Rating the food, mainly the tacos & teriyaki kabobs. Taco…read moremeat was too stiff, lacked taste. Teriyaki kabobs was too sweet - peppers in the kabobs skews were the best portion.

What a fun spot! We finished a nearby hike and saw the sign on the road as we were heading out to…read moreour hike and we knew it needed to happen on the way back. Great selection of beers, sours, cider, and kombucha. There is an option for food, but we only got drinks. Food looked basic, but I can't attest to it since we didn't make any of it happen. Dogs are allowed, so are kids. lol, there is a kid-free zone if you prefer that is sectioned off. I can see it being a nice option, but it's nice to see families and folks all enjoying the space together. Not much to add other than if you are in the area it is absolutely worth the stop. Service was friendly, disc golf friendly folks (they sell discs), swag to purchase including their super cute glasses which we did go home with. Too cute to pass up.

Really good beer !!!!! I like the outdoor patio …read more Sara the corky is cute and friendly. Would be nice to have more food options and more parking.

I always love trying out and knocking out a California brewery. So many to pick from but of course…read moreI may have less of that attitude should I be living there and did a lot of statewide travel like the current and previous states I have lived in. For Sante Adairius the beer that Steve and I had and I can report liked was their IPA known as Spots and Dots. This IPA was a bit more refreshing and fun compared to some IPA'S where it just seems like a blur from one brewery to the next and you wonder if you actually went to a different brewery from the previous one if you have IPA'S back to back. So in this regard I am happy to say that it was distinctive and had it's own signature. Flavor highlights with this IPA are hoppy, juicy and bitter. The beer is also aromatic and smooth. I found out later this brewery makes very good saisons so should the opportunity arise again to get a hold of one I certainly will as I love a good saison!

East End Gastropub consistently delivers delicious, solid food…read more Started with Crispy Shrimp Bao Buns which were crispy and tasty! Came for their Burger week Soft Shell Crab Burger !!! Amazing! Soooo Tasty! Get yours before they are gone!

I've been dining here semi-regularly for quite a few years. The food has always been great. I…read morelove a good locally-owned and run restaurant, so I'm happy to support them. They used to do a mighty good happy hour menu, and we used to come pretty often during the busy workweek for that, but I guess they stopped that some time ago. I wish they'd bring it back, as it was a good value, great pizzas, and a good excuse to go out to dinner without breaking the bank. Anyway, we've brought many family and out-of-town friends to East End Gastropub, and everyone loves it. It's not inexpensive, but it's a solid, hands-on kitchen with real food. Service has always been good. It's a bit upscale without being fussy. Highly recommended.

Popped into the Bay Bar in Capitola Village for a bite to eat and a cocktail - wow this place is so…read morenice! Brightly painted in beachy colors with beautiful enormous rattan lighting, and a clean and friendly atmosphere. It has cool wrap-around modern seating benches with boho pillows and mirror wall decor near the pool table. We got to meet super charming Brittany, the owner, and ordered a fried chicken sandwich/fries which was crunchy and yummy and the pile of fries were crispy which we love. Also had buffalo chicken wings - they were so perfectly cooked, tender and juicy. They truly were the best I've had in the area. BUT I cannot say enough how incredibly perfect the Martini that Brittany made me was - A Vodka martini with jalapeño-infused olive juice with two blue-cheese stuffed olives served in an icy fogged martini glass. I think it was called the Spicy Christina. Refreshing and a sipping pleasure. We'll definitely be back for all the above and to try their Waffle-Chicken sandwich. We also got to hang with our favorite local bartender, Christa! She'll make you feel at home with her chatty ways, bar games and good pours!!!! This is a great place to meet up with friends and definitely a local fave. But tourists will love it too - it has such a light and friendly party vibe.

This bar is our favorite place. The new owners have totally transformed the space and it is so…read morebeautiful. It's always fun down there and you get the best service highly recommend for anyone local or visiting town. Thursday night bunco is a blast and so is karaoke!

Capitola Tap House is a must visit. They have such a great selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic…read moredrinks with a ton of kombucha. Dog friendly and the owner Amy is so nice. We can't wait to go back!

Second year in a row visiting Capitola California and it would not be complete without making a…read morestop here! Kombucha, wine, coffee, and margaritas on tap. So fun self serve right near the fire station. Gotta make your way over here!!

Location is secluded but it's at your Discretion, . Once you enter the parking lot entrance for the…read morestreet keep your eyes to the right and look for the tall red Barn wall, you can't miss the sign. We were kindly greeted by Rochelle who helped up with our desired libation. I loved the ambiance and am so happy the day was shiny and pleasant because we sat outside to take in the fresh air. Of course there's overflow seating here because they also have a plentiful menu and kitchen to cater to your culinary appitite. We ordered the Uncle David RIPA, which went don't smoothly, is all I can say. Take a load off, kick your feet up, and grab a book (they have a cute Book Nook inside) and relax and grab a bite and a brew. CHEERS!!

