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Spiritland Bistro
230 E. Victoria St, Santa Barbara
Phone: (805) 966-7759
- Category: Vegetarian
- Hours: Lunch: Mon-Sun 11:30am-2pm, Dinner: Sun-Thu 5:30pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-10pm
- Price: $10 - $20
- Serving: Lunch & Dinner
- Reservations: Yes, recommended
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Reviews by the General Public
Go early avoid the crowd, 8/2/2010
Reviewer: Bill
from Goleta, CA
I have been here several times for dinner and find the menu simple and food wonderful. Getting there early has rewards that excede my late arrival previously. The service was most accomodating all the times but the presentation on the plate was super when I went early. A very peaceful and stimulating meal. The small but efficient front staff always make you feel wonderful. It appears to be a family run restaurant with one of the healtyist menus in Santa Barbara. I hope others continue to enjoy as I have.
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This is my new favorite place!, 7/20/2010
Reviewer: Liz
from Santa Barbara, CA
I've often wanted to check this place out but had it filed away in "too pricey/special occasion". Reading in the Daily Sound that they had a killer lunch deal Bento box I decided to give it a try.
Oh my god: so good! I'm someone who can be schizo between liking healthy options and liking my butter and cream. So to find something healthy and affordable that is pleasurable to eat is a real find.
I had the salmon with wild rice with the ginger cream sauce, which I was a touch scared of because cream sauces can even put my hedonistic self off. This was light and just added a fun essence and moisture to my lunch.I can't wait to try the other sauce combinations.
The meal was ready in 10 minutes from my phone call (as promised) and check out was lickety split.
I'm sorry I waited so long to try this place. Don't make my mistake!
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Our favorite Restaurant in Santa Barbara, 5/16/2010
Reviewer: Warren Elliott
from Santa Barbara, CA
It has become our favorite place to eat, at least
when we're paying the bill. We & our adult children
have eaten here often and have never had a bad meal.
The creative and unusual menu is always tasty, well
prepared and nicely presented. The staff are first
rate, friendly, and well informed about the food
and the wines
Warren Elliott, Polly Griscom, David & Katrina Kujan
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fantastic food- nice people, 2/15/2010
Reviewer: william boyle
from wrightwood ca
Had a vegan meal here, very special, went back the next night and it was just as good even though they were extremely busy. The two people serving were very very good, and I think the Chef's name was Norbert, and he was XLNT as well. Highly recommended.
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Happy Customer!, 1/15/2010
Reviewer: Anita
from Santa Barbara, CA
I am so surprised to see a couple bad reviews on here... My husband & I went to Spiritland about 3 years ago for the first time & it has become our favorite restaurant in SB. Each time the service is way above par and the food is just perfect. To the person that said it does not have flavor and is bland...maybe you should give it another try?? I am known to like bold flavors & saltier foods, but I am so pleased with the food here. It is not a steakhouse nor is it a vegan, flavorless restaurant. It is carefully prepared food with fresh, local ingredients.
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The flavors just aren't there..., 1/13/2010
Reviewer: Wendy
from Santa Barbara, CA
I went to Spiritland Bistro with a friend. Our waiter was very sweet and treated us well. I was disappointed to discover that the food did not match the ambiance of the restaurant or the attentiveness of the waiter. The salmon was dry and bland, veggies tasted like the ones I make that had been frozen and steamed. I even ordered a wine and it tasted old. All this place needs is a chef who can create FLAVOR, and it will sweep the restaurant scene.
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Effort doesn't add up, 12/11/2009
Reviewer: Barry
from Santa Barbara, CA
Spiritland clearly has its heart in the right place but after a few visits, the food simply hasn't been that great. Even after putting in a new menu, the choices aren't very exciting. I've tried a couple of different fish entrees and they have been overcooked, lacking in flavor and, in my opinion, overpriced.
The service and wine selection are definitely the high points.
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New young Chef starting
Reviewer: Richard Olson
from Santa Barbara, CA
I plan on visiting real soon. A new young chef will assist the existing master chef.
This new young chef prepared meals for our corporate functions and will be missed. I look forward to visiting soon.
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EXCELLENT!
Reviewer: Gabriela Ponce
from Santa Barbara, CA
I work in the restaurant industry and there is nothing better than being attended well. The service was exceptional. I was recommended by our waitress the Polenta with goat cheese with was amazing. For our entree my friend and I ordered the raw lasagna with mushrooms, which too was so good. there was nothing left. we finished off with the raw lime mousse. very good I will be back for sure
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Will go back AGAIN and AGAIN!
Reviewer: Mary
from Chicago, IL
Our UCSB student follows a gluten and dairy free diet. We visited last week and enjoyed every bite of our appetizer, entree and deserts. The three of us each ordered a different dish and they were equally delicious. Our daughter had now eaten there three times and raved about the food. The service was attentive and very polite. We will certainly stop in for dinner each time we are in SB. Oh, just to mention the wine pairings they have made for the entrees on the menu were spot on! Thank you Spiritland Bistro for offering such a creative menu for those who care to eat organic, vegan, gluten or dairy free.
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nice idea, poor execution
Reviewer: Mike Stuart
from Santa Barbara, CA
Have been to this restaurant many times. Will not return. The service is often slow and almost certainly combined with an unpleasant attitude. When you have two people in your party order the same dish - don't expect it to come out of the kitchen looking or tasting the same - or expect the waitstaff to deal with the inconsistancy in a professional and polite manner. Have talked to many people about their experience with this restaurant - all have come to the same conclusion - great idea, poor execution - will not return.
Spiritland Bistro writes:
Mike,
We are sorry you did not have an enjoyable dinning experience. We strive to provide delicious food with a high quality of service and we are always looking to improve. We would be grateful if you could provide us with specific details as to where you feel we did not meet your expectations regarding the service as well as the food so we can fully address the situation. You can contact us any time at info@spiritlandbistro.com. Please provide your preferred contact information so we provide you with something for you trouble. We look forward to providing you with an experience that surpasses your expectations.
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Excellent!!
Reviewer: JS
from Santa Barbara, CA
Absolutely flawless. Loved every bit of my dining experience and I can't wait to go back!
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I Love This Cute Litttle Restaurant!!!
Reviewer: Mich
from Santa Barbara, CA
Our vegan daughter wanted to have her birthday dinner here, it was the 2nd time for all of us to try this restaurant. My husband and I are not vegan. We all had a fabulous meal. Everything was beautifully presented and delicious. The desserts were wonderful. The service was top notch, a definite improvement from the first time we were there a few months ago, I think they are really making an effort to improve the service and it showed. They also have a good wine list. We will definitely return soon.
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