Today was my first time dining here. I highly recommend you taste their aguachiles verdes, callo de…read moreacha, and molcajete! The taste is exquisite! The aguachiles were spicy but not too spicy to where you cannot enjoy them! The service was great! The ambiance was fabulous. It's not a loud place, everyone can enjoy their food with nice music in the background. Music is leveled perfectly. I will definitely be back! Stop by whenever you're in Watsonville, Ca!

Service was bad. Food was not good (my opinion) I LOVE Mexican food and im not sure what happened…read morehere, but I won't be back.

5 stars easy. I came up to Watsonville from LA for work for a couple days and was looking for a…read moresolid spot with good food, cold beer, and somewhere to catch the football game. I almost drove right past this place because it's a true hole-in-the-wall, but once I saw the parking lot full of people I knew that was a good sign. Walked in and the place was lively, full of locals, old-school vibe, and the bartender was awesome. I was starving and ordered the steak, chicken and shrimp plate. Bro... that skirt steak was ridiculous. Everything tasted fresh, even the fries and coleslaw were way better than I expected. Big portions too, and they even throw in a little piece of chocolate cake which cracked me up, but somehow fit the whole vibe perfectly. The food was so good I came back the NEXT DAY for lunch and got the New York strip. I was still chasing that skirt steak from the night before but the NY strip was fire too. You can tell this place takes care of its regulars and actually cares about the quality of the food. No fancy BS, just good people, great food, big portions, and a legit local atmosphere. Anytime I'm back in Watsonville, Wooden Nickel is an automatic stop.

Amazing food and great customer service!…read more I ordered a non-alcoholic beer that was served at just the right temperature. For dinner, I had the mushroom burger, which was perfectly cooked and well seasoned. It came with French fries, coleslaw, and even a little piece of chocolate cake! I guess I'm just not used to this level of service and such generous portions! I'm really enjoying the small-town feeling. I am definitely coming back!

I was staying in Watsonville for Car Week in Monterey. And I…read morefound this gem close to my hotel Jalisco has an amazing menu, but I was here for the mole. Chicken Breast with Mole: Chicken breast in mole sauce made with chile, clove, cinnamon, and tomato. Only $26.00 The sauce was rich and chocolatey with a hint of cinnamon. My plate came with flour tortillas, refried beans and rice. I'd come back just for the Mole. One of the best I've tasted. Matt says if you find yourself anywhere near hwy 1 on your way to Monterey or to Santa Cruz stop by Jalisco Restaurant. An amazing mole experience is waiting for you

We were in Watsonville for a tournament and were looking for a place to have dinner. We had heard…read moregreat things about Jalisco and were excited to give it a try. The restaurant is located in a beautiful traditional building with a lot of character. I really enjoyed the ambiance and decor, which created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Even though the restaurant was busy, they were able to seat us right away. The menu was extensive, offering a wide variety of options. We started with the complimentary chips and salsa, which were both good. The salsa had a nice flavor, and the chips were fresh. We also ordered the nachos as an appetizer. For our entrees, I ordered Combo Plate #6, which included a chile verde burrito, a cheese enchilada, and a carne asada taco. We also ordered a carne asada taco plate with a cheese enchilada and a chimichanga. When the food arrived, the presentation was impressive, and the portions were very generous. Unfortunately, this is where our experience started to decline. The rice and beans were good, but the chile verde burrito was quite dry. The pork lacked tenderness and was overcooked. The cheese enchilada was decent, though not particularly memorable. The carne asada taco was also disappointing. While the tortilla was excellent and the meat was well-seasoned, the steak itself was very fatty and undercooked. In fact, no one at our table was able to finish their steak tacos because of the quality of the meat. The chimichanga was another letdown. It arrived covered in sauce like a wet burrito, which eliminated the crispy texture you would expect from a chimichanga. As a result, it became soggy and still somehow tasted dry inside. The highlight of the meal was definitely the nachos--simple, flavorful, and enjoyable. The service was also very good. Our server was attentive, regularly refilling our drinks and bringing additional chips without us having to ask. Overall, we really wanted to love this place because the atmosphere and service were excellent. Unfortunately, the food fell short of our expectations. I probably wouldn't return for dinner, but I would consider stopping by for happy hour, some nachos or appetizers, and to enjoy the ambiance.

Awesome bar with fancy drink selection! We walked over after eating at Odeum! Can't wait to return!read more

I love a good cocktail so when I heard of this spot, I was excited because I thought that finally…read morethere was somewhere to get a decent drink in this town. After looking at the menu online, Silo's seemed to be pretty legit. So the wife and I stopped by at about 6pm on a Saturday night. We sat at the bar, that was only about half full, but were pretty much ignored for about 5 minutes. There only seemed to be 2 bartenders working, a heavyset guy with a beard that seemed to be manning the left side of the bar and a Caucasian lady that was manning the right side. We were sitting kind of middle left. After about 5 minutes, the bearded guy finally came over to us and gave us a couple of menu's. Not the friendliest greeting but OK. Nothing on the menu really grabbed me so I asked him for an industry sour. He didn't know what that was so I gave him the specs. Funny thing, about 5 minutes or so later, a short Filipina looking woman with piercings and tattoos came over and we started talking to her and she asked me if I had ever had an Industry Sour. I laughed and said, "I just ordered one." The wife got a drink that was good but seemed to be mainly a glass full of crushed ice with a little bit of cocktail in it. The second drink I got, which was basically a spicy Carajillo was pretty much the same, a lot of crushed ice with not much liquid in it. After finishing our 2nd drinks, we waited a LONG time to be able to ask for the check. When it was brought over, it was obviously not right. We had 4 drinks, $15 each and a $10 appetizer and the bill was $94. I questioned it and was shown the receipt and saw that there was a 5th drink on there that we hadn't ordered. I guess these things might happen but it definitely bothered me. Not sure if I would go back. The drinks were just OK and the service was agonizingly slow.

