Natural Cafe

Places pretty good, they offered good selection so I didn't have to read through the menu and it was great. Desserts are awesome as well!

Best food at a budget! Better food than some of the fancier places. Lunch specials are really good and filling. The soups of the day are to die for

Fantastic food for good prices!

Great, healthy food, and wide selection of options. Very popular with locals and out-of-town regulars and guests like me.

This place was perfect for a quick stop off the freeway on a long drive home. A lot of delicious items on the menu, something for everyone and decent portions. Try a slice of carrot cake, you won't regret it. Veggie bacon bits which was cool. Dog friendly outside. The staff was so friendly and pleasant which just made it that much better. Clean bathrooms too.

Overall, one of the best Natural Cafes I visited. The staff was attentive and was able to help with any questions about dietary restrictions. I had the Good Karma Burger and it came fresh off the grill. All the ingredients were top quality. The line may be long at times, but I would recommend waiting and giving their food a try.

Food is always fresh and delicious, cashier is also friendly and smily. Me and my mom love to go there every week. The best part is the water & utensils station is nice & clean each time we visit.

We ordered the Mt. Fuji stir fry and the turkey burger, and both were awesome! Everything was fresh, and the portions were delicious. The chicken in the stir fry was fresh, and perfectly cooked. Service was very friendly, and sitting out under the beautifully lit tree was lovely. Happy to come back again soon!

Love love love this little place. Every dish I have had has been fantastic. Their hummus platter (sounds boring right?) is freaking AMAZING. I can’t say enough about this place, so I say it with my money every time I am in town. It’s the only place I go to!!!

Love this spot, and I am there almost too often. Great food. The old town salad is my go-to with tahini (highly addictive) and I genuinely appreciate the fact that they have a veggie soup daily. The lentil soup is my favorite. Marco also handles the location with true grace with an honest connection. It makes coming back pleasant..

Had a wonderful lunch here on a Sunday after enjoying the Farmer's Market with my mom. Outdoor seating was shaded and customer service was exceptional. Food portions were very generous and flavors were delicious.

Very convenient restaurant in a strip mall with plenty of free parking. Various seating options, including generous dog friendly outdoor seating. The menu is extensive with something for everyone. Many healthy options and plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free menu items. Fish tacos were very good. Tuna sandwich has a very generous serving of tuna. Clean, single stall restrooms.

Had the Ranch Salad w/Grilled Chicken... freshly grated carrots and Jicama. Love the funny Ranch dressing, runs easily throughout the salad. Delicious! Hubby had the Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich...then had some of my salad. Delicious!

A fresh take on fusion food asian stir fry and turkey burgers are my go to. Goleta location has plenty of outdoor seating in a convinient location with reasonable prices for what you get.. one of my favs!!

Went to Natural Cafe for lunch. The service was quick and the workers were extremely kind. We tried the tuna sandwich, veggie quesadillas, veggie bowl, and the caesar salad. Everything was really good! My favorite was the veggie quesadilla, they put squash and a bunch of veggies in it. Sooo yummy! We also had the carrot cake for dessert. So moist and the walnuts in it were delicious. Definitely go here for lunch if you’re hungry and in the mood for some good, wholesome food!

Best albacore salad I've had in a long time. It was cold, crisp, tons of flavor, great textures. If I lived close I'd be there every chance I could. Yummy!!

The food is healthy, fresh, and yummie. The place has no odors, decorated with simplicity and relaxing, bathrooms are also upkept. So glad I found instead of Panda Express!!

High-quality food at great prices, ample seating inside and out, fast and efficient counter-style service! My Veggie Lasagna was packed with veggies and there was even filtered water available for free :) LOVE this place 😍

Loved their food and ambience. Good place to get some healthy food with your friends. Loved their sandwiches and cheesecake!

Came here with a group of friends and we were welcomed so warmly by the staff and the delicious food. We were looking for something fresh and delicious and we were not disappointed. The portions were very large and our orders came out very quick. The soup was hearty and tasted like how my grandma used to make it. The presentation really pulled us in and the flavour is what made us stay longer. I am so thankful to the team that served us and made our stay worthwhile. The dill salad dressing was delicious and the pasta was fresh and perfectly cooked. We will definitely be coming back.

