Was visiting family and wanted to buy a little something as a gift…read more Called Gayle's the morning of and ordered 4 of their pastries. The process was quick and easy. The menu is available online and they take same day orders via phone. Pickup was a little hectic as there were a lot of people in the bakery. I waited in line for a ticket and then waited for my number to be called, but found out that I could have just walked to the end of the bakery to pickup at the counter in the corner. I would probably add a sign to make it a little more obvious for those new to the bakery, nonetheless the pastries were amazing and nothing else matters. Everything was sweet but balanced with acidity or nuttiness. Great mix of textures and the crust does not fall apart even after a whole day in the fridge and being manhandled into cut portions. I'd highly recommend this place for out-of-towners, as those that live there already know it's the best.

I need everyone to close their mouth and just read…read more This place is truly a gem Someone cares about every single thing being made here's The consistency and quality of every single piece is a standout. Hubs and I loved both our Mocha and chai- right topped with fresher whipped cream- lovely beverages. Cinnamon roll- one of the best I ever had, I think it's have a bit of cardamom. Brookie- soft and chewy with a nice flavor Marionberry turnover- filling was performed but that dough is flavorful and flakey Old fashioned chocolate cake- moist and milk chocolatey Egg and bacon croissant/ bagel smashed tot breakfast sandwiches- warm and rich Ham and cheese croissant- one of my favorite things it's so good and stuffed with lots of cheese. Key like pie parfait- STFU there is no way it could be better. I have a few more items in my back seat that we have not had and I can't wait to taste them.

Really cute storefront. There's a store to the side, and a great display of pastries. I can see why…read morethey draw a crowd. Got here right after opening and took a stroll around. They were in the middle of making sandwiches, which did look appetizing. Got in line at a perfect time because it quickly grew behind me. I always go with the basics... purchased a true French baguette, and a delicious looking chocolate chip cookie. Solid 4 stars for the French baguette. Great crispy crust, nice airy inside, not dense at all. Awesome for dipping in coffee. My only downside is the price. $6 for a French baguette... why? I'm waiting to see if it gives me any super powers. As for the chocolate chip cookie... perfect example of how looks can be deceiving. I know it's all preference, but it was just a basic cookie. No sea salt added for that something extra and no browned butter to be found. Just an ordinary, overly priced cookie. Sadly, does not win a spot for my top 5. Also, the gentleman at the counter was pretty frigid. Maybe a bad morning? Perhaps that's his personality. Who knows, but I wouldn't expect much at the counter as far as hospitality goes.

1 star because they add a 3% fee for using a credit card, and don't mention it anywhere…read more Food-wise: - 5/5: The morning bun (a sticky bun) is outstanding. Ultra-caramelized goodness. - 4/5: The thumbprint cooking is very respectable.

Love this place -Amazong!! Fresh Delicious meals that…read moreartfully crafted and taste DELICIOUS! The Cupcakes are Delicious and Gigantic!!

This place was a true disappointment. For starters, everything is already super overpriced, and the…read morelunch options are very limited. I ordered a turkey sandwich, which seemed simple enough. The woman at the counter was bland and unwelcoming from the start. It honestly felt like we were bothering her just by being there. Customer service makes a big difference, and this was definitely lacking. When my food came out, the sandwich was literally falling apart because they loaded it with an excessive amount of mayo. It made it messy and unpleasant to eat. Overall, between the high prices, limited menu, poor service, and sloppy food, I won't be coming back.

First time trying this place out we went here based on the yelp reviews…read more Over it was great we had hot Mexican chocolate pie first day and then blueberry muffins the second day . Service is great, but I felt the portion size of the pie was a bit small for a $36. Also, the crust was too sweet, a bit sugary. The blueberry muffins were great. I'll be back to try the pizza next time .

This is a favorite stop when we go to Rio del Mar. I love how there is a parking lot for the beach,…read moreand you can easily get breakfast (bagels, coffee, pastries) or lunch (pizza!). We try to go early to avoid 17 traffic and to get a parking spot. Then we can spend the morning and early afternoon at the beach while enjoying hot, fresh food. My husband loves the Mexican hot chocolate pie and he usually gets an extra slice to bring home.

5/5: The rhum baba is excellent 2/5: The pistachio gelato is…read moreway too sweet. All I can taste is sugar. This might be ok for little kids who like super-sweet stuff, but it's cloyinging sweet for anyone over the age of 18. 2/5: The chocolate bomb uses very mild milk chocolate mousse. It is lacking the intense bitter chocolate flavor and complexity that I'm looking for.

