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!”

“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.”

“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”

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

“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!”

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

“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.”

“They always make mistakes in portion sizes food is great but those small details matter too the green chutney I ordered there was barely a spoon full of chutney in there and no it’s was not spilled in the bag too please see the stuff before keeping it in the bag ☹️”

“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”

“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”

“We dined here on a Saturday evening.
Good menu and lively ambiance, our dining experience was good but not a wow moment.
Service lacked a bit because they had a big party, of around 20, and it seems most of the servers were helping out, hence ours suffered a bit.
The starting bread basket was fresh.
My main course, pizza, cant remember the name, was good and well prepared.
My dessert, was good.
There are so many good places in the Goleta/Santa Bárbara área that not sure if I will patronize this establishment again.”

“We love this place! Food is great”

“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.”

“Limited menu but great food and drinks! Loved the live music - guitar solo - and casual ambience. Server was very attentive. Would definitely come back! Looks like a cute hotel too (restaurant is inside).”

“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 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.”

“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”

“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.”

“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.”

“Great people..nice beer 🍺”

“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.”

“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! :)”

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

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

“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!!!!”

“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.”

“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.”

“Hi thank you so much so much”

“Ready for a great breakfast? You’re in for a treat. The chilaquiles are the best I’ve ever had! They know what eggs over medium means, generous portions. Good coffee and fantastic prices! All their salsas and sauces are wonderful!”

“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!”

“Buen servicio al cliente, y muy rápido”

“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.”

“Your local quality Beer Hall 5 stars!”

“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.”

“The Natural Café is one of my favorite spots for a healthy, delicious lunch in Goleta/Santa Barbara. I love their tuna fish sandwich and vegetable lasagna. Both are fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. You can sit inside or enjoy the outdoor seating, which is perfect on a beautiful day. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and a wonderful place to stop for lunch. Highly recommend!”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

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

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

“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.”

“Exquisito y excelente”

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

“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!!!”

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

“Great coffee and a fun venue.”

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?”

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

“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.”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“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!”

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

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

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

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

“best mexican buffet i been to.”

“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.”

“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).”

“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.”

“I had wonderful customer service from all 3 baristas working today (Saturday)! Just wanted to give them props. I had 2 drinks added to a drive-up target order, and one drink was accidentally made iced instead of hot. Not a big deal. I went in to ask for a hot one (it was for my son). They were SO kind about it, and they even threw in a banana bread for him to apologize! They were lovely.”

“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!!!”

“AWESOME STAFF adaptable 🌸💕”

“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.”

“Decided to stop into Crushcakes for just coffee and ended up purchasing 30 assorted cupcakes for a party! The cupcakes were extremely popular and made the birthday special.

Thank you Ash for the recommendations. Will definitely be returning.”

“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”

“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.”

“Custom ordered Dodger doughnuts for a party. They turned out better than expected. Everyone at the party was raving about how yummy they tasted and how well decorated. Highlight of the party for sure. 👍”

“Had a great time catching up with friends!”

“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”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.”

“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”

“Trying new local spots I came across this place immediately fell in love with it as they have chicken and waffles on their menu and don’t get me started on their omelettes besides the food being top tier the staff has always been amazing, courteous and always polite. Caitlin is the one that’s helped me a few times and she’s an exceptional employee she honestly deserves a raise because the customer service for a food place like this is beyond what I expected. They have my business and will be coming by again soon for that delicious food.”

“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.”

“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!”

“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!”

“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”

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

“Props to all the workers working this Friday night. I saw how you handled all the drunk college students who are hungry for their overdue meals, it was beautiful. I respect your work and you guys are doing a great job. Thanks for giving me a good meal again, while also handling the ruckus cloud outside.
I know you weren’t hired to be a bouncer, but you did a dang good job at being on tonight.”

“Great ice cream and delicious 😋”

“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!��”

“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!!!!!”

“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.”

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

“Okay this place is amazing! The staff is always so wonderful too! Truly the closest thing to authentic homemade Mexican food. I understand that with any restaurant cross contamination is a thing but unfortunately here I occasionally end up with meat in my food, despite ordering veggie options. I just remove it and keep eating though so it's not an issue but I'm putting a 5/5 either way because it's so worth it. Other than that we eat here pretty often and I wish the company all the success in the world because they are so wonderful. Don't forget to order your horchata because it just ties the meal together.”

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

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?”

“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 👍”

“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.”

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

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

“You can’t go wrong with the pho from here. Sure the staff isn’t always friendly but you don’t come here to be friends with the staff you come for good tasty well priced pho and that is exactly what you will get.”

“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!”

“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!”

“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? 🤔🤔”