Quality/Quantity - Decided to try their $5 special which was good. Hola Lola, west coast IPA…read more No reds today, so we decided after one beer to go to Balefire Brewing; see other review. Food is also available, but we are going to Shadowbrook for dinner tonight. Atmosphere - Decent size location, well the outdoor space is huge. See pictures. Books and games were available, but we did not use them. Plenty of parking, but notice all the signs. So make sure you do NOT park in the wrong spots. Open 7 days a week from noon to 9pm. Live music, see website. Clean unisex restrooms. Wifi - See picture for password. Service - Counter service, overall good service. Got some free beer can stickers for my ski box. :) Thank you. Price - $6 + generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2011 with your doors opening in 2013.

Salad was out of this world! The food quality here beats anything I've had in Jersey growing up!read more

When it comes to Shadowbrook, there is nothing to say, other than the food is ALWAYS fantastic…read more Always! This last time i went was just a few days ago with my friend, for the first time for lunch. Again, smiles, through and through, all around. As to be expected, a limited menu but again, not in the least disappointed.

Love Balefire! Great beer with a welcoming vibe from the staff and patrons…read more Spacious inside / outside seating area, easy parking and high quality, rotating food trucks. Fun place to grab a pint!

Cut and pasted from their website: "Historically, a…read more"balefire" signified a gathering place for the community. Quality/Quantity - Another great find! Just left Discretion Brewing, see other review, and was not satisfied, so we came here. Sampled a few beers to start to confirm what I wanted. So I got my usual Red - Moped Irish Red Ale; so refreshing and with good flavors. Angus Double IPA - Against my better judgement, I finished my night with this. But that made my dinner better when we got to Shadowbrook, as I was so relaxed when I got there; see other reviews. Oh, ending up having the munchies so I also got a $1 bag of chips, lol. If you are following, you KNOW that my favorite breweries are ones where we can bring our own food, where they focus solely on making GREAT beer! Atmosphere - Decent size location, both indoor and outdoor seating. Events and food trucks, see website. Or my photo. Open 7 days a week, hours vary; see website. Wifi. Service - Cal is so professional and passionate about his job and beer! I believe he worked here for over 10 years. We had many different discussions on all the different beers they offer. I even eavesdropped on his beer conversations with the other patrons. Price - $18 + tip. Cost for good beer. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2023. Our local friends also recommended you, but that was after we already discovered you.

Bomb. If you want plain jane please go elsewhere. Well, you might still find your thang here. But,…read moretheir house Saison? It's a perfect clone of Dupont but actually fresh out of the keg? And therefore better (unless you be chillin in Belgium). That is not a compliment to be taken lightly. First American Saison that I actually want to fill up my growler with and don't care about the cost. That good. Pizza... I'm always sus about detroit style (allot of places precook the bread and therefore you are eating pizza toast). And for 28 bucks for a roni, I'd be a bit pissed. BUT. I actually dont know if they are doing that and franky don't care because I could not detect it (and I can usually tell being that I'm a bread baker). That being said, the bread is bomb as hell quite enjoyable. Even cold. So. It's worth the price. Or go spend the same or considerably more on some GIANT boring pizza somewhere else so you can eat leftovers for the rest of the week (or be in horrible pain from overeating). Your call. But worth it. Must try spot. House Saison. Done son #1.

To finish out our trip, we stopped at Sante Adairius in Santa Cruz. We had been to the Oakland…read morelocation, but this was on the way (and had, as Brookies called it, Unauthentic Detroit Style Pizza). We enjoyed some pours and some pizza while we did a little bit of work. For food: Brookies is banging. We started with the Sourdough Pretzel. It had a nice color to hit, unique shape, and was served with House Beer Cheese and Mustard. But for the main show we got the Pepperoni with Red Sauce, Mozzarella, Brick Cheese, and Parmigiano. We added Jalapeno and Hot Honey to make it banging. For beers, lots of small pours. Final Thoughts: A Blend of Bourbon Barrel Aged Barleywines. Beauty Sleep: A Saison Oak Aged with Raspberries. Saison Bernice: The OG. A Farmhouse Ale with multiple yeast additions including Brettanomyces. Absolutely perfect. Fallen Bough: A blend of Barrel Aged Belgian Blondes. Mizunara Beyond Forever: I gave in and got the Private Press beer. It was a Rye Barrel Aged Stout with Vanilla and conditioned on Mizunara. New Brighten: A West Coast IPA hopped with Simcoe, NZ Cascade, and Chinook. Animal Dance Party: A Hazy IPA hopped with Citra, Nelson Sauvin, and Galaxy Hops. Gretchen: A perfectly brewed Marzen. _____

We sat quickly. Service was prompt and friendly. We ordered ceviche and the full breakfast. The…read moresausage patty was interesting but tasty. The pancake was so good: buttery with a light crispiness which was tasty. Coffee was drip but still good. About six or seven tables inside and more outside with a nice view.

Capitola Califa's downtown is spread out like LA though not quite like LA , and like LA most of the…read moreaction takes place where the water meets the land. In Capitola's case, that would be the Esplanade. A stroll along here will reward you with a number of places where you can wine & dine. I suggest dropping in at the Sand Bar. Not the one at the end of Soquel Creek where all the sand is, but the one that opens on to the Esplanade. Here is a dive bar, in all the good ways. Often the bar is manned by Eric with the lovely long & tall Jill waiting tables. The burgers & fries were outstanding, and filling. Lots of beverages to imbibe in. Sitting on the deck rewards one with views of the bay and the antics of the shore birds. Try it, you'll return.