My favorite bar in town! Great spot for an after-work drink and socializing with the regulars, and…read morethey also host frequent weekend events that often include live music. Love playing darts here and they have a couple of pool tables and a jukebox as well. The owners often bartend themselves and all their staff are super friendly and attentive. There is a large outdoor patio where drinks and smoking are allowed. I've made lots of friends here!

Love this bar, always fun, great bands on tues and wed and pool playing is always fun , great…read morebartenders

Hands down Brady's yacht club was just fun is the easiest way to say it. We showed up Saturday,…read moreAugust 22, around 11:30 a.m. there were a few other patrons inside the bar and maybe two outside on the patio area and it was just Good vibes all around. The bartender that made our drinks, didn't tonic and bloody mary, was super personable and asta's general questions about where we were from and how we were spending our day today. We let her know that we're from the Sacramento area here for a wedding and she was all excited and said that we had a perfect day to come visit for a little bit before having to head to our wedding event. More than anything this place is meant for a good time. Come in with good vibes, big smile, and cash cuz it's a cash bar only, and you will have an amazing time. So happy that we stumbled upon this as we were right next door getting sandwiches for late lunch. Highly recommend swinging by this bar and having a good time.

I had the worst father's day and GRACE AND KAI made it all better, they took care of me, everything…read morewas clean and amazing and they made it feel like home. I've been here before and haven't met them but I did tonight and this was the best. Visit them, tip them, hell yeah

There are two floors! Downstairs and upstairs…read more Upstairs lounge is bigger with more tables and sofas for large groups. I like the red lighting throughout the whole place. It's a fun and unique vibe

Was my fav in college and now a must when I'm in Santa Cruz. The red room is pretty chill, although…read moreit does get busier on weekend nights. Friendly bartenders, ideal red everything vibes, and two rooms for seating options.

Dive Bar with heart and standards. Great drinks, fun live bands and entertainment, and impressive…read moreservice. I believe its because its under new managing ownership with Amy at the helm, leading by example. An industry OG who cares about delivering great drinks, service, and experience while also making sure her staff are well supported. Any bar can make a drink, Mission West makes a fantastic one, but the service and overall experience is what differentiates Mission West.

I've lived in Santa Cruz county for almost 10 years and haven't really visited a lot of bars in…read moretown. My sister came to visit so I looked up a few to check out and she liked their drink menu here so we checked it out. Walking in its divey inside, but I always love a good dive bar. The bartender was super friendly, happy to chat and offered us the drink list to look over. They had a pickle martini on the menu and that's what we opt'd for. I never had one before, but I DUG it. It's savory and a bit sour, love. We sat outside and they had pizza to order back there and line dancing happening. It was fun to watch the environment and people dancing. Good crowd of folks and friendly to conversation.

We made a reservation to celebrate my daughter's 2nd birthday, and Low Tide delivered a wonderful…read moreexperience from start to finish. The hostess had everything set up for us the moment we walked in and was super friendly. Our waitress was incredibly warm, welcoming, and patient with our family throughout the entire meal. As for the food: Catch of the Day: Fresh, amazingly flavored, and cooked perfectly. Pizza: Solid 4/5 with great flavor combinations. Overall, we were extremely pleased with our evening. If you're looking for a nice, casual spot with high-quality food and top-tier service in Santa Cruz, I highly recommend Low Tide!

It's been a few months, but I thought I'd share because it still keeps me from wanting to return…read more My husband booked the Mother's Day special brunch for my first Mother's Day. When we arrived there was a bit of a wait, and we were not given an option of inside or outside seating. I watched another couple arrive after us given this option, and they chose outside. We were seated outside a few minutes later, but I noticed it was a little chilly and quite windy. I asked if there was seating inside, to which they said no without checking. I immediately asked if they could turn on a heater for us, as I had our 3 month old infant on my lap. I was promised they would try. 15 minutes later and two more requests for a heater that they never tried to light, we decided to leave. Johnny's Harborside never disappoints and we should have done that from the start. Won't be back, which is unfortunate since we are local and I frequent the spa regularly. Something to consider before their next Mother's Day event.

