Suggestions for Casual places near Santa Cruz

Marissa C. • February 21, 2018Great place for working .. lots of space and very chill

Hexxy S. • April 13, 2016The sparkling sake is the best cold sake I've ever had. A little fruity and reasonable during their happy hours. Go during happy hour. Cheap small plates, chill vibe, delicious and funky sushi.

Allen R. • January 29, 2014Come for the dope coffee beans. Stay for the chill vibe. You'll love Verve!

Paul M. • November 25, 2016Gorgeous space with some of the best espresso, pour overs, and cold brews you can imagine.

James • October 9, 2013Relaxed atmosphere and some great breakfasts.

Leonardo D. • December 22, 2013Friendly, casual, full of Santa Cruz locals. Their Aviation gin cocktail impressed as did the fingerling potatoes, and the lamb kabobs. Opt for a stoop at the bar for lively banter with the waitstaff.

whitney b. • December 24, 2018Worth the hype (and the wait). Gluten free options available. The polenta Benedict is amazing!

Em L. • February 22, 2019Legit SoCal-style Mexican food. Tacos, burritos, everything was great (they even have a California / asada french fry burrito!). Killer salsa bar too.

Nicholas C. • July 15, 2015This is my go to Santa Cruz lunch spot.

Ed Yoshi H. • October 7, 2018Banana pancakes and avocado with poached eggs

Barry S. • June 29, 2014Great location and relaxed atmosphere. Calamari and Smoked salmon apps are excellent but the Alderwood Smoked prime rib was absolutely amazing, honestly the best I've ever had.

IS K. • August 21, 2014Raspberry gingerbread ice cream. Crazy flavor. Great little ice cream place.

Polina L. • June 11, 2017Peanut sauce noodles with some tofu! Yum!

Amy L. • February 21, 2015Great beach to chill and relax

Vihang M. • May 27, 2018Great sandwiches and amazing bread and baked goods. Didn’t get to try any of the cakes but they looked extremely tempting.

Hexxy S. • April 13, 2016The short rib is the best I've ever had. Perfectly grilled, amazing flavor. There's great Chardonnay in pineapple and passionfruit flavors, and the place is super casual vibe and classic Santa Cruz.

Andy C. • August 31, 2013Great seating area outside with heaters to keep the chill off. Inside has big screen sport on. Don't miss put on the Wheat Ale!

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

Jackie R. • February 12, 2016Organic and tasty sandwiches! Try the chicken sandwich

Matt M. • March 5, 2011Got the frutti de mar special tonight and its all local seafood, good on ya Lillians

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

Sebastian L. • November 8, 2019Atmosphere is chill. Coffee is great.

Richard D. • September 10, 2011Grab a drink, chill out, and listen to some music in the ambient red glow

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.

Daniela H. • June 29, 2016Concept is very different, but nice! :) i had the german Bratwurst in a Bretzelpan - i loved it 😃