Kyoto Japanese Restaurant

Japanese & Sushi in Santa Barbara, California

4.2 (494)

CategoryJapanese & Sushi Β· Asian restaurant, Restaurant, Japanese restaurant
Address3232 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
AreaSanta Barbara, California
Phone(805) 687-1252
Google rating 4.2 (494)

Hours

Monday11:30 am–2 pm
Tuesday11:30 am–2 pm
Wednesday11:30 am–2 pm
Thursday11:30 am–2 pm
Friday11:30 am–2 pm
Saturday12–2:30 pm
Sunday5–9:30 pm

About Kyoto Japanese Restaurant

Kyoto Japanese Restaurant is a japanese in Santa Barbara, California. It is listed at 3232 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, which places it among the local businesses of Santa Barbara that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Google also lists it under asian restaurant, restaurant, japanese restaurant, which is worth knowing if you are comparing several options in the area.

Portion sizes and pricing swing widely across this group, from a $10 lunch bowl to a multi-course tasting menu at an upscale sushi counter, so checking recent reviews and photos is more useful than the price range alone. In Santa Barbara, dinner reservations for popular izakaya, hot pot and Korean BBQ spots fill up on Friday and Saturday nights, so booking ahead or arriving at opening is worth it. Many restaurants across California run daily lunch specials on weekdays that are not listed on the dinner menu, so it is worth asking. Halal, vegetarian and gluten-free options vary a lot by kitchen; call ahead if you have a dietary restriction rather than assuming the menu will note it.

Hours are published for 7 days a week. The most common schedule is 11:30 am–2 pm. Hours in the United States do change around federal holidays and long weekends, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. You can reach Kyoto Japanese Restaurant at (805) 687-1252; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, kyotosb.com.

With 4.2 out of 5 on Google from 494 reviews, it sits in the middle of the range for japanese & sushi in Santa Barbara. Recent reviews are the best guide.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Bart Preneel a month ago

Great value for money. Original Japanese food. Fast service.

Timithy Singletary 2 months ago

The young staff are amazing and attentive but there food is not at all what I was expecting and honestly was highly under seasoned

θ˜‡θ»’θ±Julia Su 4 months ago

For the record, I’m coming from Asia and have been to Kyoto, Osaka, and Tokyoβ€”all known for amazing food in Japanβ€”yet this is the BEST Japanese restaurant I’ve been to in my life! Let’s start with the service: the waiters are all very friendly and accommodating. The interior is cute and has a nice Japanese style. The restroom is clean, well-kept, and even smells good. Now for the most important part, the food. We ordered the Kyoto combination boat (~60 USD). It’s huge, and everything is gooood, definitely worth the money lol. The sashimi tastes fresh, and the sesame chicken and beef teriyaki are great as well. (teriyaki sauce is a bit heavy but good with rice) The tempura is super impressiveβ€”the batter is light and not too thick, just gently coating the shrimp and vegetables. The tempura sauce is also really good. I normally don’t like tempura sauce, but I LOVE this one. There are also some boiled vegetables on the side, which help balance things out. The California roll is okay. The miso soup is above average, and they also include salad and rice. The salad dressing and veggies are good too. Overall, for this price, quality, and portion size, I’m super satisfied. Will definitel

REDESIGN ARCHITECTURAL STUDIOS 7 months ago

Am afternoon out with the wife at Kyoto Japanese Restaurant in Santa Barbara. Kyoto offers a visually stunning and delicious sushi experience. A standout dish is their specialty roll, featuring fresh tuna and crisp toppings, which perfectly balances textures and flavors. A Feast for the Senses The meal begins with an impressive presentation of rolls, often garnished with fresh wasabi and pickled ginger. The freshness of the fish, particularly the tuna and yellowtail, is a highlight of the dining experience.

Naomi C 9 months ago

Great, authentic Japanese spot with a grand menu variety of dishes! Our first time was so great we decided to make reservations for a birthday later on and also had a great experience then as well. Love the variety of dishes, which makes it a great place to try new rolls in the future! Amazing and friendly staff and management.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kyoto Japanese Restaurant located?

Kyoto Japanese Restaurant is at 3232 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, in Santa Barbara, California. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Kyoto Japanese Restaurant?

Kyoto Japanese Restaurant is listed as a japanese and is also tagged on Google as asian restaurant, restaurant, japanese restaurant.

What are the hours of Kyoto Japanese Restaurant?

Published hours are Monday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Tuesday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Wednesday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Thursday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Friday: 11:30 am–2 pm; Saturday: 12–2:30 pm; Sunday: 5–9:30 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Kyoto Japanese Restaurant open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 5–9:30 pm.

What is the phone number of Kyoto Japanese Restaurant?

You can call Kyoto Japanese Restaurant at (805) 687-1252.

How is Kyoto Japanese Restaurant rated on Google?

Kyoto Japanese Restaurant has a Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 494 reviews.

Does Kyoto Japanese Restaurant have a website?

Yes, the website of Kyoto Japanese Restaurant is kyotosb.com (linked on this page).

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