Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Santa Cruz

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

Carolina R. • October 13, 2014Had the beef a cavalier, was delicious. I recommend this dish. The bacon is also great. Awesome breakfast spot. Parking in the back.

Paul M. • November 25, 2016Gorgeous space with some of the best espresso, pour overs, and cold brews you can imagine.

Meg • August 21, 2016Great quiche, peach galette, sliced picnic bread, & drip coffee. I nearly gave up on this place after disappointing purchases at their farmers' market booth. Everything has been great in the shop

O L. • October 4, 2017Excellent brisket. Over 20 beers to try. Get down on Tuesday for live music.

Barbara M. • November 7, 2011The gluten-free scones are quite light & tasty. They also carry all their scone and biscuit mixes on-site. Perfect for the day after Thanksgiving!

Alex H. • May 27, 2016The Pad Thai is the BEST in Santa Cruz! The corn cake appetizers are also one of my usuales, along with the crab delights.

Debra W. • November 30, 2017All of the noodle soups hit the spot! Very generous portions, too.

Tanya B. • January 1, 2016The Dixie pickles and fried artichoke hearts are the best I've ever had!!!

Juvy E. • July 1, 2018Delicious unique food and drink selection for all connoisseurs (beer, wine, & non-alcoholic). Great vibes & awesome ambiance- rustic. Our table had chalkboards above our heads for us to use.

Rob H. • November 2, 2013The Brussels sprouts and pancetta pizza was soooo good. Finished off with the chocolate nemesis. Yum!

Nycala • September 1, 2018The Agua Fresca is a must try. Always seasonal and fresh

Nicole P. • June 8, 2011Blueberry is the best!

Athonia C. • April 30, 2016vegans & vegetarian sisters/brothers: order bean burrito, hold the rice add lettuce and jalapeño. That's the stuff🌶 ‼️ awesomeness

Sarah • September 13, 2016Yummy square pizza! They have a pizza lunch special. Their BBQ chicken and Asian inspired pizzas are bomb, too.

Jerry M. • August 29, 2018Great spot with a new modern look. Plenty of parking out back.

Athonia C. • July 17, 2019“popcorn” protein is gone. Order your vegetarian pie w/red sauce, Daiya cheese, kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, roasted garlic & jalapeños. This is the best places you’ll ever go for vegan 🍕🤗

Travis W. • November 28, 2009Awesome coleslaw- good ginger flavor to it. A bit pricey but the value is delivered in the food, it is all excellent.

Christoffel E. • November 12, 2012A great place to get truly tasty veggie and vegan options.

Jon L. • January 5, 2014My current favorite quick stop for lunch on the west side. As a bonus; So far all of the Cooks here have been great at keeping everything Gluten Free and not cross contaminating my order.

Joe • February 14, 2010Pastor pastor pastor! The pastor is delicious!! Try a pastor super burrito or taco

Justin S. • February 18, 2015Friendly family business, great service. They could be half as nice and charge twice the price and people would still come.

Randy G. • June 3, 2014Togos can wrap any classic sandwich in a gluten free wrap for $1 extra.

J S. • October 15, 2022Dirty chai was pretty and delicious

Manami K. • October 10, 2011such a good cafe to just sit and get work done! get their drip coffee!

Athonia C. • December 4, 2016Vegetarians/vegans: order thin crust 🍕 w/sauce only (no cheese). Add Trader Joe's cheesy vegan shreds or Daiya 🧀, soy chorizo protein, capers, kalamata olives, & jalapeños. Place 🍕 pie in broiler‼️

Michael R. • May 7, 2022Wings fantastic excellent service. Wingstop you need to update store, but this does not effect the staff attitude and food service. Excellent 👌🏾

Sarah • May 6, 2016A really lively sushi place with cute Totoros scattered around in different places! An awesome little place for fans of one of Miyazaki's most famous works.