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Govinda's Natural Foods Buffet
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Vegetarian
Vegan-friendly
Lacto
American
Indian
International
Buffet
Salad bar
Take-out
Bakery
Catering
Vegetarian and vegan buffet and mostly organic salad bar, operating since 1992. In addition to fresh baked breads you will find a varied range of dishes like pasta, spinach filo, tamale pie, lasagna, and more. Cozy interior plus patio. Thursday is all vegan night. Sunday brunch service. Wed-Fri everything is vegan. Open Tue-Sat 5:00pm-8:00pm, Wed-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, Sun 11:00am-2:30pm.
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48 Reviews
First Review by maynard7
DanimalPanda
Points +478
amazing (in contrast only) - Edit
As far as the rest of Tucson, and the world goes, this place is pretty freaking awesome. The food is great, the prices are more than fair, and the setting is comfortable.
Read moreThe seating area inside is rather small, but you can sit outside if the weather is right.
I am 100% vegetable fueled, and I had to ask about a few things, because the labels don't really tell you much... which is frustrating for the ones like me, which society calls "vegan"
I consider vegetarian to mean VEGETABLE POWERED! But here you have to really ask because the labels don't dictate about eggs, and you have to read and make sure the sign states dairy free or wheat free.
I would prefer a little more isolation between the use of animal(lacto) and vegetable food. I feel its a little tainted because they are so close and having to read labels to discern.
Pros: fair prices, soul filling
Cons: not clearly labeled vegetarian(vegan), no vegan desserts
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HyperVegan
Points +53
The Ultimate Food - Edit
I know of nowhere else I can find food which so closely matches my personal diet, which is best summarized as sattvic vegan food. AND, it's a BUFFET of it!! It's nearly April 2024 and I have not missed a week since learning about it in October 2023, and sometimes come twice a week even though it's a 45 minute drive from my home. It is absolutely incredible and I haven't met anyone who's went and not enjoyed it.
Read moreThe employees/monks are very friendly and there's even vegan desserts like mango cake for an additional cost. Seriously, if you're looking for somewhere to go and Govinda's is open, I doubt you'll be disappointed. The salad bar is large and the choices of entrees is impressive. Do keep in mind that they take the closing hours seriously, so at 14:30 or 20:00 the food will be taken away.
Pros: Vegan, Sattvic, Buffet
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TomDewey
Points +18
Closed - Edit
Drove all the way over to find a sign in the parking lot that they are closed. Waste of time. Eff this place.
Read morePros: None
Cons: Closed without notice.
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chollarose
Points +57
Vegan Comfort Food - Edit
I have been going to Govindas since I was a kid and it’s my go to place for comfort food. I always feel better after eating here and love the flavors and large portions. Also the vegan cake is amazing 🤩
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JennyFasihi
Points +26
I love Govindas - Edit
Buffet style dining, very nice food very healthy, and nice people. Lovely restaurant with Koi, pond and birds, nice music, and incense.
Read morePros: They have certain nights that are only vegan, Beautiful place with nice music and incense scent
Cons: I wish they stayed open later, They close at 8 PM, If you come late, less food
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VeganAZ
Points +322
Okay - Not great; Cannot find out ingredients - even with food allergies - Edit
I am very allergic to any kind of yeast. They could not tell me what ingredients were used in the foods. There was little to know effort to find out. One of the people I spoke with even got a bit defensive and hostile about being asked.
Read moreI went there because my friend very much wanted to go. I figured I could mostly figure out which options might be unlikely to be an issue for me and ate those options. There were soups, a curry and beans. Salad dressings ingredients were listed. That part was clear.
Even my friend who ate there with me agreed that the food was okay, but definitely not great. She said she won't be wanting to go there again. I feel the same way, especially after not being able to find out about the food in order to address allergy concerns.
Pros: Completely Vegetarian
Cons: Staff unable to address food allergy concerns, Some of the staff were hostile and defensive, Not very flavorful
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ervillarreal
Points +31
Excelente lugar - Edit
Delicioso y el area al aire libre super relajado. 👌🏽
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AtishBong
Points +134
Delicious Indian food - Edit
Several vegan options were there in the buffet dinner. The food was delicious and I am going back again to this place for the vegan Wednesday-Friday buffet lunch (might do the dinner as well). The food was as close to authentic home made as it could get. I also had the vegan lemon cake for dessert and it was good too.
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JakeFuller
Points +1276
Awesome Buffet - Edit
Prasadam buffet with so many healthy options. It was all very fresh and delicious. My first time here, and I can almost guarantee this is one of the only places I’ll eat in Tucson.
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truthchangeandlove
Points +33
Better than ever! - Edit
I hadn’t gone to Govindas in a while (since before the fire). Back then I thought it was good, but not one of my top places. However, my last experience really changed that. I feel like they really improved and now it’s one of the best. I love that they don’t seem to use much if any oil. That very important to us vegans who follow the health side of things too. They even had a dressing marked SOS free. They do a good job labeling allergens and are fully vegan 3 days a week. Staff was pleasant even though we had a crazy day and came in a bit late, but they allowed us plenty of time with fresh food up to the end of the evening.
