Restaurants in Goleta

“Probably one of the best if not THE best sushi I’ve ever eaten! My first time, and now I’m a lifelong customer!”

“Not a super big fan of beer so didn’t have many choices. However, I have many friends who enjoy the drinks here. I tried the Michelada and it was NOT good. They do have a great Mexican food truck that we love! They have vegan options which is a plus! Monday trivia is really fun!”

“Great service and reasonable prices. The food was fantastic!!”

“This place is a hidden gem (across the street from Nikka Ramen and TJs) for excellent Indian food.

The lunch buffet on Sunday is amazing even with a dosa station. They even have their signature Sri Lankan fish curry as part of today’s buffet that’s worth our 50+ mile each way drive from Camarillo.

The place is clean and nicely decorated too!”

“The food was pretty good. I had the Poke Theory bowl. It had good flavor and the bowls are about the right size for the price. The only issue I had was that the food had a lot of water in the bowl and so I felt it washed away some of the flavor. I also had the Galaxy Lemonade. It was really good and worth the try. Parking is limited. The seating is sort of small and only 5-7 tables in side. The owners are friendly and nice.”

“Love this place, the staff is nice, so well as all of the regulars, as this is a locals spot. The food and drinks are great as well.”

“Timbers Roadhouse is my go to in Goleta. I do love a Captain Fatty.”

“We love Jane, but I was surprised that the $4 side salad had nothing on it. It was just lettuce with dressing. For a small $4 side salad I anticipated something on it, maybe a tomato or a few carrot slices, anything really!”

“Rustys is amazing many ucsb students will be delighted to try a local staple of pizza, I was born and raised on Rustys and it by far my favorite to eat in Santa Barbara very unique pizza like no where else I’ve tried anywhere both thick and thin are amazing”

“Vegetarian options: It’s cookies ? so they aren’t going to put meat in them

Parking: There is plenty of parking

Wheelchair accessibility: It’s wheelchair accessible by putting the cash register near the floor so people can reach it also they can see the cookies from their chair also the door doesn’t have a step”

“We have we our company holiday lunch the attention was excellent as the service all the staff is super friendly el señor the Manager Marciano is awesome 👏 Felipe as well I highly recommended this place and the food and drinks just awesome 👏👏👏👏was a great time”

“Excellent service, extremely tasty food, great atmosphere and unique flavors! Definitely will be returning. Wide variety of beer selections with a clear understandable menu. I normally don’t drink beer ever, but the waitress recommended the blood orange to me and it was fabulous and shockingly tasty. Very impressed with my experience here.”

“We had an excellent meal of sushi here at Sushi Teri. I was very impressed with the speed of the service. We had a reservation for 6:30 and we were basically done eating by 7:30. Everything was really delicious. Our server was friendly and very helpful at accommodating my son's food preferences. My favorite sushi roll was the Girl's Night Out.”

“Great tugged away location with very nice ambience. Drinks/Cocktails were awesome - we tried a couple of appetizers as well and good quality is fresh and delicious.”

“this chillis location is super good and it’s just wings is honestly the only ghost kitchen that I will ever support. They offer extremely good prices for some decent wings. I’m mean they’re not the best but like at that price that’s the best you’re gonna get. The sauce is also amazing”

“Great food! Great atmosphere!”

“Wingstop is my go to for lunch. The Goleta location is the only one I go to because the Buellton and downtown one have given me some questionable wings. The staff is also very friendly!”

“We love this place! Food is great”

“We were celebrating our anniversary and wanted to stay on property so chose The Bistro. From start to finish, everything about our experience was absolutely incredible. The service was warm and attentive, the ambiance was just right, and every dish was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. We had the seabass and beet salad, both of which were perfectly executed. The chef and team ensure you have a wonderful experience with delicious food and impeccable service. Whether a special occasion or a just looking for a great meal, go to The Bistro, you won't be disappointed.”

“I didn't think Zodo's could get much better! After the Bowlero remodel I change my mind though.. you can totally lose track of time here, especially in the newer arcade?

Parking: Shared parking lot, with plenty of parking.

Kid-friendliness: The arcade has been upgraded to the best it's ever been!

Wheelchair accessibility: Handicap parking available.”

