Gluten-Free Friendly Places with Outdoor Seating in Goleta, California

Last updated February 2025

  • (29)
    325 Rutherford St, Goleta, CA 93117
    $$ • Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Pupusas, Taquitos

    Featured review snippet "Thanks for making my celiac girls happy to have safe food at the Wrexham at UCSB game!"
  • (16)
    325 Rutherford St, Goleta, CA 93117
    $$ • Cidery
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Cider

    Featured review snippet "The ales were ok and the variety was fun to try."
  • (4)
    2 safety ratings
    38 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "They had a separate fryer and a variety of gluten-free salad and hummus."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    5668 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117
    $ • Cafe
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Smoothies, Rice Bowls

    Featured review snippet "Always good! Nice to have gf granola substitution."
  • (13)
    4 safety ratings
    4865 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93111
    $ • Fast Food Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Fries

    Featured review snippet "My celiac daughter and I have been safe eating here BUT we learned that the sauce (even on allergy burgers) can be used from the same container."
  • (289)
    1017 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Bakery, Cafe
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Cakes, Cheesecake, Sandwiches, Brownies & more

    Featured review snippet "My gosh wife and I have Celiac and make point of visiting Lilac every time we come to Santa Barbara."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    901 Embarcadero del Mar, Isla Vista, CA 93117
    $ • Poke Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Poke

    Featured review snippet "Menu clearly identified which items were gluten free."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    6940 Marketplace Drive, Goleta, CA 93117
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Salad, Burgers, Cocktails

    Featured review snippet "Always happy to check if they can make something GF."
  • (9)
    5 safety ratings
    879 Embarcadero del Norte, Isla Vista, CA 93117
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Nachos

    Featured review snippet "I go here almost every week and I have celiac."
  • 10. Ca'Dario

    (4)
    4 safety ratings
    250 Storke Rd #B, Goleta, CA 93117
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Salad, Panna Cotta, Pizza, Steak & more

    Featured review snippet "I called ahead and the manager ensured me that they can use a separate pot of water for gluten free pasta although it’s not their default, so you have to ask them to do that (I’d recommend calling ahead)."
  • (13)
    5 safety ratings
    3825 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns

    Featured review snippet "Overall it seems like the management takes celiac seriously and trains the staff well."
  • (1)
    185 S Patterson Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93111
    $$ • Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

  • (29)
    310 Chapala St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Tacos, Tortillas, Cakes, Dessert, Salad & more

    Featured review snippet "Big recommendation for gluten free street tacos in Santa Barbara <3"
  • (5)
    2 safety ratings
    7010 Market Pl Dr, Goleta, CA 93117
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns, Fries

    Featured review snippet "I got a chicken sandwich which maybe isn’t conventional but it was excellent."
  • (2)
    5722 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The halibut fish tacos are amazing."
  • (15)
    12 safety ratings
    202 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cheesecake, Dessert, Paella

    Featured review snippet "This place is a must-visit if you’re in Santa Barbara."
  • (10)
    3 safety ratings
    3815 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The waiter was able to tell us which sides are gluten free, which can be adjusted to be gf, and alerted us that the fryer is shared and not gf without us asking."
  • (1)
    7018 Market Pl Dr, Goleta, CA 93117
    $ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Muffins, Bread/Buns

  • (7)
    7 safety ratings
    5 W Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Fried Rice, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Rice Bowls, Salad & more

    Featured review snippet "Asked if I had celiac and if cross contamination was a concern."
  • (1)
    4447 Hollister Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
    $ • Coffee Shop
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Bread/Buns, Sandwiches, Bagels

  • (46)
    4 safety ratings
    24 W Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Cafe, Deli
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Bread/Buns, Salad, Sandwiches, Cupcakes & more

    Featured review snippet "A must visit for me when in Santa Barbara!"
  • (5)
    4 safety ratings
    1325 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad, Steak, Pasta, Dessert

    Featured review snippet "No illness at all and they were all super familiar with handling celiac."
  • 23. Oku

    (18)
    10 safety ratings
    29 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Asian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sushi

    Featured review snippet "Server was very knowledgeable and helpful finding celiac safe options."
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    205 W Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Excellent food and the best dinner we had during a week in Santa Barbara."
  • 25. The Lark

    (6)
    5 safety ratings
    131 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Cocktails, Ceviche

    Featured review snippet "We had a delicious meal here with our coeliac son."
  • (18)
    4 safety ratings
    101 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad

