What a terrific lunch. We just love Natural Cafe. My wife had the turkey burger and I had the turkey chili with cornbread. We both had a La Croix sparking like water. Alejandro, Aceline, Lucia and Asia were terrific in their customer service and were professional, kind and efficient. A wonderful ambiance as well. Highly recommended read more

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I came here one time and I liked what I ordered. I got a Zen Burger and it was great. They put a lot of avocado and it served with tortilla chips. I also tried the cornbread and chili that was also great. I would order both again. They have a lot of seating and it's a good place for groups. The service was also so friendly and kind. read more

Hi, I've never been to this restaurant but did want to weigh in on Eric K's frog dispute, and specifically the restaurants claim that it is unlikely a frog could have gotten into the salad through the kitchen. First of all, frogs can hop. From the picture, it is clear that frog is very small, so could have easily hopped in at any point during your multi-step salad process or the packaging of the lettuce. They have the perfect camouflage for a salad. I once had a frog in my acoustic guitar. read more

They food here is large, affordable, and delicious! We got a whole wheat veggie quesadilla with ranch, and comes with a salad ($14) but added grilled chicken for an extra $4. The seating area is a nice and bright with plenty of options from booths, tables, and high chairs inside, and tables outside too. Service is amazing, servers will check on you from time to time but drinks and condiments are self serve. I really love that they have lemon slices! Definitely coming back!! read more

Natural Cafe - VEGGIE QUESADILLA with chicken - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

The salmon pesto was fresh and flavorful, and the hibiscus water was the perfect refreshing sidekick. Healthy, tasty, zero regrets. read more

Natural Cafe - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

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I ordered the Caesar salad with chicken. Which was not what I would expect on a Caesar salad, it came with tomatoes, avocado, pepita seeds...then what normally comes in a Caesar, Parmesan, croutons and the dressing. The vibe here is on the calmer side, what'd you expect from a cafe. I ordered at the counter and sat myself down, the waitress brought the meal out to my table. read more

Natural Cafe - CAESAR W CHICKEN - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

Natural Cafe is an SB classic. While I normally get their fish tacos, this time I opted for a salad, overpriced in my opinion - I think I'll stick to the fish tacos. The salad itself was fresh but underwhelming, the dressing was unique but there truly is nothing special about it. That being said it's still a great spot for a healthy meal. read more

Natural Cafe - ARUGULA SALAD with Salmon ($9 add on) ended up paying about $25 - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

Some friends recommended lunch at Natural Cafe for their dog-friendly patio after we were all in agreement that we needed "something light." I'm a particular fan of the good for your health food spots that can be found all over California so it didn't take much to convince me. I got the buddha burrito and others got the nachos grande and hummus platter. The appetizers came out the same size as my burrito so I'd say the portion sizes are generous. The beans in my burrito weren't my favorite, but the flavor profile wasn't bad just not exactly what I was expecting. Eating outside on a nice sunny day makes for a great way to spend a weekend especially if the farmer's market is also going on, but in terms of food quality I think other places offer tastier options. read more

This place rocks! Situated at the corner of the Sunday morning farmers market, it provides a lovely ambiance that welcomes couples, families, friends, and dogs alike. The colorful platter of fibrous foods shared over a conversation about long term orienting and hopes and dreams cannot be beat. This is fantastic (four). read more

Natural Cafe - 1/2 SOUP & SALAD - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

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Specifically sought out Natural Cafe, as I'd been eating a bit rubbish the last few days and was craving something healthy-ish. I had my eye set on the turkey chili, but I was pretty hungry so opted for the veggie stir fry with tofu instead. I kind of wish I'd gotten the chili, as I adore chili... and while the stir fry portion was generous, I would have appreciated a bit more flavor. I had to go back and re-read the menu that the veggie were supposed to be stir fried in a sauce.. as there really was no flavor besides, well, just a stir fried vegetable. I'm still glad I gave them a try and if I'm ever back in the area, I will stop in again -- and will finally give the turkey chili a try! 2025: 26/100 read more

We have been to this area and this shopping center before but had never tried this cafe. Tried the turkey sandwich and it was good... with real turkey.. not the pressed sliced processed stuff.. this was legit. The hummus appetizer was also tried and it was good to really good and great for sharing. Now for the WOW item... this chocolate chip cookies you see when you order are a must get item. They will warm it for you if you ask or just have it room temperature.. either way those things are amazing! To be 100% fair.. the only ding is the drink station set up.. gets clogged easily due to each person having to use tongs to get their ice.. then their drink, then their napkins and utensils... they need to smooth this bit out. read more

Natural Cafe - Chocolate chip cookie - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