“Great people..nice beer 🍺”

“Tried this for the first time and it was great! I got the three piece chicken, my husband got the six piece pork. We shared the yummy potato salad. It was quick, simple and delicious. We’ll be back!”

“I can't even say I have a favorite. It's all good. When you bring home a warm loaf, all is well with the world.”

“10 de 10, me encanta el pan y el servicio, Lore es la mejor”

“Vuena comida y vuena vevidas y lovueno ke los trabajadores humilde mi raza al 💯🍾🇲🇽”

“Great food didn’t expect to get such good food out here, I’m from Los Angeles doing a show out here and was hesitant to eat here but it was the best decision ever.”

“I haven't tried all her menu yet, but have had everything i highlighted, and it's always absolutely delicious! I know she always pours her all into everything she bakes, so I'm positive the rest of her menu is just as amazing!”

“Bachelorette weekend for my daughter and her bridesmaids- Tristan at Samsara made the wine tasting and tour an excellent experience for them. It was the highlight of their weekend! Thank you for the personal touches! :)”

“One of my favorite places to eat fried food, made in the moment with delicious options.
Love the classic burger and the chicken wings with spiced honey. Yummy!!!!”

“Very interesting addition to the local area, not expecting Creole food in California, but welcome nonetheless! The Seafood Gumbo was full of catfish chunks, bay scallops, and a couple shrimp. It came out steaming hot and stayed that way the whole time I ate it. The cornbread was also moist and a welcome addition. They are also a breakfast place with plenty of traditional options available. Great place to get your fix without having to head to Louisiana.”

“Been in Goleta for a long time. Great place for breakfast. Servers are fun and friendly.”

“Your local quality Beer Hall 5 stars!”

“We love Green Star Coffee! Great coffee, fun service, and I love the Peanuts style psychiatry stand (Covid shield) at the door. Thank you for offering fresh roasted, organic coffee.”

“Day trip to Goleta for Disc Golf and hiking at Gaviota, landed us here for food afterward. Unfortunately, missed breakfast but got pizza and salad. The food was very good, but not great. We heard breakfast is what people come here for, so why not breakfast all day? Anyway, still highly recommended. We’ll be back another time for breakfast.”

“Despite my last not so great visit in March I stopped in with some friends to give it another try. Food was fresh and delicious, service was fantastic. Happy surprise after the horrible service in March! Thank you!”

“Tried Black bean enchiladas and it was good! Ambience of the place is good especially when you sit outside.

Vegetarian options: Lot of veg and vegan options on the menu.”

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?”

“Great experience with both the Milpas location and the truck!! 100% every time! Best burritos in town, hands down!”

“Exceptional great service, great was fresh , hot ,and tasty . And although it is outside seating it is still is very clean. I'm writing this as I eat since it exceeded other locations I've been to. I'm very pleased with this one. Also we are a group of 7 adults and 1 child, we recieved our food in a timely manner! 🫶🏼”

“Everybody loves a raspberry filled donut, when it’s the real thing inside! Anna’s Bakery is the place to get the real thing.”

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?”

“As a member of The Art The Art Farmers band, I wanted to thank you for having us play music on your outdoor stage. The beer, food and live music make for a great Sunday afternoon. The audience was really good too… I think we will be getting new fans in the SB area.”

“This place has been our go-to for poke for the last five years, and we've never had anything less than perfect food quality. It's a family-owned business that we respect greatly. We've always been treated respectfully and felt welcomed every time.”

“Such a chill place to get coffee (best in town) and work. Amazing food and even more amazing people ❤️”

“it's a little hole in the wall shop that makes amazing bagel sandwiches. Love stopping here for a bite when in IV.”

“A mí me gusta que me traten bien cuando voy a comprar algún lugar y en este lugar siempre lo hacen es algo por lo cual yo vuelvo, y la comida pues me encanta todo muy Rico”

“good portions in the tacos. very tasty and fast service. the line seems overwhelming at first but moves fast. Will definitely be back, when in the area.”

“Husband had the Rajas burrito & I had the tuna melt. Both were delicious! The service was friendly & fast & shared an apple maple scone—best ever! We will definitely be back on our next trip.”

“I took my granddaughter. I'm not used to high priced preppie food.

Parking: Very small parking spaces. Not everyone owns those "ultra smart" Smart cars!!!! No one owns them because they died from their own car crash.”

