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Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Central Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

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    • 9.1
      Coffee Shop$$$$
      1540 Pacific Ave (at Front St), Santa Cruz
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      • Andy C.

        Andy C. • August 31, 2013Banana loaf is moist, succulent and oh so good!

    • 9.0
      Mediterranean$$$$View Menu
      101 Cooper St #B (btw Front and Pacific), Santa Cruz
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      • Mario V.

        Mario V. • February 27, 2020Grown up Mediterranean, awesome food. Great service in a cool area.

    • 9.0
      Ice Cream$$$$View Menu
      913 Cedar St (at Locust St.), Santa Cruz
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      • Tasting Table

        Tasting Table • May 16, 2012Get the mascarpone-kumquat ice cream and pair it with rich, dark chocolate sorbet. Elevate your order with a homemade waffle cone:

    • 8.8
      Bar$$$$View Menu
      233 Cathcart St (Cedar), Santa Cruz
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      • cnelson ︻.

        cnelson ︻. • September 25, 2019Good selection of local beers. Taps rotate quickly. Pleasant outdoor seating.

    • 8.8
      Burritos$$$$
      139 Water St (at River St.), Santa Cruz
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      • Reeya S.

        Reeya S. • August 16, 2019Awesome Mexican food - one of the best spots! Get the carne asada, chile verde, or fish tacos

    • 8.8
      Coffee Shop$$$$
      1001 Center St, Santa Cruz
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      • Shannon M.

        Shannon M. • September 21, 2018These guys are the best roasters in Santa Cruz and their latte art is on fleeke!

    • 8.7
      American$$$$View Menu
      121 Soquel Ave (at Front St.), Santa Cruz
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      • Rick H.

        Rick H. • February 19, 2012The burgers with blue cheese and caramelized onions are the best. Great cocktails too.

    • 8.6
      Café$$$$View Menu
      106 Walnut Ave (at Pacific Ave.), Santa Cruz
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      • Seana N.

        Seana N. • April 18, 2012The veggie melt is delicious. I'm a meat eater and I have been back once a week to eat it!

    • 8.5
      Desserts$$$$
      1203 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
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      • Michelle A.

        Michelle A. • February 6, 2017They had some really good cookies. I love the white chocolate macadamia one and my husband loved the chocolate chip with walnuts. You can also buy yesterday's cookies for less if you want

    • 8.4
      Restaurant$$$$View Menu
      221 Cathcart St (btwn Pacific Ave & Cedar St), Santa Cruz
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      • Brian B.

        Brian B. • August 18, 2014Da ali'i plate is great. And huge!

    • 8.4
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      1116 Pacific Ave (at Lincoln St), Santa Cruz
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      • Duane M.

        Duane M. • June 12, 2018Pizza to die for. Traditional and new toppings - just about everyone should find something they like here.

    • 8.3
      Deli$$$$View Menu
      1534 Pacific Ave (btwn Front & Cooper), Santa Cruz
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      • Beth M.

        Beth M. • January 27, 2018Great sandwiches and deli foods, but I like being able to pick up a cheap Italian dinner for one, including dessert.

    • 8.2
      Pub$$$$
      1220 Pacific Ave (at Walnut St), Santa Cruz
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      • Richard S.

        Richard S. • March 15, 2015I went with the fish and chips this time. Nice and crispy! My wife had the lamb stew and the lamb was tender and the broth was delicious. Burgers and big, tasty and they have some great beers in tap

    • 8.2
      Snacks$$$$
      104 Lincoln St (Pacific Avenue), Santa Cruz
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      • Maribeth S.

        Maribeth S. • November 15, 2014Trying the dark chocolate salted caramel popcorn is a must its a top seller

    • 8.2
      Coffee Shop$$$$
      1126 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
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      • Jon P.

        Jon P. • November 29, 2012The yogurt bowl with homemade granola and apple compote is delicious!

