If I could give this place more stars I would! It was eight of us yesterday and we get to try many different tapas and everything was amazingly delicious. It’s not our first time to dine there and the experience is always more than satisfying. All and all the food is delicious, service is excellent, super friendly people and a great location! Highly recommend ? One more: don’t forget to try their Sama Sama “The Peacock Chardonnay”.
Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Ribs and Cod were amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Chicken Bao, Gado Gado Salad, Coconut Rice, Naughty Nuri Spare Ribs, Green Papaya Salad, Pork Noodles
Aubree Holly
Delicious healthy meal
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Robert Garcia
SB Local and I finally got the chance to come check it out! Hands down some of the best dishes I had in a while. Wings were finger licking good, Clams were delicious especially dipping that bread in the broth and I finished off with the pork noodles.. 5 star establishment will definitely be bringing the family next time around.
“This is the best meal we’ve had here” he said. And he was right, all 10s given to the wings, bok choy n duck salad, crispy rice, coconut braised chicken, and the service (thanks Izzy!) Leaving a bit sad, my cooking will never taste this good
Everything was exquisite except for one little detail... The rockfish they claim is local, is most certainly not. The menu states "Local Rockfish" at market price ($38) however, I was served a Gulf Red snapper, then the receipt states it was a Vermilion snapper... So we have three separate species here. I'd recommend talking to your local fishermen to get the local rockfish on your plates. Sorry to be so harsh, I am a fish biologist and I was hoping to support our local fishermen. Outstanding meal nonetheless.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danyel Logevall
Delicious food, but the size of the chicken sate was just ridiculously small for the $19 we paid. 3 3-inch skewers (which were not very meaty) with only a small amount of peanut sauce included. It actually shocked us as the server put the plate on the table. We thought they served us an appetizer sized portion but we were wrong! Will not go again as we left hungry and upset to have spent so much for such a small amount of food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Randa Seif
We had lunch at this place - good flavor and fast service! They use fresh ingredients and food’s selection is unique. Menu is limited. In-house cocktail is okay. They have fries and noodles for kids off the menu which came handy! The dinner experience may be more fun as it would crowded and music on!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Satay, Hot Chicken Bao, Green Papaya Salad
Efrain Cazares State Farm Agent
Sama Sama Kitchen, a Michelin Bib Gourmand awardee, offers a delightful fusion of Southeast Asian cuisine. The warm, stylish ambiance is perfect for any occasion.Sama Sama Kitchen is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. The fusion of Southeast Asian flavors with Californian freshness, combined with exceptional service and a vibrant ambiance, makes it a standout dining destination in Santa Barbara. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Sama Sama Kitchen promises a memorable meal that will leave you eager to return.
Amazing meal with Izzy! Food was delicious and the service was incredible! Izzy is a gem and made the experience 10/10.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
freaking incredible man. Everything was amazing!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hidden gem. Ask to eat on the back patio. Very calm back there. Service friendly and excellent! Food delicious! Exceeded expectations!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Fried Rice, Naughty Nuri Spare Ribs, Signature Wings
If I could give this place more stars I would!
It was eight of us yesterday and we get to try many different tapas and everything was amazingly delicious.
It’s not our first time to dine there and the experience is always more than satisfying.
All and all the food is delicious, service is excellent, super friendly people and a great location!
Highly recommend ?
One more: don’t forget to try their Sama Sama “The Peacock Chardonnay”.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Satay, Hot Chicken Bao, Naughty Nuri Spare Ribs, Chicken Wings, Vietnamese Wings, Pork Noodles
Food and service were 10 out of 10!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Ribs and Cod were amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Chicken Bao, Gado Gado Salad, Coconut Rice, Naughty Nuri Spare Ribs, Green Papaya Salad, Pork Noodles
Delicious healthy meal
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SB Local and I finally got the chance to come check it out! Hands down some of the best dishes I had in a while. Wings were finger licking good, Clams were delicious especially dipping that bread in the broth and I finished off with the pork noodles.. 5 star establishment will definitely be bringing the family next time around.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Slow service. Fixed 20% tip. Overpriced food. Service is arrogant. Compulsory 20% tip. Low cp. Slow service. Fixed 20% tip. Overpriced food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
“This is the best meal we’ve had here” he said. And he was right, all 10s given to the wings, bok choy n duck salad, crispy rice, coconut braised chicken, and the service (thanks Izzy!)
Leaving a bit sad, my cooking will never taste this good
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Rice Salad, Signature Wings, Chicken Wings
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I like the chicken wings
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything was exquisite except for one little detail... The rockfish they claim is local, is most certainly not. The menu states "Local Rockfish" at market price ($38) however, I was served a Gulf Red snapper, then the receipt states it was a Vermilion snapper... So we have three separate species here. I'd recommend talking to your local fishermen to get the local rockfish on your plates. Sorry to be so harsh, I am a fish biologist and I was hoping to support our local fishermen. Outstanding meal nonetheless.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Delicious food, but the size of the chicken sate was just ridiculously small for the $19 we paid. 3 3-inch skewers (which were not very meaty) with only a small amount of peanut sauce included. It actually shocked us as the server put the plate on the table. We thought they served us an appetizer sized portion but we were wrong! Will not go again as we left hungry and upset to have spent so much for such a small amount of food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
We had lunch at this place - good flavor and fast service!
They use fresh ingredients and food’s selection is unique. Menu is limited.
In-house cocktail is okay.
They have fries and noodles for kids off the menu which came handy!
The dinner experience may be more fun as it would crowded and music on!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Satay, Hot Chicken Bao, Green Papaya Salad
Sama Sama Kitchen, a Michelin Bib Gourmand awardee, offers a delightful fusion of Southeast Asian cuisine. The warm, stylish ambiance is perfect for any occasion.Sama Sama Kitchen is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. The fusion of Southeast Asian flavors with Californian freshness, combined with exceptional service and a vibrant ambiance, makes it a standout dining destination in Santa Barbara. Whether you're a local or a visitor, Sama Sama Kitchen promises a memorable meal that will leave you eager to return.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Rice Salad, Chicken Satay, Hot Chicken Bao, Signature Wings, Chicken Wings
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