This place is in same complex with lot of other restaurants. With 2 vegetarians in the group, we were struggling to find a place that will have enough variety. Came across this restaurant and was pleasantly surprised with options on the menu. Place is decent sized with large outdoor patio, which was not open due to earlier rain. But there are enough seats inside. We loved the food! Portion sizes were big. The grilled veg sandwich had veggies that were grilled and HOT! First time got such wonderful hot sandwich which is a rarity for vegetarians. And it was tasty too. Pasta was too big for one person and now tomorrow's breakfast is ready for them with leftovers. Prices are very reasonable. Happy, content customer here. Smiling cashier and servers made the overall experience nice. Thank you! read more

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This is another favorite restaurant that I've known for years. Reliably fresh and tasty dishes with truly attentive and kind service. Eat in casual or take out, I've never had a bad meal here. read more

Every time we visit Goleta, we find ourselves returning to Natural Cafe over and over again because the food is healthy and tasty, they have a wide selection on their menu, and the place is pleasant and clean. I like their avocado and sprouts sandwich, my hubbie likes their burritos and enchiladas. I also like their high protein meals that have chicken and veggies. Everything is fresh and good quality. We wish we had a Natural Cafe closer to where we live. read more

I ordered the Powerbowl with tofu, broccoli, and cauliflower. It was absolutely excellent! I love my vegetables, crunchy, and they were cooked perfectly! Also loved the ginger dressing. Will definitely order it again. read more

Natural Cafe, Marketplace, Goleta. Excellent salad choices. My favorite is the tostada salad: black beans, rice, mixed greens, carrots, jicama, salsa, sour cream, guacamole. Totally fresh. Very reasonable price: $14. Second choice is the Spiritual Spinach (I usually purchase the half salad which is sizable) with Tahini dressing on the side: carrots, olives, artichoke hearts, feta cheese, veggie-bacon bits and sprouts. Side order of excellent whole wheat bread is available. read more

I came here the other day for some soup (called ahead to hear the automated message of the two soups they were offering that day). The cashier was very friendly and the total was $5.98 for a bowl of soup (includes bread) to-go. The restaurant is airy and has a lot of seating and natural lighting. The lentil vegetable soup and homemade bread is delicious and I forgot to take a photo until I was almost done! read more

Natural Cafe - Delicious lentil vegetable soup to-go - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

I've been coming to this location regularly for ~4 years now and honestly, it hits every time. Great portions and fresh ingredients. The mt Fuji stir fry and the local favorite are some of my go to items when I'm not in the mood to cook or I'm going to lunch with friends. Usually friendly and fast service, cute interior and nice outdoor seating area. Tip: they switch up soups and specials daily so call in advance and listen to the recording for that days info :) there's usually one vegan and one cream soup, one lunch special, one pasta dinner special and one fish dinner special. read more

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There is a special gluten free menu at register upon request! This was an absolutely amazing experience for me and my celiac boyfriend. They were super friendly and attentive, and very well informed on dietary restrictions. The food was delicious and I would definitely stop by again. read more

Really yummy options for everyone in a convenient location! I appreciate the vegan options and the staff are always super friendly. Yum!

We were caught in a torrential downpour while traveling and decided to stop to have lunch and wait out the rain. Opening time was 11am, it was 10:43, several employees were inside, sitting at tables, setting up for the day. We asked if we could come in to get out of the rain and were told no through the glass. read more

They open at 11:00AM, at 10:43AM it was POURING RAIN (1/3/26) and they would not open the doors. Two cooks sat inside and watched us stand in the rain. When I asked can we please just come in and sit until they open they said NOOOOO and smiled. I will never come back. read more

I always get the teriyaki chicken sandwich or the local favorite. The vegetables at Natural Cafe are always top notch in freshness. The teriyaki chicken are seasoned well and very juicy. Signs that they are cooked to order, not sitting in a steam table waiting to be assembled. Local favorite is generously stuffed with avocado and sprouts. The burritos and turkey burgers are tasty too, but I usually gravitate towards the sandwiches here. read more

After a long day of feeling malnourished and dehydrated, I needed something filling and nutritious. The split pea soup was really good. Ordering the side of grilled chicken with that was the best decision ever. The girls working at the front were holding down! Great service. I usually go to another location but I happened to be in the area today read more

Natural Cafe was always a favorite of mine when I lived in Goleta so it was nice to be on that side of town today for lunch. You know a place is good when there's a group of people waiting for it to open and that was definitely today. We had about 6 people order before us but the line moved quickly and food came out pretty soon too. My go-to is the teriyaki chicken sandwich. So delicious every time. It comes with a side of salsa and blue corn chips. The staff is so sweet and attentive. The location is always clean and organized. It's also nice it's in a shopping center so enjoy some shopping or and movie while grabbing some yummy and healthy food at Natural Cafe. read more

Natural Cafe - Teriyaki chicken sandwich (no sprouts) - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

