I have been wanting to come to Home for years, but every time it would pop into my head to go for dinner it would be 7 PM the same day and their reservations only. Finally it came into my head when my in-laws asked me where I'd like to go for dinner for my birthday! It's a small quaint indoor restaurant but outdoors has a large patio with seating too! We were sat at the round table which was quiet and intimate. Everything we tried was fantastic, the starters we had were the foccacia. It wasn't warmed which I would've preferred but it was still fluffy and tasty and served with sea lettuce butter which definitely had a hint of garlic, which always makes things better ;). Who doesn't love garlic?! The other starter we tried was the asparagus, loved it! Would totally order again! The portions were perfect for sharing for 4 of us as well. My entree I ordered the beef check gnocchi, they make their pasta in house and this was so rich and freaking tasty! Absolutely similar to a short rib. 10/10 recommend!! My husband ordered the CA strip loin, cooked perfect medium served with a garlic aioli and crispy potatoes. I got to try his and his was equally fantastic! My mother in law ordered the rock cod crudo and she shared with me as well, the chili oil really came out in flavor in the dish, it was plated beautifully as well. I think this would be a great shared appetizer for groups too. Father in law got the fried chicken, and WOW - an entire HALF chicken! So large, local chicken, fresh and flavorful. Desserts we had the pistachio pana cotta and olive oil cake, the panna cotta was FANTASTIC. You should absolutely order this if you have room! The service could have been quicker, but she was still attentive overall dining time was about 2 hours which is long in my opinion and we could've ordered more beverages and upsold us but overall this place is a must try! You will not be disappointed! read more

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So stoked to finally get to check out this place with some friends who have raved about it for years. Aptly named, the restaurant is super warm and welcoming. Very...homey. The food was simply outstanding. The only section of the evening's menu from which we didn't order was the seafood. Focaccia with sea lettuce butter. Chicken liver pate. Chicory salad. Cauliflower with pine nuts and currants. Papardelle. Beef cheek. Pork chop. All. So. Good! Absolutely cannot wait to come back and try many more things! read more

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Home is our go-to spot for date nights and special celebrations. We went last night to celebrate my grandmother's 90th birthday and were blown away by the food, service, and special tasting menu they were trying out for the first time. We were seated in the private wine cellar room where we didn't have to worry about our little ones running around and bothering other patrons. The tasting menu was superb! I really hope they make that a regular option. We love this restaurant and can't recommend it highly enough. Keep up the great work and comforting and accommodating vibes Home! read more

I see why it's called Home. It's a small restaurant with quaint decor that's cross between a ski lodge and rustic cabin. It feels warm and cozy. It's located in a neighborhood street amongst homes so we parked by houses. The service is the headline at this top tier establishment. You definitely feel like you're taken care of with the locally sourced produce and proteins that make up the rotating menu and the prime service. I wasn't sure what glass of white wine I wanted for the dishes we ordered, so instead of asking what characteristics I preferred, our server said, "You know what? I'm going to bring you a few glasses for you to taste!" She brought 3, which I was lukewarm about, so she didn't even hesitate to bring 2 more based on my comments. All this effort for one GLASS of wine. Now that's service. The food was wonderful. The 2 of us weren't very hungry so we shared an appetizer, 4 oysters, and a pasta (and substituted for gluten-free pasta). Then added dessert, obviously - haha. There were countless number of (very polite) check-ins from our server and other staff. Service was truly 5 stars! Dining at Home felt special, and I think it's a good choice for when you want to have a celebratory meal, date, or just a nice dinner with stellar service! Tip: We were allowed to make reservations, even for 2 people, so I suggest making reservations no matter what because the restaurant is small with only 2 small dining rooms and limited tables. read more

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This place is wonderful. True to the name, feels like you are at a dinner party at someone's warm home. Daily menu change, much appreciated to keep the food seasonal and fresh. To that, I'll share the menu but everything was delicious. Staff is very versed and passionate on their job, love that. Extensive wine list and drinks. Make a reservation and go! read more

Home - nov 25 menu - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

Absolutely divine! We had an amazing time, the food was so fresh and creative and the service was above and beyond. Can't wait to go back. read more

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tl;dr cozy place with heated outdoor patio, high end cuisine with occasional misses, menu changes frequently Two smallish rooms inside, heated patio, and some lawn seating. It gets a little chilly at night but the heaters work nicely. On to the food... Charcuterie plate: changes regularly. We had tasty pecorino, run-of-the-mill cheese, and good flatbread. Beet salad: more beets than salad. Pleasant but better for a warm summer eve Ricotta gnocchi: fine but not special Squid ink pasta: generous amount of clams with tender pork belly. Could use a bit of spice. Pear pana cotta: quite enjoyable. You don't have a dedicated server so it can be slightly confusing as to who to ask for help. Home is definitely enjoyable and homey, we left happy but maybe wanting a bit more read more

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This restaurant is amazing! Using a farm to table concept, their menu changes every day based on what is local and in season. The restaurant has a beautiful home feeling and have lots of space for seating especially outdoor seating near the garden. The servers were very friendly and knowledgeable especially with the daily changes in the menu. The food was fresh and delicious, I would definitely come back and try new items on their menu. read more

