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    WaBa Grill

    2.5 (50 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Dogs allowed
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    Good for kids

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    Rosa G.

    Hard working employees they only had 2 and they were very nice and friendly. The food was delicious I really liked the taste. I wish they gave more chicken and steak for the family meal. It states it's supposed to be to be enough for 4 people but the portion on the protein is so small. Not enough. They did run out of white rice by the late afternoon noon. So I only got to try the brown rice which was good.

    Plantspired steak and chicken bowls
    Jocelyn A.

    Came in after picking my wife up from work. We didn't want to cook or eat leftovers. We stopped by Waba for the first time today. She got the teriyaki chicken bowl, I did Waba plantspired steak. Food didn't take long to come out, and was absolutely delicious! My wife wanted to trade me the chicken for my plant steak the steak was so good. Both dishes were amazing, though the plant steak was definitely better. We will definely come back when we want a healthy, tasty alternative to cooking at home. Cook music as well

    Waba bowl

    Got the waba bowl on my lunch during a huge delivery day. Had to use the restroom honestly so I came here (wasn't initially going to eat here) but I ordered bc I felt bad using the facilities without being a customer lol. I was so focused on using the restroom I quickly ordered incorrectly. Once I got out of the bathroom I asked the lady to correct my order and she was nice enough to do that for me! Thanks for hooking it up I really appreciate the effort! Great customer service

    Savanna D.

    I Ordered Food From Waba Craving It Because I'm Pregnant and there was F**ken Hair In My Steak Bowl So Disgusting! I call they tell me Bring it back and they will make me a new one F**k That I'm So Disgusted By Waba Period Now Never Again

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    Esteban M.

    Food was good ....cashier was rude it was on a wednesday night May 12 2021. she seemed in a bad mood even though they were not closed yet. I asked if i can still get the free avocado deal and they said no i had to do it when i ordered even though its free ‍ I wont be coming back here.

    I have always loved Waba because of the freshness and filling it is. But I'm not so sure how "fresh" it is now. Ordered the salmon veggie bowl and bam! We found a little friend in the salmon. Now how the heck can a worm get in the fish? Literally inside of it? Probably because it's old? Who knows. No explanation just a we're getting a refund back and they'll check the store out, but what else can we expect right? Keep an eye out for the extras you didn't pay for lol

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    Yesi A.

    It's a hit or misss... this particular day the food was great but the over all ambience is sso strange and uncomfortable I got bad vibes. I was in a hurry during lunch break and got the teriyaki tofu veggie bowl which was incredible. It was made like in 2 minutes! They did a good job and everything was nice and clean. I love the hot sauce it clears your sinuses. Overall itt was a good experience for me.

    I ordered brown rice , when I got home ready to eat is white rice

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    Bad service bad food. The staff or manager was not friendly at all and food was also bad.

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    1 year ago

    I got a waba plate and it was so good, Brandon gave me a very good service will go again!

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    1 year ago

    Food was great and the person who helped me named Leo was really nice and chill. Pretty great spot

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    Ragin’ Pot

    Ragin’ Pot

    4.5
    (396 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    Food was very delicious, fulfilling yet light altogether. The Spam and Egg Banh Mi stayed intact…read more The fried egg rolls also tasted good and were a good portion size. The Vietnamese coffee had good flavor as well and had a good blend of bitter sweetness that complimented the food well. Service was fast and helpful. Peaceful ambiance for a Thursday afternoon. Will comeback

    Was driving by on our way to some other restaurant when my partner insisted we pull in. From the…read moreparking lot we could see only one table with a two people, but a large, happy looking, family was exiting with arm fulls of to go bags so we decided to chance it, my partner especially excited for hot pot. We let the group pass us and entered the restaurant. We were promptly seated at a corner table and given menus. It did take a bit for the server to come back to take our order, but we did realize we came in 1/2 hour before closing, so we eased off a bit. My partner order the hot pot and was very happy with his choice. The server came back with a hot plate and instructed us how to cook the meat. I was a bit apprehensive about having to cook my own food, but the fragrant smell as it cooked changed my mind. The broth was flavorful and the veg and meat were tender as they soaked up the soupy goodness. I also ordered the boa buns and the pillowy texture, mixed with the soft pork and crunchy cucumber and carrots made my belly sing. We slurped up our food and cleared out as quickly as we could. I hate being that person that lingers at closing time. What I do regret is that I did not take more time at their counter as we exited because it was full of snacks and curios that I love. Next time for sure!

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    Inside dining area
    Banh m Banh Mi Special Sandwich Cha lua
    Banh m Banh Mi Special Sandwich Cha lua
    Lychee soju

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    Lychee soju
    Tasty Pot

    Tasty Pot

    4.5
    (75 reviews)
    3.5 mi
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    TLDR - AYCE HOTPOT. Good selection of vegetables, noodles, and soups. Adequate meat…read moreselections.Cooking can be slow. Great price! AYCE HOTPOT HAS FINALLY ARRIVED IN VENTURA COUNTY! Asians in ventura county know hot pot options are slim pickings. AYCE hotpot? A first that im aware of (tasty used to be preset bowls) Loved being able to choose different broths and put whatever noodles, veggies, fish balls, tofu, etc in my pot. Staff friendly, clean restaurant. Who doesn't love AYCE hotpot? My only con is the pots used to cook your items arent very fast. The fire will die and youll need an employee to start it up. Id be cautious of ordering chicken or youll sit there for at least 10 minutes making sure its cooked all the way. If tasty pot can fix this, I think it'll improve the overall experience. I still love the overall experience and will be back multiple times this year. Side note - People used to 626 or OC ayce hot pot may be a little disappointed (no free drinks or hot food bar).

