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    Finney's Crafthouse - Goleta

    4.0 (101 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Mike S.

    Great laid back ambiance, sat at bar, serving very was quick and friendly. Had wagyu burger and buffalo cauliflower. Both choices we delicious .

    Yuzu chicken wings
    Sarah S.

    Came here for a work group end of the year party. We had 7 people and our wait was about 15 minutes at 6pm on a rainy Thursday night. It's a great location in the shopping center and plenty of parking out front. The decor and ambiance is a nice open floor plan with that brewery touch. It was very clean and nice and warm inside on the cold fall night. We got the cheesesteak appetizer which was DELICIOUS and coconut shrimp. The group ordered tacos, wings and some different burgers. I got the Norwegian salmon sandwich with a side of sweet potato fries. The salmon was perfectly cooked and delicious. I like the bread they use and the tomatoes have some tasty seasoning on them. There wasn't a lot of arugula but a perfect amount of sauce as to not overwhelm the salmon. It wasn't a super packed or fancy sandwich but very good. The sweet potato fries were on the thin side but good and a nice amount. The potato chips that come standard with the meal are DELICIOUS! We got some churros to go. They didn't seem very fresh, but good none the less, but probably not worth the order over the brownie Sunday which looked much better and fresh! Overall I really like this menu. It's diverse and there are multiple things I wanted to order.

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    Sean G.

    Great beer selection, lots of local options. Top place for happy hour in the area. Great prices during happy hour. The appetizers are really good. The regular menu is a bit expensive. Causal vibe. Extremely clean restrooms. Service is a bit a slow but the staff nice.

    Brian B.

    Fantastic experience. Loved the ambiance. Food quality is surprisingly good for a gastropub

    Ruchira C.

    Finney's Crafthouse at Goleta always has a HUGE WAITING, so feeling quite intrigued, we reserved a place for ourselves and waited over 45 minutes. [We usually don't do waiting for dining or drinks - feels kinda over the top :-b]. The place surely runs full-as in to the brim, with even the bar being over full. We got ourselves a tiny-mini table for two. Our server was really nice & attentive. The food and drinks were okay, maybe due to the rush. There are not too many vegetarian options, however, they have a huge selection of beverages. Can give the place a try the next time you are in Santa Barbara or in Goleta.

    Elaine L.

    It's always a good experience when we come here. The food is delicious. The ambiance is nice. The service is good.

    Had such a good time here today! My friend is moving out of town soon and we needed a good place to catch up. We stayed awhile when it wasn't busy (3pm Saturday) and didn't feel rushed! We had great service from a blonde young woman named Kira, and our hostess was also super nice. Seems like all of the employees here are always working hard to clear the tables for the next party! Also, they greet you as you walk in and say goodbye as you leave. I notice the employees give that great service to all customers that come in. The buffalo cauliflower appetizer was to die for. I prefer this location to the downtown one.

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    Imo O.

    Goleta needed a Finney's! Such a great addition to the Camino Real Marketplace. We came before lunch and were seated immediately. I love Finney's because you can order a few apps, drinks, and just have a good time. Our server Nicole was so sweet and shared her recommendations with us. We shared the Cheesesteak egg rolls, Brussels, and Steak Taquitos. All were so tasty and came out quick. Drinks were great as well, so great we did a second round. Can't want to come back here again.

    Chicken strips... Well- done
    Art V.

    Not a local. Came out here for a relaxing time, but needed something delicious to fuel my life. Google was good to me today. I searched "cuppy pepperoni" and this location came back. The flatbread pizza was sooooo good .I also ordered chicken strips, just to try a piece, and I have no idea what they season them with....but I loved it! I appreciate the attention to detail. I said well-done to everything and that's what I got.

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    Jamez C.

    Ordered my first and maybe last burger at Finney's. Think they could spare some fry's? Really, Al cart everything? Great beer selection but come on, make it a worthy night out.

    Chantel S.

