Masala Spice - Santa Barbara

3.3

10 Reviews

$30 and under

Indian

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Healthy

We at masala spice signify the true traditions and culinary treasures of our homeland ,presented to you in our restaurant , where we welcome you to come and try our delicacies , handcrafted by our chef to take you on a soulful journey through our spice mountains and curry streams to the land of incredible flavor and true satisfaction.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Sri Lankan
Hours of Operation
Daily 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
Phone number
(805) 770-8989
Website
https://www.masalaspicesb.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
1919 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-1503
Area
Santa Barbara
Parking details
Public Parking
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 10 people are saying

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3.3

3.3 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
3.9Service
2.9Ambience
3.6Value

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10 Reviews

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Jean
San Francisco4 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Great food, helpful service, quiet and accommodating outside.
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Sydney
Greater Boston16 reviews
3.0
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We were somewhat disappointed in the food. It has been recommended by an Indian person, but compared to Indian food I've had elsewhere it was so-so. Also, we were served only one smallish bowl of rice for 4 people.
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Robb
Los Angeles2 reviews
3.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I took my Indian date to this restaurant on Valentine's Day after making a reservation ahead of time. They attempted to seat us at a table just inches from other patrons. When we requested more space the hostess became very uncooperative. There were other tables but we were told they were "reserved". I had to remind her I took had "reserved" a table. We were eventually given a bigger table, however the server Ethan was very slow to take our order, after verbally admitting he was "sorry, I forgot about you". I ordered a diet Coke and he informed me they were "out of all diet products". He never checked on us once during the meal and maintained a flippant attitude the entire time. There was, however, a bus staff member who was absolutely excellent (he happened to be Indian) and was SUPER cool. He arranged for us to get a dish not on the menu that was AMAZING. The food was the saving grace, it was delicious. But man, what a hassle the entire experience was. Will not be going back.
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seth
Central Coast14 reviews
4.0
Dined on 13 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
One of the better options in Santa Barbara for Indian food in my opinion. Decent service too.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Disappointing food. The rice did not taste fresh, as if it had been reheated in a microwave and was served Luke warm. The chicken kabobs had little flavor and tasted undercooked.
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nancy
Central Coast134 reviews
2.0
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Need way more comfortable chairs and an upgrade on ambiance but good food and nice to have on the Mesa!
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Louise
Los Angeles5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious masala. Needs a liquor license to be better
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Peter VIP
Seattle5 reviews
3.0
Dined on 14 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
An odd menus for an Indian restaurant. Baron decor
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Carole
Central Coast2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 1 January 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Newly opened but not optimistic. Unattractive decor. Uncomfortable seating. Weird, varied menu that isn’t quite Indian. Seems quite amateur for a second restaurant. Hoped to have a great local go to in the neighborhood but the food was not as good as other Indian delivery in town.
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Sarah
Orange County5 reviews
4.0
Dined on 24 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
A great local place, great food, ressonable prices. will definitely return.
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Masala Spice - Santa Barbara is rated 3.3 stars by 10 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

15 Mar 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 6 times today

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1919 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-1503

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Area
Santa Barbara
Hours of Operation
Daily 16:00–21:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Indian, Sri Lankan
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.masalaspicesb.com/
Phone number
(805) 770-8989

Masala Spice - Santa Barbara

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