    This was my first time at a hot pot place. The food was really good! It's all you can eat style now…read moreso you order a broth and a few meats and the rest of the stuff like veggies, noodles, fish balls, dumplings, and octopi are in the fridge for customers to grab and put in their soup. The broth was good. I got the Taiwanese but my gf got the Thai broth and that one was better (and spicier). All the ingredients were very fresh and it was a solid value for the money. The server was attentive as well.

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    Inside seating
    Kimchi Hot Pot
    Kimchi Hot Pot
    Lunch curry hot pot with green and black tea

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    Lunch curry hot pot with green and black tea
    Secret Bao

    Secret Bao

    4.5
    (738 reviews)
    33.8 mi
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    Omg where do I begin??! Hands down one of my favorites restaurants in Santa Barbara. I got the…read moreSangria cocktail which was so fruity and delicious! Then I also ordered the KFC and the pork belly bao, both had a delicious flavor and balance of savory and sweet. We also ordered the cucumber peach salad, which was delicious with pieces of Basil in it. So fresh! We got the crab rangoon, and I believe the scallop and prawn dumplings. All had such a lovely flavor and we're just so good. You can't go wrong here with anything you order! Great service and great food.

    Secret Bao was an okay experience overall. The food was decent, but nothing really stood out enough…read moreto make me want to come back specifically for it. We tried the garlic noodles, spicy beef noodles, popcorn chicken, and corn dumplings. The garlic noodles were creamy and the spicy noodles had good flavor, but the dishes overall felt a bit underwhelming. The popcorn chicken was soggy (but probably cause I had it to go), though it wasn't particularly memorable, and the corn dumpling were fine but didn't leave a lasting impression. The service was friendly and our food came out in a reasonable amount of time, which we appreciated. The restaurant had a relaxed, casual atmosphere that made it a comfortable place to grab a meal, but was super packed for a weekday. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but it also wasn't anything special. I might give it another try in the future and order some of their more popular items before making a final judgment.

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    The bar
    Pink Peruvian Scallops
    Pink Peruvian Scallops
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    Oku

    Oku

    4.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    32.6 mi
    $$$
    Rooftop seating
    Gluten-free friendly

    My husband and I came here on our honeymoon and had an unforgettable experience! We had the best…read moretable with a sunset view of the ocean on the upper floor patio. We got a bottle of champagne and had delicious appetizers and food. The service was amazing! It's rare to find a waterfront restaurant that also has stellar food and reasonable prices. Usually all you get is a good view. But oku is totally different! They do it all! My husband doesn't like raw fish so it was awesome to have a place that had a wide selection of cooked proteins and sushi too. I can't wait to come back! I wish we lived closer. It will be a lifelong memory. Richard, Tina and our server made us feel so special.

    Sooo my girlfriend and I made a mistake of not getting a reservation here..whoops! But it's ok we…read morestill got seated within 10 min of arriving but unfortunately wasn't able to sit on the outdoor patio for the views. However that's fine! We still enjoyed our time there. We ordered a few things to share. We got lychee martinis because why not! Definitely had to order a few nigiri's which were delicious. Got the shishito peppers and they were flavorful and not too spicy! Can't go wrong with a few sushi rolls. Our server was sweet and attentive. The vibes for this restaurant is around intimate depending where you sit but also loud and vibey if indoors. Great place to visit but make sure to make reservations for the outdoor patio on the second level for views of the ocean and the pier!

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    Gorgeous place for our post-work drink!
    Gorgeous place for our post-work drink!
    Yellowtail Carpaccio paired with Sakuna Rose Sake
    Yellowtail Carpaccio paired with Sakuna Rose Sake
    Way of the Dragon Roll and Piranha Roll. Paired with unfiltered Momo Kawa Sake!

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    Way of the Dragon Roll and Piranha Roll. Paired with unfiltered Momo Kawa Sake!
    Sama Sama Kitchen

    Sama Sama Kitchen

    3.9
    (745 reviews)
    33.8 mi
    $$

    We visited Sama Sama while in Santa Barbara, and it was hands down the best restaurant we had the…read morepleasure of experiencing during our trip. We feel pretty fortunate to have so many great restaurants near home, so finding a place that genuinely surprised and impressed us was both refreshing and an absolute pleasure. Everything we tasted was amazing. The standouts were the ribs, crispy rice salad, wings, and short rib noodles, but there truly wasn't a single thing we didn't enjoy. The drinks were great, and the ambiance and service were equally impressive. Our only regret is that we have to wait until our next visit to Santa Barbara to eat here again.

    Sama Sama Kitchen is a Indonesian-inspired, Michelin Gourmand rated restaurant, was in the area so…read moremy family and I decided to go. We were greeted and seated right away, as for a Saturday afternoon, the restaurant wasn't so busy. Our server Izzy (on my receipt) was attentive and answered our questions, concerns well. I appreciate her service. My favorite dishes to the least favorite in order: Lamb gai (fresh and light), Braised pork noodles, Vietnamese wings, and lastly, the chicken satay (a bit dry, but sauce was flavorful), see my pics of each dish. It's not easy to judge from pics, one might think for the portion size for the price, is a bit smaller size. Indoor and outdoor seating. Cute, casual interior. Nearby paid parking structures, or good luck finding free street parking. Definitely a restaurant to check out when/if you're in the area.

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    Braised Pork Mie Goreng ($23)
    Braised Pork Mie Goreng ($23)
    Morning After ($24) Nasi Goreng Jawa w/ Chicken Satay

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    Morning After ($24) Nasi Goreng Jawa w/ Chicken Satay

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