    Finney's is a great spot to stop by and grab some good food and watch some sports on tv! With lots of options to choose from you can't go wrong. We had the chicken sandwich, buffalo wings, pepperoni pizza and bacon cheeseburger, with the pizza and chicken sandwich being the standouts. Service was the only thing that fell a little short, waiting long stretches of time to order drinks and further the food. Whether you're near state street or near the coast in Goleta, either location is a good option for some classic bar food!

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    The loaded tater tots are SO GOOD! I would eat 10 of them at once if I could. The servers are also always great

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    Amazing! Food was great and fun to watch a game here!!!!!! Def order the wings and the Brussel sprout

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    The Imperial

    The Imperial

    4.5
    (204 reviews)
    2.9 mi
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    Oh boy the amount of times I have been inebriated here. Birthday parties, coming home celebrations,…read morecheeky post-work cocktails that accidentally turn into two in the mornings; New Years Eves, Potlucks, Aloha Sundays, Halloweens and everything in between. This is a great bar and there's just no way around that. The drinks are tough, the vibes are immaculate, the bartenders have teeth and the regulars are absolutely bananas. I love it here. It's probably the only bar you can roll into by yourself as a woman and feel comfortable. As if things couldn't get any better, there's a treasure of a human in there who spins vinyl on Friday nights (maybe Saturdays also, but don't quote me) and you really shouldn't miss that experience. Thank you Imperial and staff for your phenomenal service. You've truly cultivated something wonderful.

    What an amazing hidden gem in Goleta!…read more While visiting the town, we were looking for a lounge walking distance from our hotel. We found this cool spot via yelp. A for atmosphere. You are transformed into a tiki/tropical/ vintage/bohemian not sure what to call it atmosphere. Super mellow and chill. We sat at a corner couch across from the bar. Comfy and relaxing, and dim lighting. Drink menu was diverse. Great selection. From cocktails to all types of alcohol. With an average price range of $15. Bartender knew his craft. All drinks ordered were great! C for service. The service dept needs some help, and I get it, with one person serving 15+ people. It is impossible to provide a5 star service. Initially service was great with a smile when we first arrived @ 6 pm. But soon after the bar became super busy. The wait was 20-30 minutes for an order. It was time to leave. We asked for our check and it came non-itemized. If it was 2 or 4 drinks that would be fine, but we were party of 3 with over 10 drinks. Then we had to wait again after asking for an itemized check. Waiter stated they need to hand write as their "machine" was not working. That took more time than needed. Ahhhhhh.... Ah well.. you can't get it all. Hence the 3.5 stars. I recommend, to sit at the bar and maybe pay cash to avoid hurdles I experienced.

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    CAYA Restaurant

    3.8
    (103 reviews)
    3.0 mi
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    I would like to be able to recommend this restaurant because it's very cute and the bartender was…read moreso friendly, but overall it was a disappointment. The food is so-so. I tried the Cali Hummus, shrimp quesadilla and chicken tacos while staying at the hotel the restaurant is in. The tacos were pretty good, but the pita bread with the hummus was burned and the quesadilla was lacking seasoning. The margarita on Margarita Monday was quite good though, so maybe just grab a drink before going elsewhere for food. The biggest problem though is that they don't open on time and the service is overall really spotty. One morning I was down for breakfast 30 mins after they should have opened and the front desk told me it could be 30 mins more because they were still waiting for someone to show up. The next time I tried to do breakfast they were open, but after standing around for a few minutes with nobody in sight, I decided to try something else. Fortunately there are some good options in walking distance. Sunshine cafe and Lighthouse coffee were both enjoyable.

    Service was really good and the view was very peaceful. The outside patio has a nice view of the…read moremountain with palm trees and the pool. It made me think, this is the type of place I would have my family stay at if they were to visit. The last place we visited made me think I was getting burger week flavor fatigue... until Caya proved me wrong. Caya was our 5th burger of the day and WOWED me! This place was marked as "?" (we weren't sure if we really wanted to try it). Everything about the burger was cooked to perfection. The egg's yolk drips down the burger after you take your 1st bite, the flavor was a beautiful marriage in my mouth and the burger was juicy! At first I thought it was fat on the plate, but upon a closer look it was the burger juice (want to clarify it was not bloody). The jalapeños added a nice texture and slight heat, the chipotle was the perfect sauce for it. This burger is definitely worth trying for burger week!

