We were there on a Sunday morning. They have several football games going on at the same time. Very…read morefriendly bartenders. Owner was there too. Delicious espresso martini. It's just got one of those inviting and comfortable vibes where you wanna stay there watch football, have a few drinks, get a slice of pizza next door ( YES! You can bring food in from outside !!) and come back in and hangout more. Will definitely come back again!

Ahhhh The Mediterranean is the local bar of Aptos! Tom is the man! And the lavender lemon drop is…read moremy new favorite drink. This bar is a no frills bar that has pool, lots of seating, and just a chill atmosphere where regulars go for a drink... or four. Haha. I don't come here often, but when I do, I usually see familiar faces. The location is sweet too: it's next to the best Mexican restaurant, across from one of the best ice cream stores, and by the beach! What more can you ask for? Oh, and because it's a no frills bar, you don't have to pay for the fancy schmancy extras! Thus, the prices are decent here! The only slightly small downside is you have to have patience because it may take a few minutes to get your drinks because most likely there is only 1 bartender for the entire place.

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.

Parrish Pub Looking for a great place to refuel after a…read morehike at Nisene Marks? Stop by Parrish Pub! Great food all around, a Puppers Menu for your four-legged adventure buddy , and a family-friendly atmosphere where everyone is welcome! My personal favorite? The Filthy Freddy + a pint! The staff is fantastic, the food is great, and honestly... they're just friendly all around! Hike, eat, drink, repeat! Definitely worth the stop!

Soooo bad! I just spent $25 for the worst burger I've ever…read morehad in my life! I fed it to my dog. No Kidding! Dry bun with an overcooked paddy. No condiments no tomato or onion. Ordered the classic burger which says it comes with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle. I also added cheese & mushroom. No cheese on it. I think it was supposed to come with fries which I didn't get. I added a side of mash potato & veg which a girl came running out to give me when I was already driving off. Should have checked the order. Terrible! I called to let them know & the hostess or whomever answered the phone kept laughing about it like spending that much money on garbage is funny.

Food and service excellent, knowledgeable friendly staff, high qualitry ingredients. Homemade from…read morescratch! Great beer selection.

We went to Churchill & Beers on a Saturday night with a party of 7. They were able to make us a…read moretable in the back. The restaurant is kind of a like a combination diner and sports bar. There were TVs everywhere and they were showing hockey, baseball, and basketball. For the food, I really enjoyed the Ahi Tuna Salad. It was nicely seared on the outside while still being raw on the inside. The greens with sliced ginger and dressing bring it all together. Mozzarella Sticks come with 4 large pieces. If you eat them while they're hot, you can get a pretty awesome cheese pull. These were served with marinara sauce and the appetizer was tasty. My son ordered a Chicken Pesto pizza that I was able to issue a dad tax on. I thought the pizza was solid, not spectacular. A nice chill place to hang out and watch a game.

This is one of the best restaurants in Santa Cruz County. The food is delicious, don't skip…read moredessert! The service is wonderful, and I especially love the dog-friendly patio. It's a fabulous spot for large parties, I have had a few here, everything is taken care of so I can just relax and enjoy the party.

While visiting Aptos we found this gem of a restaurant and I am so happy we did. It was a weeknight…read moreso it was not super busy. The service was fantastic! We were greeted right when we arrived and seated in a window seat that was somewhat private. We ordered the Housemade Focaccia Bread to start that was topped with sea salt & extra virgin olive oil; whipped butter and the roasted beet salad with feta cheese, pickled bermuda onion, candied walnut, organic mesclun greens & honey-dijon vinaigrette. For entrees we ordered the Pan Seared Sand Dabs cooked in white wine, lemon, caper beurre blanc; seasonal vegetables & mélange of rice. This dish was so flavorful and would absolutely order again. We also ordered the Halibut en Papillote which is baked in parchment paper over a bed of spinach, tomato, zucchini, yellow squash, kalamata olives, roasted bell pepper, exotic mushrooms, artichoke, fresh herbs, garlic, shallots & EV olive oil. The presentation alone is worth the order but the flavors of the halibut combined with the perfectly cooked vegetables made the dish my favorite. We absolutely ate every single bite. To finish we had the Lemon Tiramisu which is Lady fingers soaked in housemade limoncello, lemon mascarpone mousse, topped with lemon curd, crème anglaise & amarena cherry sorbet. The presentation was almost too beautiful to eat but alas we dove right in and finished it all. It had the perfect balance of sweet but not overwhelmingly sweet. The sorbet was the perfect compliment to the lemon. Overall we had a wonderful dinner and would visit again if we came back to the area.

Good food, good prices, great service, great views!…read more Can't miss this hidden gem, with a golf course wrapped around it. Can also get breakfast all day.

Wish I could review the food . . . tried to take our Mexican Train group there for lunch and play…read moreand no one ever called back. First talked to a very nice lady that said it would work, but would have to talk to Natalie. Left a message for Natalie. After a week she did not call back, so called and left a message for Josh, did not call back so called again. He said no problem, sent an email to our group, then got a call from Natalie. Said she didn't know how that would work, didn't want to give away the restaurant, she would have Josh call me. Josh did not not call next, day, I left another message . . . had to let our group of 14 know it was a no go. Guess they just don't need the business :(

Venus is our favorite Thursday night spot!! If you come here ask for Noelle! She's the best!!…read more Food is amazing and staff is incredible

Had a great experience at Venus! Angie was out server and she was amazing! she really made the…read moreexperience feel welcoming and enjoyable and was able to make some great food and drink recommendations. Definitely appreciate the excellent hospitality and would happily come back again!

A few friends suggested that we head over to this wine pub after dinner around 8:30pm on a Tuesday…read more I was shocked to say the least to see that the hours are from 3-10 Monday-Thursday. On weekends they have longer hours (posted in photos). My husband opted to do a beer sampler which included four 4 oz draft pours and I ordered an affogato. The wine and beer list here is extensive and the prices are affordable. My favorite thing about our visit were the vibes. Inside is decorated super cute and full of fun seating options (captain chairs, couches, and bar seating)

Service. Not good. Food. Half the things on the menu not available. So I got crappy mushrooms. See…read morepic for details. Ambience. Eh. I'll leave it at that. I wouldn't go back.

I really like this place, I'm not in Soquel too often but when I am and the timing is right, I…read morealways stop in for a drink at JJ's. I would call this a classy dive bar. Its small and a bit divey but the people that hang out there seem to be a bit less shady than you would find at a true dive bar. They have a great selection of draft beers and all the booze you could ever want at reasonable prices. Im a fan! Pool table and shuffleboard is a bonus too!

Nice little Cash Only dive bar. Great price for a shot of Don Julio 1942 - only $22. Most other…read moreplaces start around $30. If i come back to Soquel, I'll definitely come back.

We stayed the Seacliff, came here for dinner, and was really impressed. It's also super dog…read morefriendly like the whole property. Our server Erica was on top of everything from the very start. Super friendly, honest, and made sure we were well taken care of. For food, we got the rib eye steak that was cooked to perfection with a side of garlic mashed potatoes that were addicting. We also tried the fish tacos (average) and the chicken wings (a little bit dry and overcooked). Not on the menu but we wanted a side of fries and that ended up being the best part of the meal. The kitchen's only open until 10 but the bar serves until 12 on a Friday so we didn't feel rushed at all. A variety of drinks on the menu and pretty good as well! Lots of dessert options too if you have a sweet tooth.

Had breakfast here for Labor Day Weekend. I enjoyed the brisket and grits, and the ambiance was…read morerelaxing. Beautiful koi fish and water features make this a great place to relax.