Bibi Ji
734 State St. Ste. B, Santa Barbara, USA
$$ ・ Indian,Contemporary
MICHELIN Guide's Point Of View
With their name emblazoned in pink, this trendy Indian from co-owners Alejandro Medina and noted sommelier Rajat Parr makes quite the splash. Inside, the space is small but well appointed, with vaulted ceilings and chandeliers; the patio outside is a verdant, summertime delight. Harnessing the best of land and sea, these dishes are born for sharing. Behold such inventive bites as crispy cauliflower tossed with chili-garlic sauce and finished with sesame. Barra kebab highlights intensely spiced tandoor lamb chops with mint chutney; while vegetables like baingan bharta (eggplant with ginger) are a heady treat. The cooking is strong and flavors well executed. No wonder, dessert is an afterthought.A list of natural wines merely augments the focused carte.
Facilities & Services
- Air conditioning
- Interesting wine list
- Restaurant offering vegetarian menus
- Terrace
Credit cards accepted