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Absolutely amazing. Service is always top notch, food spectacular, creative, innovative and very approachable. Such a warm and inviting atmosphere. Can't ask for anything more. read more

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Walked in right at 5 pm and was seated in the back patio. Was craving a cocktail, but they only have beer and wine. What they do have is insanely delicious food with a beautiful atmosphere, and radiant service staff. Enjoyed the pumpkin/ bacon agnolotti, pork chop, and fried chicken. Each dish was absolutely unique and top notch. Compares or exceeds some of the higher end restaurants on the Peninsula and in SF. read more

Home - Fried chicken and pork chop - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

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Great service and excellent food! The menu changes from time to time, which always makes for a pleasant surprise. The coffee and dessert were both outstanding, and our waitress, Chanel, was awesome--friendly and attentive. The back room is quiet and cozy, while the fireplace area at the front adds a warm touch. Noise levels depend on the crowd, but it's usually comfortable. Reservations are definitely recommended. read more

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Attended a private event here and I am beyond impressed with everything. The name speaks for itself - it felt like I was walking into someone's Home & eating home cooked meals. Located in the town of Soquel, just minutes away from Santa Cruz. I believe this is a family run restaurant with a California coastal seasonal menu. The event was held in their garden. The set up was beautiful - long banquet style tables. Outside bar offered non-alcoholic bevs & a cash bar for wine & spirits. For starters they had a charcuterie board and oysters. They also made fresh wood fired pizzas from their outdoor oven. For the main event, everything was served family style. I can not choose a favorite because everything they served was unbelievably delicious. The seasonal veggies were amazing. The fried chicken was something to be remembered. We finished with dessert. 10 stars. I highly recommend this place. Great experience. Amazing food. Impeccable service. FYI: Street parking only & additional parking at the church across the street. read more

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Love the concept of this place and you really couldn't go wrong with any of the food items. It's fresh, delicious, and truly feels like home. read more

Home - Lasagnette, broccolini, and squid ink pasta - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

Ate with the fam in the wine cellar. Fantastic! I had the squid ink spaghetti and loved it. Tried every dessert family style (literally) and was very impressed. Top 2 favorite restaurant experiences in Santa Cruz. Thanks HOME, see you again soon. read more

Absolutely delicious. Everything. We got the Cheek and the Tagliatelle. Also the focaccia starter with the lettuce butter was delish. read more

Home - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

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Fantastic place & feels homey. The outdoor space is welcoming. The food was great & service top notch. We enjoyed our dinner while we visited Santa Cruz. One of the best restaurants we've tried in town. read more

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Food, service, and atmosphere all made for a great experience dinging at Home. It is such a quaint space, so you really do feel like you're dining in someone's home, which I'm guessing this space might have been in a past life. Came here for a group holiday dinner and enjoyed tasting through a variety of the menu. We went family style, so while I wasn't able to try too much of anything, I was able to try a lot of different items. Our server Morgan was very patient with us as we took the time to catch up before deciding what we wanted to eat. To start we ordered the focaccia, charcuterie, cauliflower, pate, and the dungeness crab salad. I was thrilled to see crab on their menu since I know a lot of places haven't been able to get it. The salad was amazing, as was just about everything else. The only thing I didn't love was the pate, but I've only tried it a handful of times and it's not my favorite thing. Those at the table that do love pate, did love this pate. For pastas we went with the Pappardelle, bucatini carbonara, and squid ink orecchiette. The carbona seemed to be the favorite at the table, though I was partial to the squid ink pasta as it came with lots of big clams. The carbonara was super rich, so I was happy we were sharing this, still delicious of course. For meats we went with the fried chicken, pork chop, and beef cheeks. Everyone seemed to have different favorites for this category, though each dish got good reviews throughout. The skin on the chicken was pretty unbelievably crispy and perfect, while still being super juicy. The beef cheeks weren't as tender as I was expecting/hoping they'd be, but they were still full of good flavor, and I loved the gnocchi that came with it. And the pork chop, which was massive had quite a bit of meat and came with some delicious mushrooms. We ordered two of each dessert for the night, surprisingly enough the root beer cookie crunch semifreddo, which I expected to like the least, was actually my favorite, and seemed to be most of the table's favorite too. read more

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This place was great! Nothing that blew us away or anything like that but a solid meal with great service and awesome ambiance (plus points for the personal heaters) We stayed a night in capitola a few weekends ago and after doing some research I booked home for dinner. Stayed right next to the beach but this was less than a ten minute Uber. I got the lasagna and my husband got the fried chicken. we also started with the foccacia and herb butter. The only thing I didn't like is they charge extra for their special butter and won't provide any normal butter. Very silly but luckily I told them I had a stomach condition so they got me some anyway. The focaccia was meh, would def pass on it next time, nothing to write home about. The lasagna however was delicious! Half the noodle sheets are crisped up from being baked in a cast iron but the middle is juicy and delicious. Could have used a little more sauce but overall great flavors. Husband loved the fried chicken. read more