We drove an hour to try this Pasticceria and we are glad we did and will be back. We felt like we…read morewere in Italy enjoying the best pastries, pizza and cafe late ever. The owners, two brothers from Italy are professional trained chefs. It is definitely a must visit cafe.

I can't say enough good things about Seascape Foods. Owners Julie and Dan have created a true haven…read moreof deliciousness, the staff is friendly and welcoming. from fresh sandwiches, and in house. baked artisan breads, and beautifully prepared foods to an incredible assortment of drinks and desserts. Their sushi is always fresh and flavorful, and the soups and lasagna are absolutely wonderful. I especially love the salads -- the tuna, quinoa, and tofu options are all fantastic. Their drink selection, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic, is excellent, and the whole place has a warm, friendly, "Cheers" vibe that makes you want to stay a while. It's the perfect stop for a nourishing coastal lunch or a sunset picnic at the beach or grabbing some after dinner ice cream (huge selection of Mariannes)

We were visiting the area and looking for a quick dessert. Seascape Foods had a variety of items…read morefrom fresh to packaged that fit the bill. I needed something gluten-free, so we purchased Marianne's chocolate dipped bananas. Checkout was quick and friendly. If you're looking for a quick bite or want to get some ingredients to prep your own, Seascape is a convenient go-to.

We walked in and were surprised to see the display of macarons. We ordered 3 of the lemon and 3 of…read morethe strawberry. The clerk was very nice and assisted us. We got home and tried our purchases and , boy were they good. The lemon macarons have a delightful lemon flavor. The strawberry macarons had a strong strawberry flavor. These were great macarons, IOHO

I like this little business in Capitol. The bakery looks cute. we try to support the small…read morebusinesses in Santa Cruz. I am a regular customer who buys macarons, honey cake, cookies. They no longer bake custom cakes. This surprised me just Well, since they state on their page that they make cakes for birthdays, weddings, and other celebrations... They took orders for cakes--or rather, you could place an order in advance. The service has become very meager. Prices High--above the level But the taste of the cake isn't the same anymore--it's not what it used to be. I am disappointed in this bakery.

Beckmann's pies are World class! I've eaten so many flavors, and I finally figured out my…read morefavorite: it's blueberry pie! It's not too sweet, and the whole blueberries inside are plump and juicy. Apple pie is great heated and à la mode, and pecan pie is FABULOUS during the Fall holidays (though a tad sweet, but soooo crunchy and the crust is buttery perfection). I also love the humor and friendliness of the man who is always at the Beckmann's stall at the farmer's markets! He is such a hoot. Once we were having such a good time hootin' and hollerin' that we garnered a crowd, and they didn't know what was going on. The crowd thought he must be doing a giveaway or performance or something -- haha! I wish I had photos to attach to this review, but no Beckmann's baked goods survives long enough for a photo.

Picked up a loaf of wheat/rye Farm bread last week at the Farmers Market…read moreWish the guy had mentioned it was best to store this bread in the fridge - threw out 1/3 of the loaf due to mold growing on the slices which caused problems for planned holiday meals Would have posted photos - but garbage got taken out last night

Best Chai Latte hands down! I've yet to try their "dirty chai" with a shot of espresso but word…read morehas it that it's also delish. Great customer service.

We're not from the area but visited Cat & Cloud last time we were in town and loved it. This…read morelocation is newer with plenty of parking and space inside to sit and chat. We were greeted promptly at the counter and our order--black coffee no room & a decaf oat milk vanilla latte--came up quickly. Both the coffee and espresso drink were great. We didn't order food this time, but a good selection of pastries was available. We'll be back next time we're in town.

Excellent food and beverages all around. The Nona's Caprese and Church are exceptionally tasty…read morevegetarian options. They also have delicious take away, heat and eat meals and sauces. And the baked goods...good luck not indulging. Castelli's coffee deli is top quality service, food and just steps away from Seacliff beach.

This sandwich shop is on a side street right before the entrance to Seacliff Beach. They have…read moreeverything you need for a picnic at the beach. We ordered a Church sandwich and a BLT. The Church was a wonderful veggie option, with toasted bread, melted mozzarella and tomatoes as the base. The BLT was basic and good, but I would probably choose something more interesting next time. We ordered our sandwiches and they were fast at putting these together for us. They have a few tables out front if you want to eat there, but we took ours to go and went to the beach.