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    Roof Top Bistro & Bar

    Roof Top Bistro & Bar

    3.8
    (160 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I had an excellent experience at the Roof Top Bistro & Bar. We came for the 4th of July to check…read moreout the New Vibe band. I was pleased to see that happy hour was still being offered despite the holiday. The menu offers a nice selection of bites and discounted drinks at great prices! For food, we ordered the carne asada flatbread, onion rings, garlic herb fries, and chicken wings. All of which were enjoyable! Although, I will mention that the carne asada had a slightly funny taste that wasn't very pleasing. It was tolerable, but could have been better. Despite that, the food was delicious. We also ordered the white chocolate & raspberry cheesecake. The cheesecake comes from the Cheesecake Factory! So, you know it's going to be good and it was. The presentation was beautiful as well. For drinks, I had the Prickly Pear margarita and Paloma. Both were well made and refreshing to drink. I love the rooftop vibes here! The layout is great and the views are amazing. More like Mountain View's, but still nice to be up high with sky views. There's also a restroom available, so you don't have to go downstairs. Our waitress Caitlyn was such a sweetheart throughout our visit. She had great recommendations and consistently checked on us. The music was great and it was good vibes all around! They have different bands that play here. Check out their website or instagram for more information on that. Overall, a lovely time was had and I would definitely come back here.

    The atmosphere and view alone are reason enough to pay a visit. Located at the top of the Hilton…read moreGardens Inn gives an amazing 360 degree view of the Central Coast. The food and bar are well above standard and I cannot say enough about how delicious the menu varieties are having eaten here several times. The food will not disappoint!

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    Marisella

    Marisella

    4.2
    (102 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$$$

    So good and so glad we came here. Service was really top notch…read more We ordered sparkling water, focaccia bread w/ whipped ricotta, the chicken dish, two pastas and an eggplant parmesan. Also a side of the green beans. My boyfriend's birthday was yesterday (on Christmas) so it's hard to make it special sometimes. We came here because we wanted a special experience and that's definitely what we got! My dad is also insanely hard to please and always finds som reason to complain, but he had no complaints here! Cant wait to come back. The hostess was super nice and also our server did a great job (she was a nice woman with dark chin/shoulder length hair) didn't get her name I forgot! Editing this 24hrs later because my dad still won't stop talking about how amazing our dinner here was...I guess we have a new go to place for special occasions!

    We visited Marisella for Valentine's Day dinner and were fortunate to secure an 8:45 p.m…read more reservation. From the moment you pull into the circular drive for valet at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara, the experience feels elevated. After being directed through the property to the back where the restaurant is located, we were greeted warmly and seated promptly at a table that was ready and waiting for us. For Valentine's Day, they offered a curated four-course menu rather than à la carte ordering. The courses were well executed and thoughtfully paced. I have a fruit allergy, and the staff was very mindful of that, which I appreciated. Accommodations were handled professionally without making it feel like an inconvenience. Service was somewhat mixed. Our primary waitress seemed informal and borderline overwhelmed throughout the evening. In contrast, the support staff--runners, bussers, and cocktail servers--were polished, attentive, and proactive. At times, they felt more engaged than our assigned server. The food itself was excellent. Everything we had was flavorful and well presented. The wine list was strong, which is not surprising given the property's location and reputation. There are plenty of higher-end selections available. The exclusive cocktail menu, however, is fairly small. They can certainly make anything you request, but if you are hoping for a large selection of signature house cocktails, you may find it limited. Overall, it was a very good experience, especially for a major holiday evening. I would absolutely return and look forward to visiting again on a non-holiday night to see how the restaurant performs under more typical conditions.

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    Orecchiette pasta
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    Finney's Crafthouse - Goleta - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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