“I had the green tea ice cream and it was awesome! :)”

“Iced, oat milk matcha is delicious! And the goats on Date sourdough toast hits the spot! Sweet and savory with just the right about of kick.”

“Hi thank you so much so much”

“Wonderful and delicious! We came by earlier today, I had Huevos Rancheros with Asada for the first time ever and my partner had Chilaquiles. It was totally tastyyyy! (They did accidentally pit my Asada on his plate instead tho lol its ok). Glad I got to experience it on my visit, thanks so much for having us.”

“Great atmosphere, feels like a retro but trendy place. Coffee is amazing, matcha latte is great, just add a little bit of sugar. The service is too kind. Definitely coming back. 5/5.”

“Clean and fresh. Soup tastes delicious ❤️❤️❤️”

“Buen servicio al cliente, y muy rápido”

“This is slways a go to place when I am working in town. They always have a daily specialon sub sandwiches. They are always made from order and the ingredients taste just as fresh. Small place but well worth the cost of the sandwiches. I need to try a burger, but love the made to order sub Sandwiches.”

“best mexican buffet i been to.”

“Exquisito y excelente”

“This is the absolute best place for Mexican food in Goleta. I have been coming here my entire life. The food is simple and delicious. It’s family owned and operated and they’re so so kind. If you want a good quick meal at a great price with excellent people, come to De Valle.

Vegetarian options: You can ask for anything without meat, very flexible.”

“Excelente servicio el manager Rodrigo te hace sentir en casa 🏠 Jesse y Brenda me recomendaron la margarita de mango deliciosa 😋 💯 recomendado 🏆🎗️”

“I love crushcakes and come every week for lunch. The cafe food is delicious, and somehow tastes even better than you expect. Always get a freshly baked cupcake or baked good. Service is friendly, and they do a great job at retaining workers so you get to know the staff. One star taken off because the place needs a major remodel.”

“Good food. Good service. Authentic. Kind. Gracious.”

“Great coffee and a fun venue.”

“Drinks are great! The boba is garbage: it ain’t chewy enough, it’s nearly flavoreless, and it feels like you’re swallowing/drinking jelly. These black balls ain’t it and believe me I’ve had my fairshare of black balls before.

Black balls tangent aside, the drinks are solid although price gouged. I don’t blame them though ‘cause have you seen the surrounding real estate? You ain’t surviving selling $5 boba drinks.

Anywho this could easily be a 5-star place if they could get the texture of the boba right. Perchance.”

“Went for a club meeting on a beautiful sunny day. The outside patio is a comfortable place to watch golfers and enjoy the scenery. The food was well cooked including the vegetables that were not overdone, and the service was efficient and unobtrusive.”

“Had a great time catching up with friends!”

“I had the imperial shrimp entree. It was delicious,healthfully cooked and had a beautiful presentation. I have had this dish many times at other restaurants ,and this was by far the best.”

“Been here a few times different days of the week, never knew they had karaoke night on Thursdays, interesting because lots of students in here always studying. Variety of donut options to choose from but usually out of my favorite chocolate old fashion, but so creative with their holiday theme donuts.”

“Very clean, no waiting in line. There was 2 very friendly girl when I was there. “Shockingly” they got the order right (other Starbucks 98% mistakes in LA) since I ask my coffee kids temp + whipped cream (I know not that difficult) I was super lucky 🍀 they still had my favorite seasonal the chestnuts praline. 😍 I went in thinking it will be 5-10min and actually I was just in and out in no time with the perfect coffee ☕️ thank you 🙏🏼”

“This is the best place to get Thai in all of Goleta and Santa Barbara. Very delicious and very kind staff. I’ve had the curries and the pad Thai. Delicious. Highly recommend!!!!!”

“what a gem! we’ve been to their food trucks at a variety of Santa barbara events but this was our first time going to their location at Santa barbara cider house and it did not disappoint. Food is fresh tasting and full of unique flavors. environment is laid back and fun for families. eventually music started playing too! didn’t know they had this location and am so glad. their entire menu is delicious! we will be back many more times!”

“Staff were lovely. Great conversation! Dirty chai was delicious! The vibe was a little bleak/industrial. Very clean and streamline with no charm(aside from the baristas).”

