The Ellwood at Goleta Beach – American
Perched along the sun-drenched shores of Goleta Beach, this coastal retreat invites diners to linger over the rhythmic pulse of the Pacific in an atmosphere of breezy, seaside elegance. The kitchen celebrates the ocean’s bounty with vibrant plates of chilled rockfish ceviche and briny oysters on the half shell, beautifully balanced by the comforting warmth of crusty sourdough and creamy, artisanal burrata. Every visit feels like a quintessential California escape, where the salt air mingles with the aromas of crisp calamari and delicate ahi tuna poke to create a sensory tribute to life on the water.
5905 Sandspit Road, Goleta CA 93117 https://theellwood.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, raw-food, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its fair pricing and approachable menu, guests appreciate the consistent quality of the meals and the reliable, casual atmosphere. Reviewers highlight the value found in the dining experience, noting that the establishment serves as a dependable choice for those seeking a straightforward and comfortable meal.
Menu
Starters
- Sogno Toscano Burrata - $18: Salt-Roasted Beets, Heirloom Carrot, Espelette Honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Java Blue Crabcake - $27: Hand-Picked Blue Swimming Crab, Aioli, Frisée, Lemon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hope Ranch Mussels - $32: Spanish Chorizo, Roasted Tomato Broth, Grilled Sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salt and Pepper Calamari - $27: Green Garlic Aioli, Spicy Thai Chili Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crudité and Dip - $18: House Potato Chips, Petite Veggies, French Onion Dip Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Warm Sourdough & Butter - $10: Sourdough Boule from Röckenwagner Bakery, Vermont Creamery Butter, Maldon Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Raw Bar
- Oysters - Half Dozen - $24: East & West Coast with Mignonette Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shrimp Cocktail - $10: Two Colossal Gulf Shrimp, Cocktail Sauce, Lemon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, GERD-Friendly Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rockfish Ceviche - $28: Java Blue Lump Crab, Aguachile, Winter Citrus, Jicama Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ahi Tuna Poke - $27: Avocado, Persian Cucumber, Miso Tahini, Wonton Crisps Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ellwood's Reserve Caviar - $65: 30g Premium White Sturgeon Caviar, Creme Fraiché, Chive, Potato Crisps Dietary tags: Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Little Gem Caesar - $19: Parmigiano Reggiano, Buttered Brioche Croutons, White Anchovy, Classic Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Kale & Apple Salad - $18: Fiscalini Farmhouse Cheddar, Apple Chips, Pickled Shallots, Champagne Vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Iceberg Wedge Salad - $21: Daily’s Bacon, Point Reyes Blue, Egg, Tomato, Everything Seasoning, Buttermilk Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Ellwood’s Famous Clam Chowder - $17: Santa Barbara Style, Cheddar Gratin Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chinese Chicken Salad - $27: Mandarin, Cashew, Crispy Noodles & Wontons, Poached Chicken Breast, Sesame Ginger Dressing Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day: Seasonally Inspired Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Braised Beef Short Rib - $55: Double R Ranch Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrot, Broccolini, Red Wine Jus Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Ora King Salmon - $64: New Zealand Sashimi-Grade Salmon, Arugula, Peppadew, Lemon Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Poached Lobster Linguine - $49: Santa Barbara Spiny Lobster Tail, Lobster Sauce Américaine, Baby Zucchini Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Jidori Half Chicken - $39: Chicken Pan Jus, Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges, Green Garlic Aioli Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seared Diver Scallops - $52: Acquarello Risotto, Crispy Serrano Ham, Roman Artichoke Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Pappardelle - $42: Braised Short Rib, Mushroom Sofrito, Creme Fraiche, Parmigiano Reggiano Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Whole Branzino - $61: Chimichurri, Charred Lemon, Olive Oil Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish of the Day: Locally Caught, Simply Prepared Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steak Frites - $27: 6oz Prime Creekstone Farms Hanger Steak, Peppercorn Sauce, Fries Available at: dinner, lunch
Steaks & Chops
- Creekstone Farms Ribeye - $72: 30-day Dry Aged, 14oz, Center Cut Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- USDA PRIME New York Strip - $75: 16oz, Center Cut, Grass Fed Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Char-Siu Pork Tomahawk - $59: Bone-In, 14oz Pasture-Raised Pork, Chinese BBQ Glaze, Cucumber Salad
- Creekstone Farms Filet Mignon - $68: Center Cut, 7oz Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
Sandwiches
- The Goleta Burger - $18: Signature Blend Patty, New School American Cheese, Iceberg, Tomato, Ellwood Sauce, Pickle Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna Melt - $22: Albacore Tuna Salad, New School American Cheese, Griddled Marble Rye Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Club - $18: Grilled Chicken Breast, Lettuce, Tomato, Avocado, Mayo, Toasted Sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic B.L.T. - $18: Crispy Daily’s Bacon, Iceberg, Sliced Tomato, Mayo Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts - $14: Toasted Pecan, White Balsamic, Cashew Butter Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sweet Potato Wedges - $12: Green Garlic Aioli, Spicy Thai Chili Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Herb Broccolini - $14: Garlic, Chili Flake, Cashew Butter, Lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac and Cheese - $15: Lumache Pasta, Toasted Breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Joel Robuchon Mashed Potatoes - $14: Butter, Cream, Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- High Fashion Cocktail: Fat-Washed Black Market Ellwood Private Barrel Rye, Date Syrup, Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bad Bunny Cocktail: Amaras Mezcal, Pressed Carrot Juice, Lime, Ginger, Firewater Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Spicy Mermaid Cocktail: Maestro Dobel Diamante Tequila, Jalapeño Agave, Lime, Lemon bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bonito's Dark Roast Coffee Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Iced Tea
- Orange Juice
Frequently Asked Questions about The Ellwood at Goleta Beach
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Sogno Toscano Burrata, Java Blue Crabcake, Hope Ranch Mussels, Rockfish Ceviche, and the famous clam chowder.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features an approachable American selection including seafood starters, salads, and diverse dietary options like keto, vegan, and gluten-free.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for The Ellwood at Goleta Beach.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the fair pricing, approachable menu, consistent meal quality, and the reliable, casual atmosphere for a comfortable dining experience.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Dishes suitable for both keto and gluten-free diets include the Sogno Toscano Burrata and the Shrimp Cocktail.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- The Ellwood offers a reliable, casual atmosphere and approachable menu suitable for comfortable, straightforward dining at a moderate price.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact the restaurant by visiting their website at https://theellwood.com/ for more information.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The Ellwood at Goleta Beach is located along the shores of Goleta Beach in California.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This American restaurant stands out for its fair pricing and approachable menu, offering a dependable, casual dining experience with consistent quality.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The Ellwood offers a breezy, seaside elegance with a reliable, casual atmosphere perfect for a comfortable and straightforward coastal dining experience.
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