Home Plate Grill isn't the best food you'll ever have, but it gets the job done. The menu is solid, the 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. read more

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

Home Plate Grill - Chilaquiles - Burgers Near Me - Goleta, California

Food that would be considered slop by most, served in a dingy dirty atmosphere of a strip mall. The service is equally bad. I can't for the life of me understand how places like this stay in business. read more

Coming through town on our way back to LA and had to stop here again for breakfast. This time we tried: *Sourdough Sammy - delicious except that the middle layer of bread was burnt beyond recognition, which imparted a very bitter taste. Removed it and the rest was great. We did point this out to our server, though. Cook needs to know he didn't "hide" that burnt toast, lol. *Blueberry Pancakes - slim stack and OMG, sooooo good! Fluffy, perfect flavor and the blueberry sauce was delicious. *Tater Tots (side) - I mean, they're tots. Hard to ruin tots. Just wish they'd been served piping hot instead of tepid. *Avocado Toast (side) - on sourdough. Nothing but the bread a **very** thin schmear of mashed avocado. Seriously, layer thin enough to see through. For $5. Would not order again. But, it's still a cute little neighborhood diner and the servers are nice. :) read more

Onion rings 10/10 with good ranch. Nice guy working younger dude. Cute family owned restaurant. My boyfriend and I split our meals. I loved the bacon cheeseburger upgraded to waygu 10/10 He preferred the Philly which I also liked I'd say 8.5/10 with grilled jalapeños on the side m. Loved the vibe. read more

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I enjoyed breakfast at the Home Plate Grill for the first time about 5 years ago. Came in to Santa Barbara to play golf today. The place hasn't changed and is serving great food. Friendly locals joint and down home food. Glad to see it doing well! read more

Great food, awesome prices, and excellent service. We come here for breakfast about once a month and it always hits. Especially recommend the pancakes which has a nice cinnamon flavor! But everything is good. read more

Took my cross country team here after a race nearby. Food was amazing, staff were super friendly and accommodating. I'll be stopping here anytime I drive up north now. read more

I've lived in Goleta for many years and finally tried this place out! My partner and I were craving comfort food, and that is what their menu is filled with! We ordered onion rings, fried green beans, the sampler platter, the Connie sandwich, and the pastrami reuben. The onion rings and fried green beans were super crispy and went great with the sandwiches. The sample platter was really satisfying. I enjoyed the wings, while my partner enjoyed the sliders. I thought the reuben was a little on the dry side, but it was still pretty satisfying. The interior has a cozy mom and pop-owned vibe to it. Our server was very nice attentive. Great spot for all ages! read more

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'm usually the type of person who always finds something to critique when I go out, whether it's the food, service, or parking. Drives my friends and husband nuts! But honestly, I can't complain about a single thing here. The food was absolutely excellent, delicious, plentiful, and reasonably priced. The service was warm and friendly, the waitresses were professional, yet ready to engage in a happy conversation when prompted. there was even a good amount of parking, which is always a bonus. This place truly exceeded my expectations in every way. I'll definitely be back! My son even texted his girlfriend and her family to recommend it to them. read more

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Another home run at Home Plate grill. Fantastic service and food. Everything tasted fresh and inviting. I love it when your scramble arrives steaming just like Mom's. read more

Thought we would try this place on our way back home after flying into the Santa Barbara airport. Their reviews were good and the food did not disappoint. It's in a tiny strip mall off of the 101 but had a very nice outdoor dining area which we took advantage of. I ordered their Trainwreck Breakfast burrito with decaf coffee while my husband opted for the Grand Slam breakfast. The breakfast burrito was excellent! It was also huge and I ended up taking some of it home. The coffee is your standard fare brewed coffee. My husband's grand slam, with scrambled eggs, was also excellent. The bacon & sausage were prepared perfectly and the pancakes were delicious. Even though we were outdoors, it was a very quiet spot. They do have indoor dining, if that's what you prefer. Our waitress, Jasmine, was very pleasant and efficient. We would definitely stop by this place again. read more

