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Golden Hour
Fish & chips
Oysters
Shrimp cocktail (love the mini pickles)
Short ribs
3 of us came for dinner, but they were closed on 2/9 at 6pm.
Front Bar
Where else can you see a view of a pier with this perspective while enjoying a bottle of Hundred Acre?!
Short rib pappardelle. This ain't your grandma's beef stroganoff... deliciously chewy noodles, tangy sour cream.
He couldn't stop eating the au gratin clam chowder long enough for me to get a photo.
The Ellwood Breakfast Restaurant ·$$$

Now serving brunch Saturdays and Sundays starting at 10am, lunch Wednesday through Sunday from 11am, and dinner seven nights a week beginning at 5pm! Join us for our new Happy Hour, Wednesday through Sunday from 3–5pm. Welcome to The Ellwood at Goleta Beach—Santa Barbara County’s premier oceanfront dining destination. Just a minute from UCSB and the Santa Barbara Airport, The Ellwood offers a warm, elevated setting for everything from casual meals to unforgettable celebrations. Our menu is rooted in fresh, locally sourced ingredients and inspired coastal flavors, with standout dishes designed to be shared and savored. From handcrafted cocktails to a thoughtfully curated wine list, our beverage program pairs perfectly with the views. Whether you're a local or visiting from out of town, we can’t wait to welcome you to The Ellwood.

Website: theellwood.com

Phone: (805) 335-2878

Cross Streets: Near the intersection of Sandspit Rd and Moffett Pl

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  • Tue Closed

5905 Sandspit Rd Goleta, CA 93117 ·2266.74 mi

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Amenities

  • Accessible
  • Smoke-free

Reviews

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4.0 290 reviews
5 star
148 4 star
41 3 star
42 2 star
32 1 star
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Lulumiro M. 10/30/26

What an absolutely wonderful dining experience! The restaurant boasts breathtaking views, elegant décor, a spotless atmosphere, and impeccable service. Our waitress, Joselin, was simply...

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Kristen R. 10/27/26

What a wonderful experience. We stopped in after picking up my parents from the airport, looking for a quick bite and a drink at the bar before heading home. We arrived around 8:15 p.m. knowing...

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Rosie O. 09/25/26

Decided to stop in at Ellwood for happy hour. They call it Golden Hour? We love Goleta beach and miss the restaurant that was there, so decided to give Ellwood a try. Great greetings and helpful...

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Mary R. 10/11/26

I'm so glad there is a new restaurant in this location. We stopped in for cocktails before our evening flight. We wanted to get our last ocean views before flying north. The bartender and owner...

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Mike A. 10/26/26

Unacceptable treatment on our anniversary We booked a patio reservation at The Ellwood more than a month in advance for our anniversary. Three hours before our reservation, they called to say...

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