Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Santa Cruz

Paul M. • September 21, 2014Cold brew is divine on a nice day. Lively, vivid, and smoothly balanced... props to the roaster!

Shaina P. • January 30, 2017Love this locals spot! Baristas are great, local artwork even more amazing

cami j. • January 31, 2015bright, sunny, gorgeous shop, knowledgeable, helpful baristas, delicious coffee.

Krishna S. • April 22, 2013Kahlua crunch is awesome. Junior double is huge!!! butter brickle is smooth. The ice creams are thick, not too sweet. The ones with nuts are nutty. Tip the servers. They are great.

Rebecca T. • April 21, 2019Ordered avocado toast w/ poached egg and of course a coffee. More seating than the one in 41st Ave.

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

Nick D. • March 27, 2016Such a great spot! Fun atmosphere, perfect on a nice day!

William S. • August 23, 2015#2 breakfast (bacon, egg, cheddar) sandwich on croissant for the win! Great latte and pastries as well!

Poliana R. • December 20, 2015Fish polenta with maracuja juice (passion fruit) are amazing! Love the place! A must try!

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

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

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

Manuel G. • July 30, 2019Happy hour from 3-6 pm M-F. Nice selection on IPA and sours mainly

Randy G. • October 30, 2013They just opened and have a smaller menu with a variety of BBQ sandwiches, 1/4 chicken and St. Louis Ribs. The full menu is coming soon.

Polina L. • June 11, 2017Peanut sauce noodles with some tofu! Yum!

Carrie B. • August 14, 2017Jameson, bartenders, jukebox, everything

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

Drew T. • October 4, 2011Wow. All fresh made using local ingredients. Definitely worth a visit!

Hatice U. • June 8, 2013Gibraltar coffee and blueberry lemon pie are great together; I can die for them!!

Lydia K. • August 25, 2013Great food, full bar and live music to boot! #win

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

Melissa B. • September 1, 2013Breakfast burritto is delish! And the strawberry filled donut is yummy!

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!

Todd B. • June 16, 2020Great views from the deck of the Yacht Harbor and the Monterey Bay. Food & Drinks are excellent and the wait staff are fantastic!

ᴡ M. • September 10, 2015Caprese salad is a must order. Best creamy mozzarella!

Tarek L. • August 21, 2013Tri-Tip FTW! Most consistent sandwiches! Always taste the same!

Mr. Tambourine Man • January 4, 2014great espresso!!

Joni H. • May 27, 2014My Absolute Favorite Pizza,thin crust & tasty toppings & sauce. $6 a slice with a shirt!!

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

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