Bibi Ji
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian
10Best Says
Billing itself as "unauthentic Indian," Bibi Ji is home to some of the brightest flavors in Santa Barbara. Helmed by chef Jessi Singh, known for his Babu Ji restaurants in San Francisco and New York,... Read More
Billing itself as "unauthentic Indian," Bibi Ji is home to some of the brightest flavors in Santa Barbara. Helmed by chef Jessi Singh, known for his Babu Ji restaurants in San Francisco and New York, and opened in collaboration with celebrated sommelier and winemaker Rajat Parr, this restaurant and bottle shop is a hip destination for hungry people. Menu items change with the season. Most ingredients are bought fresh at the local farmers market or brought in by local farmers and fisherman. Start with the chutney platter, definitely try the uni biryani if it's available and leave the rest to fate when you try the chef's menu. Open for lunch and dinner, walking distance from almost everything downtown.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Geneva Ives
Santa Barbara Local Expert
- Downtown Santa Barbara's Best Restaurants, New and Popular Restaurants: "Bibi Ji isn't just a food destination. It's also a bottle shop. Stop in and grab a bottle of beer or wine to parch your thirst."
- Best for Downtown Santa Barbara's Best Restaurants Because: Bibi Ji is the bright new flavor star in town and lives up to the hype - with a friendly staff and great location too!
- Best for New and Popular Restaurants Because: Indulge in an entirely new flavor experience in Santa Barbara. Prepare for a meal that's sweet, savory, spicy and salty all at once.