Great place for some healthy options for lunch. I had the turkey sandwich. It came with nice thick slices of turkey - so you could tell it was not processed. It included lettuce, tomatoes, and sprouts. I really liked it. It also was large enough for two meals. The vegetarian burritos were also very good. Best of all however, was the flourless chocolate cake. Don’t leave without trying that. Great place to get lunch.

WOW, one word…DELICIOUS! Can’t believe it took me so long to try Natural Cafe! I was throughly impressed with the Mt. Fuji Stir Fry…chicken was super juicy with the perfect char broiled flavor, veggies were super fresh and cooked perfectly! Portions are VERY generous! Will definitely be back to try other items on the menu, but this was a GREAT first visit!

The most difficult for Muslim during travel is to get a halal food. Normally the option is to get the food from vegetarian or seafood restaurant. However I have a good here, grill salmon with rice and pasta is suitable especially for Malaysian. Great food with reasonable price. Staff really helpful.

Stopped in here and got the nachos grande which was delicious! Order at the counter and they bring it to you. Inside and outside seating. Plenty of parking as it’s part of a larger complex with tons of stores and restaurants.

Bernard Jeremy

Stopped in here and got the nachos grande which was delicious! Order at the counter and they bring it to you. Inside and outside seating. Plenty of parking as it’s part of a larger complex with tons of stores and restaurants.

Hope Seman Hempstead

Had the Ranch Salad w/Grilled Chicken... freshly grated carrots and Jicama. Love the funny Ranch dressing, runs easily throughout the salad. Delicious! Hubby had the Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich...then had some of my salad. Delicious!

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A fresh take on fusion food asian stir fry and turkey burgers are my go to. Goleta location has plenty of outdoor seating in a convinient location with reasonable prices for what you get.. one of my favs!!

Sarah K

Went to Natural Cafe for lunch. The service was quick and the workers were extremely kind. We tried the tuna sandwich, veggie quesadillas, veggie bowl, and the caesar salad. Everything was really good! My favorite was the veggie quesadilla, they put squash and a bunch of veggies in it. Sooo yummy! We also had the carrot cake for dessert. So moist and the walnuts in it were delicious. Definitely go here for lunch if you’re hungry and in the mood for some good, wholesome food!

Claudia Hernandez-Franco

Best albacore salad I've had in a long time. It was cold, crisp, tons of flavor, great textures. If I lived close I'd be there every chance I could. Yummy!!

K C

The food is healthy, fresh, and yummie. The place has no odors, decorated with simplicity and relaxing, bathrooms are also upkept. So glad I found instead of Panda Express!!

Lauren Koors

High-quality food at great prices, ample seating inside and out, fast and efficient counter-style service! My Veggie Lasagna was packed with veggies and there was even filtered water available for free :) LOVE this place 😍

Will Heo

Loved their food and ambience. Good place to get some healthy food with your friends. Loved their sandwiches and cheesecake!

Maha Alabduljalil

First timer but forever lover 💚 the cashier recommended (Tostada salad 🥗 ) and he was absolutely right 👍🏼

Andre Arsenault

Came here with a group of friends and we were welcomed so warmly by the staff and the delicious food. We were looking for something fresh and delicious and we were not disappointed. The portions were very large and our orders came out very quick. The soup was hearty and tasted like how my grandma used to make it. The presentation really pulled us in and the flavour is what made us stay longer. I am so thankful to the team that served us and made our stay worthwhile. The dill salad dressing was delicious and the pasta was fresh and perfectly cooked. We will definitely be coming back.

Alan

Great place for some healthy options for lunch. I had the turkey sandwich. It came with nice thick slices of turkey - so you could tell it was not processed. It included lettuce, tomatoes, and sprouts. I really liked it. It also was large enough for two meals. The vegetarian burritos were also very good. Best of all however, was the flourless chocolate cake. Don’t leave without trying that. Great place to get lunch.

