Yoshinoya — Restaurant in Isla Vista

This Yoshinoya at its best makes great food. Unfortunately, the food is usually not at its best.

Oftentimes the meat is tough and stringy. They rely heavily on their sauces the make up the flavor. The vegetables, especially the cabbage, are often old and discolored. I wish I could say I was surprised when they served me the sorry-looking vegetables in this picture.

To be fair to this Yoshinoya, this photo shows a worse than usual result. But it is telling that they serve food with this level of visual quality without comment. It makes me wonder how quality is being overlooked in other parts of their ingredient supply and execution.

3 stars - because it will get you fed, and is one of a limited number of options in this part of UCSB's campus. But I don't advise seeking it out unless you're already on the northeast...

The older Asian lady here is so nice. I come here just to say hi. The food is what you expect from any Yoshinoya operated properly. If you don't mind the thinly sliced beef, I absolutely love their beef bowls. Large beef, no juice, extra grilled onions is...

Best fast dining on campus, Multiple options for toppings on noodle or white or brown rice with steamed vegetables. Nice lady has run it...