Best Authentic Restaurants in Goleta

10 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

4.6

Exceptional(611)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Goleta

Booked 4 times today

Anything grilled is "divine" and the rest of the menu is "delectable" at the "charming" Italian in Santa Barbara known for its "excellent" execution of "simple" pasta, meats and other classics plus a "fantastic" wine list with many available by the glass; it's a local "favorite", so reservations are a must.

2. San Setto

4.4

Awesome(114)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Santa Barbara

Booked 5 times today

An intimate space featuring a contemporary Japanese menu highlighting fresh sushi, saké, craft cocktails, and occidental spirits.Marriott Bonvoy Members can earn points when staying with us. Please enroll here: https://www.joinmarriottbonvoy.com/uscanqr/s/EN/ch/sbarzFor parties with 8 guests or more a 26% service charge fee will be added to your final bill. For all guests there will be an 8.75% California State tax added to the final bill.

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3. Olio e Limone Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(2535)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 20 times today

Olio e Limone Ristorante, located in downtown Santa Barbara's ARTS District, serves artisanal Italian cuisine. Meaning “oil and lemon” in Italian, their restaurant’s name reflects husband-wife team Alberto and Elaine Morello’s philosophy: rely on the integrity of the ingredients and quality of the preparation to provide Santa Barbara diners “simply sophisticated” Italian cuisine served in an inviting atmosphere with European hospitality. Start with eggplant souffle, then tuck into a plate of house made duck ravioli or Sicilian spaghetti with bottarga. And be sure to take home a bottle of their own olio, an organic extra-virgin olive oil made from Sicilian olive varieties. Bonus: their contemporary Italian breakfast, lunch & retail spot Olio Bottega, and authentic pizzeria next door at Olio Pizzeria. Private dining in the Cucina Room for up to 40 guests.

4. Corazon Comedor

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Santa Barbara

Booked 9 times today

Corazon Comedor emerged from the longing of nostalgic food from the streets, markets, and homes of Mexico. We look forward to bringing this experience in each dish.

5. Olio Pizzeria

4.5

Awesome(1480)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Santa Barbara

Booked 17 times today

Olio Pizzeria is an upscale-casual pizzeria with salumi bar/wine bar/full bar which was inspired by the myriad neighborhood pizzerie and enoteche found around the corner from just about every piazza in Italy. This idea began to take shape before Alberto and Elaine Morello even opened Olio e Limone Ristorante, their fine dining Italian restaurant next door. Wine bars serving boutique salumi and formaggi are ubiquitous in Italy, as is a regionalism which the Morellos are excited to share with you. Sicily is an emerging powerhouse, and touches of Sicilian food and wine delight their guests. You’ll also find exciting tastes from Campania and other emerging regions on their menus, wine and beer lists. Takeout available. Buon appetito!

6. Bibi Ji

4.2

Awesome(314)

Price: Expensive

• Indian • Santa Barbara

Booked 14 times today

Modern Indian food featuring local produce and seafood paired with a robust low-intervention wine program curated by Alejandro Medina and James Beard Award winner Rajat Parr. Located directly across the street from the historic Granada Theatre in the heart of Santa Barbara's ARTS District. Join us in our lively, signature pastel pink dining room. Michelin Guide Central Coast Selection 2021, 2022 and 2023

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7. Intermezzo By Wine Cask

4.8

Exceptional(1767)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Barbara

Booked 6 times today

Intermezzo by Wine Cask New Menu by Executive Chef Mossin SugichModern American cuisine with a Mediterranean twist

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8. Ca' Dario Ristorante

4.7

Exceptional(1791)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Booked 19 times today

"Anything grilled is divine, and the rest of the menu is delectable at this charming Italian restaurant in Santa Barbara known for its excellent execution of simple pasta, meats and other classics. A fantastic wine list with many available by the glass; its a local favorite, so reservations are a must."

9. Chase Restaurant

3.6

Very Good(792)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Barbara

Chase Restaurant has been a beloved Santa Barbara institution since 1979. With its classic elegant Italian décor and warm, romantic ambiance, it truly transports you to Italy. The menu boasts the finest meat, seafood and pasta dishes, and traditional Italian desserts. The reviews are consistently positive, praising the food, service, and atmosphere. One reviewer said, 'We felt like we were in Italy!' Another noted, 'The food was excellent. The staff was extremely pleasant & looked like they enjoyed their job.' This is authentic Italian dining at its finest.

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10. Louie's California Bistro

3.9

Excellent(729)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Barbara

Booked 1 time today

Intimate and exclusive due to it's limited seating, Louie’s California Bistro has long been touted as one of Santa Barbara's favorite local secrets. Unconcerned with flashy food trends, the focus at Louie's has always been to take local ingredients and make them shine, often through classic style cooking and recipes. Add in Central Coast wines and a table on the historic wrap around veranda and you have the makings for a truly enjoyable dining experience. Louie's resides within a local landmark: The Upham Hotel. The Upham, built in 1871, is California's longest continuously operating hotel and is one of Santa Barbara's oldest buildings, having survived the earthquake of 1925.

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Carol
Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great place for a casual meal in a cosy indoor space. We visited on a Friday night at 6 and the place was full. Fortunately we had booked a table and were promptly seated. We shared the olive trio to nibble on while we waited and enjoyed a rosso di Montalcino. We then shared a generous chopped salad and a special pizza offering, the Wueen Margarita. Food and wine were delicious, the atmosphere was convivial, and the service was excellent.
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Olio PizzeriaPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Santa Barbara
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4.5
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tammy
Alabama •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always excellent, authentic, fresh and seasonal every time!
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Olio e Limone RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Barbara
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4.8
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Judyvip
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
We had a really great experience for my daughter's birthday dinner. The wait staff was very attentive and the food was great.
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Ca' Dario Cucina ItalianaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Goleta
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4.6
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Christian
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Very impressive atmosphere, unfortunately it was busy, a California roll we ordered came much later than expected, they comped the roll, without request and apologized. They saw my girlfriend who as that evening, became my fiancée. They noticed she looked cold, offered to close outside door and then brought her small blanket for her legs, considering she was wearing short dress. It made our night. Service top notch.
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San SettoPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Santa Barbara
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4.4
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dave
Hawaii •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 3, 2024
Great food. Service good. Noisy environment in center of room.
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Corazon ComedorPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Santa Barbara
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4.7

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Ca' Dario Cucina Italiana

2. San Setto

3. Olio e Limone Ristorante

4. Corazon Comedor

5. Olio Pizzeria

6. Bibi Ji

7. Intermezzo By Wine Cask

8. Ca' Dario Ristorante

9. Chase Restaurant

10. Louie's California Bistro

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