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I'm glad that there are healthy options like this place available but with that being said, vegan / veg food can be fun, too ya know! It doesn't always have to be a sandwich or salad. That's what I feel this place kind of limits it to. It's clean inside with the usual "healthy spot" decor; Buddha statue? Check. The staff seemed annoyed a bit with my order but accommodating nonetheless. I got a sandwich and a vegetarian chili. They were decent and filling, able to make 2 meals out of it... but nothing to go crazy over. Lots of seating inside and out. Bonus points that it's in a shopping center with ample parking and Home Goods, of course. I would probably visit again but try something else. read more

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I like this place. So many options for those who want to eat healthy. I do wish they did their tofu better than steamed or sautéed. I had the portobello Sammie and it was good but the pesto flavor does not come thru. The veggie Sammie is solid and chock full of veggies. The special was a turkey burger which we also tried. Decent with a nice side salad. Why not a 4 you ask? The lemon bar takes down a star I am afraid. It was dry like dust. Next time I will try the chocolate chip cookie. Don't get me wrong-this is a good place and I will be back. It just misses that certain something but for what it is-healthy fast casual-it is a solid choice. read more

Our go to place when we want something tasty and healthy. I love the brown rice, vegetables and chicken stirfry Services good and the food comes out very quickly read more

I love getting the arugula salad with sautéed tofu and lemon herb dressing. Their tofu is the best!! Highly recommend

Love their food, just came here for the first time helping my daughters family get settled. Natural ingredients, fresh produce. Good service. Had tofu with vegetables, delicious! They have a patio in the front or you can dine inside, family friendly and quaint. read more

Repeatedly poor customer service. Nearly every time I order take out, I get a text saying that my order is ready, and then when I walk in to pick it up, they say it's not ready, with the most recent time being 6 minutes after they text me and make up a different excuse each time for why there's the discrepancy saying they accidentally bumped the machine or that the machine just sends texts early on its own. read more

We used to go to Natural Cafe in downtown Santa Barbara, and discovered that it closed down. But we used to like the place so much that we decided to drive to this location, which is not too far. Appreciated the quality, fresh and healthy choices, and great service. Thank you! read more

The Natural Cafe is such a good spot for lunch! I love their salads. My go to is the Chopped Cobb. Everything always tastes fresh and made to order. The Goleta location is great because parking is super easy. Even on the Tuesday I went during lunch, they were really busy inside. However, it was easy to place a to-go order and it was ready in less than 10 minutes. They offer both indoor and outdoor dining options. The service was great too! read more

Natural Cafe - Chopped Cobb Salad - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

Delish fresh salad and many options for vegetarians as well as meat eaters. Wide selection and very clean restaurant

This was an okay lunch moment with pretty hands off service. I ordered the Mt Fuji stir fry and a coffee. The staff member handed me a mug with no direction of where to get the coffee. I eventually found the carafe on the side but it wasn't immediately visible/obvious. The stir fry was okay the chicken and veggies tasted super fresh but everything was extremely bland. It didn't look particularly seasoned and I don't think I tasted ginger or soy in the ginger soy sauce. The outdoor seating is cute so that was a plus. read more

This is the second time I've dined here and each visit has been superb. First of all the place is spotless. The young women that usually take your order behind the register are always tidying up once the line is down. They always smile and are personable when interacting with them. Also, their playlist is easy listening with hits from the 70s, 80s & 90s. . Pictured is their bowl of turkey chili sin cheese, a side of cornbread with honey butter, their hummus plate and the vegan enchiladas. I had a late lunch with my friend and we both devoured our plates and the hummus plate which we split. . Offering dishes for all tastebuds. Plant based or not, you can find food you want to eat here. There's a lot of intricate and specific dishes on their menu. With have nine locations along the central coast, they are not hard to find. So far I've dined at the Santa Maria and Goleta locations. . Go support this deliciously detailed local spot! read more

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Not enough dressing and the feta cheese was microscopic. The chicken was dry and hard like it had been made the day before and stored in the refrigerator. Not going back. read more

The tomato basil soup was really good which I ate for lunch today because I wasn't too hungry yesterday. I really like the tuna sandwich at Natural Cafe. They definitely put a lot of Tuna on the half sandwich. The service was great. I was able to have a small sample of both soups. The ambiance was very clean too. I liked this location better than the other location just because it is newer and cleaner. read more

Natural Cafe - I couldn't resist taking a bite - Salad Near Me - Goleta, California

good food horrible service. I quit tipping long ago due to always receiving the wrong order once i already drove all the way to Montecito

I love getting lunch at The Natural Cafe. The food is always good, not expensive, and it's quick. My favorite dishes are the Good Karma burger (vegan tempeh burger, order without mayo for vegan and I like to add avocado) and the Tofu Veggie Bowl. I also love the Spiritual Spinach Salad (no feta for vegan) and always add sautéed tofu and avocado. My husband's favorite is the Chipotle Chik'n Sandwich (vegan) and my son loves to get a side of black beans and rice, sautéed tofu, and a tortilla and make his own little burrito! read more