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

Epicurious • August 3, 2014Their largely single-origin brews change seasonally depending on what's coming in from the farms they work with in Asia, Latin America, and Africa.

Virgi R. • March 25, 2013The pomegranate eggplant are a must try. Good selection of beers & wines. The staff is lovely and helpful.

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

Brian K. • October 26, 2015Carne asada pericos taco was really good. Al pastor taco was even better. Good fish tacos too.

Derrick Y. • December 7, 2017The ice cream is made with local ingredients, and while the selection is small the flavors are varied and unique. You can even get toppings!

Damon S. • March 13, 2021Great selection of beers, always changing. If you don’t see something you fancy, tell your server what you do like and they can make great recommendations from their can/bottle list.

Allison L. • February 25, 2019It took me days to stop thinking about the oyster/beet salad. Totally amazing. Great cocktails too.

Eboni L. • March 15, 2012Blackened Ahi Tuna Benedict! Amazing!

Diane T. • January 21, 2012Corned Beef Hash is the best; we always get a loaf of Oatmeal Molasses bread to take home.

Julia M. • August 9, 2014Mint Condition is the best flavour ever.

Monica H. • June 16, 2013Best veggie burger I have ever had!! Made with black beans. And I subbed the house salad for the French fries and the salad was just as delicious! Definitely coming here more!

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!

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.

Tonii B. • September 3, 2014Everything is great! I personally love the veggie. Go with the pizza, shirt combo too.

Misty M. • March 10, 2012Dinner was delicious! The ribs were moist, tender and flavorful. The pork sandwich was delectable. The bun was buttered and lightly toasted and so 'baker-fresh' soft!

Drew T. • October 4, 2011huge selection of fresh nuts--with lots of flavor variety!

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

Greg R. • April 19, 2012Try the Rosemary Garlic Steak Skewers

Laura D. • May 20, 2010I like the fandango with cheddar melty on top. The scrambagels are good too. Nice staff, quick service.

Matthias • April 20, 2020It took us a while to order as they gives you plenty of options which is very nice but can be overwhelming on a lazy Sunday. 😅 Flavor-wise we were very happy and enjoyed this Sunday feast! 😁👍🏼

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.

David K. • April 9, 2015Pebble beach food and wine. Mini sugar cone with buttermilk roasted strawberry ice cream.

Jeff V. • April 11, 2017Ask the baristas for tea recommendations instead of going for the usual Earl Grey. They have all kinds of great options.

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

hartmann s. • December 29, 2018Full and mini cupcakes were both moist and flavorful! Device was friendly and prompt.

Alex P. • July 21, 2017A new coffee shop! Great coffee, with a similarly great location, and places to sit and work. Chargers and standing desks abound.

Karen B. • March 19, 2012Mexican chocolate icecream is mui delish!

Athonia C. • April 3, 2015Order the vegetarian burrito, vegan style (no cheese & no sour cream). ask them to add molé on top. It's goooood

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

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