Testimonials

AN ANTIDOTE TO OVER-PRICED, ARTSY-FARTSY RESTAURANTS. Santa Barbara is currently being overwhelmed by a plethora, of arch, phony, outrageously priced new restaurants which really should have... read moreSanta Barbara is currently being overwhelmed by a plethora, of arch, phony, outrageously priced new restaurants which really should have stayed in Beverly Hills, Just last night one costing hundreds of dollars per person and accommodating only eight diners was featured on a pompous, preposterous food show. Thus it's a relief to find there are still some family friendly cafes with a good menu, quality food, and friendly and not condescending waiter service. Cody's is one. A lively, delightful place full of happy customers. Bottomless Arnold Palmers to drink, wonderful sandwiches and burgers with excellent salads and fries. The fish and chips and the Cobb salad are very good. The only reason I don't give it five stars is that on one occasion I had a club sandwich, which is hard to screw up, that wasn't right. Imagine pale soggy toast with bland, tasteless fillings falling out of it. Otherwise, skip the fancy joints and their attitude, save money, and enjoy a good meal. read less - 9/15/2019 

I'm only here twice a year when I'm in town to catch up with a buddy of mine - a... read moreI'm only here twice a year when I'm in town to catch up with a buddy of mine - a fellow trumpet player I grew up with. The food is consistently and predictively fresh and well prepared and the staff is always friendly and professional. read less - 8/01/2019 

Cody's is a great destination for ether breakfast or lunch! I always come for breakfast and I occasionally do a... read moreCody's is a great destination for ether breakfast or lunch! I always come for breakfast and I occasionally do a burger. The pasta is so so and that also serve alcoholic beverages if that tickles your fancy. I like that you can see directly into the kitchen space where the gentleman are hard at work. The staff is always very quick to seat you and take your order and knowledgeable about the menu. The decor is pretty cool and gives you something to converse about while eating your meal pretty cool to see surfboards hanging while you eat hah. Over all I would recommend Cody's to anyone looking to try something new. If you like Eggs Benedict's with some avocado then try out the California Benedict's you would be disappointed!!! read less - 7/25/2019 

We loved our dinner here so much we went back for breakfast! Cody's was suggested by a local.
The salad... read moreWe loved our dinner here so much we went back for breakfast! Cody's was suggested by a local.
The salad I got was excellent - it had tons of fresh garden veggies in it.
The server was AWESOME. When my husband was worried the fries were not going to be enough for him, server brought more without us even asking.
My husband's turkey club had real turkey, not deli meat.
For dessert, my husband got apple pie a la mode. The scoop of ice cream they gave him was huge! The pie was warm and he loved it.
We were not expecting the food to be this good in a diner type place.

Now for the bad news:
Went back for breakfast.
My daughter did not even eat her hash browns. They had no flavor, were soft and soggy inside, crispy on outside. Barely warm.
My veggie omelet was simply some chopped veg folded into egg whites. The veg was not cooked into the omelet.
My daughter's waffle was not warm enough to melt the butter she put on it.
Eww.

But they do serve Peet's coffee, so that's something. I would give breakfast a skip. read less - 7/13/2019 

Dinner was a 5 - breakfast only a 3 We loved our dinner here so much we went back for breakfast! Cody's was suggested by a local.
The salad... read moreWe loved our dinner here so much we went back for breakfast! Cody's was suggested by a local.
The salad I got was excellent - it had tons of fresh garden veggies in it.
The server was AWESOME. When my husband was worried the fries were not going to be enough for him, server brought more without us even asking.
My husband's turkey club had real turkey, not deli meat.
For dessert, my husband got apple pie a la mode. The scoop of ice cream they gave him was huge! The pie was warm and he loved it.
We were not expecting the food to be this good in a diner type place.

Now for the bad news:
Went back for breakfast.
My daughter did not even eat her hash browns. They had no flavor, were soft and soggy inside, crispy on outside. Barely warm.
My veggie omelet was simply some chopped veg folded into egg whites. The veg was not cooked into the omelet.
My daughter's waffle was not warm enough to melt the butter she put on it.
Eww.

But they do serve Peet's coffee, so that's something. I would give breakfast a skip. read less - 7/13/2019 

Great old fashioned style family Restaurant. Best eggs benedict and fish and chips. Very good service too. They serve breakfast... read moreGreat old fashioned style family Restaurant. Best eggs benedict and fish and chips. Very good service too. They serve breakfast until 3 pm! read less - 6/24/2019 

Good breakfast and lunch...bonus, patio seating with your pooch! This is a great casual dining restaurant. They have patio dining, which is great for your doggies. The food is... read moreThis is a great casual dining restaurant. They have patio dining, which is great for your doggies. The food is average and the servers are friendly. Good choice for breakfast and lunch. The restaurant is a bit dated but the food is still good and prices are reasonable. read less - 5/26/2019 

One of my favorite brunch places in Santa Barbara 🙂 the service is outstanding, the food is great and it's... read moreOne of my favorite brunch places in Santa Barbara 🙂 the service is outstanding, the food is great and it's a local business. Their fresh squeezed orange juice is soo good and fresh. Try the mimosas with fresh squeezed OJ and you will not be disappointed. The breakfast burrito is really good and perfect for a vegetarian option too! Their waffles are always so good and the fruit is always so sweet and ripe.

