Dolphin Restaurant
Seafood Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
Santa Cruz
"Love the Clam Chowder Bread Bowl, when I'm full...."(5 Tips)
"Try the Clam Chowder - Must have Classic on the pier"(7 Tips)
"Clam chowder in a bread bowl with a water view at every spot"(2 Tips)
"The Calamari & Fries plate for $7.95 is fabulous!"(2 Tips)
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Laura KellyJuly 28, 2013White chowder was great! Fried calamari was horrible. My BF and I both left the restaurant with stomachaches.
Clam chowder is always good. Been eating here since 1997 or something. Don't listen to bread guy below.- Sarah Lynn BorkMarch 2, 2011Love the Clam Chowder Bread Bowl, when I'm full.... I feed the rest of the bread bowl to whatever animal or bird is around.... I know, not suppost too, they just look so hungry! :)
Zak SlaybackJune 17, 2016Get the fish and chips! Some of the best you will find. Fluffy, not greasy!
- RobT916October 8, 2011The take out window is about $2-$3 cheaper than dining inside. The Calamari & Fries plate for $7.95 is fabulous! Generous portions.
Trevor ScribnerSeptember 11, 2015I like this place. But fuck those winged shit devils that attack from above.
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Dolphin Restaurant at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf is a local favorite for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Come the food and stay for the view!
Open until 9:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 8:00 AM–9:00 PM
(831) 426-5830
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Outdoor Seating
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