11 Best Breakfast Restaurants near Goleta

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

“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.“

“My husband got the large size dragon (pitaya) bowl and we were pleasantly surprised at how large it was. I got the 3 berry oatmeal bowl and it was very tasty and filling. We both subbed honey for agave with no problem. Will definitely be going back!“

“Esperanza made our visit to IHOP absolutely exceptional! From the moment we sat down, she greeted us with such a warm, genuine smile and made us feel truly welcome. Her positive attitude, kindness, and professionalism stood out from start to finish.
She went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Our drinks were always full, our food came out exactly as ordered, and she checked on us often without ever making us feel rushed. She anticipated our needs before we even had to ask, which made the entire experience so enjoyable.
It's rare to come across someone who clearly takes so much pride in providing outstanding customer service. Esperanza's friendly personality and attention to detail turned a simple meal into a memorable experience. She is an incredible asset to IHOP, and we will definitely be coming back because of the excellent service she provided.
Thank you, Esperanza, for your kindness, hard work, and for making our day a little brighter. You truly deserve all five stars!“

“The lightest, buttery moist scones. They also had hamburgers and salads that looked were very generous portions. All was freshly made. The silverware was REAL silverware.“

“Stopped to charge the car nearby and had lunch. Food was fantastic! Highly recommend the meatloaf and double toad in the hole! Hash browns were crispy and buttery. Will be back when we’re in town next! ❤️“

“I eat a lot of Mexican food and this was genuinely one of the best Mexican meals I have ever eaten. Everything completely fresh and scratch made from the chips to the tortillas to the sauces. So flavorful and authentic. Just visiting the Santa Barbara area for a few days but would be a regular here if I lived closer. Definitely a must-try even with the abundance of Mexican options around.“

“Everyone seems to have their favorite coffee shop. This one’s mine. The people are nice, the coffee is good, and the seating is plentiful.“

“💝‼️😁 Excellent food, social atmosphere, fun items like their high-dive Umbrella Drink. So tall from the umbrella the olive can’t see the drink below.

Breakfast was great watching the Pacific, boardwalk, Stearns Pier, and coastal wee we at her.

Not a whole lot to do in Santa Barbara. So this has been a highlight.“

“If you visit the IHOP in Santa Barbara, do yourself a favor and ask for Ismael! We first had him as our server on Mother’s Day and had such a great experience that we came back today. Once again, he was fantastic. He’s super fast, attentive, and gives overall excellent service. He really takes care of you like family. Thank you, Ismael!“

“Had the Lobster Mac & Cheese this time around! So good! The Mango Margie was amazing as well! ❤️🦞🍹🥰👍🏻“