Restaurants near Pacific Garden Shopping

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1. Laili

4.7

Exceptional(2884)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 23 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.

2. Gabriella Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(980)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Zagat rated as "OUTSTANDING". Gabriella Cafe is a 50 seat, picturesque and romantic dining experience in downtown Santa Cruz.

3. Oswald

4.5

Awesome(1617)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 14 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.

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4. Chocolate the Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(102)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 2 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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5. Mozaic - Santa Cruz

4.8

Exceptional(478)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

We named our restaurant Mozaic because we wanted to capture the diversity of flavors and culmination of authentic Mediterranean dishes that we offer. We bring together the best of Mediterranean recipes from Greece, Lebanon, Turkey and Sicily, emphasizing Middle Eastern influence. Our menu is hand-crafted after years of experience in the restaurant business knowing what people like. We make every dish completely authentic, utilizing 100 years old techniques that have been passed down through generations to bring you incredible flavor. COME AND TASTE THE DIFFERENCE We seek only the best, local ingredients. We use high-quality meats, like our Australian lamb tenderloin and select only sustainable seafood. Our lavash comes from an authentic Persian bakery. Everyone wants family. Mozaic is a warm and inviting atmosphere where everyone can feel at home. Come enjoy our incredible and lush atmosphere.

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6. Rosie McCann's Irish Pub & Restaurant - Santa Cruz

4.1

Excellent(44)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Irish • Santa Cruz

Rosie McCann's Irish Pub is located in Santa Cruz, California and specializes in serving homemade Irish pub fare. The restaurant features a neighborhood bar atmosphere and offers a full-service bar with over 25 beers on tap.Rosie McCann's Irish Pub serves lunch and dinner daily and offers an additional brunch service on weekends. Brunch fare at the restaurant consists of steak and eggs, corned beef hash and eggs, eggs Benedict, buttermilk pancakes and more. Lunch and dinner at Rosie McCann's Irish Pub features a variety of appetizers, salads, soups, entrées, steaks, Irish favorites, grass fed burgers, pasta and sandwiches.

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7. Woodstock's Pizza - Santa Cruz

4.6

Exceptional(32)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

Legendary taste meets an epic party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza in downtown Santa Cruz. Bring your friends for mouth-watering pizza and our famous Wildebread. Woodstock's offers a fast casual dining experience with counter ordering and delivery to your table.Bring your friends for award-winning pies, sides and suds. Your choices are endlessly customizable; we have options for most dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-intolerant. Try our signature wheat crust and exclusive extra zesty sauce, and watch us load on the freshest, highest-quality toppings. Woodstock's has 16 taps serving some of the most innovative craft beers, along with a selection of bottled beers and wines. We specialize in groups of all sizes, with flexible seating and a pet-friendly heated patio. Join the fun at our weekly Trivia and Pint Nights. We're open from lunch to late night, and we deliver throughout Santa Cruz. We accept reservations f

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8. Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(1994)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 14 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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9. The Water Street Grill

4.7

Exceptional(314)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Our local restaurant in Santa Cruz Ca is Family owned, The Water Street Grill is a neighborhood Grill, steak,seafood,burger and wine-Beer Bar offering farm-to-table food, handcrafted drink and a selection of intriguing, affordable Firestone Drafted beers & great selection of wines. We have been more the 20 years in the Restaurant business, we are very committed our restaurant to treat customers with the most respect and let us also handle any event you having, will make it unforgettable moment.

10. Ideal Bar & Grill

4.8

Exceptional(306)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

Fun, family friendly dining with a beautiful view of Santa Cruz Main beach and the Municipal Wharf! We offer out side seating on our sunny deck! Come down and try our award winning clam chowder today! Reservations are for our inside dining room only.

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Lynn
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of our favorite places, especially on a rainy, quiet night. Their food is always sooo good, crispy chili cauliflower, roasted beet salad and a shared butternut squash ravioli, my personal favorite, and a bottle of 2021 Windy Oaks Pinot. Chef Gema Cruz is an aptly named gem! ♥️
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Gabriella CafePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz
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4.7
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Troy
Cincinnati / Dayton •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Our server Dylan was friendly and had some great recommendations for us. Food was fantastic. Quick and the right portion size. Really enjoyed the evening. Cheers
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LailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
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4.7
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barbara
Washington, D.C. Area •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Oswald’s was very good. Noise level was high. We enjoyed are meal & service was excellent
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OswaldPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
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4.5
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EddieVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
03/07/25 weekly visit. Had the usual pasta rosettes for 2 and the Oaxacan chicken mole. Finished with chocolate ecstasy sundae, sinc cake, Victoria hot chocolate.
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Chocolate the RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Cruz
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4.6
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Ken
San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 11, 2025
Food is great and variety on the menu is perfect.
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Mozaic - Santa CruzPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
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4.8

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