Domingo&#x27;s Cafe

Good food. Good service. Casual environment…read more We eat here often when in the area. Salad is pictured. Also enjoyed a variety of sliders and some fries and fried onions.

Needed to feed my family before heading to Trader Joe's and this is right next door. What a…read moredelicious surprise! Cheesy pig burger, buffalo chicken sandwich, ahi salad, and sliders (avo smash and cheeseburger) with a free cookie! Everything was delicious! The burgers were juicy and perfectly cooked. The small tuna salad was enough to fill up a grown man. The brioche bread was also so soft and fresh. We're so happy to have discover Ed this place and we'll be back again!

Seating area

Behold! the ice cream cookie sandwich

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Counter area and stool height seating

Home Plate Grill

4.5(346 reviews)

3.3 mi

Home Plate Grill isn't the best food you'll ever have, but it gets the job done. The menu is solid,…read morethe prices are fair, and it's consistent. What really makes it worth going to, though, is the convenience and the service. The staff is always friendly and on top of things, which goes a long way. It's also right next to their sister sports bar, Rounding Third, which makes it an easy spot to grab food before or after a drink. The whole setup just works. I'm a fan and will definitely be coming back.

I got the chilaquiles half red and green with scrambled eggs. We were seated pretty quickly and our…read moreorder was taken as soon as we sat down. The interior reminds me of old country.

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The Ellwood

3.9(277 reviews)

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•$$$

Entrees were delicious- we did steak and lobster pasta. Mashed potatoes and broccolini were also…read moreoutstanding. Appetizers were just alright, though. The ahi tuna poke was disappointing; it just mostly tastes like soy sauce. The service was good, and they comped our dessert since it was an anniversary dinner.

Decided to stop in at Ellwood for happy hour. They call it Golden Hour? We love Goleta beach and…read moremiss the restaurant that was there, so decided to give Ellwood a try. Great greetings and helpful staff. Sat at bar for a little unwind time, drink and snack. We love a good calamari ( always looking for the best in the area). Ordered a beer and house Chardonnay. Great tasting house Chardonnay and great beers on tap. Then we ordered the calamari; unfortunately cannot recommend. The calamari was so salty you could not eat more than one piece. I am sensitive to salty so I let it to my husband decide, but he could not eat it as well. We had to send it back. The service became noticeably cooler after that :(. Sorry, but I am just telling you what could be improved.

Golden Hour

He couldn't stop eating the au gratin clam chowder long enough for me to get a photo.

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Where else can you see a view of a pier with this perspective while enjoying a bottle of Hundred Acre?!

Finney's Crafthouse

3.9(113 reviews)

2.6 mi

Great place to stop if you are in the area. Outside seating…read moreis nice. I love the vegetarian options with Impossible, there is a salad and sub for any burger. I got the impossible burger with side cesar, hubby got wagu burger with bacon. Sauce on burgers so good. Fries are skinny seasoned fries but lots of side options.

Stopped by for the happy hour and let me tell you something!! You need to try their chicken and…read morewaffles, hands down one of their best appetizers on the happy hour menu. The chicken is cooked to perfect, crunchy on the outside but soft and juicy on the inside. The waffles are topped with napoleon syrup and are sitting on some sort of gravy sauce. As far as drinks, I tried a guava margarita and it got the job done and had me feeling a little buzzed before my food came out. Service was fast, there were plenty of servers around and they all seemed very attentive. This location offers both indoor and outdoor seating options. I will be returning for happy hour.

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The Nugget

3.6(248 reviews)

0.4 mi

I've been to The Nugget twice and each time so far has been very pleasant…read more The food has been reallyy delicious, offering some of the best fettuccine alfredo I've had at a locally owned restaurant compared to others throughout California. Our server Monserrat recommended some excellent choices to my friends on my second visit. With her easy going personality and humor she made the visit a lot more memorable! The place has a ton of western looking decorations that are quite interesting to look at with some pretty decent tunes to listen to while waiting for your food. I would forsure be coming here more often and bringing more people to enjoy the food with me!

Fries and chicken tenders were good and crispy. Tasted like quality chicken strips. Ranch dressing…read morewas good. Nice waitress. Cool vibe inside, dark, and bar is full of people for lunch time. Out friend got a double Jack and coke and felt like a triple so that was a bonus for him! They don't hold back on the value!

Ladies bathroom- all of the fixtures were copper!

