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Overall Total Score
4.3 out of 5
Impressive | 2643 reviews

What User likes about Tamira:
The food here is sooo good. Loved it. The Samosas were so fresh and tasty. My vegetarian meal was great and I really liked the rice. We also had garlic Naan bread and it was great. The service here was so friendly and nice. Overall just great. View all feedback. What Melody Om doesn't like about Tamira:
Came in at 8:50pm. They close at 9:30, but close the kitchen at 9:00? I used the restroom immediately after we sat down and when I got back, my partner said he had to order for me because the server said they were closing. I didn't even get a chance to look at the menu! They brought the two mediocre dishes out with one small bowl of rice for us to split. Seriously? I asked for more rice and they ended up charging us... View all feedback.

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4.8 ★ from 11 reviews

Loves the lunch buffet in tamira. service is great! did I mention with the lunch buffet unlimited naan? I enjoy the chili huh and the tika masala!

Best Indian restaurant in the city! I go as often as I can or whenever I eat Indians. I usually go to eat there, would like to taste her lunch.

We stopped here on the way to the coast for lunch and were pleasantly surprised by their lunch buffet. we sat fast and then enjoyed trying.

The food here is sooo good. Loved it. The Samosas were so fresh and tasty. My vegetarian meal was great and I really liked the rice. We also had garlic Naan bre...

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They have an extensive Indian spread. The buffet is always on point, which can be difficult having abalance of of to much where the food gets cold and stale and...

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Nestled in downtown Santa Barbara, Tamira stands out as a beloved Indian restaurant, celebrated for its consistently delicious food and attentive service. Diners rave about the extensive buffet, featuring fresh, flavorful dishes like vegetable samosas, Aloo Gobi, and Chicken Masala, complemented by fragrant garlic naan and homemade chutneys. The warm ambiance, complete with semi-outdoor seating and Bollywood music, enhances the dining experience. Patrons appreciate the reasonable prices, particularly for the lunch buffet, and the owners’ commitment to ensuring customer satisfaction. While some notes of rushed service emerged at closing time, the overall sentiment is one of enthusiasm for this culinary gem.

Yelp
4.5 ★ from 782 reviews
Janet
13.10.2024 - 08:03

Walking by, I normally don't see people eating here. There aren't too many Indian restaurants on State Street and we were happily wanting to try some Indian aro...

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Paul
13.10.2024 - 08:03

Love the lunch buffet at Tamira. Service is great! Did I mention unlimited naan with the lunch buffet? I enjoy the chili chicken and the tika masala!

Lola
13.10.2024 - 08:03

Best Indian restaurant in town! I go there as often as I can or whenever I crave Indian food. I usually go there for dinner, would love to try their lunch one d...

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Marjan
13.10.2024 - 08:03

Very fresh and tasty food. I'm always picky with buffet style but this place is really excellent.

Stephanie
13.10.2024 - 08:03

For the quality of the food, flavors, ingredients and the price for the lunch buffet, I just can't give them less than 5 stars. Best value for lunch in Santa Ba...

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Sirved
4.3 ★ from 813 reviews
Zan
20.07.2023 - 13:04

Excellent food and service! The service was exceptional and the flavors were well-crafted and fresh. I would highly recommend Tamira to everyone.

David
20.07.2023 - 13:04

I highly recommend this Indian restaurant. They offer a reasonably priced lunch buffet and the staff is friendly. If you enjoy Indian cuisine, you will not be d...

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Janette
20.07.2023 - 13:04

I often eat my main meal of the day at lunch time between 12-2 p.m. I look for Fresh food from Salads to Meats. So Tamira is one of my favorite places to enjoy...

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Melody
20.07.2023 - 13:04

Came in at 8:50pm. They close at 9:30, but close the kitchen at 9:00? I used the restroom immediately after we sat down and when I got back, my partner said he...

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Lan
20.07.2023 - 13:04

This is a good spot for lunch. I came here for a meal while on jury duty. The food is not overcooked and is not left sitting out for hours. I appreciate the sel...

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