HopeRanchGrill serves casual fast food with a focus on breakfast and lunch in Goleta’s El Mercado Shopping Center. Guests enjoy outdoor seating, accessible dining, and inclusive active military discounts.
What to Expect:
🍳 Breakfast and lunch specialties
🚗 Delivery, takeout, and dine-in available
🎖️ Active military discounts honored
♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance and parking
Important Information:
Open weekdays only, 9 AM to 5 PM
Free parking in lot and on street
Debit cards and NFC mobile payments accepted
Perfect for a quick casual meal with convenient service options.
Haley's Pick 🍽️
You probably know her as @milehighandhungry. Each week, Haley shares the one place she’s obsessed with right now. From hidden gems to hot new openings, if she picks it, it’s worth the hype.
Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
🍳 Best for Breakfast & Lunch: This spot is especially popular for early meals during weekdays.
☀️ Outdoor Seating: Enjoy casual dining outdoors when weather permits in the El Mercado Shopping Center.
♿ Accessibility Focused: Wheelchair accessible entrances and parking make visits convenient for all guests.
🚗 Multiple Ordering Options: Delivery and takeout through Seamless and Grubhub provide flexible dining choices.
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With no direct reviews available, HopeRanchGrill is recognized for accessible casual dining with active military discounts and reliable fast food offerings. No consistent negatives noted.
Last updated on
January 9th, 2026
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What You'll Find
Breakfast Options, Lunch Entrees, Desserts, Catering Service
