Industrial Eats - Menu

Got two recommendations for IEats and checked out their Yelp for ideas. Wow, so many mixed reviews. Some love, many do not. The place had a cool rustic, very op... read more Got two recommendations for IEats and checked out their Yelp for ideas. Wow, so many mixed reviews. Some love, many do not. The place had a cool rustic, very open space. Two XL communal high tops seat a dozen. 3 or 4 smaller low boys. We lunched on a Monday, busy but not packed, good energy. We ordered a Banh mi to share. $17. it took a while to get, but looks like pork cutlet is fresh to order. Sammy looked incredible: well charred bread/roll, piled high with veg, good size portion. My first bite was nice, fresh mint popping through the slaw and shredded carrot. The pork was tasting a bit bland. I flipped it over to see if more flavor would register, it did. Some sauce, maybe spiced mayo, Hoisin. It was slightly underdressed for me but not sloppy, refined. Later bites some sauce was coming on strong, improving. Enjoyable to the last Last bite, but not great. Very Good. Saw a pizza in the oven and it looked very small 9-10 . Great looking options for toppings though. Service at the counter was friendly, plenty of staff dropping plates, napkins& flatware. Another asking my needs at the condiment station. The beer fridge caught my eye with a Chimay Blue but didn't see much local stuff. Diverse. I did see a couple of Goleta beers from down the road, so there was some representation. There were some political mementos and signs I didn't appreciate. It makes me think twice about supporting a place. I would say pretty good all around, glad we came in. Worth the visit but not sure Id come back.

I (we) have enjoyed IE for many years and on our frequent visits to Paso, IE is a must first stop! The menu is always over the top coupled with such deliciousne... read more I (we) have enjoyed IE for many years and on our frequent visits to Paso, IE is a must first stop! The menu is always over the top coupled with such deliciousness, we are often conflicted on what to try. This last time I did try the Trust Us bc I couldn 't make up my mind. It did not disappoint! The owner, Janet, is always around to give suggestions and I have asked her many times what she recommends as the plates are seasonal and sometimes new to the menu. The atmosphere is fun and if you sit at communal table, you are sure to engage a nice conversation with fellow diners who appreciate this wonderful dining experience!