I feel bad saying this, but I was initially underwhelmed looking at the menu. But after trying…read moreMidway for the first time last night I wish I had tried it sooner. Some friends and I had tickets to the Rio and everything in the immediate vicinity was booked for dinner. My friend was able to snag us the bar stools which are fun for people watching. Our waitress was super helpful and didn't check in as our mouths were full with our first bites. I had the trout and it was perfectly cooked with a delicious assortment of vegetables. I wouldn't say I'm picky, but, I think my stomach is and it was a filling meal that makes you feel good after eating it. (Which you can't always say after eating out.) They also have a nice selection of beer and wine. I had the sparkling rosé and it was dry and smooth like I prefer.

We had dinner tonight and while the food tasted great, the portions were small. We left still…read morehungry after 2 appetizers and 2 mains. We came straight home and ate a meal. A bowl of soup was $18. It should at least come with bread to try to add some calories. I ordered the tuna confit pasta and no exaggeration, there was only about 2 oz of tuna, about the size of a cutie tangerine with the dish. So for $29, pasta with a light tomato based sauce, 2 oz fish, some diced tomatoes and 4 pieces of artichoke heart. The pork belly main came with 2 small carrots and about a cup of spinach. No starch. It was like a snack.

Overpriced, expect to pay at least $50-60 for 2 burritos and a drink. Very limited places to…read moreactually sit down and eat, the burritos were big and good price, but there weren't any hard textures it's all mushy. In terms of the place, I'm not sure if I'm suppose to rate in terms of being a market or a "breakfast spot" but wasn't for me, maybe next time.

Go for the breakfast burritos. Nothing else matters. It's a breakfast burrito joint, kk?…read more There is a convenience store there too, but I swear people just go there for the breakfast burritos.... or maybe an occasional coffee or sandwich.

Harbor Cafe absolutely lived up to the hype--and then some. My girlfriend and I stopped by…read morerecently, and it honestly exceeded my expectations. She ordered the spicy machaca con huevo scramble, and I went with the country steak breakfast--both dishes came out hot, fresh, and packed with flavor. Everything was cooked perfectly. This place used to be my go-to spot back when I lived in Santa Cruz, and coming back after all this time, it was even better than I remembered. Same great vibe, amazing food, and just an all-around solid experience. If you're in the area, Harbor Cafe is a must. I'll definitely be making it a regular stop again.

The staff was attentive, especially at the checkin stand. The wait staff seemed a bit short staffed…read morethough. I got the breakfast burrito, but added Carnitas. It was excellent. Very filling very flavorful no complaints. I'm definitely going back. I also like the feel of the place. The ambience was kind of cool.

Generous portions, good coffee, and exceptional service -- exactly what you hope to find on…read morevacation. We were hunting for a solid breakfast spot and honestly weren't sure from the outside. But the moment we walked in to a warm welcome and were seated right away, we knew we'd picked the right place. My grandson -- who can be a bit high‑energy -- was treated like a little gentleman. Seeing him enjoy himself let me actually relax and enjoy my own breakfast: a massive plate of French toast so good I couldn't even finish it. Linda's Sea Breeze Café is the kind of place that wins you over fast. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a great start to their day.

Solid experience here! We came on a Sunday morning, and were worried about the wait. We wrote our…read morenames in the book, and ended up waiting ~20 minutes, which wasn't too bad. The service was great; everyone was very friendly and gave us great recommendations. The food itself was definitely quite solid, particularly the orange juice and the cinnamon roll. The huevos rancheros were delicious as well. I wasn't a huge fan of the eggs benedict, but the dish was by no means bad. Is it the best breakfast I've ever had? No, but it certainly was a solid experience as a whole. Overall would recommend!

Came here for dinner last Friday before catching a movie. We arrived before 6pm when it wasn't busy…read moreyet; there're more people when we left. I liked their causal vibe and Christmas decorations. They even had an upside down Christmas tree! I had pork chop, which came with smashed potato and spinach. Unfortunately, the sauce was so salty making the spinach inedible. The pork chop was not bad after removing the sauce and so was the smashed potato as it wasn't all covered in sauce. Our server, Simone, was very nice and offered to get me another side order of spinach, which saved the day! My husband enjoyed his baked salmon entree, which was recommended by Simone. We skipped appetizers so that we could have room for dessert and the lava cake didn't disappoint. Overall, not a bad dinner experience.

