The best Chinese spot on this side of the hill! If you live…read morein Aptos or anywhere in Santa Cruz County, you need to check out Four Streams Kitchen. I've been looking for a solid go-to Chinese takeout spot for a while, and this place absolutely knocks it out of the park. Do yourself a favor and order the Szechuan Boiled Fish (Sichuan Shui Zhu Yu). It is insanely flavorful, perfectly spicy, and easily one of the most legit, authentic Chinese dishes I've had in the area. If you prefer the classic American-Chinese comfort staples, those hit the spot too. The Kung Pao has the perfect balance, the potstickers taste completely house-made, and my family is obsessed with their chow mein.  The ingredients are always fresh (especially the veggies and seafood, try the fried prawns!), and the staff is incredibly kind and accommodating. Great portions, amazing value (especially the lunch combos).

I would give this 3 1/2 stars. It was the first time ordering last night through DoorDash. First, I…read morewill say that in the Aptos area this is far better than anything in this town, and way better than Panda Inn. I probably should have just picked up the order because $80 for Chinese food for two people is a bit steep and honestly ridiculous. The first negative thing is the fact that we ordered pork fried rice and ended up getting the fried rice but with chicken instead so OK, edible, but there is something about pork fried rice that I really like so that was disappointing. Also ordered their vegetable green bean with garlic sauce dish, and the green beans were cooked nicely although a side order of green beans for $16? Yes, I made the decision to order simply because I wanted a veggie with the rest of the meal. I ordered a chicken breast dish that was coated in some sort of a Panko-ish crunch. That was good although I wasn't expecting it to be fried. When you're hungry, you just eat it anyway... Truth. also had the potstickers which were typical nothing special, although they did serve it with some sort of a hot pepper sauce, which was good although the seeds in it were quite tough. They also pack a little container of what looked like white vinegar weird not at all like what you would normally have. We will probably try again as we explore the menu, but I will definitely pick up next time. Oh and finally with an order that clearly served two people they throw in one fortune cookie. How cheap is that? Jury is still majorly out on this place, but just wanted to share for now.

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.

First time to eat at Zameen and I love it! Located in a nice commercial area with inside and…read moreoutside seating. Plenty of parking space. The young man who took my order was amazing! Very polite and attentive. I ordered the Falafel wrap and it was so good! It was wrapped in pita bread which was perfectly done. The falafel itself was tasty and perfectly cooked. Definitely will come back again!

Did takeout from here for a picnic at the beach. We got 2 falafel gyros and our friends got the…read morechicken bowls.everything tasted great and flavorful. The pita for the gyros was big and soft and super yummy. It was more bready than a pita. The falafel gyros were stuffed with greens, falafels and feta+tahini. I docked 1 star for the favt that hot sauce was an upcharge. I haven't come across any middle eastern/Mediterranean joint which charges for hot sauce. It was flavorful enough without it but would still have liked it if it was there. Nevertheless will be visiting soon again!

If you don't already know... you need to know... this place is so bomb. You need to give it a try…read moreregardless if you are a carnivore or not. I always get the tofu bahn mi cause that's my jam. I've never strayed. Then I might get the Brussels sides or any one of the their delicious salads. However TODAY I was convinced by the lovely gentleman at the counter to get the heirloom tomato peach sandwich. His reasoning? It's all fresh in season produce that comes from the owners farm. What's a girl suppose to do with all that knowledge? Well, I caved. And happy camper I was. Ingredients are so fresh and juicy- tomatoes and peaches go together like bread and butter. Only word of caution, don't get this on a first day. I had whipped goat cheese up to my cheeks by the time I gobbled down my sand which. Thanks for the rec and the delicious fresh food!

