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A photo of Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2052)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Soquel
Booked 38 times today
Cafe Cruz is a popular and lively local restaurant. We offer casual/fine dining with a full bar, indoor and heated patio dining. Guests enjoy watching the "magic" created in our open copper-backed kitchen each night by our talented team of chefs. Notable features include many locally sourced foods, nightly sustainable seafood specials, and many creative salad and vegetable options. Our innovative pastas and sandwiches are always a hit. Spit-Roasted meats are featured each night, cooked on a french Rotisol rotisserie. The lush garden room can seat larger parties of up to 35. Guests enjoy our warm friendly service, our many seating options, and exceptionally delicious food.
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4.1
Excellent(1199)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 15 times today
Set high on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade offers a unique dining experience. Indoor and outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the naturally beautiful scenery which compliments the contemporary California Cuisine. Whether it’s sustainable seafood or locally grown produce, The View emphasizes natural ingredients while providing four-diamond service. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks to help cover increases in labor costs and to support a higher minimum wage.***Please note that our kitchen closes from 1:30pm-2:00pm to prepare for dinner service. Our bar and restaurant remain open during that time, offering a fine selection of local wines, craft beers, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic refreshments to enjoy.
A photo of la Posta restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2343)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 9 times today
Select from a menu that features dishes composed of locally sourced ingredients as well as house-made pastas, naturally leavened breads and pizzas from our brick oven. Because we rely on the bounty of the Santa Cruz farming community, our menu changes frequently and features a wide array of specials. La Posta’s all-Italian wine list includes autochthonous varieties from small producers, by-the-glass and by the bottle. La Posta adheres to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch Program and is a certified City of Santa Cruz Green Business.We are so thankful for the incredible support from our customers and community. We will continue to adjust our service based upon best practices for keeping our staff and community safe.
A photo of Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1980)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 21 times today
Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge is Santa Cruz’s best new destination for coastal California cuisine. The approachable and family-friendly vibe at Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge will welcome hotel guests and locals alike.
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4.7
Exceptional(2869)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz
Booked 31 times today
Laili is our expression of love through food and service. We offer a unique menu made up of fusion Afghani Mediterranean items that include kabobs, wraps, flatbreads, pastas, and spiced lamb and chicken dishes as well as delicious vegetarian options.Laili Restaurant "BEST MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT", Good Times 2023, Voted #1Rich Mediterranean Flavors with a Unique Afghan Twist in the Heart of Downtown Santa Cruz.Currently taking reservations for lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome too.Dine in our elegant, secluded, off street patio. Visit our website for event information.
A photo of Sanderlings - Seascape Resort restaurant
3.8
Excellent(1295)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Aptos
Booked 7 times today
Sanderlings Restaurant at Seascape Beach Resort offers elegant, casual dining with a spectacular ocean view from sunrise to sunset.
A photo of Gabriella Cafe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(978)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 15 times today
Gabriella Cafe is a highly rated, romantic Italian restaurant in downtown Santa Cruz. Reviewers consistently praise its 'creative', 'delicious' and 'fresh' food, 'consistently excellent' service, and the 'romantic' and 'charming' ambiance. Many mention it as a special occasion destination, with one stating 'Gabriella’s is a quaint almost European in ambiance. We reserve coming here for special occasions.'
A photo of Oblò restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(58)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 8 times today
Modern Italian cuisine with Californian influence, sit in our beautiful dining room or enjoy one of our amazing craft drinks in the comfort and cozy lounge bar area.Our chef Andrea designed an innovative menu that perfect match with the list of cocktails craft from the Bar manager Keith Fox.
A photo of Oswald restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1616)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 15 times today
Oswald is a contemporary American restaurant and bar that focuses on the abundance of delicious ingredients found on the central coast of California. Oswald features an eclectic, international wine list and an exciting, seasonal bar program. While the decor is spare and modern, the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed. Oswald features new art shows every two months. We do have first come tables available in the lounge as well as bar seats.Come by and see if there is a table or seat for you.
A photo of Chocolate the Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(89)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Booked 10 times today
Now celebrating 25 years, Chocolate the Restaurant provides an attractive dining environment for couples on dates, friendly meetings, and special occasion meals. Dine outside on the heated garden patio. Celebrate special occasions with up to 25 guests in the private street-side party room. Maybe start with a Chocolate Martini or a Passion Fruit Margarita. Chef David Jackman's fresh baked pasta rosettes, slow-roasted meats, and delicious seasonal organic vegetable dishes are all a prelude to our many chocolaty desserts. Our wine list focuses on local and on Italian wines. Our cocktails are all made from scratch; often using locally distilled spirits, and always using fresh house-made mixers. We are at your service for dinner every night! Afternoon walk-up cafe' service Friday thru Sunday. . We are open for dinner every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
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  • Diana
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This dining experience was wonderful.Our servers were knowledgeable and helpful. My husband was able to taste a couple of different wines before making his choice. We shared an excellent, if not traditional, Caesar salad. The addition of roasted garlic and whole anchovy was very delicious. We each had a special fish entree. Halibut for my husband and trout for me. The sides that came with the entrees included Kale, lentils, with the trout and fennel, kale and some type of heirloom beans with the halibut. Everything was unique and very flavorful. The portions were large. we could have easily shared the trout and we did bring some of that home. The ambiance and the view of the wharf is lovely and we enjoyed the live music in the background. We had a truly memorable meal.
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    Jack O'Neill Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
    4.7
  • LeifVIP
    Miami - Dade •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Very good food, wine and service, all for a good price too! Thank you!
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    Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Soquel
    4.7
  • Jacklyn
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We made a reservation for 530pm. Out day wine tasting got done early so we made our way back to the resort. Had a dip in the hot tub before heading over to catch the tail end of sunset with the most spectacular view of the bay. The day, so we thought, couldn’t get any better. The bartender was fairly nice but the vibe was really good. Didn’t feel rushed and even took our drinks over to a fire pit on another patio. Really just a great spot especially for being at a hotel. Usually they are stale and boring. Not here, there was even live music.
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    The View, a Treeside RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
    4.1
  • Alex
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Really great experience at Laili, we went for our anniversary and were both very pleased with the ambiance, food, and service. Even got a comp’ed chocolate tart for the occasion. Would eat there again for sure.
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    LailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
    4.7
  • LoriVIP
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 30, 2024
    Gavin was amazing! Such a wonderful knowledgeable server! The entire wait staff and host were attentive friendly and fun!!
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    la PostaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Cruz
    4.8
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