We had a nice dinner here. Our server Simone was very friendly and gave us good recommendations…read morefor food. I had the baked horseradish salmon, which was cooked very well (not overcooked at all), served very hot, and the spinach was cooked very well also, not limp and soggy like cooked spinach often is. The seasoning on the salmon was nice, with the horseradish seasoning apparent but not overpowering. The sauce was rich, but the right amount was on there to add taste but not make the dish too heavy. My wife's pork was good overall, but she found the spinach too salty for her taste, but Simone was great about offering a replacement plate of spinach which wasn't too salty and also offered other sides as well (but we just took the spinach). The lava cake came quickly, had plenty of ice cream with it, and wasn't overly sweet. The place is fairly casual, being in Santa Cruz/Capitola, and on one hand, the food was above what you'd expect at a fairly casual restaurant. But the prices were close to what you'd find at a nicer-than-casual restaurant (~$30 entrees, $40-45 for steaks), so the rating is measured against expectations for the price point rather than the ambiance. So it was good and we enjoyed it, but at the price point there are a lot of choices where you can get quite good food, so the star rating reflects that.

Took out of town friends for birthday celebration We were…read morein bar and grill with the best view! Food is great grilled chicken sandwich very yummy Salad bar is fantastic Our server was very busy but always attentive Been 6yrs since we were there last. We won't wait so long this time

Expensive and slightly bland, but a beautiful view! I came for a birthday dinner with a group of 7,…read moreand thank goodness we had reservations, as the wait would have been two hours. All of the servers were great, but the food itself was lacking. We all ordered a different dish, and no one seemed really wowed (my pasta was definitely lacking seasoning). I really wanted to like this place as I know it's a Santa Cruz institution and many people recommend it for the seafood (which the birthday girl really wanted), but it didn't live up to the hype.

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 had a really uncomfortable experience here. From the moment I walked in, I felt very unwelcome by…read morethe staff. I was asked whether I wanted to sit at the bar or at a table, but the interaction initially felt dismissive and made me uncomfortable. As a visibly brown person walking into a restaurant where I was one of the only people of color, the atmosphere honestly felt cold and uninviting. To be fair, after I was seated, my waiter did come over and tried to make me feel more welcome by talking to me about the specials and checking in. I appreciated that effort. However, the overall energy from the restaurant and staff still left me feeling uncomfortable and out of place. The environment gave off a very politically charged, "you're not welcome here" type of vibe, and whether intentional or not, it did not feel inclusive to me. I normally don't leave negative reviews, but I wanted to share my honest experience in case others have a similar feeling.

Best Oysters! Chef Jeffrey has curated a culinary menu…read moreutilizing the freshest ingredients. Whether land or sea, you will experience a great meal. Sky and staff cannot be more welcoming and service oriented. Santa Cruz Harbor MUST STOP!

Came here with some CO workers right at noon on a Friday. Excellent service and amazing views. Felt…read morevery authentic. I grabbed a mai tai IPA which was perfectly chilled and crispy. And for my main course was their lobster roll. Good lobster roll but was missing a nice buttery touch (my preference) otherwise assembled nicely. Would recommend this lunch spot any day

Excellent sandwiches, always so fresh! I love the atmosphere and will be returning! You can count…read moreon it!

Busy Saturday morning at this breakfast spot known for their egg brioche sandwiches, but honestly…read moreit was worth the wait. I tried the shrooms and the BAE sandwiches along with a side of tots, and everything came out really satisfying. The scrambled eggs were incredible -- super soft, creamy, and flavorful. The brioche buns were just as good, pillowy soft with a really nice sauce that ties everything together. The place is super clean, but it does get hectic since it's order first then seat yourself, so it can feel a little messy and chaotic finding a spot. I also went back later for a strawberry matcha latte and that was surprisingly good -- not overly sweet, and the matcha tasted high quality. Overall, I'd definitely recommend it. It felt better than Eggslut in LA in my opinion, and I'd come back again for sure.

We had a fantastic stay on a Sunday in the Lilac Room. Stunning views, our own balcony, clean and…read morecomfortable room. Bed was great, shower had great water pressure and the continental breakfast was top notch and delivered to your room at your requested time. When we checked in the woman was taking care of caterpillars in the office to help breed the monarch population. She showed us what they're doing to help. It was a really cool thing to see! She even put a butterfly on my finger. She took us to the room while explaining the history of the place as well. Very cool spot. Highly recommend!

It's a Bed & Breakfast with its own character. I think it was built in 1887. Based on the…read moreinformation book in the room, Al Capone has stayed here before! It's a historical building so there is no AC but fans are provided. The Inn has a trail to the ocean with has nice views. It is dog friendly which is the main reason we stay here. The property manger is super friendly and helpful. I think she is the reason the Inn has great reviews.