Shadowbrook
American Restaurant and Seafood Restaurant$$$$
Capitola
"... perfect for a wedding, anniversary, or engagement. 💎💍💐👰"(3 Tips)
"Go to The Shadowbrook and have a great time, try the Angus Prime Rib"(7 Tips)"Go to Shadowbrook for a nice romantic night out, and great food."(6 Tips)
"dress code requirements"(2 Tips)
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KarinNovember 20, 2016It's a beautiful restaurant. The service was great, from the hostess to the server. Recommended for a special occasion. We were celebrating our anniversary and they treated us well.
Upvoted Jan 21
FrancescaMay 4, 2015I ate here last on Thursday night when all Seafood dinners are $20. So glad I chose the Pacific Rim Salmon! It was wonderfully delicious. I can't wait to go back for this dish again.
Christina MeekMarch 13, 2015Yes it's expensive but sooo worth it the service and experience was so amazing and magical!! Best food of my life! The picture is of the lamb my husband had. Our server was andrew he was spectacular
Vicky WatsonSeptember 12, 2018Riding the trolley is fun but walking down the stairs through the garden is better and you can always ride the trolley back up the hill when you leave
Brian StraussJuly 20, 2021A good time in a beautiful spot. Nothing particularly modern here: a good martini and a delicious menu of 20th century continental greatest hits. Only thing missing is the smoking section.
Daniel BowenJune 2, 2019The prime rib was spectacular and the mashed potatoes were exquisite. I also enjoyed the frozen strawberry drink.
Elissa W.February 14, 2016Beautiful setting, great service thanks to Wyatt, our awesome waiter, and delicious food! We had pork chop, filet mignon, and the prime rib: all 3 were very tender and flavorful.
Rani QueenJuly 18, 2021Loved the cable car. Chicken sandwich and artichoke pizza were great. Jack Daniel’s whisky mud pie was really good
David BernalNovember 11, 2014One of the most beautiful restaurant I have ever have dinner in. Great ambience. Lovely scenery. The cable car to get to the restaurant is so cute.
Ric ForresterMarch 18, 2022The ambience is great, especially by the windows. Great food. A variety of rooms/spaces to choose from when planning an outing or event!
Abbey KeckNovember 27, 2020The Caramel Appletini and the seared ahi appetizer were great. The molten chocolate dessert seemed like the best bet - wouldn’t recommend the apple pie.
Tina WarviNovember 13, 2011This place is so unbelievably cool & gorgeous! The food is fantastic!! Make reservations tho & arrive early evening so you still have light out to walk the gardens which they get their herbs from!- Angela StanfordFebruary 22, 2014Check dress code requirements, although not strictly enforced when we were there. Use Shadowbrook cab if not from the area. Arrive early and walk down (take cable car after meal). Butcher's Filet!!!
Elijah ColpittsApril 19, 2016Food was awesome. Service was top-notch. Atmosphere was welcoming and comfortable. Will definitely come here again.
Randal KayMay 15, 2015Andrew our waiter was super. And the food was great. Super wine list. Knowledgable staff. Great free birthday sundae
Chris CatapanoOctober 3, 2010First: this place rocks. Prices are reasonable for a high-end experience. Service is fantastic, atmosphere is super-unique, very romantic. One of the top five unique atmospheres I've experienced- Dance ArtistMarch 28, 2016It is CRAZY fancy, has a dress code, nice, and expensive, perfect for a wedding, anniversary, or engagement. 💎💍💐👰
Readiness KAugust 13, 2016Prime rib is fantastic and comes with one of the best creamed spinach side dishes around
Chris ReeseOctober 5, 2018Excellent food, especially the prime rib, and an incredibly romantic setting.
Happy hour Tuesdays in the rock room. Live music in the rock room Thurs, Fri, and sat nights
Vladyslav ZakharchenkoFebruary 22, 2017Fantastic place for families, or a romantic date. Should make a reservation for table.
Derek GurneySeptember 7, 2015The bar is a pleasant spot to have a drink by the fireplace or the waterfall
Allison GarciaJune 7, 2015sitting outside on the patio for dinner and the brick oven pizza! googood selection- Stephen A SimpsonJanuary 9, 2016The fact is the Fog Bank is under new ownership and is now named THE SAND BAR.
JIGJanuary 18, 2014Enjoy Shawdowbrook's Monday Night Special: PRIME RIB MONDAYS (from November through February) ~ $15.95
Dinah NicolasDecember 27, 2011Guavapolitan is delicious!! Chowder, bread, caprese, end cut prime rib all on point!!!
Jay MartinMay 27, 2015One of the prettiest restaurants I've been to. Food and drinks were average. Menu a bit dated.
William GunnFebruary 24, 2016You'd think this place is all about the view, but the food was surprisingly good.
Chris SalazarFebruary 15, 2010Sirloin steak is the best! Make sure to enjoy the atmosphere. You might even be lucky enough to witness a marriage proposal too!
It's all about having a few cocktails and appetizers in the lounge.
- Toivo BetancourtFebruary 14, 2010Go to The Shadowbrook and have a great time, try the Angus Prime Rib
- Toivo BetancourtFebruary 13, 2010Go to Shadowbrook for a nice romantic night out, and great food. Read more
ElliottJune 21, 2012Ugh...been coming here for 38, yes 38! years...the ambience can't be beat but the food is mediocre...so disappointing. :(
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Shadowbrook
1750 Wharf Rd (Capitola Road)
Capitola, CA 95010
United States
Capitola, CA 95010
United States
Quirky dining rooms & views of Soquel Creek come alongside California cuisine & a wine list.
Closed until 4:00 PM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 4:00 PM–8:45 PM
- Sat
- 3:30 PM–9:45 PM
- Sun
- 2:30 PM–8:45 PM
(831) 475-1511
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Dining Options
Bar Service
Parking
Public Lot
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour, Bar Snacks
Drinks
Full Bar
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Anthony Vasquez - 5.9
"Great views. Garden salad and the pomegranate mimosa are good. Decent wines too."
Sarah R - 7.9
"Nice place to have dinner. Great appetizers. Try the long beach cocktail!"
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