Try Cody's cafe for a delicious brunch and great service too! read less - 5/10/2019 

Just perfect after a lovely hike. Comfort food and great staff!! We are so grateful to find Cody's Cafe. After checking that it had 5 stars we arrived very hungry after... read moreWe are so grateful to find Cody's Cafe. After checking that it had 5 stars we arrived very hungry after a long hike in the stunning mountains. We great service and left full and satisfied. We plan to go back and take our friends. Everything was beautifully presented and our waitress was very kind. read less - 4/22/2019 

Good food and cold beer. Service is very fast and friendly. Inside is a little run down and it looks... read moreGood food and cold beer. Service is very fast and friendly. Inside is a little run down and it looks like a frat guy decorated, but the food and staff made up for it. I would definitely go again, might sit outside. Patio was quiet, seemed pleasant. read less - 4/18/2019 

You know? From far away I was put off by trying this place, and my only regret is not trying... read moreYou know? From far away I was put off by trying this place, and my only regret is not trying it sooner. This place looks better up close.
I figured out why, the entire shopping center is trash.

This is one of the only gems from this entire shopping center.

Service was great, food was good. Will go back again! read less - 4/05/2019 

Customer service very friendly... Food tasty..I liked it ...it had a personal, local vibe. Will eat here again when in town. - 3/24/2019 

Cody's has the best Ruben sandwich in town! All the food is good. I come here often and am never... read moreCody's has the best Ruben sandwich in town! All the food is good. I come here often and am never disappointed. Thank you Cody's Cafe!! read less - 3/21/2019 

As I have lived in the area, I been trying to try different places for breakfast. I saw Cody's and... read moreAs I have lived in the area, I been trying to try different places for breakfast. I saw Cody's and didn't think much of it and boy was I wrong.

When you walk in you sort of see tacky decor but don't let that discourage you, the food has been amazing so far.

I have only tried breakfast items so far but let me tell you that so far it's been the best i had in Goleta so far.

I have gotten the country fried steak and eggs so far and it has been made perfectly both times I have ordered it. The batter is crisp and the gravy on top is just heavenly. You don't even need to use a knife to cut it as it is perfectly tender and breaks apart with just a fork.

I also had a side of biscuit and gravy the first time. The biscuit was soft and crispy at the same time and the gravy was on point.

Also you can get a blueberry muffin with the meal which I highly recommend. read less - 2/20/2019 

Went here for a team banquet and ordered the club sandwich. It was delicious, and the French fries were crispy... read moreWent here for a team banquet and ordered the club sandwich. It was delicious, and the French fries were crispy and wonderful. They even put a lemon in my coke. I'll definitely come back. Give it a try. read less - 2/15/2019 

Cody's is phenomenal! Reasonably-priced, delicious food, and big portions. Went with a group of 10 and everyone was very accommodating... read moreCody's is phenomenal! Reasonably-priced, delicious food, and big portions. Went with a group of 10 and everyone was very accommodating and kind. I ordered the breakfast enchiladas and eggs with fruit and was very satisfied with my meal. read less - 2/02/2019 

Cody's is phenomenal! Reasonably-priced, delicious food, and big portions. Went with a group of 10 and everyone was very accommodating... read moreCody's is phenomenal! Reasonably-priced, delicious food, and big portions. Went with a group of 10 and everyone was very accommodating and kind. I ordered the breakfast enchiladas and eggs with fruit and was very satisfied with my meal. read less - 2/02/2019 

Been here many times. Yesterday, January 30, we ate as a group of ten. A real challenge for any server,... read moreBeen here many times. Yesterday, January 30, we ate as a group of ten. A real challenge for any server, given separate checks for most. Three had the Chicken  Marsala and were happy with it. One, the Gorgonzola salad, good. Another, Fish and Chips, very good. I had the pork chop special - pan-fried bone-in chop, mashed potatoes, veggies. Good flavor, but like most restaurants, overcooked and pretty skinny. I don't get why people can't do pork medium rare, in this day and age. I'd pay more for a properly done, thick chop.
Others had pot roast and salads, very good. Overall a positive review.
Did not catch his name, but the server was very good. read less - 2/01/2019 

Great local neighborhood restaurant & pup!
Great food! Great service!
Always satisfied!! - 1/31/2019 

Great local neighborhood restaurant & pup!
Great food! Great service!
Always satisfied!! - 1/31/2019