    Featured review snippet "Our server was knowledgeable and helpful to help me choose a fish dish that was gluten free."
  • (23)
    1209 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    $$$ • Restaurant
    dedicated gluten-free badge Reported to be dedicated gluten-free

    GF menu items: Dessert, Bread/Buns, Pasta, Cakes, Tiramisu & more

    Featured review snippet "This is the smaller sister restaurant of the one in Santa Barbara"
  • 28. Local

    (13)
    13 safety ratings
    1187 Coast Village Rd, Montecito, CA 93108
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Calamari, Fries, Salad, Tacos & more

    Featured review snippet "He noted that the owner’s kids have celiac and so they have numerous gluten free menu items and have protocols in place for cross contact and even have dedicated GF fryers!"
  • (9)
    6 safety ratings
    17 W Victoria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "We ordered a side of vegetables, and the waiter said they are gluten free, but they will be careful when cooking them because I have celiac."
  • (4)
    3 safety ratings
    102 E Yanonali St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Brewery
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Beer (Gluten-Reduced), Beer, Cider

    Featured review snippet "I am celiac and have tried for years to find good gluten-free beer."
  • 31. Rose Cafe

    (2)
    2 safety ratings
    1816 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    $$ • Cafe
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about celiac and gluten-free accommodations."
  • (1)
    3343 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $$ • Italian Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pasta

    Featured review snippet "Friendly staff that are very knowledgeable about Celiac, just don't go when they're busy!"
  • (5)
    3 safety ratings
    217 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $ • Mexican Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tacos

    Featured review snippet "Chips and street tacos were excellent!"
  • (13)
    8 safety ratings
    35 State St a, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Pizza, Burgers, Tacos, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

    Featured review snippet "Waitress recommended the pizza as the option with the least amount of CC."
  • (1)
    2819 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
  • (4)
    3 safety ratings
    2981 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Bread/Buns, Sandwiches

  • 37. Zaytoon

    (7)
    2 safety ratings
    209 E Canon Perdido St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Middle Eastern Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Salad

    Featured review snippet "Other reviews made me worry that cross contamination would be a concern, but I am celiac and feel fine."
  • (11)
    3 safety ratings
    1225 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Sushi Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Sushi, Soy Sauce, Soup

    Featured review snippet "Staff was very knowledgeable about menu items that were gluten free."
  • (8)
    5 safety ratings
    119 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    $$$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "A great lunch with an excellent view of the Santa Barbara Harbor."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    3302 McCaw Ave, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $$ • Brewpub
    No GF Menu
  • (4)
    4 safety ratings
    705 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$$ • Restaurant
    No GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Was recommended by a good friend who is celiac and eats here regularly with success."
  • (2)
    2 safety ratings
    3026 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    $$ • Indian Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "The manager said they are very careful to avoid cross contamination with gluten."
  • (9)
    3 safety ratings
    1324 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Mexican Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Tortilla Chips

    Featured review snippet "My dad (not gluten restricted) and I (celiac) got dinner to go from Carlitos."
  • (6)
    3 safety ratings
    1112 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$ • Pizza Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Meatballs, Salad, Pizza, Bread/Buns & more

    Featured review snippet "Gluten free items are clearly marked with a variety of options."
  • (3)
    2 safety ratings
    1118 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
    $$ • Restaurant
    GF Menu
    Featured review snippet "Had a fantastic time and asked about a GF Menu and guess what!!!"
  • (1)
    406 E Haley St #3, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    Brewery
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Burgers, Fries, Cider

  • (1)
    119 Harbor Way B, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
    $ • Sushi Restaurant
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Beer (Gluten-Reduced), Sushi

    Featured review snippet "Their head cashier has great knowledge of celiac and they are quite accommodating."
  • 48. Blackbird

    (1)
    36 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
    $$$ • Restaurant, Steakhouse
    No GF Menu

    GF menu items: Cocktails

    Featured review snippet "No dedicated fryer / specific gluten-free breads or pastas, but they bent over backwards to accommodate me."
  • (3)
    3 safety ratings
    1260 Channel Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    $$$ • Italian Restaurant
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert

    Featured review snippet "Had the most amazing meal - started with GF bread and safe herbed butter, then a salad with burrata and berries, and capped off with a fantastic pasta dish."
  • (6)
    2 safety ratings
    1024 Coast Village Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93108
    $ • Ice Cream Shop
    GF Menu

    GF menu items: Dessert, Ice Cream, Ice Cream Cones

    Featured review snippet "Nobody in our family had a reaction, including our sensitive son with celiac."

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