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smdice
Points +288
Vegetarian & almost fully vegan buffet - Edit
This is an amazing spot if you like delicious home cooked vegan meals. This place was so beautiful & very welcoming. Great service & even better food. So glad we stopped here at the end of our trip! Will definitely be back if we are ever in Tucson again. The Koi pond & birds were a wonderful plus!!! So cute & fun!
Read morePros: Almost fully vegan, Unlimited food for one price , Delicious homemade food
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CatJM
Points +200
Love! - Edit
All the food here is amazing!
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LucienSea
Points +255
Great and plentiful options - Edit
Delicious brunches and Indian nights! Sit on the patio with shade and fountain. Check the daily calender to see what the day's meal will be, many are fully vegan, others will always have vegan options
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2021-06-26
Pros: Serene gardens with koi and birds
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360onya
Points +64
Great food great price - Edit
Really enjoyed getting takeout from here
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SirSully13
Points +125
Wednesday Buffet - Edit
We went on Wednesday for the vegan buffet, it was all very good, but nothing really stood out.
Read moreThe samosas are MASSIVE. Get 1, and even consider sharing!
It was our first time here and the method wasn't explained to us, but we also didn't ask how it worked.
It is a buffet, but samosas cost extra. If you need a go box, they are 50 cents, not a problem, but I went through checkout 3 times!
Pros: Location
Cons: A la carte items
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WildlifeLover
Points +15
Great options - Edit
There are several food options throughout the week that are vegetarian and vegan, but on Fridays it is 100% vegan. There is a little shop you walk through with indoor and outdoor seating. I love the little pond with fish and turtles, also the colorful birds (peacocks too)!
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peachyvegan
Points +445
Can’t Go Wrong! - Edit
Great food at an even better price! Plus they have days dedicated to 100% Vegan food (just check the website). We visited when their COVID protocol was in place and we felt very safe and comfortable eating here. Plus there is a BEAUTIFUL patio to dine on.
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EDmolishED
Points +30
Vegan Oasis - Edit
I enjoyed the quality and care of the food. The food was definitely made with love & compassion. Many vegan options. Very welcoming environment. Overall I had a heart warming & pleasant dining experience.
Read morePros: Many vegan options , Relatively affordable , Cooked with love & compassion
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seijirasta
Points +120
nice food - Edit
食べ放題なのが良い！カレーも美味しい！
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beegeddie
Points +16
Nothing not to like. - Edit
I'm a snowbird in Tucson in the winters. I've been going to Govinda's for many years. For me, the greatest attribute of their food is that it is clean, and by that I mean they use organic stuff, good oils, minimal sugar and they give the ingredients in each dish. Being a buffet, some days I like the selection of dishes better than others, but there is always plenty for me to eat. The location is great and the atmosphere is excellent, quiet, relaxed, comfortable. There is a very good vibe in the space.
Read moreAll in all, I can't ask for anything more.
Pros: healthy, nontoxic, tasty food
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ThomRobertson
Points +22
One of my favorites - Edit
Delicious vegan buffet, great atmosphere
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AaronMG
Points +2295
All you can eat - Edit
Very affordable very delicious. I really enjoyed the curries and chutneys they had on the day I went!
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aliciarobb
Points +203
Delicious Buffet - Edit
I went on Wednesday for vegan night (wed and thur are vegan only) and it was delicious. They had somosas and a wide variety of dinner items. I filled my plate and then some and it was all delicious. Went home with vegan carrot cake and peanut butter fudge. Haven't tried the carrot cake yet, but the peanut butter fudge was awesome. Can't wait to go back!
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rbveg2018
Points +28
Vegetarian/Vegan Buffet - Edit
I’ve been dining at Govinda’s since the mid 1990’s. The food is consistently good and the staff at the temple are very kind and thoughtful. Tuesday’s “Indian night” has become my daughter’s favorite night to dine there with me, but we have also enjoyed either of the “Vegan” days, which fall on Wednesday and Thursday. Lunch and dinner are very reasonably priced and there are plenty of beverage options. Seating is either in the temple, dining area, or on the patio. Discount pricing is available for seniors, students, and children. In addition to taking advantage of the full buffet, there is also a reduced price option for those who just want soup and/or salad. The cuisine is predominantly Indian in nature. The Thanksgiving Buffet is exceptionally good and eagerly attended by many people.
Read morePros: Vegetarian and vegan options 7 days/week. , Menu offerings change daily., Food is consistently good.
Cons: Steam line doesn’t alway keep food hot.
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xtalline
Points +91
Lovely meal, lovely patio seating - Edit
We went on a fully vegan day (currently Wednesdays and Thursdays as of February 2019). We really enjoyed the buffet. I had a giant salad with tasty dressing and several Indian dishes. Felt like a very nourishing meal. And we enjoyed it on the lovely patio.
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Mandomedia
Points +40
Love Vegan Days Here - Edit
Wednesday and Thursday are Vegan Days at Govinda's. Lovely buffet of Indian food. Fresh salad bar, lots of entree choices, delicious beans and rice. All you care to eat buffet. Fantastic samosas (best in town!)
Read morePros: Vegan Days 2x week, Delicious food, Very reasonably priced
Cons: Wish it were Vegan Day more often
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wendo
Points +72
Delicious Vegan buffet lunch - Edit
Good variety including salad bar, soups, dessert and breads!
Read morePros: Vegan buffet!, Reasonably Priced, Outdoor seating
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