Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Eastside, Santa Cruz

Matthias • February 28, 2020Today it was just too hot for a warm refreshment, hence, I had to go for the Espresso Tonic which I think is a perfect re-energiser on days like this. 👍🏼 #dogwelcoming #friendly #delicious 😁

ᴡ P. • March 25, 2018Our entire family loves Marianne's. The chocolate mandarin is my favorite, but every flavor that I've tried has been really good.

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

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

Tara W. • June 21, 2011The gado gado is fabulous with tofu or prawns, and sub brown rice or noodles for yummy combo

Melissa M. • April 4, 2013Call ahead. The wait can be long, but so worth it!! Prawns scampi and black truffle gnocchi were a hit! We ate here two nights in a row during our trip.

Bobbie N. • April 8, 2010The clam chowder and fresh fish dishes are wonderful. Get there on a Wendesday to see the sail boats races and sunset

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

Roma G. • August 30, 2014Banana walnut pancakes, sausage scramble (choose cinnamon roll!), best coffee in town

Barbara M. • February 10, 2012Such a dog-friendly establishment! They have complimentary treats for your pooch, so be sure to share the love as you pick up your coffee drink!

Sasa R. • May 24, 2014Akira rocks! Delicious food, excellent service, fair prices and an awesome selection of well crafted veggie rolls! One of my favourite sushi spots in Santa Cruz. Also... 2 happy hours every day!

Susan C. • February 23, 2016Great buffet! (Unusual for a Thai restaurant) Wonderful Veerkat art on the walls too.

Beth M. • February 26, 2018It is my first visit. Everyone was friendly. I got the Santa Barbara Char burger and it was really good. Fries were good too.

Blake S. • July 5, 2017Any of their burritos are great - just beans, meat, salsa, and cabbage.

Jenn H. • November 30, 2013Great ocean views, great bloody Mary's, excellent nopalitos scramble.

Judy H. • July 22, 2013Great wine list, loved the watermelon and buratta starter. The counter is the way to go for an engaging evening.

Jeff R. • April 3, 2016Good, tasty pie. Especially like the mushroom & pepperoni

laazik • November 12, 2017Awesome for late breakfast or lunch. Easy going and with a view to harbour.

Cristina B. • September 28, 2014My dad loves their fried calamari and I really like their fish dishes and their sweet potato fries! Good place to watch sunset too!

Susan C. • October 30, 2013Fish tacos are huge with no cabbage

Barbara M. • June 2, 2012Their hummus is so tasty. We pick up extra to have with gluten-free crackers at home.

Chuck H. • May 7, 2011Great breakfasts and lunches...Turkey Melt is very tasty.

Emme H. • June 20, 2011The concrete floor makes for easy clean ups after the fights.

Ryan L. • October 2, 2012Olallieberry & honey milkshake. Light, fluffy, a little tart, and a whole lotta delicious!

Athonia C. • November 27, 2016Put the om nom nom nomb Chompskys on their vegetarian "Mediterranean combo plate" or just try the 🌶 vegan falafel Sandwich with added jalapeño. Both are the B💣MB-Diggity‼️ Joe's always keepin' it 💯

Michelle S. • May 12, 2013Don't skip dessert! The pannacotta was perfect. Creamy deliciousness, not too sweet! (We went light on the caramel sauce).

Beth M. • January 22, 2018Sandwiches and salads. Can’t go wrong for lunch or dinner. I love to use the app to order ahead.

Dave H. • April 10, 2012The super quesadilla is delicious. Also try the lengua!

Ayana • April 21, 2015Good coffee, nice place to seat and work there, close to laundry and the ocean

Athonia C. • October 10, 2013A great ambiance is created here with high ceilings & down tempo jams. Whole wheat tortillas and vegan burrito option wraps it up for the vegetarian types. Try the green salsa! It's spicy.