    • 8.1
      Burritos$$$$View Menu
      206 Laurel St (Pacific Ave), Santa Cruz
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      • Kevin Y.

        Kevin Y. • November 27, 2012Their carne asada and chicken nitza burritos are super delicious. Try adding srirachi on them!

    • 8.1
      Ice Cream$$$$
      1101 Pacific Ave (Cathcart), Santa Cruz
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      • Thibault J.

        Thibault J. • October 31, 2013Awesome milkshake, the salty caramel was perfect! Very nice way to satisfy a sweet tooth for desert.

    • 8.1
      Tacos$$$$View Menu
      1336 Pacific Ave (Soquel), Santa Cruz
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      • James F.

        James F. • August 9, 2014For a quick bite, go all the way inside this place to the taco bar. Order up some small tacos and an ice cold beer! Yum!

    • 8.1
      Sushi$$$$View Menu
      105 S River St, Santa Cruz
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      • Stefan d.

        Stefan d. • July 10, 2016Pretty nice place, simpl, not fancy, just good.... Try the hotbox, good value for money....

    • 8.1
      Breakfast$$$$View Menu
      819 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
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      • Laarnilyn L.

        Laarnilyn L. • August 22, 2013Homemade pancakes were delish!! Come early (before or a lil after 9am) in the weekends cuz they get packed quick

    • 8.0
      Pizza$$$$View Menu
      710 Front St (at Cooper St.), Santa Cruz
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      • Christina P.

        Christina P. • September 5, 2014They're open late and are a great place for parties or smaller groups to stop for a beer and pizza! Good salads also. They have a nice outdoor area too!

    • 8.0
      Mexican$$$$
      354 Washington St (at Laurel St), Santa Cruz
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      • Roxanne P.

        Roxanne P. • March 27, 2011Flour chicken quesamathrillas. Do it.

    • 8.0
      Bagels$$$$
      320 Cedar St. (Birch Ln), Santa Cruz
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      • Lauren L.

        Lauren L. • April 12, 2012Tofutti herb and chive, toasted everything, add dry farmed tomatoes...vegan delite. P.S. Josephine and Diana make the best bagels.

    • 7.9
      Bar$$$$View Menu
      200 Locust St (Cedar), Santa Cruz
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      • Tara W.

        Tara W. • March 8, 2011Try the Fresh Spring Rolls - Very fresh, avocado and tempeh add a lot to the flavor/texture combination, and almond sauce is yummy.

    • 7.9
      Chinese$$$$View Menu
      420 River St (highway 1), Santa Cruz
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      • Athonia C.

        Athonia C. • June 7, 2018vegans: this is a veg friendly menu. They have mock chicken which is desirable because it's got more protein than tofu.. Try the eggplant curries🌶 or chow fun rice noodles‼️ ask for Singapore style!

    • 7.9
      Tea Room$$$$
      1541 Pacific Ave (Plaza Lane), Santa Cruz
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      • Gagan K.

        Gagan K. • July 1, 2022One of the hidden gems in Santa Cruz. A must visit for the Chinese tea ceremony.

    • 7.9
      Italian$$$$View Menu
      1100 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz
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      • Mewmiew B.

        Mewmiew B. • May 27, 2011Make your own pasta with basil,mushroom and meatball are the good combination

    • 7.9
      Brazilian$$$$
      291 Water St, Santa Cruz
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      • Paul V.

        Paul V. • February 3, 2013This place is the best, many versions of Acai and yerba mate to choose from, indoor bike parking and nice atmosphere :)

    • 7.8
      Thai$$$$
      353 soquel Ave (Ocean), Santa Cruz
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      • Aaron H.

        Aaron H. • March 9, 2016The Pho is awesome!

    • 7.9
      Coffee Shop$$$$
      1545 Pacific Ave (at Front St), Santa Cruz
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      • Duncan C.

        Duncan C. • July 26, 2016Authentic spot. Love the outdoor seating and atmosphere. Coffee and pastries aren't bad either.

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