Great Food, Great Service & a Manager Who Actually Says Hello!…read more Loved this place! My bride and I had a fantastic experience from the moment we walked in. This restaurant has an incredible indoor and outdoor space, a great menu, and an atmosphere that somehow manages to be both chill and professional. You'll find a wonderfully diverse crowd here, and everyone seems to fit right in. Now, let's talk about the food! I highly recommend the meatballs--they were fantastic! And the garlic bread? Fabulous. Honestly, I could have made a meal out of the bread alone, but I exercised some restraint...because I'm an adult. My bride ordered the hamburger, and she loved it. The salads were excellent, the bread was outstanding, and the dessert selection was enough to make someone suddenly forget they were "too full for dessert." Our server was incredible--attentive, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. And then, as if the experience couldn't get any better, the manager actually came out and welcomed us! You don't find that everywhere. That personal touch says a lot about how this place approaches hospitality. Everything was clean, the service was excellent, the food was delicious, and the ambiance made us want to hang around longer than we probably should have. One warning: Parking can be a bit of a challenge. But trust me, this is one of those places where you circle the parking lot a few times and say, "Lord, give me a parking space!" Yelp Elite verdict: Absolutely worth the hassle! Great food. Great people. Great atmosphere. Great service. And apparently, great managers who actually come out to meet their guests. My bride and I will definitely be back! #YelpElite #FoodieFind #DateNight #GreatFood #GreatService #Meatballs #GarlicBread #DessertLovers #RestaurantReview #WorthTheHassle #FoodAndFun #FiveStars

Really enjoyed our first visit to The Hideout! We had the fried chicken sandwich with sweet potato…read morefries and the prime rib. The sandwich was delicious, and the chipotle aioli was especially good--creamy, flavorful, and one of the better ones I've had. The sweet potato fries were crispy. My partner really enjoyed the prime rib, and the portion was large enough for leftovers. Service was quick, attentive, and friendly. We sat outside with our pups, which we appreciated. The only suggestion would be to update the patio layout a bit. Our table was directly across from the waiting area, so it felt like we had very little privacy while people waited. Other than that, we had a great experience and would definitely come back.

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.

My colleagues and I had a really awesome time at the Second Story. Classiest joint in the desert…read moreof nerd land. Solid. I never give reviews, I ain't doing your job for free, what am I, chat gtp ? Lol. Seriously, McKenzie is Da Bomb. If you are gen x, you know. ​

Great time at Second Story last night. Bartenders are super friendly and help keep the vibe…read morerelaxed. You can tell they are highly skilled and trained to make the tastiest drinks down to a T. I had a lychee drink and it was perfection. It tasted exactly how I would hope, so I ordered a second. I believe Ben was the bartender that deserves the credit for the balanced, and slightly sweet craft cocktail. I love the whole lychee and orchid garnish detail as well... it's the little things that will keep me coming back. I also love the vintage, gilded 20s feel of the place... All of the furnishings look very luxe and classy. I really appreciate that they keep the music quieter from 6-9, but then turn it up for dance after that point. Finally, a spot for the mid 30s+ crowd! ;) I also didn't know they serve food on Wednesdays, but it's good to know because everything looked delicious! Grateful to have Second Story as a place to gather.

Incredible takes on calamari sautéed with olives rather than fried. Best spinach salad also. My…read moreciopino with linguini and Sherryl sand dabs as good as we have ever had. Beautiful sautéed veggies too. This a great find. Will definitely return.

We ordered a couple of the family pasta trays and food was great. The person that took my order…read moreover the phone was extremely helpful and provided great customer service. I believe his name was Isaac. I hope that's correct. We look forward to ordering the pasta trays for future events. I have also dined in multiple times and food has always been great.

First time at Vesuvio's! Had dinner at the bar last night with another couple and it was magical…read more The fireplaces and pits are pretty at night and the food is fabulous.

fun place to lounge and enjoy the music! lively!…read more it gets BUSY in the evenings and weekends. hard, very hard, to find a table. i came, saw no seats, left for dinner, came back after to wait for a table. still waited a long time pretty sweet spot for a date. food is good.

Food was amazing, we sat outside because we had a stroller. Everyone is very friendly and nice food…read morecame out fast and you can tell the food is fresh. We are not from here but now we have a spot to come back to when we come visit. Prices are very affordable and the food is definitely authentic Mexican food.

I want to put on my Hammer pants and sing the hit song "U Can't Touch This" by American rapper MC…read moreHammer. I'm in Monterey for Car week and found this gem of a breakfast place. For me the star of the show is their coffee. It's rich, strong chocolatey. It's good I've been three times so far and have had the blueberry pancake combo with eggs and sausage. You can also get bananna nut and chocolate chip pancakes. The Combo is $15.25, a great deal for big portions. Matt says if you are near Monterey and need an amazing breakfast place, try The beach Street Cafe. Tell them MC Hammer sent you