I don't normally write reviews, but when things don't go well I feel people need to know what…read moretranspired here. My girlfriend ordered a breakfast sandwich a that we were going to share. The counter service female was very nice and helpful. The sandwich was very good and we've eaten there many times in the past. When we both sat down to eat we noticed that our sandwich hadn't been cut in half. My girlfriend went back to the counter and asked a male kitchen employee behind the counter if he could cut our sandwich in half. The sandwich was completely wrapped in paper and we did not unwrap it at all prior to asking for it to be cut. His response was extremely rude and nasty. He claimed that it was already contaminated despite the fact that it was still completely wrapped in paper. He acted like we were putting him out by us asking him to simply cut the sandwich in half. He accused my girlfriend of "contaminating" the sandwich (in his words) just by touching it despite the fact that it was handled by 2 people before we even touched it. Basically, it was his scolding condescending tone that totally turned us off to ever visiting this place again. It only takes one lazy a--hole employee to ruin a great dining experience.

Food and service were excellent! The restaurant is clean and…read morequiet. We order the Penang curry lunch special and it came with a vegetable salad and added on the Tom Yum soup. My partner said the Penang curry was the best in this area! I got the entree Pad Kra Pao Moo Grob and it was DELICIOUS!!! Crispy and such an amazing mix of savory flavors. They aced that one. We were practically rolling out of there because we couldn't stop eating the delicious foods. Last but definitely not least, the staff was extremely kind. They checked in on us and although it was close to closing, they did not rush us. Thanks and can't wait to go back :)

I went here a few weeks back. This was an enjoyable place to try out. I love this area…read more I normally don't give five star reviews. I have to say that the customer service here was excellent! The staff was super helpful and friendly. They were happy to give any recommendations or suggestions. You definitely feel like you're in someone's home. They make all their curries from scratch. Which you taste in every single bite the prices aren't cheap, but definitely worth it. Definitely a place you want to have a meal with friends or family. I would definitely go back again.

Absolute perfection! I live in Palo Alto, but this is hands…read moredown my family's favorite spot whenever we are anywhere close to Aptos. The food here is spectacular--the breads and baked goods are made completely fresh, right in the shop. The French toast is truly out of this world, the quiche and sandwiches are top-notch and first-class, and the muffins are remarkable. The vibe feels like a perfect cross between a warm Southern country spot and a quaint, exquisite French bistro. As incredible as the food is, the service is a 10.5 out of 10. Everyone is so friendly, kind, and accommodating. The owners, Michelle and Dave, came through while I was there and took the time to stop and talk with people at every single table. Together, they set an atmosphere that makes every customer feel deeply valued. Superb food that is only surpassed by the genuine attention and care given to everyone who walks through the door!

Staff are really lovely, sweet young folks. However, the…read morenumerous times I have come in the tables are dirty and so is the seating :( Place is dirty, I understand they only have a cleaner twice a week, which means the floors tables bathrooms seatings don't get proper cleaning for a food service establishment. I don't understand as the food in the past has been good, now I'm afraid to eat there. If the restaurant isn't clean and the bathroom isn't clean, how can we be sure the kitchen is kept clean The bathroom has needed painting for two years yet it's not happening and the door has issues The gift shop has very nice gifts at fair prices.

I really like this place! The food was good, but more than anything the cozy vibes, cute panda art,…read moreand great service are why I can't wait to come back! Got the curry fried rice, tomato sizzling rice soup (love that sizzling crunchy rice hitting the hot soup!), and some very well piced Sapporos. On the whole the menu was really affordable and that makes me want to come back and try more dishes!

(Disclaimer: this review is based on a takeout order, so I can't speak to the in-restaurant…read moreservice. And maybe other dishes are better, so take this with a grain of salt. Salt...haha.) I am so bummed. I was soooo busy that I hadn't eaten the day before and was craving Chinese food. A friend suggested we grab food and head to the beach, so I decided on Panda Inn, which I'd been wanting to try for some time now. I ordered Singaporean style rice noodles, which is said to be cooked with eggs, and vegetables, and curry sauce. That sounded delicious! On the phone, they asked what protein (ie, chicken, pork), so I chose tofu, which I didn't know at the time had an additional cost. It was +$3 for tofu! (He should have informed me, I think.) The order was prepared quickly and was hot. It was seasoned (salted), but there was no curry flavor (I was surprised to read this in the menu!) I also saw, smelled, felt, and tasted NO TOFU. *sigh*. It wasn't a huge deal, except that I really wanted some substance since that was the main thing I was eating in 2 days, that was what I ordered so I was expecting to see it, AND I had to pay extra for it! All in all, I was quite disappointed.