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Food was great. Service was aswell, will definitely be visiting again. Tables and chairs were perfect for the weather. Thank you

I have only gotten a hamburger to go here. The hamburger was tasty. The restaurant is a small place tucked away in a small shopping plaza behind 7-11. It is convenient to the freeway. There indoor/outdoor seating read more

A few days ago, I went to Home Plate Grill as I read pretty good reviews for tri tip sandwiches. The one I got was AWFUL. The meat was overdone and gristly, so that I couldn't eat part of it. I tried the other half of the sandwich and after one test bite, threw away the whole thing. Home Plate Grill folks, your meat quality is horrendous! Your restaurant is my "neighborhood restaurant", and I want to support you, but I basically threw away $25 (leaving a big tip to thank the young woman who served me). The tater tots were good (but a little too oily for my taste), and the cafe itself was nice, but the main reason for even stopping by, the tri tip sandwich, was a total waste of my money. I'd like to try it again, but sure don't want overcooked, gristly, dry meat that I end up tossing in the trash. read more

Ambiance it's none, but food and service is great I luv it.. they could hook up the inside , but I guess it's not broke why fix it this would be the place.. everyone here is very friendly. I'll be back soon read more

Service is great - fast, friendly, and when there was construction outside, they graciously let us move indoors. Came here with the boys looking for a new brekkie spot. I think we found it? I had the Cali Real Wrap with chorizo, and friends had the Chicken Tater scramble, Carnivore omelette, and the 805 omelette. Overall, the consensus was best described by friend John: "If I was , this would be immaculate. But I'm not, so it's just good." I'd come back to try the pancakes and stuff. This was essentially good hangover food. read more

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Was visiting my son at UCSB and was looking for a good place that looks like locals go to. What a gem. We had a great lunch. Wagyu cheeseburger was awesome. Tri tip sandwich also great. And amazing onion rings. The breakfast looked insane so will definitely be back for that next time. Great service and the friendliest people. Highly recommend. read more

I no longer live in SB so rarely go but even years later this local spot is still one of my favorites in town! The owner is great, the food is very tasty and the menu is massive with full breakfast options now too. Everything still tastes the same which is hard to say during these crazy times.. I will admit a few certain things are maybe overpriced slightly or the portions are a bit small, but in general most of the menu is fairly priced and I'll still support any local restaurants I can. read more

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Google helped me find this local spot. I actually wasn't sure where the map was directing me until I arrived. As a DP alumni, I'm very familiar with the 7-Eleven! I arrived around 10 am. on a Tuesday. I had the Goodland scramble. I recommend you add a few drops of hot sauce. I used the one called gringo something. Man, was it good. The flavor combo just works. Tri tip was diced in just the right size, and the eggs were cooked soft and fluffy. So good my mouth is watering just thinking of this dish. I also got some blueberry pancakes to go. The syrup was a big surprise. It has a real jammy flavor. I can't really explain it properly. All i can say is if you're a blueberry fan, you will love the syrup. Taste a bit like a blueberry pie and fresh blueberries mixed. You just have to try it for yourself. Definitely recommend you try this spot. The menu is creative, and the food was fresh and delicious. There is plenty of parking and a great patio. read more

We sat outside and the patio is dog friendly with several umbrellas which was a huge plus. Our breakfast was good however the hash browns were a little undercooked and not too flavorful. Bloody Mary was a little disappointing because the spice mixture was super salty. The service was quick, very friendly and enjoyable. read more

Hola yelpers: Como los trata el calor ? ... No sufran y manténganse hidratados Esta vez traigo una recomendación de un lugar pequeño, pero bastante rico, el café era muy cargado con su toque de vainilla( vanilla según mi compa xD) yo me como unos waffles con arándonos realmente deliciosos con mucho syrup mi compita (amigo) pidió unas papas Woow me encanto a mi regreso creo pediré algo así. Pues yelpers esta es mi recomendación del momento la atención de La Niña que nos atendió fue linda y creo eso cuenta demasiado ... Gracias por leerme yelpers nos leemos a la próxima Saludos !! read more

