First of all let me say what a gem of a place! When you first walk in there is the cutest little shop with clothes, incense, statues and a very nice employee. Walk back to the buffet and there is a vegan/vegetarian spread with all kinda of options. The lady at the register is a bit protective of the buffet and how you serve yourself so beware. Lol, she wasn't rude, but takes the buffet seriously. The garden is very nice, I am concerned for the peacocks as they seem a bit cramped. I hope they let them out when the restaurant is closed. I think this place is perfect for doing shrooms, but they have strict rules about intoxicants probably because it is a religious venue.i adored it.

My husband and I love Govindas, especially for their vegan menu W/Th/Fri. Their salad bar alone is great with plenty of toppings and delicious dressings. It's very difficult not to keep eating because it is so tasty and wholesome. They do not overuse salt or sugar. Come with an appetite because you will want to try a bit of everything. Their desserts are great too, both the cakes (extra cost) in the fridge and the apricot bread usually served with meals. The vibe is really pleasant as you enter through their little store and head into the restaurant to pay in advance. There is plenty of outdoor seating but also a smaller indoor area with a fountain/statues/crystals if you would rather be inside. Make sure to visit the birds in the back. Based on family experience, you probably won't find much to eat if you avoid gluten or tomato-based food.

Very fresh and tasty, I enjoyed the fresh lime juice and mango cake. You must try this incredible place, sit outside, and relax under an umbrella. Great gift store with lots of items worth looking at.

This place is delicious; fresh food fresh veggies and fantastic choices! The place is quaint and has a very homely feel. The service is the usual at a buffet. They have a koi pond and many birds in cages for display.

WHAT A FIND. First night in Tucson and I found Govinda's. We got there a little after 5, which is when dinner service starts, and it immediately started filling up. The complex is gated and there are several different buildings. The entrance to the buffet is clearly marked and there is outdoor seating. Inside it's a little tight but everyone is super nice, polite, and accommodating when negotiating the dining room and the buffet. Note to newbies: if you are new, you walk in the door and past a gift shop, then into the buffet area. It seems natural to just take a tray, plate, plastic utensils, etc. because it's right there when you walk in - but you actually have to pass that station and go to the register to pay first. We had several questions for the young woman working the register and after a couple of them she said, "Oh? You've never been here before?" and apologized profusely before giving us the lowdown on how to chow down. Once you pay, you get your tray and plate (and/or bowl), utensils, breads, and tea (if you want it - it costs extra) in the same area, then turn around and have at the buffet. The water they offer is reverse osmosis water and it's in a little alcove behind the buffet. This is also near the compost/recycling station where you return your tray after eating. If you want more food, you must get a new plate before returning to the line. A watchful attendant came to check on the food and restock what was low as we picked out our dinner dishes. This is an unbeatable deal for vegetarians (and I read they also have a vegan night). It was less than $30 for two people with tip! By the time we finished it was dark but we walked toward the aviary and the koi pond anyway. We didn't want to disturb the birds that were roosting and it was too dark to see the koi so we vowed to come back for lunch - and I can't wait! Next to the koi pond we stopped to admire the Ganesha and make a donation. Of course, this is also a temple, and as we were walking outside we received a smile and a wave from a man looking out of the window of a room with an altar inside. The grounds are beautiful and everything is well maintained, including the parking lot. I can't recommend this place enough! The food was delicious, the bread with a smear of Smart Balance was yummy, and I feel so good eating vegetarian, especially after a self-indulgent holiday season. Please give them a try!

Another lunch with the foodies and I was very impressed with the food and service! Just in case you're looking, they are going to be open on Thanksgiving day and serving a vegan Thanksgiving dinner! Everything appeared very clean and it's a nicely decorated restaurant !

If someone hadn't told me about Govindas I never would have known it was there. Came here for a Birthday lunch with a friend and we had a great time. I'm not a vegetarian, but I appreciated the many different options Govindas offers. We did the lunch buffet and got the samosas, which was HUGE! Even though it's a buffet I felt pretty full after one plate and left feeling satisfied and healthy, not something you can say about most buffets.

This is probably my all-time favorite restaurant. As you can see from the photo, I pig out every time I come here without harming any pigs since everything is vegan. This time I went, they had these fun vegan donuts. I have never had a donut there before so it was super fun. I love buffets. Because I'm pretty gluttonous. I like to choose my food myself. The salads here are the freshest of any salads I've ever tried. The sprouts are to die for. I always fill up my salad with a whole bunch of bean sprouts. They give a perfect crunch. The curries are delicious. I love the dal soup as well. I like that there's also something sweet to eat. So I can always eat dessert at the end which finishes off the meal perfectly. There are a couple of different salad dressings. I usually dress my salad with half of each because I love both flavors. Also, I don't know of any places that serve such bountiful fruit. I fill up a bowl with some of the freshest fruits, including papaya, mango, grapes, really, whatever is in season. Blueberries. Strawberries. There is another version of the fruit salad, that includes something creamy. So you can choose your fruit in either of two ways. Again, I'm gluttonous. So I fill up half my bowl with each type of fruit salad. I could eat here every day of the week. Easy. And you can't beat the prices either. For vegans, vegetarians, lovers of Indian, and curries, this is your place. You can never go wrong. The food is consistently fresh and good.

Always a great experience at Govinda's. We love going on their vegan days because ...well we can eat everything. The salad bar is super fresh and the other entrees and bread are also tasty. We went for the Christmas feast which was excellent. There are also extra options outside of the buffet---like mango lassi, samosa, cakes, and drinks. Check out their menu published on their website. We like flavor, but tend to prefer less salty dishes. If you like generously seasoned food, this may not be to your taste. There is plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. If you are vegetarian, vegan, or just like veggies, this is definitely a place to try.