I used to come here all the time years ago and it has changed quite a bit. Definitely a tourist…read moretrap and lacking personality/quality. I got a Southwest chicken sandwich, tasted pretty good but was literally just rotisserie chicken mixed with chipotle mayo with cabbage on a French roll. Would have been good for $14 maybe but cost me $18 and a soda cost $4.50 :( it was nice to go back today and remember the old days but I probably won't return :,(

We came for breakfast since we were staying nearby. The service was friendly and the food came out…read morequickly. You fill out a form with your preferred ingredients for breakfast. That process got a little hectic with some of the other customers. The ambiance is exactly what you would expect from an Oceanside deli, counter to order with some packaged items/drinks around the rest of the waiting area. They also have a decent size outdoor patio for seating. There are lots of options between different sandwiches, burritos, pastries and even whole rotisserie chickens. (Also French toast which my daughter liked) The food was good. The burritos were hot and had lots of filling. I could have used a bit more chorizo in mine, but it was still tasty. We will definitely be back if we're in the area. It's nice to pickup and take to the beach that's only about 50 feet from the restaurant.

A true neighborhood treasure in Aptos…read more Bangkok West has been our family's go-to kitchen every couple of weeks since we moved here five years ago. Running continuously under the same dedicated owner for over 35 years, this restaurant is a masterclass in culinary consistency, warmth, and resilience. The atmosphere is stunning--adorned with handcrafted gilded Thai woodwork and warm ambient light that instantly makes you feel welcome. The hospitality matches the setting: the owner regularly stops by each table to greet guests, and the staff knows our tastes so well that we often just ask them to surprise us. Every dish is crafted with obvious care. The aromatic hotpot soups, rich and balanced curries, fresh rolls, and savory crispy roasted duck are absolute standouts. Even through recent supply crunches, the team has worked tirelessly to keep quality high and prices fair. Note for diners during the ongoing Highway 1 roadwork: Don't let the ramp closures deter you--it takes just a minute to navigate around the detour, and a meal here is worth every bit of the short detour. Support this incredible family-run gem!

Ambience is their top selling point. This review is for the lunch specials. Fast service, soup came…read moreout quickly. Food was good. Loved the fried rice.

Very good ramen! We had the coconut shoyu, Kabocha, and Ko ramen. All were good but the Konwas the…read morefavorite. The chicken in the coconut shoyu was overcooked while the brussel sprouts in the Kabocha were undercooked (nearly raw). We also had the Brussel sprouts in curry as an appetizer; it was delicious! The bowls in which the ramen are served are beautiful! That's the highlight for the atmosphere. Otherwise, the interior is relatively simple with a few tables and a row of chairs for people to wait for their to-go orders. The server was kind and kept our water glasses full.

I have mixed reviews about Sapporo because there are many things I like about it -- namely, the…read morenoodle dishes are tasty! (Skip the green onion pancakes though. They were chewy and undercooked!) There were a lot of customers there and, I believe only 3 workers: front of the restaurant woman who is your hostess, server, "bus boy", and cashier! Then there was the cook and someone in the back. The service was fine overall but Sapporo fell short on cleanliness and food handling safety. My kids and I were STARVING so we had to just look the other way throughout our dinner. You can tell they were working hard so we didn't want to make a fuss but omg... the woman brought our bowls with her THUMB in the bowls! I could see that it went into the soup one time so she moved her thumb (probably bec it was hot) and almost dropped the bowl on the table. Another time she held a piece of paper (I think it was the order) in her hand while also handling our food, so the paper went into 2 out of 4 of our bowls. She had to shake the piece of paper next to me to get the food to fall off. It was so shocking that it was almost funny. Almost. Sapporo is what I'd call a "hole in the wall" establishment like ones I had been to in big cities, and with those places, I think there is a bit of uncleanliness that you just have to expect as long as the food is good. Based on how packed Sapporo is, I think that's what others feel as well.