Restaurants in Goleta

“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.”

“The staff was amazing, very quick, very kind and cared if we were happy. The food came out soooo quick and it was very tasty. My brothers new favorite place. WE will be back and would tell all of our friends”

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

“i love this place their desserts are very good and appetizing + pleasing (the dubai chocolate brownie is to die for ; i'm excited for the dubai cheesecake and for future dubai desserts)”

“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!”

“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.”

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

“It’s hard to describe perfect. Everything from the extraordinary staff, to the comfortable atmosphere, to the perfectly prepared food was spot on. We are greatly appreciative for the work that goes into an operation like this.”

“The coconut cake was light and airy with a tree Leche sauce. Cote de creme in chocolate one of the best I have tasted. Plenty of parking. There is a personal recommendation from Julia Child at the entrance.”

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

“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!”

“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”

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

“We love this place! Food is great”

“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 and service! Everything tastes fresh and there’s plenty of authentic Japanese options. Portion sizes are quite generous making it an excellent value”

“Came here for dinner and can honestly say the food here is amazing! The food is so flavorful. It is on the pricey side but I totally think it's worth it. Nice portions and even had left overs! We came here for dinner and the atmosphere was nice and mellow, the staff was attentive and overall it was a nice experience. Lots of vegetarian options and plenty of parking!”

“Great food! Great atmosphere!”

“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 👍”

“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).”

“Came in for lunch to watch the FIFA World Cup game and there was such an amazing lively atmosphere! Gia was my server and she brought great energy to the table and overall just had a great experience.”

“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.”

“Commercial sushi resturant. Nothing interesting, nothing unique. Open mall style as well as open mall quality. Not sure if its chain or what, yet the entire working team seems to be non Japanese origin. Again nothing is wrong but also nothing is genuine .
If you are willing to fill your tammy amd move on you can try this place , if you are looking to have true sushi experience this is not the right place.”

“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.”

“New fried chicken shop to try by the Santa Barbara airport. We ate there today - Hit the spot! We ordered the chicken special sandwich (Hickory bbq sauce, smoked bacon, pickles, cheddar cheese with a hardy, yet soft bun that stood up to it all), the regular chicken sandwich, French fries, buttermilk Cole slaw and 2 unsweetened ice T. The service is fantastic! We got there at 11:30AM when they opened and when we left, it was getting busy. As I was leaving, I overheard a customer raving about the chocolate chip cookies. So go early & go get yourself some good food!”

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

“We are proud members of Samsara and love it so much! It’s fun that they have tasting rooms both here at home in Goleta and also in Los Olivos if we want to take a little jaunt into the valley. The wine is exceptional, especially the pinots. The folks at Samsara are such lovely people - Julie, Jack and Genevieve are especially kind and we love seeing them! The programming at the Goleta location is great (bands come to play, etc). Plus, there is a woman at the LO location who brings her guitar and plays/sings! What’s not to love about a free concert?!

The value is incredible. We have gifted membership to our parents in NYC and they also loved it.

Oh, and they’re super dog friendly! Our dog Pismo loves to hang out there, and everyone is so kind about his antics.”

“Don’t walk, run to Zapp Thai! Easily the best Thai in sb. The best pork belly I have ever had, best pad thai, the khao soi was 🔥 and the owner was so friendly! Amazing experience 10/5 would recommend”

“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 💯🍾🇲🇽”

“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!”

“Great food, great service, and a great atmosphere with an absolutely WONDERFUL playlist of music they had going today! Will be back. As often as possible!”

“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.”

“Great place to stop, relax and have a bite to eat. Enjoy 😎”

“I love the vibe of this place. Perhaps it’s because it’s a rainy gloomy day, but the rustic house look and feel to the place is reminiscent of the Pacific Northwest to me. Great little coffee spot”

“The staffs are very welcoming. I wasn’t very familiar with alcohol drink and they ask for what flavors I like and recommended to me. Also they can make mocktails.”

“We love Green Star Coffee! We order pouches of their delicious Ethiopian Yirgacheffe every eight weeks or so. Our online orders are fulfilled efficiently and without delay. These beans are roasted to perfection and the price/value can't be beat even with the small delivery charge. Plus, we feel good supporting a locally owned business - and don't see ourselves buying a bag of beans in the supermarket or at any of the large coffee chains ever again.”

“Hi thank you so much so much”

“Your local quality Beer Hall 5 stars!”

“Super kind and welcoming staff! It was my first time here and the employee helped me out a bunch! He let me know what everything was and even offered me water when I came in hiccuping.
10/10 I will definitely visit this spot again on my next trip to cali”

“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.”

