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.
Caitlin J.
Holy moly this place rocks! I had zero to low expectations of a cafe at an ice rink, but these guys know what they're doing. Tons of great beers, the hot chocolate had whipped cream on top, handmade pizza, the list goes in. The decor was fresh, tons of board games and chalkboards for kids. This place doesn't have to be this good, but they take a ton of pride in there work. I would definitely come back here even if we weren't skating.
John A.
Came to SB to visit our daughter and saw that Rinkside Cafe had a trivia night. We arrived a bit late but we're welcomed in by Val and he gave us a quick rundown of how it worked. We sat outside and watched as food kept coming from the kitchen that looked epic. Having eaten earlier, we did not partake in any food but the beer and wine selection was great and well priced. After trivia, there was an amazing hockey game going on and we went upstairs to watch for about an hour. Fast forward to the next night...we decided to get a pizza and a salad. Not only did Val recognize and welcome us back, he made us the most amazing dinner we had in SB. We again watched another hockey game, had an unreal salad, an amazing pizza and a great bottle of wine. As we left, I thanked Val for two great nights as his passion and execution of the food was expert; I was convinced he was the owner of the cafe. As it I turns out, he does not own it, but he should. This is our new place for dinner when visiting Santa Barbara. Thanks Rinkside Cafe. Nicely done for sure.
alnunez86
I recently visited an ice rink café and had a wonderful experience. The café had a cozy and inviting atmosphere.The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed.The menu offered a great variety of food and beverages, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences. I enjoyed a delicious hot chocolate while watching local hockey game.The food options were equally satisfying, with tasty snacks and light meals perfect for a quick bite between skating sessions.What impressed me the most was the convenience of the café's location. Being right next to the ice rink meant that we could easily take a break from skating and grab a refreshment without venturing too far. It added a lot of convenience to the overall experience.Overall, the ice rink café provided a delightful combination of good food, friendly service, and a picturesque view of the ice rink. Whether you're a skater or a spectator, it's a great spot to relax, enjoy some refreshments, and soak in the lively atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pretzel
Jothkell
had a great experience, the gluten free slice was good and very fairly priced. service was very welcoming, was willing to make any kind of slice i wanted for the same price
Shannon N.
I don't use the ice rink, but I love having this cafe adjacent to Girsh Park. It's so nice to be able to grab a coffee, cold drink or snack while out on a walk. There's an entrance facing the park, so you don't need to go through the ice rink at all to pick something up here. The staff are super friendly, and they have good cinnamon rolls (!!!) and sandwiches. Especially with Zizzo's shut down across the street, this is an invaluable contribution to the neighborhood.
Yan W.
Worst burrito I ever had. It was broken and cold inside. Won't buy here again disappointed
Chelsea Steel
I just go there to eat! Love their Tacos on Tuesday but great food other times as well. The service is wonderful and they have a nice outside patio to relax!
Matthew Paul Almaraz
Amazing food and service. Can’t wait to go back. By to-go eat it there. Best place right now in Goleta!!! Well done. Can’t wait to go back.
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.
Holy moly this place rocks! I had zero to low expectations of a cafe at an ice rink, but these guys know what they're doing. Tons of great beers, the hot chocolate had whipped cream on top, handmade pizza, the list goes in. The decor was fresh, tons of board games and chalkboards for kids. This place doesn't have to be this good, but they take a ton of pride in there work. I would definitely come back here even if we weren't skating.
Came to SB to visit our daughter and saw that Rinkside Cafe had a trivia night. We arrived a bit late but we're welcomed in by Val and he gave us a quick rundown of how it worked. We sat outside and watched as food kept coming from the kitchen that looked epic. Having eaten earlier, we did not partake in any food but the beer and wine selection was great and well priced. After trivia, there was an amazing hockey game going on and we went upstairs to watch for about an hour. Fast forward to the next night...we decided to get a pizza and a salad. Not only did Val recognize and welcome us back, he made us the most amazing dinner we had in SB. We again watched another hockey game, had an unreal salad, an amazing pizza and a great bottle of wine. As we left, I thanked Val for two great nights as his passion and execution of the food was expert; I was convinced he was the owner of the cafe. As it I turns out, he does not own it, but he should. This is our new place for dinner when visiting Santa Barbara. Thanks Rinkside Cafe. Nicely done for sure.
I recently visited an ice rink café and had a wonderful experience. The café had a cozy and inviting atmosphere.The staff was friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed.The menu offered a great variety of food and beverages, catering to different tastes and dietary preferences. I enjoyed a delicious hot chocolate while watching local hockey game.The food options were equally satisfying, with tasty snacks and light meals perfect for a quick bite between skating sessions.What impressed me the most was the convenience of the café's location. Being right next to the ice rink meant that we could easily take a break from skating and grab a refreshment without venturing too far. It added a lot of convenience to the overall experience.Overall, the ice rink café provided a delightful combination of good food, friendly service, and a picturesque view of the ice rink. Whether you're a skater or a spectator, it's a great spot to relax, enjoy some refreshments, and soak in the lively atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pretzel
had a great experience, the gluten free slice was good and very fairly priced. service was very welcoming, was willing to make any kind of slice i wanted for the same price
I don't use the ice rink, but I love having this cafe adjacent to Girsh Park. It's so nice to be able to grab a coffee, cold drink or snack while out on a walk. There's an entrance facing the park, so you don't need to go through the ice rink at all to pick something up here. The staff are super friendly, and they have good cinnamon rolls (!!!) and sandwiches. Especially with Zizzo's shut down across the street, this is an invaluable contribution to the neighborhood.
Worst burrito I ever had. It was broken and cold inside. Won't buy here again disappointed
I just go there to eat! Love their Tacos on Tuesday but great food other times as well. The service is wonderful and they have a nice outside patio to relax!
Amazing food and service. Can’t wait to go back. By to-go eat it there. Best place right now in Goleta!!! Well done. Can’t wait to go back.
Awesome place to skate and hang out.
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