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

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

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:

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

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.

Jakub N. • March 2, 2015Incredible combination of stunning food and stunning service. Pomegranate chicken flat-bread was awesome.

Mimsie L. • September 13, 2013Sit at the bar... Great bar food. You want quiet and intimate get a table... Beautiful Santa Cruz Food!!!

Sarah • December 31, 2016My favorite taqueria in Santa Cruz ❤️ Burritos are a good stand by but the torta is amazing.

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

John K. • April 20, 2011I second the awesome chilaquiles, suggest ordering them with the shredded pork and extra salsa on the side, YUM!

Madicyn M. • December 3, 2011Never tasted anything like their Snickerdoodle. Lovee the macaroons as well! Always fresh and delish :)

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!

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!

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

Marina O. • December 10, 2015Amazing paninis, but also hummus and iced tea!

Alex L. • April 13, 2013Another plug for those sourdough pancakes: Light, thin, crispy edges, and made with sourdough starter. Delicious!

Jeana H. • June 5, 2015Seasonal fresh ingredients. Wine paring. Live band

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!

Noelle D. • February 27, 2013Best sandwiches in town! Not to mention a great beer selection as well.

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

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

X-tina 🦄 • May 14, 2018Pesto primavera with chicken so good!

Ruby A. • April 23, 2014Best bagels I've ever had, period. Whenever I come back home to Santa Cruz I try to stop here. Get the Pink Flamingo on a Pesto Bagel! Other favorite spreads include: Tuna Salad and Cheese Louise.

Alan G. • February 8, 2014Get any of the pu'er teas and you will be satisfied with a great cup! Try a tea snack too

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

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.

Kara M. • May 8, 2010Dragon Crunch roll is a meal all by itself.

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.

Sam C. • February 5, 2012Try the pumpkin scone, or Cheddar Gorge sandwich, and wash it down with one of their house iced teas! Super awesome staff, sweet decor and mellow music make this the perfect place to wake up. :)

Chase D. • January 5, 2012Their handmade whipped cream is amazing!

Nim G. • February 3, 2019Pizza, espresso, wine, vegetarian