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

“Buen servicio al cliente, y muy rápido”

“Absolutely beautiful catering spread !!! The salads were almost too pretty to eat !! The sandwiches were divine !!! Can’t wait to order again !!”

“Delicious Char-Broil burgers, hot sandwiches, and salads. Some of the best onion rings around. My greatest disappointment is that when they went corporate, they switched from Coke to Pepsi. I just never order drinks here anymore. Also when they win corporate, they started charging for almost every little thing. You want ranch with your fries? That'll be an upcharge. I don't go here as nearly as often as I used to.”

“Who can go wrong with Kyle?”

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

“Great coffee and a fun venue.”

“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.”

“Exquisito y excelente”

“Lunch at Natural Café was exactly what we needed!

We arrived very hungry and left completely satisfied. The menu offers an impressive variety of fresh, healthy dishes, and everything sounded so delicious that choosing what to order was the hardest part. There are so many mouthwatering options that you’ll find yourself wanting to try them all.

After placing our order, we barely had time to choose a table before our food arrived. Everything was served fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. I ordered the salmon with pesto accompanied by an arugula salad, and it was absolutely delicious. Everyone in our group enjoyed their meals as well, including the fish tacos, vegetarian burrito, and roasted chicken breast with marinara pasta.

The restaurant itself is bright, spacious, and comfortably air-conditioned, with plenty of natural light and greenery both inside and outside. The outdoor seating area is thoughtfully equipped with numerous umbrellas, providing welcome shade and comfort on sunny days.

Natural Café is a wonderful place to enjoy fresh, wholesome food in a relaxing atmosphere. We will definitely be back!”

“Fantastic small restaurant related to Brophy Bros. with amazing food. We recommend their fish and chips along with their fish tacos. Be sure to say hi to Isaac when ordering, he's their phenomenal manager and truly cares about the quality of your visit. Pay up front and wait for the food to be delivered. Depending on the dish it'll come in a plastic basket or on a plate. They can split side dishes, for example half tots and half slaw which is great compared to other restaurants. Located right next door to the camino real theaters. Bathrooms are outside and part of the shopping center.”

“The pop up food grill featured at Breaktime called Mello Munchies was fantastic! Served up unique twists on such items like bacon wrapped hotdogs with cheese and smash burger style street tacos. Everything is delicious!”

“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.”

“i sat outside, it’s such a beautiful day and area, the ladies were very kind and respectful, and the food is so delicious. i tried their tacos dorados platillo. i can’t wait to bring friend here and i would recommend this place to others!! i also got chai latte, it was very yummy, way better that starbucks and old town coffees chai 😁”

“What is it about their sammy's that make them so good! Simple but fresh, quality toppings assembled especially to your liking. Something about the way they assemble the tasty treat just makes them super delish! Great prices too!”

“The coffee is very good although sometimes it is not as hot as I would like. The atmosphere is decent, sometimes you get people having a loud zoom meeting with no headphones on which isn't really dune's fault but it can be obnoxious. Judging on flavor alone it's probably my favorite coffee around.”

“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”

“This place is always a go-to when I want a cozy local coffee shop. It has fun decor and wall art, lots of plants, natural lighting and delicious drinks. Free WiFi and open space to do work is also a plus!”

“The house is been a active since 2001. Legendary outreach program from Isla Vista church, god bless pastor Jason and everyone involved to make such a beautiful vision possible!”

“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.”

“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 wife and I have been there 2 days in a row. We've ordered cold brew (great), a rose latte (good), and a honey lavender latte (really great).
Breakfast sandwich on sourdough was also great! And then this doughnut hit the spot. See you tomorrow morning!”

“Had a great time catching up with friends!”

“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.”

“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”

“Absolutely amazing hidden gem! The drinks were amazing and the food is fantastic! We had a delicious pepperoni pizza with hot wings. This place is underrated. Love it here!”

“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.”

“AWESOME STAFF adaptable 🌸💕”

“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.”

“I haven't been to chili's in a while. This was a great night out. So glad I went with the family. Great waiter and service. If your a regularly or haven't been in a while stop in.”

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

“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.”

“Busiest donut shop in the world ..full of college kids. I mean packed but very quiet. Very well behaved..to the owner probably best quality donuts ive ever tasted ! Not doughy and rubbery or greasy ..bursting with flavor ! I had the raised top shelf and the banana cream pie. Ate it the next afternoon. Tasted like just made unreal Flavor !!”