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I'd say home plate grill struck out on this one, went in for the burrito week train wreck burrito and boy was it ever a train wreck! A Taco bell burrito is bigger than this thing, dripping with oil, no gravy one tater tot and maybe the crumbles of some bacon scraped off the grill, sad sad sad. I even had to ask the gir at the register if this was really it? Had to give it to the dogs read more

Home Plate Grill - Train wreck burrito - Burgers Near Me - Goleta, California

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I went to Home Plate for the first time with a few friends. I went for the breakfast menu because I was happy to hear that they serve breakfast till 2pm! I tried the Philly skillet and it was so delicious, the meat's texture was perfect. I like spicy or a hot sauce in my meals and believe it would have been better with Serrano peppers. I'll have to come back here for lunch! read more

Home Plate Grill - Burgers Near Me - Goleta, California

Excellent chile Verde. Very good fried mac'n cheese. Good burgers. Service good. Ambience...loved it. Come get some good old fashioned great food and service! read more

I kept hearing about Home Plate Grill from native Goletians and now I see why! I once first came in on a random weekday for brunch, and then more recently this past weekend. I honestly think they have some of the best unique brunch options around! For instance, Breakfast in a Bun (egg over-medium, bacon, special sauce & cheddar cheese, served on a toasted brioche bun), Chicken Tater Scramble (Chicken strips, bacon & tater tots, topped with mozzarella cheese, served with hash browns or home fries & your choice of toast), or the G-Town Wrap Breakfast Blanket (Two eggs scrambled, tri-tip, Italian sausage, Ortega chilis, grilled jalapenos, cheddar cheese, green salsa & avocado wrapped inside a large flour tortilla). They also serve up some amazing Mexican breakfast dishes like chilaquiles and huevos rancheros. Yes, it's a no thrills kinda place, but it is truly for the locals given it is surrounded by neighborhoods. I'm a fan of customizing dishes and here they allow it. From their scrambles to omelets, you get what you want. My partner loves it specifically because they have three different salsas, and the orange one is the spiciest he can find in town! Best part, their prices are still somehow reasonable unlike everywhere else. A few other perks: - Good bottomless drip coffee. - Breakfast menu served until 2 pm and open every day of the week. - Booze available for brunch. - Vegan options and menu. - Desserts including shakes, malts and ice cream sandwiches made with homemade cookies. - Unique and crave-worthy appetizers for lunch and dinner. - Friday night BBQ special for only $25. - Family owned where you'll often find the owner helping out. read more

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Delicious food and quick friendly service. We found this hidden gem on our way back from San Luis Obispo. We would definitely come back. Great specials and I had the Chili Verde, eggs and Hash browns. Very good! read more

Home Plate Grill - Front counter a few inside tables, couple booths. - Burgers Near Me - Goleta, California

For what it is, it's great. Good omelettes, good (not great) burgers. Sandwiches pretty good. Nachos good. Breakfast weekends are nice. Behind a 7-11 so while it's a nice sunny place, nothing special to look at but reliable food. Nice staff. read more

Walked and was not greeted. On top of that the cook ignored me and no one took my order. He continued to fulfill other orders and did not say anything to me. Some young kid in the blue hat. I enjoyed this food and would like for the staff to be reciprocated of my visit. It's all I ask for. read more

10/10 food was great. Small homey place with great service and the pancakes were so good. I'll be coming back

Wow! I really do like this place! Inside was very simple but food was delicious. We had the green chile huevos rancheros and that was tasty. The Cajun scramble was good too. My honey got to meet the owner and he was a very nice man. Parking here is very limited but I'm sure you won't have a hard time finding parking. I highly recommend this place. read more

We were staying at the Ritz and needed a place to get some food. Apparently, people love the breakfast but we needed to grab a quick dinner. We ordered a 9" Italian Sausage Special Pizza and a cheeseburger. My daughter really liked the cheeseburger. Pizza was decent. I think we needed to order a 12". We will come back for breakfast next time! read more

