Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near Eastside, Santa Cruz

Ed R. • March 16, 2014Nitrogen infused cold coffee on tap. Yum.

Jason K. • July 15, 2013The butter brickle is awesome! Brought back memories of Thrifty's!

Nate C. • April 4, 2012The best in town! Carrot Cake, Devils Food Cake, Sandwiches, Salads, Mocha's & Croissants. The list goes on... Just an all around fantastic place to hang out at! The barista's know what they're doing!

Keith W. • May 30, 2017Best dive bar in town. Pool table, TouchTunes jukebox, pinball, awesome bartenders, good bottled beer selection, plenty of Jameson.

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.

Kai • August 26, 2011My favorite fast food stop in town! Need something fast and healthy? Stop here for a noodle or rice bowl, or a salad.

David C. • March 23, 2021The sunshine and beach. Heard the food and drinks aren't bad either. La palma is also near and good, plenty of choices in one place.

Keith W. • May 30, 2012The newest and best in Santa Cruz, period.

Karolina 🦖 • September 19, 2015Lovely Greek omelette (look under specialties, not omlettes). You can pick between a toast and cinnamon roll - go for the roll, it's amazing!

Alan H. • January 1, 2011Get a frequent customer card. Free beverage every 10.

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.

A B. • December 30, 2012Come here to enjoy the best Sunday brunch in town. The triple bypass crepe or chile relleno crepe are so savory good.

Matthias • April 15, 2020#thegreatamericantakeout : What I wasn‘t quite expecting was the heat... They are taking their spiciness serious! 🌶🔥👌🏼 WOW!! If you like it HOT, this is definitely a place to keep in mind! 👍🏼

Barbara M. • May 13, 2015Corn quesadilla *sin queso, *con guacamole. Yummy& they are happy to make that switch for me

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

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

Sonia W. • January 5, 2013The lamb ribelletes are delicious! We also enjoyed the veggie dumplings and beef and noodle soup. Everything is handmade for you. The little wait is well worth it! Owners were great too.

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

Alicia R. • August 12, 2010Delicious breakfast! Sit outside along the Harbor with the heat lamps.

Dana G. • February 26, 2017The vegetable platter was a delicious selection of flavors. Also the pakora! Very tasty and excellent, friendly service.

Michelle A. • February 6, 2017The view is overlooking the yachts. Nice small place thT gets packed so get reservations always. Food was great. Loved the calamari and the shrimp scampi. Service was excelent too.

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 💯

Maryellen • September 15, 2014Inventive burgers, a must-see if you're hungry in Santa Cruz.

Barbara M. • September 19, 2012The avocado cucumber sandwich is one of our favorites. Get it with jalapeños - yum!

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

Georgia T. • March 9, 2011By "The soup", I think he means the carne en Su jugo, which is absolutely delish! But tacos are bomb too! The green salsa is a must!

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.

Anna V. • August 19, 2013Three Lagunitas pints for $12! Pretty sweet dive bar!

Darius D. • December 23, 2012Lasagna, salads, pizza... All excellent!

Elliot D. • February 3, 2010Super burrito is the way to go