Goleta Restaurant Guide
Santa Barbara is home to a variety of exceptional restaurants, each one bringing their own unique flavors, ingredients, and ambiance. Every week this April, we will showcase a different Santa Barbara neighborhood by creating a guide to the excellent restaurants they have to offer. This week we will be highlighting Goleta, a diverse, small town nestled right next to Santa Barbara.
Breakfast at Oat Bakery
Start your day with a visit to Oat Bakery, a spot beloved for its health-conscious and innovative approach to baking. The Scandinavian bakery crafts its dishes using organic and locally sourced ingredients and offers a variety of vegan and gluten-free options as well. Located in the heart of the quaint Old Town Goleta district, Oat Bakery’s wide selection of handmade specialty breads, rolls, toasts, and pastries paired with a hot cup of drip coffee makes for a nutritious and wholesome breakfast.
Lunch at On The Alley
For lunch, make your way to On The Alley, a casual eatery with seriously delicious meals. Established as the Goleta sister venue of Santa Barbara’s iconic Brophy Bros. restaurant, On The Alley promises a laidback atmosphere with tasty eats for the whole family. Their menu includes fish tacos and crispy fish featuring freshly caught local seafood, as well as hearty burgers, sandwiches and salads. On The Alley is sure to give you a savory experience, great for a chill afternoon in the Goodland.
Dinner at Del Pueblo Cafe
Established in 1997, Del Pueblo Cafe serves exquisite Mexican cuisine amidst a warm and friendly atmosphere. Del Pueblo Cafe prides itself on its recipes passed down through generations, creating a menu that's both authentic and innovative. Choose from a wide variety of appetizers like quesadillas to main platters of tacos, burritos, soups, and refreshing aguas frescas. The colorful walls of art provide a beautiful backdrop as you sit down to enjoy a traditional Mexican dinner
While Goleta oozes small-town charm, its culinary scene is mighty. From the healthful creations at Oat Bakery to the hearty comfort food at Del Pueblo Cafe, there’s something here to satisfy every palate.