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Bottom Line: A great spot to bring the fam for dinner! How have I never been to this place before?! This is crazy. A few weeks ago, wife said that she wanted to go somewhere for dinner where the kids would actually eat something. As our children are wildly unpredictable, you really have no idea what they are going to eat that day. We headed over and immediately recognized an entire table of people that we knew! It's always a good sign when you run into people you know at a spot- so we ordered. I got the the Reuben, the kids ordered from the kids menu and the wife got a burger. I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised at not only how good the food was but also how good the service was. The food came out quickly and was nice and hot. The kids loved their food and we sat out on their patio and enjoyed the weather and food. I would recommend this spot to anyone! read more

All I can say is wow!! The food is just amazing, the pancakes are truly the best I have ever eaten !! Also, the service is fast! Strongly recommend. read more

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Lots of menu options, easily accommodated a party of 7. Kenny was the friendliest server EVER. When he told me what the soup of the day was, I looked indecisive. So he offered me sample of both soups. Chocolate chip pancakes were bomb. Awesome service! read more

This breakfast spot is a HOME RUN. We were looking for an easy spot for a meal on the road and boy am I glad we did. I can honestly say it has been years since I have been excited my breakfast food- usually it's too bland, too boring, too sweet. I ate my entire plate of Goodland Scramble and shocked the table. This food is comforting, well seasoned, and the meat is cooked excellently. My scramble was flavorful in each bite but not spicy, and the tritip pieces were tender and well incorporated. Across the table one of us ordered a chili verde that was melt-in-your mouth and very generously portioned. An excellent iced coffee topped it all off, and it was all served in a homey casual atmosphere with open galley kitchen- a classic local vibe. I can't imagine why every table wasn't packed given the great prices, food, and easy access pace. Take it from someone who isn't impressed by the usual breakfast scene- ditch that trendy brunch spot and come here instead! We'll be back! (Maybe tomorrow- and maybe I'll remember to take photos before I eat everything!) read more

This was my 2nd time trying Home Plate Grill this is a great quiet location. My friends and I went midday and were able to get seated quickly. The restaurant was quiet and there was plenty of seating inside and outside on the patio. The server was very nice and we got our food within 20 minutes. Food was delicious and we had great portion sizes for the price. Home Plate has a large menu and we can't wait to try more of their food. For 3 adults then I'll was under $50. They do charge a 3% credit card fee so bring cash if you don't want to pay the fee. read more

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Friendly service, huge menu for everyone to chose from, and incredibly fresh ingredients. The hamburgers are fantastic! The location is hidden behind a gas station but don't be fooled, there is plenty of space to sit inside or outside of restaurant. read more

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We ordered two batches of nachos to go just a few minutes before closing time. One chicken and one steak. Both were great. I chatted with two staff members who were both welcoming and very nice. We did not eat there but I look forward to it next time. read more

+ Classic small town town diner ambiance, friendly staff, great prices. - Not very clean, underwhelming taste (at least for breakfast menu). I really wanted to love this place, and do think I may have just ordered the wrong menu item. The overall vibe was very friendly and I was immediately imagining becoming a regular at this Goleta diner. The prices on the menu were even more exciting, as everything was very cheap compared to prices at other Goleta/SB locations serving breakfast. However, I ultimately left the diner feeling a little disappointed. First, the cleanliness. We were told that we could sit anywhere, but the seat I chose had large pieces of food all over it as if it has not been wiped down in a while. No biggie, it's a diner, so I used some napkins to clean it off and sat down anyways. Once I sat down, I noticed that the jug of mysterious liquid next to the soda machine looked really dirty as if the pitcher has not been cleaned in a while. That was definitely was not appealing, but again, hey it's a diner so as long as the food is good, right? For the food though, we had a mixed experience. My partner's fajitas were delicious especially for the price. My chicken fried pork chop, however, had a lot of bones in it and most importantly, the gravy tasted like flour and was not very flavorful. The hash brown was average, the mimosa was great. Overall, the price makes the place a good enough value that I will probably try this place again next time, but I definitely will be ordering something different. read more

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