Experts' Choice Award Sama Sama Kitchen
What the experts agree on
Downtown Indonesian-fusion spot with vibrant, locally-sourced dishes meant for sharing. Bright modern space that punches above its price point—exactly what Santa Barbara needed beyond burritos.
“The menu was inspired both by the owner's travels in Indonesia and the local bounty of Santa Barbara. Produce is seasonal from surrounding farms.”
– Afar Magazine
Gayot12.0
"Indonesian fare with a local twist in downtown Santa Barbara." Full review
The Infatuation8.2
"This bright, modern restaurant downtown is serving the kind of Indonesian-fusion you might not expect to find in a town that believes burritos are meant to be eaten for all three meals of the day" Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"This eatery in the heart of downtown is not only good fun but also good for the wallet" Full review
Time Out "With a vibrant and spicy menu peppered with ingredients from local farms, you'll be wanting one of everything...this is a great spot for sharing" Full review
Afar Magazine "Growing up in Indonesia, chef Ryan Simorangkir says he only craved kid’s food. But as an adult, he fell in love with the local street food of his home country and began to cook from..." Full review