Tri Tip Torta Special

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World Famous Margarita

Nikka Fish Market and Grill

4.2(501 reviews)

0.4 mi

Fish dinner great for anyone who wants fresh fish cooked delicious!! Small and quaint!! Served with…read morea salad and some coleslaw!! Complete meal!! Lisa p

Socarrat. That is the key part of a Paella. Whatever Nikka served was not Paella. Maybe a seafood…read morestew? The rice was watery and salty. It was really disappointing and a waste of money. I had a cup of clam chowder with it and it was tasty with a good amount of clams. Oddly it was served in a tall coffee cup. Not a problem, just kind of weird. The service was good and prompt and overall the place is a cute little fish market and diner grill. I won't bother going back as the three stars are mainly for the service alone.

Charbroiled Trout

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Timber's Roadhouse

3.9(247 reviews)

4.2 mi

My family recently hosted a rehearsal party on Friday night. The bridal party was a little late so…read morewe appreciated the kitchen, trying to catch up and making sure everyone has serve served before the bar and the kitchen were closed. The biggest highlight revolved around the staff working so hard making sure everything was cleared for us as well as making sure if any food orders were missing or there was someone missing their food. I ordered the chicken sandwich and I was absolutely blown away by how large it was and how flavorful their steak fries were. I'll have to try ther barbecue the next time I'm around!

Whatever you do, DO NOT DRIVE INTO THE TRAILER PARK BEHIND IT. You have to enter via the 76 gas…read morestation parking lot. I will update with a food review in a bit Update - the food was... forgettable. The oxtail mac and cheese had watery sauce. The duck confit had no red wine flavor. The french dip was surprisingly flavorless.

Beautiful bar

Steak Alfredo Pasta

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Oreo Milkshake

Lure Fish House

4.4(2.2k reviews)

4.4 mi

The Lure was simply great to be at!…read more With immediate seating, we ordered the tequila lime shrimp pasta, lobster ravioli, and a kids meal. The pasta had a spicy kick to it, which made it even more tasty! Our drinks tasted fresh, and very refreshing. We got the hibiscus iced tea and the freshly squeezed house lemonade. The service was great, and the ambience overall was very nice, candles lit around the building, and a family-style atmosphere.

Came here with 2 other families on a Friday evening. It was great they could accommodate us. Server…read morewas nice and friendly. The food was just average to me. The salmon was extremely dry and the rice it came with was NOT good(very dry and seemed undercooked). My clam chowder had pieces of napkin in it... I chewed and pulled it out, low and behold it was a paper napkin and immediately sent it back. I was asked if I wanted another one... uh NO THANKS. That ruined my dinner hence the 2 stars.

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On The Alley - Goleta

3.8(330 reviews)

2.7 mi

Four of us ate at OTA on Oct 17. Two had fish and chips, very good. Unknown what the fish was (not…read morecod), maybe swai, but good. I added a little Tobasco to the house tartar sauce, as it is a little bland. Another diner had the crispy fish sandwich, which was huge, I think is from the same process as with fish & chips (deep fried). Fourth party elected a breakfast of fried eggs, sausage and french toast. She said the french toast was among the best ever. Sausage didn't seem to be pork, maybe turkey, but 'OK.' I also had the Danish Red beer, which was nice with my meal. But I'd still like to know the type fish they use for F & C.

Stopped by On The Alley for breakfast. Upon entering, the staff were very friendly even though…read morethey were having credit card machine issues. I went with a breakfast burrito which turned out to be HUGE. The burrito took a few minutes but it came out hot and fresh. Flavor-wise, it was a solid burrito. You have the option of indoor or outdoor seating. Of course the weather is perfect during breakfast hours. Would definitely go back.

Front

Chilaquiles

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Fish taco and Baja shrimp taco

Boathouse at Hendry's Beach

4.1(3.9k reviews)

5.2 mi

Me and a coworker were in town for work and a colleague of our brought us here for dinner. Place…read morewas packed. Which is a good sign. Our server was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and drinks. Food was off the chart. We each ordered something different so we could share. I ordered the chicken. That was cooked to perfection. The bass and the crab cakes were very delicious. I will definitely be back to try more of this delicious food. The location is amazing. Right on the beach.

