Good Bar

5650 Calle Real, Goleta
(805) 964-6241

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Dena

It was solid for an onsite restaurant. I enjoyed sitting outside. I orderedthe Goodland Breakfast - the eggs were prepared the right way and the potatoes were nice and crispy. The bacon was lacking so I'd maybe try their house ham. The coffee was good.

Melissa

We hadn't been since it changed hands from The Goodland. I was shocked by how filthy it was. The table was sticky and I could see gunk between the slats. The tile floor was disgusting. We were sitting outside in the bar area. I wanted to leave even before we ordered the food but didn't since we were celebrating my husbands birthday. Didn't want to seem like a diva. I cannot recommend.

Laurie

We had a great late afternoon gathering, taking advantage of the Happy Hour menu at first and then rolling into an early dinner. Great spot for our sisterhood!

Beth

All the staff are so friendly and helpful. The food is delicious and that's why we keep going back!

Heather

Caya Restaurant is a hidden gem. Tucked into a hotel lobby! Our service was excellent, the food was so yummy. Our whole family of 4 loved each of their dishes. Win!

Opentable Diner

had a drink at the leta bar before dinner. ordered an espresso martini, it was just ok. our waiter at Caya was super personable but food was just a 2 or 3 out of 5. The fish tacos I got were decent but my boyfriend ordered the crispy chicken sandwich and hated it. Don't think I will be back but service was great

Jamie

Prefixed menu should have some kind of chicken dish on it. Steak was amazing!!! crème brûlée was outstanding!!!

Reyna

This restaurant is a fantastic spot for a date with your partner. The atmosphere is warm and cozy, creating the perfect setting for a romantic evening. The food is delicious, and the service is attentive and friendly, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended for a special night out!

Chris

We're staying at the hotel where Caya is housed but if we lived locally we'd definitely go to Caya. It's got a beautiful patio,, the staff is super friendly and helpful, and the food is great.

Kevin

Restaurant had a nice ambience, especially with the lights in the evening. The cocktails were refreshing and the charcuterie platter was great! For the entree, we had the risotto. It was simply not a risotto, it lacked the consistency/texture of risotto. It was rice and vegetables with no salt, and just tasted quite bad so we didn't eat more than a few bites. Service was also slow. It took 25 minutes for someone to come by to take our drink order. Once we got our food, no one came by to check on the table or refill waters. At the end of the meal we were sitting waiting for 30 minutes before we had to call someone over to ask for the check. The experience started out great, but ended quite poorly. Overall, just a disappointing dinner especially for the price.

Pamela

Disappointed. Went there a few years back when it was the Goodland. Things have changed, alot! The food was very mediocre. In face, I should have sent back the fish tacos. Cold, soft and missing the avocado. Shame it was such a great place.

Jennifer

Delicious food . Pasta was a little spicy, but I traded with.my husband who ordered the fish tacos that were delicious. Ambiance was chic and adorable and the service exceeded our expectations.

Larry

What should have been a great experience: good decor, well-prepared food, decent value, was marred by some of the most inept service I've experienced in a while. It wasn't just one person, either. From not taking our order until we flagged someone down, to bringing appetizers for sharing with no utensils, to leaving dirty dishes and moving them aside to put down the main courses, to not coming back after dropping off the dessert menus, and so on and so on. We weren't upset and there was no conflict. The wait staff was pleasant. Just absurdly clueless. My message to the restaurant: if you brought in someone who trained the staff in how to provide average service, you'd have a winner. Otherwise, I can't imagine someone coming there twice.

JohnM

A unique menu (with wonderful ‘daily specials') and a TERRIFIC staff (Sybille was GREAT) makes this a wonderful choice. Wine list could use a makeover (60% Pinot Noir?) but all else is noteworthy.

Libby

I rated our dining experience down a notch because the service is a little slow. The servers are pleasant and nice, but I realize they are short staffed and they never explain or apologize for the slow service The food is excellent however, when one finally gets it. The ambience is the best part of dining at Caya. It is outdoors and they have heaters if needed. They do have indoor seating, but it isn't as pleasant. It is relaxed casual and not for a romantic date. It is an upbeat, lively atmosphere.

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