On Thursday, we just popped in for a game of pool…read more Low key friendly folks here. Nice and clean pool table; with good cue sticks. Music plays low key tunes. This place is mellow: def. relaxing here. Friendly bartender pours well. IPA's on tap; frosty cold pours.

Jury room- came here because of the history IYKYK.. the serial killer in the 1970's... anyways…read morestopped in with a buncha girls during a bachelorette weekend in Santa Cruz! Your typical dive bar! The cocktail was disgusting, the woman working was pissed 10 beautiful women walked in, not clean bathrooms. Good music. The vibes!

Have No Beer Beer…read morebar located inside the Abbott Square Market in Downtown Santa Cruz. The Good: * Friendly service * Covered dog-friendly outdoor dining * Great selection of beer and wine on tap that changes seasonally or as availability allows. * Cocktails The Meh: * No food, but that's OK; you're literally surrounded by food at the Abbott Square Market. The Ugly: * Street parking only, which can be hit-or-miss, and be sure to read the signage. Conclusion: Beer good.

This place is rated way too low. 3 out of 3 drinks were amazing and the bartender helped guide me…read moreto the third one and was spot on. And they were friendly. So cool and in a sweet center that was better than the dock I was on the night before. Seats open each time I went. Highly recommend!

Great times, good vibes! I forgot to take a pic of my Mr.Makai drink but it was delicious, strong…read morebut flavorful. The servers were very nice, just a bit busy with all the tables so it did take a little while for service but nothing unreasonable. Loved the loco moco I would say it was a little hot for medium well perhaps the toppings made it cook a little more after plating but it was proper juicy and seasoned. The bbq plate was great, the flavors were pretty much the same but different textures depending on what meat you were trying. The kalbi was really thick! Would definitely stop by again to see what's going on with the food or drink menu.

The poke didn't taste very fresh and the service was just average. When we weren't sure what to…read moreorder, the staff didn't offer any recommendations. And don't expect to get what you see in the photos the actual food was quite different and disappointing. Overall, I wouldn't really recommend this place if you're looking for somewhere to eat at the Boardwalk.

What a fantastic stop during our West Coast road trip! The food here was (surprisingly) delicious;…read moreevery dish was flavorful and completely exceeded our expectations. Besides the fantastic food, the service was absolutely top-notch. The staff was prompt, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed. What really made this experience complete was the location. The view over the Santa Cruz coastline is simply impressive. Great food with a beautiful view of the Pacific Ocean--what more could you ask for? Highly recommended if you are in the area and looking for a great dining experience with an unforgettable view!

Came here for drinks after an afternoon at the Boardwalk. We'd had some not so good drinks already…read moreand were looking for a nice cocktail for a change of pace. The drinks here did not disappoint, they were well balanced and hit the spot perfectly. We perused the bar menu since that's all that was open at this point, and while so much sounded good, we ended up doing a custom order for a regular side of fries and the onion dip that normally comes with chips. Fries were good, not my favorite kind, but still good, and the onion dip was really great! The bar and surrounding area was open seating. We got a table close to the bar, so some ocean views just from a far. Service was friendly and even though it was pretty crowded, we never had to wait too long to be checked in on.

The beer's good, they serve it cold, there was a good crowd, and the bartenders are cool. I can't…read morecomplain. I stopped in and ordered a flight of beer for $13.50. it included a Humble Sea Helles lager, a Wave Czech pilsner, a Liquid Horizon pale ale, and a Tide and Seek West Coast IPA. All were good, but I liked the smoothness and crisp finish of the lager the best. Running a close second was the easy drinking pale ale with its hints of citrus. Both were refreshing and satisfying. It was busy when I visited, but that didn't stop the bartenders from being friendly and taking the time to explain the different beers. It was busy that day, but I managed to find a seat. Good beers were drunk and relaxation was achieved. Cheers!

Our experience here was wonderful. First time at the Humble Sea location in Santa Cruz and I'm so…read moreglad we had a chance to visit. We came close to closing, about an hour before. This location has food trucks for bite options, outdoor seating if you have pets, and a few seats inside if it's too windy out. The service was impeccable. Bryan had close down the growler station but reopened it because he saw my devastation when the QIPA was not for sale. Can't thank Bryan enough for ensuring I got a chance to take home their best beer on tap. Come for the service, the ambiance, and the best beers.