“I love coming to this little Mexican bakery, they have the only Conchas my daughter and I like. We get them here exclusively. It's family owned and operated and they are all extremely friendly”

“I was visiting my friend in santa Barbra, and discovered this place. I didn't know what to order, so she walked me through the menu, after that I literally got my drink in 30 seconds.. Now I'm hoooked. Deff coming back!��”

“Had the fish and chips, fish was delicious-fresh, nice amount of batter and a large portion. They had a good selection of draft beers as well. Nice casual spot and a good value”

“Step into a time warp of the quintessential 50s cocktail bar. Think Don Draper, low key lighting and vintage digs. Superior service and strong, hand crafted drinks with (often times) period correct music in the background. Not a place for beer but they do have one on tap.”

“I gotta say it was my first time trying this sammich spot in sb. I has the cheese steak sammich with bell pepper it was so good 😋 I highly recommend you try this sammich spot out!!! Follow Your Taste Buds!!!”

“L&L Hawaiian Barbecue is a popular chain serving authentic Hawaiian-style barbecue with a focus on comfort food. This casual eatery offers a variety of traditional Hawaiian dishes, including barbecue, plate lunches, musubi and any kind of meat barbecue and local favorites.

L&L's barbecue is slow-cooked to perfection, resulting in tender and flavorful meat. The menu features a range of traditional Hawaiian dishes, including chicken, beef, pork, and vegetarian. L&L's plate lunches and sides, such as macaroni salad, saimi (some kind of ramen soup) and rice, are comforting and satisfying.

If you're craving authentic Hawaiian barbecue, L&L is a great choice. Try their signature barbecue plates, such as the Mixed Plate or the Chicken Katsu.”

“All they had was pizza slices - which were good! But not sure if they recently stopped with the larger variety of food.Edit - Owner reached out and said they are dealing with permitting and construction projects. They expect to have a full menu again come Summer '24. There was no information about this anywhere so hopefully this saves someone a trip.”

“Here is my rankings from favorite to least favorite.

Cold Subs:
1st. The Original Italian
2nd. Club Supreme
3rd. Club Sub
4th. The Super Sub
5th. Jersey Shore's Favorite
6th. Stickball Special
7th. Cancro Special
8th. BLT
9th. Number 4
10th. Famous Roast Beef & Provolone 11th. The American Classic
12th. Turkey and Provolone
13th. Tuna Fish
14th. The Veggie

Hot Subs:
1st. Chicken Bacon Ranch Cheese Steak
2nd. The Big Kahuna Cheese Steak
3rd. The Big Kahuna Chicken Cheese Steak
4th. Chipotle Cheese Steak
5th. Chipotle Chicken Cheese Steak
6th. Mikes Famous Philly Cheese Steak 7th. Mike's Chicken Philly Cheese Steak 8th. Grilled Portabella Mushrooms and Swiss
9th. Buffalo Chicken Cheese Steak

Add the ROSEMARY PARMESAN BREAD. Add the CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE on every sub, it's delicious.
Mike's Way on the Cold Subs and get Olive Oil/ Red Wine Vinegar on the side to add to the Hot Subs.

Vegetarian options: Grilled Portabella Mushrooms and Swiss”

“Local dive bar vibe that I always have a good time at.

Servers are friendly and they get the drinks out fast.

Bar tables, dim lighting, music, darts, and decent sticks.

Check them out when in the area.”

“Food is a little expensive but the boba is really good and pretty cheap and they have slushes smoothies as well. Uniboil has a great atmosphere with tables and games you can use, and I go there regularly to play board games with friends”

“Service was excellent and food camouflage fast. Staff was friendly and willing to deal with questions related to food allergies. Place is accessible with lots of seating, however it is very popular with a steady stream of customers. Bathrooms where well kept and clean. Plenty of parking when I was there at 7pm Thursday.”

“Came here for the Pho, broth was fire, ordered the #6 and it came out to $14.95. My only complaint is that they went a little skimp on the noodles but the flavor was on point and came with all the fixings that a traditional Pho place comes with. Service was great, always checking on me and my cup was never empty. Overall good job!”

“I absolutely loved my experience at Hummus Republic in Isla Vista! From the moment I walked in, the staff was so welcoming and friendly — they really made me feel like a valued guest. The service was fast, everything was super clean, and the whole vibe of the place was upbeat and inviting.