We stopped here on our first dinner in Santa Barbara for a "nice" dinner. The location is great,…read moreright on the beach, but also because it is right on the beach, parking can be a little bit of a challenge since you're competing with all the beach-goers. I was a bit disappointed when we got there as the vibe is more "beachy" than classy/upscale in my opinion, so that's good to know what to expect. I got the macadamia crusted halibut ($36.95), my wife got the boathouse seafood pasta ($44.95), and the kiddo got fish and chips ($11.95, no upcharge for substituting fruit for chips). The fish was good but rather plain- it certainly didn't look like it was crusted with macadamia nuts to me- just looked like a grilled halibut. Wife's seafood pasta was tasty. Overall, I felt expensive for what we got and also the fact that I was expecting a more upscale atmosphere.

Inside of the restaurant

Boathouse Signature Breakfast with pancake

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SB S.

2 months ago

Lived in Santa Barbara since the '60s, and somehow had never been to Domingo's. I'd been hearing great things for years, so I finally decided it was time to give it a try. I didn't go in with any expectations--just one mission: find some delicious pancakes. Customer Service: The moment we walked in, every single staff member greeted us with a smile. What a refreshing experience! Our waitress, Sonia, welcomed us with coffee, took our order, and made us feel right at home. We learned she's the daughter of the family who owns the restaurant, and it shows. She took wonderful care of us, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our meal. We also had the pleasure of meeting her mother, Theresa. As longtime locals, the warm hospitality reminded us of the Santa Barbara we grew up with--a friendlier, more relaxed town where people genuinely enjoyed taking care of one another. That feeling alone made the visit special. The Food: I ordered the Spanish omelet along with a stack of blueberry pancakes. The blueberry pancakes were absolutely delicious, and they even serve the maple syrup warm--a small touch that makes a big difference. The Spanish omelet was excellent. I chose the O'Hara Cottage Fries, which are mixed with grilled onions and bell peppers, and they were fantastic. I also ordered an extra side of their spicy salsa, and it was outstanding. Breakfast came with a homemade biscuit, which was fresh, buttery, and the perfect finishing touch. I cleaned my plate--every single bite. After living here for decades, I can't believe it took me this long to discover Domingo's. It's easy to see why this family-owned restaurant has such a loyal following. Great people, great food, generous portions, and genuine hospitality. We'll definitely be back! read more

Nadia M.

9 years ago

Went for breakfast a couple of weeks ago & it was excellent. Had lunch there 27Dec and it wasn't great - French fries were cold & soggy, Denver omelet was overcooked & chunks of pepper/onion were very large & not cooked at all. They had been closed for several days over the Christmas holiday so maybe they just hadn't gotten back up to speed! read more

Kayla P.

245

9 years ago

Truly amazing!!! Can't go wrong with anything on the menu! Came with a party of 20 people and they served us quickly and were so kind. AMAZING Beautiful vibe Amazing service Great food I love it here more than anything read more

Elizabeth W.

12 years ago

Domingo's was my FAVORITE place to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner. Now I live too far away - in Tennessee and just looking at the pictures of their great food makes me drool...!!!! Do NOT Miss out!!! read more

Jenn E.

11 years ago

AMAZING FOOD!!!! My new favorite breakfast spot! I went there with my family and we all ordered something different. Everyone loved what they ordered! I would highly recommend this place. read more

Courtney Z.

4 years ago

My boyfriend and I come here every Sunday. We love it!!! It's so cozy and the service is great. Our waitress Gail is always so on top of it! Fav breakfast spot. read more

Gilbert F.

9 years ago

Good local place for brunch. Brunch is standard on all American Breakfast, but that is very different both in taste and price.

Dan G.

9 years ago

Went here for breakfast and food was good. Good size portions home style cooking. Staff was very friendly.

Jon H.

13 years ago

My Favorite breakfast place, period. Family run , Quality Food and very fair prices. Roomy booths too !! read more

Hila T.

10 years ago

We waited an hour for our food and watched as others were served before us after they arrived after us.

Benjamin G.

166

6 years ago

Great customer service! Delicious food! Very attentive and kind! I will be returning for sure!

Junya Y.

9 years ago

good food .....................and service..........................and price.............

Chuck A.

14 years ago

I ate there for breakfast once, I swear they microwaved my breakfast. Skip.

Claudia H.

18 years ago

best breakfast ive had in a while!!! the waffles are the best!!!!! read more

Tennis S.

13 years ago

Ok! They can work on their custom Sevice.

Desire J.

117

16 years ago

Good service. Family atmosphere.

Susan S.

15 years ago

Great place for Lunch

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