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GO GOLETA

LOCAL LOVE
There's never been a better time
to eat and drink in Goleta.
Here's the inside dish from three
locals on their favorite places
to eat, drink and play.

AMANDA DE LUCIA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR,
GOLETA VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

MICHAEL CRAIG, OWNER AND DISTILLER,
GOLETA RED DISTILLING COMPANY

FOR DATE NIGHT

FAVORITE PLACE TO GRAB A DRINK AFTER WORK

Ca'Dario has a nice ambiance. It feels like
more than your average "let's have a quick bite
to eat after work"-type place.

For beer, I like Draughtsmen Aleworks'
Awesome Possum IPA and M. Special's
The Greatland IPA. For cocktails, I'll
go to the Imperial Lounge or Outpost
at The Kimpton Goodland hotel. The
rooftop at Hilton Garden Inn is nice
when they have live music.

FOR FAMILY FRIENDLY DINING

FOR DATE NIGHT
BEST PLACE TO TAKE OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS

FOR DATE NIGHT

The Nugget Bar & Grill. I love their grilled
steak salad. I'm a simple gal!
FOR FAMILY FRIENDLY DINING

Pepe's Mexican Restaurant has an
affordable buffet on Tuesday and Friday
nights. It makes dinner quick and easy
for everybody to find their favorites.
Plus: Margaritas!

Beachside Bar Cafe. You can't beat it! On a
good day, you can see dolphins. On a great
day, you can see whales. There's a real local
feel here. You see the pier and everyone out
there fishing. It conveys the feeling of our
laid-back Goleta lifestyle, that hometown
kind of feel.
BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE SUNSET

Jane at the Marketplace. It's casual, and
the food and service are great. I like their
chicken piccata and burgers. There's a really
nice cocktail menu and wine list, too.
FOR FAMILY-FRIENDLY DINING

Hollister Brewing Company has something
for everyone on the menu. Plus, there's
always good beer. We often go for sushi at
Itsuki. They're very friendly to kids there.

Haskell's Beach
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BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE SUNSET

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Ellwood Bluffs

Come to the Stow House/Rancho La Patera
property and walk around picturesque
Lake Los Carneros. It's one of the top birdwatching spots in the nation. It's a gem.
You'll get the local feel for Goleta. It's tucked
here in the midst of our hectic life. It's a
rejuvenating space, and we all need that!

ALL VISITORS TO GOLETA SHOULD ...

Rent bikes and ride all around town.
Go to Goleta Beach, UCSB and up to
Glen Annie, then stop by M. Special
Brewing Co. for a well-deserved brew.

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Nikka Fish Market and Grill has great
seafood. Mesa Burger and On The Alley
are always delicious, too.
BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE SUNSET

The end of Goleta Pier. Whenever I need
a place to think and it's sunset time,
that's my place.

Background and top right (x2) photos by Blake Bronstad

LISA BOELTER, CO-OWNER,
ANNA'S MARKETPLACE BAKERY

Masala Spice Indian Cuisine is a great spot
on Calle Real. It's a casual place with very
attentive service. Try their samosas and naan.
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