“So many drink options! The milk teas and boba are tasty. The fried tofu is addictive, probably my favorite from any restaurant ever. Lots of seating and friendly staff.”

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

“They catered my granddaughters graduation dinner and they were excellent. Food was perfectly seasoned and cooked, portions were generous and they fed a group of over 60 guests just fine, my favorites were their Tri tip and salsas. We will use them again!”

“Fun place. Very customizable boba teas...cheese foam sounds very strange if you've never heard it before, but actually taste pretty good on the teas I've tried.”

“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”

“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 place is unbelievably delicious!! Had the bacon breakfast burrito. The bacon, potatoes and beans were soooo delicious. And the portion was insanely huge. Highly highly recommend. Probably one of the best bacon breakfast burritos I've had”

“best mexican buffet i been to.”

“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”

“I have a new favorite restaurant in santa barbara! their lunch special is a super reasonable price (12.95 for a good size portion of a lot of curry and noodle options + salad/soup and a crispy egg roll). I also got a thai iced coffee which i hadn’t tried before and was fantastic.

I had been disappointed by the last thai restaurant in SB I went to (thai bistro) being too mild so I ordered my pad see ew hot and it truly was very spicy. the scale goes no spice/mild/medium/hot/thai hot/extra thai hot and they weren’t exaggerating.”

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

“I got the combo for only $10 Very tasty chicken sandwich tasted better than check-fel-a. The chicken piece was bigger than the one I get from check-fel-a. The fries is frozen but it tasted good. Free soft drink and ice tea.”

“This place is probably the healthiest spot to eat in Isla Vista & it’s bomb! Consistently craving it. The drinks are great too. Good quality food and lots of flavor - it’s basically a Mediterranean chipotle. The Moroccan hot sauce is HOT but delish. They just lowered their prices too. So worth”

“I had a great experience today in here, I came in at 11am and was welcomed in by two female staff (only caught on of their names Marisol).
They were both very nice and polite not only to me but to everyone else walking in.
I was also impresed on how fast they were in helping everyone.
My family and I love Subway and visit often. For now on i will try to come to this location more.
Shout out to Marisol and Layla!”

“My husband and I love treating ourselves to something delicious from this awesome ice cream shoppe. It's an extra special treat if Lime (Lyme) is your server, she is awesome at mixing in the toppings to perfection. If you have a chance to try the seasonal banana or pumpkin specials DO IT, you won't be disappointed, especially if Lime is making it for you! Ah- Mazing!”

“Great ice cream and delicious 😋”

“I want to give a special compliment to the staff here.

Every time I come to this restaurant, everyone is friendly, professional, and welcoming. Today, I was waiting for a pickup order, and since the food wasn’t ready yet, I went back to sit in my car.

To my surprise, when the order was finished, one of the staff members actually brought it out to my car. That level of service is very rare these days.

At many restaurants, even when the order is ready, nobody bothers to let you know. But here, they genuinely care about their customers and go the extra mile.

It’s small gestures like this that make a big difference and keep people coming back. Great food is important, but outstanding customer service is what makes a restaurant truly special.

Thank you to the staff for your kindness and excellent service. Highly recommended”

“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.”

“I will say that I am not usually a fan of IHOP but this one is different. Not sure why, but it's just better than most IHOPs. The food isn't incredible (but it is still quite good) but the staff is fantastic, caring, and attentive.”

“Hotel front desk said this place was authentic and good. They were correct. Ordered pork tacos and very tasty. Took it to go and will be back before I leave town”

“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!”

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

“Saigon Noodle House is one of my favorite spots in Goleta. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and consistently well made. The pineapple fried rice is a standout and something I order every time, and the egg rolls are always a hit.

The atmosphere is welcoming and you can tell there’s real care put into both the food and the service. Definitely a place I’d recommend if you’re looking for great Vietnamese food in the area.”

“Best broth by far!
Wife says her kung Pao 2 too sweet and less than spicy but there is ample chili and other hot stuff on table. Overall, the place is the bomb”

“We live in the neighborhood closest to this Lighthouse location and the baristas here are just the best. I bring my kids and dog all the time to have breakfast on the patio and they are so sweet. The cucumber toast and breakfast sandwiches are excellent and my young kids get to practice putting their order in by themselves with patient, kind baristas.”

“The inside is very clean and the workers are friendly and helpful. This taco bell is open pretty late, there's free wifi, and cheap snacks. What else could you ask for? Great for studying, usually not very busy”

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

“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!”