Amy “FabulousFoodie”

WOW, one word…DELICIOUS! Can’t believe it took me so long to try Natural Cafe! I was throughly impressed with the Mt. Fuji Stir Fry…chicken was super juicy with the perfect char broiled flavor, veggies were super fresh and cooked perfectly! Portions are VERY generous! Will definitely be back to try other items on the menu, but this was a GREAT first visit!

LR P

Very convenient restaurant in a strip mall with plenty of free parking. Various seating options, including generous dog friendly outdoor seating. The menu is extensive with something for everyone. Many healthy options and plenty of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free menu items. Fish tacos were very good. Tuna sandwich has a very generous serving of tuna. Clean, single stall restrooms.

Mad Rizal Abu Bakar

The most difficult for Muslim during travel is to get a halal food. Normally the option is to get the food from vegetarian or seafood restaurant. However I have a good here, grill salmon with rice and pasta is suitable especially for Malaysian. Great food with reasonable price. Staff really helpful.

Enjoyed a nutritious lunch of chicken, grilled veges and brown rice. Gave me energy all day. Great value. Nice staff too.

Karin McEvoy

Enjoyed a nutritious lunch of chicken, grilled veges and brown rice. Gave me energy all day. Great value. Nice staff too.

I always enjoy my time here. The selection of food is quite diverse that allows for different dietary needs to be met and has a large selection for meat eaters to vegans. I always enjoy getting the quesadilla myself. The prices are decent and the food is very good from what I've tried so far. I would give it a try if you are in the area.

A central coat institution, The Natural Cafe still delivers a tasty meal. I recently had my usual, an Old town salad with sauteed tofu and their signature tahini dressing. Really good. The prices are quite reasonable, and the quality and consistency are notable. Recommended.

Beautiful spot good assortment of food if you're into the kind of organic vegan vegetarian healthy lifestyle food stuff. The chicken burrito is good. Portions are huge. They're iced tea bar is quite good

The Natural Cafe is very good. They have good Sandwiches and Tacos. They have plant based food. There desserts are good. I didn't take pictures because I ate the food so fast. I will get some pictures next time I go. Marcos the Manager is great.

Ordered the chips and guacamole as well as the teriyaki chicken sandwich. Both were very good and the portions were good sized. We ran out of chips, and the staff was nice enough to bring us some extra so we could finish the guacamole. The staff was very nice and friendly. Outdoor seating was nice and the tables seemed well over 6 ft apart from one another.

Their Good Karma Burger is not only the best vegetarian burger in town, it's better than most meat burgers too!

Stopped here to meet my boyfriend for lunch on his break and while I was out running errands. We arrived around 11:30 and it was quiet, we ordered quickly and sat outside. Food came in about 10 minutes or so. It was exactly as described and tasty. I got the east beach salad and he got the chicken pita. I’d definitely return to try something else. It was fresh, tasty, and reasonably priced.

"Healthy" food -- you also feel healthy when you eat them lol. Service was decent. They were quick and charged a reasonable price as well. Worth trying if you want to grab something quick.

A great little spot with healthy vegan/vegetarian options for all! Indoor and outdoor seating, with a great ambience for lunch or casual dinner. Definitely worth trying if you’re in the area. Specifically, I as all around impressed by the flavor of the tempeh burger (pictured) that I had. Great flavor and the chips are tasty. My significant other, however, ordered the tofu stir fry and it was not great. Not enough flavor in the tofu. Some might say “well, it IS tofu”, but we know it’s possible as we make various tofu dishes at least once a week. Still, the rest of our party (5 others) enjoyed their meals, so I’d say 6/7 are great odds you’ll find something you enjoy.

I’ve been here a few times for lunch and it’s always a great experience. This time, I had dinner here and ordered the veggie lasagna. It was simple, but delicious. The vegetables were roasted and the lasagna portion size was just right.

Vignesh Muralidharan

"Healthy" food -- you also feel healthy when you eat them lol. Service was decent. They were quick and charged a reasonable price as well. Worth trying if you want to grab something quick.

