desserts like the peach ice cream. All if the servers were very helpful and nice.

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Super comfy dining area with calming energy vibe.

Pork Shoulder Bowl

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Salmon poke bowl

Takashi Ramen & BBQ

Great food! I love the 24 hour ramen and the skewers are so good! I will definitely be coming back…read morehere!

This place is FANTASTIC! Great ramen options. Their veggie ramen bowl is full of flavor…read more You can either order at the register or order at the kiosk. The staff is great and super helpful. The restaurant is nice too. It's nice to look at all of the decorations while enjoying piping hot ramen. There is an excellent menu to choose from as well.

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Short Rib BEEF Kalbi ( Korean Style)

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Takoyaki

Lilly's Tacos

Hubby was craving tacos so stopped at Lilly's, on our way home from Solvang, based on some trusty…read moreyelp reviews. Located in a plaza so parking was easy and restaurant easy to find. Menu was really easy, no crazy amount of options - just tacos and you pick the meat. I ordered carne asada tacos and hubby got pork tacos. Tacos had a ton of meat, not fatty and there were many salsa options which were really good. You have to pay extra for grilled onions and jalapeño but it was worth it because it was such a great compliment to the tacos. You get your food pretty fast, can take it to go or sit and eat at one of the clean tables in the restaurant. Would definitely eat here again!

They serve one item - small street tacos…read more The taco's come with a basic small corn tortilla, and it's on you to top it at their bar which basically only includes cilantro, onions, radish, and 3 choices of hot sauce. If that's what you want, you're in luck, but they were a bit expensive for what you received, and I'd rather have a fat flour tortilla burrito or authentic crunchy taco with cheese. The inside of the restaurant feels cold. Just a bunch of tables that you find and seat yourself to while you're waiting for your food to be made.

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Adobada tacos, grapefruit jarritos

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Lot of seating

Masala Spice Indian Cuisine

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

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Mark L.

2 years ago

I strongly advise others to avoid. Upon arrival, the place was filled with an overpowering smell of grease. In an attempt to improve the situation, I opened a window, only to be rudely confronted by a staff member asking, "U own this place?" This lack of professionalism and basic courtesy was enough for me to leave immediately. It's important to me that others know of this experience to steer clear of this establishment. Hospitality matters, and unfortunately, it was nowhere to be found here. read more

G M.

7 years ago

Jason was a great server, courteous, and gave us excellent recommendations. The food was great! Highly recommend to stop by for a quick lunch or filling dinner! read more