The food? Incredible. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and made just the way I like it. I built my own bowl and was so impressed by how many options they had — delicious proteins, amazing sauces, and fresh toppings galore. It’s healthy, filling, and honestly addicting in the best way.

This is definitely my new go-to spot in IV. If you’re looking for something tasty, nutritious, and made with care, Hummus Republic is the place. Highly recommend!”

“I had a presentation in town and ordered lunch for the group, El Sitio came highly recommended. The food was a huge hit! They created a delicious build-your-own taco platter that everyone enjoyed. They were very patient with me while ordering, as I'm not the strongest Spanish speaker. In the end I got exactly what I wanted. Thank you!”

“We were looking for coffee and breakfast to go. The staff consisted of two lovely UC Santa Barbara students. The espresso and cappuccinos were wonderful, and they agreed to put smoked salmon on their toast with cream cheese, cucumber, and dill, which was delicious. It fully not our needs. The place is clean and while lighted. You can’t go wrong.”

“It was fine, nothing to write home about, fine for a quick smoothie or bowl, toasts were okay, bread nothing special. Nice staff and clean, just honestly whatever with higher end prices”

“The cafe has the usual selection for a coffee and tea spot. I had a smooth "iced chai latte with oat milk."

As a plus, they use biodegradable straws and the service was friendly. Not too many seats for dine-in though.”

“A little expensive but the pizza is worth it, IMHO. Better than cheap delivery chains, that's for sure!”

“Haven't been here in so long. I heard they changed the menu and I wanted to give it a try.
I'm glad I did it.
My boys and I had a great night, lots of fun, and really good food.
Our waitress Rosie(I hope I got it right) was great. Kind, attentive, accurate but never too invasive.
Another great night @ Chili's!!!”

“Great Service and the best Thai in Santa Barbara!”

“Great food here for a reasonable price. Portions are great sized.”

“Went here the first time with my family the staff are friendly and the food is really good”

“Food is wonderful we have crab cheese wonton fresh roll, spicy noddle shrimp chicken satay everything is testy, restaurant is super clean , the owner very nice 👍”

“Lily made our experience great! She greeted us warmly and made sure our order was correct. We had a large group and she delivered our food to the table with a smile and made sure we had everything we needed. Burger and fries were great! Service was phenomenal!”

“This Taco Bell location is one of the better ones I’ve visited. The restaurant is quite clean and well-maintained, which is always a plus for a fast food spot. Parking was easy and convenient, with plenty of space available even during busy hours.

I ordered the new Cantina Chicken Burrito meal and was pleasantly surprised — the burrito was flavorful, the ingredients were fresh, and it was served hot. Definitely one of the better options on the menu right now.

Overall, great experience — quick service, clean environment, and tasty food. I’ll be back!”

“Delicious pizza , kid friendly, very clean, lots of seating great pizza to have a visit with my college son 😊”

“The baristas strive to remember your name and drink. They provide "extras" and seem to enjoy their work. I feel like it is "home."”

“my favorite place! spicy chicken is soooooooo good 😋”

“Although it is a little expensive, the chicken wings taste good, and there are many different flavors. It is also one of the few restaurants in IV open until midnight.”

“Pho spot next to Target. Nothing too out of the ordinary, has all the standard pho menu items.

I personally liked the cut of steak for the pho. It was a bit thicker than I usually have it. Broth was fragrant and onions were thin, just the way I like it.

The only issue I had was they didn't bring the vegetables that usually come with some of the pho and that the service wasn't as attentive compared to the other spots I have been to.

Would still come back for the food though!”

“The best Taco Bell in town, and the original if I'm not mistaken.. (that still stands) I can't explain it, but the food is just better here... Milpas location is runner up... Because they have the best customer service there, and close to home. 👌🏼👏🏼💯
P. S. Were you aware that the Taco Bell on the Mesa in Santa Barbara actually charges more!? Likely an additional tax added for an, (almost) ocean view?? Is this common? 🤔🤔”

“GREAT service! Friendly and clean! Manager brought our food to our table. And it was HOT! Gotta love food served hot. We all know what “under the heat lamp food” tastes like. And this was NOT that!”