Jason Tzintzun

A great little spot with healthy vegan/vegetarian options for all! Indoor and outdoor seating, with a great ambience for lunch or casual dinner. Definitely worth trying if you’re in the area. Specifically, I as all around impressed by the flavor of the tempeh burger (pictured) that I had. Great flavor and the chips are tasty. My significant other, however, ordered the tofu stir fry and it was not great. Not enough flavor in the tofu. Some might say “well, it IS tofu”, but we know it’s possible as we make various tofu dishes at least once a week. Still, the rest of our party (5 others) enjoyed their meals, so I’d say 6/7 are great odds you’ll find something you enjoy.

Soumiea Abushagur

I’ve been here a few times for lunch and it’s always a great experience. This time, I had dinner here and ordered the veggie lasagna. It was simple, but delicious. The vegetables were roasted and the lasagna portion size was just right.

The Natural Café is one of my favorite spots for a healthy, delicious lunch in Goleta/Santa Barbara. I love their tuna fish sandwich and vegetable lasagna. Both are fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. You can sit inside or enjoy the outdoor seating, which is perfect on a beautiful day. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and a wonderful place to stop for lunch. Highly recommend!

Good food. Good portions. Good price. Super nice and friendly staff. Recommend

Gina Callaway

The Natural Café is one of my favorite spots for a healthy, delicious lunch in Goleta/Santa Barbara. I love their tuna fish sandwich and vegetable lasagna. Both are fresh, flavorful, and satisfying. You can sit inside or enjoy the outdoor seating, which is perfect on a beautiful day. Great food, relaxed atmosphere, and a wonderful place to stop for lunch. Highly recommend!

Went and had lunch here and it was a good place to eat except... prices are high for the portions you get. The food is nothing special just a little different. Ordered some burgers and sandwiches and we were expecting fries or something different as a side but all we got were crumbles of tortilla chips from a bag. Also there were cockroach traps on their counters. Thats just disgusting. Definitely will not be coming back here.

Negative review. My favorite salad came from this restaurant, until I found a living frog in my meal. I am not joking about this. After I filmed the incident, I safely gathered the frog and took it down to the Natural Cafe location in the Camino Real Shopping Center. I wanted to help protect the business so I spoke to the manager on duty outside so the patrons would not overhear and get grossed out. I was given the contact information for the higher ups so I could notify and send them the video of the frog coming out of the salad. They held zero accountability and did not believe that it could have came from their kitchen. They even went in depth with the multi-step process they take when putting a salad together. They offered no free meal or any compensation other than refunding the order for that meal. I asked to have the owner email me which he never did. I even requested to have an in person talk with him with witnesses so a resolution could be figured out. This never happened either. After they ended up ghosting me I contacted the BBB (Better Business Bureau) and reported them. The Natural Cafe also provided fictitious statements to the Better Business Bureau when they lied saying that they had offered me a new complimentary entrée. This establishment holds no accountability for their behavior in addressing a matter which is rather a serious health concern. The frog was in the salad for well over an hour before I even opened the salad box since it was a take-home order. I had already taken several bites of the salad before discovering the frog, and when I did, I already had a mouth full of food that I quickly spit out into the kitchen sink. There was a witness in the house as well who saw the frog once I brought it too their attention. This has never happened before where I was so disgusted that I had to spit out my food. Please do yourself a favor and keep this in mind when thinking about wanting to give business to this place when they have shown and proven that they do not take an important matter like this seriously. It's one thing finding a bug in your food, but when you find a living, breathing frog in your salad that had been in there for over an hour, you start to wonder what kind of secretions, urine, fecal matter, and bacteria that may have been present with the frog being there in the covered to-go box.

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We were caught in a storm while traveling through the area. Pleasantly surprised to find the Natural Cafe, my family and I wanyed To grab a bite to eat while we waited for the weather to improve. It was 10:40 am, a few staff members were sitting at tables. The restaurant opens at 11am and we asked if we could step inside to get out of the torrential rain pour. We were not allowed in.

Lisa Chiriboga

We were caught in a storm while traveling through the area. Pleasantly surprised to find the Natural Cafe, my family and I wanyed To grab a bite to eat while we waited for the weather to improve. It was 10:40 am, a few staff members were sitting at tables. The restaurant opens at 11am and we asked if we could step inside to get out of the torrential rain pour. We were not allowed in.