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100% MUST. This was my first time here and I've already booked another reservation in 2 weeks. The ambiance is adorable and perfect. We sat out on the patio and the heaters made it very comfortable. Now to the important part...the food. I was BLOWN away by every single bite. We started with the fresh focaccia with butter and it was magical. Also treated ourselves to the oysters with the caviar and I literally did a happy dance it was so good! The halibut was perfectly cooked and seasoned beautifully. There was even squid in the risotto and it was incredible! Our server Quincey made a perfect wine pairing and he was such a pleasure our whole experience! He added to the perfect experience! I cannot wait to come back and try the other dishes! read more

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Delicious food and good atmosphere. It's my favorite local spot in Sansa Cruz and definitely worth the trip

Although expensive, and I wish the fried chicken were in pieces like normal instead of half a chicken, the breading and skin was amongst the best I have ever had. Amazingly crispy. As a shared app we had the Beet Risotto Fritter. What a concept and the flavors were off the charts. Savory with a hint of sweetness from the beets. Served on a bed of lentils. My friend had the pork chop which was very nice served with some Dungeness crab with blood oranges and a chili oil which was wonderful. With the chicken the had a Black Trumpet Aioli, and not being a mushroom fan I asked if the had anything else. The waitress asked the chef and he came up with a sauce for me which was good but I also told the waitress that I would be willing to try the Aioli. Never let it be said I'm not willing for try something even knowing I have never liked it and I'm 65, lol. It turned out to be wonderful. No overpowering mushroom taste. For dessert I had chocolate olive oil cake, and my friend had the chocolate mousse. Both were outstanding. If you drink decaf, get it. It was wonderful which isn't always the case with decaf. Served in a French press was wonderful. I will definitely go back to try some of their pastas. They looked delicious but I had my heart set on the chicken. I really would give it 4.5 stars but it won't let me. read more

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As the name implies, the restaurant is set up in a HOME. It has a very cozy, intimate Ambiance, perfect for a date/quiet dinner. All the staff were very friendly. I let my husband pick a dish for me since I wasn't sure what to get. I was very surprised and am still trying to remember the taste. Unfortunately idk the name of my dish but I think it has beef cheeks inside pasta and definitely some truffle oil. The sauce was divine and both the filling and pasta were perfectly cooked. It had a really great texture, almost like pate. I cleaned that plate and with the sauce! My husband was also trying to scoop up the sauce and said "man, I wish I knew how they made this". My husband loves cooking and perfecting his favorite dishes, so this was GOOD. For himself, he got the beef shank with a bone marrow. The sauce was also good but I think the beef shank was overcooked. It took longer to make and came out a bit tough to chew. Definitely a very special place to take a date! read more

Imagine having dinner in your friends beautiful backyard and your friend just happens to be an excellent chef. That's Home. I'm surprised by some of the negative reviews I read before coming here. I found each dish to be perfectly seasoned and fresh. The wines by the glass delish and my server ( Neil) not just patient and attentive to all my questions but warm and personable. If I come back to the Santa Cruz area I will 100% come back HOME. read more

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Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 This may be my favorite restaurant in Santa Cruz County. In my book, this is a treat yo' self kinda meal. Definitely want to try to book a reservation in advance, especially in the summer months. Definitely go for the "lawn seating" so you sit near the garden. Even if it's a little chilly, they have portable heaters to help keep you warm. The menu is well thought out and offers a decent variety without being overly complicated. The homemade bread and pasta is out of this world. That is what I come here for but I have yet to find something on the menu I didn't like. I also really appreciate the by the glass wine selection. I always get to try a local wine I haven't tried before. My sense is that they do a lot of work to source amazing local wines. The service is incredible. Everyone is polite and very attentive. The team seems to work very well together. TIP: They don't have a kids menu but the server said they could do a pasta and butter for $12. My kiddo loved it! read more

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10/10 for ambiance. The rest was fine. The olives were not plump, too soft. The salad was perfect. The fried chicken was SALTY and there was a lot of crispy skin to get through. I ended up removing a lot of it. We got dessert but it was way too sweet. It could have been amazing but they went heavy on the sugar and we couldn't finish it. The garden was confusing. Not much food growing. A lot of neglect. How is this farm to table? read more

Attentive staff and nice selection of wines. Food very tasty. Quiet enough to have a conversation with the other couple. Nice to have such a spot in our area. read more

Wow! I just woke up thinking about the meal I had yesterday evening with my bro at Home. It had been a few years since I had been back. 1st tried it with a couple girlfriends and remembered getting the beef cheeks with gnocchi and knew that was what we needed to get again. Seasonal menu but you know if an item still remains after all these years, it's a goody. Started off with the focaccia and sea butter. Yum! Then had the beet and strawberry salad in a sesame dressing. So refreshing and the beets and strawberries were perfectly sweet and bursting with flavor. For our mains, we got the snap pea bucatini with duck in this amazing broth. The duck was rich, fatty and juicy with a nice crisp skin. The fresh snap peas and broth perfectly complemented the richness of the duck. And of course we got the beef cheeks which came with gnocchi in this heavenly creamy herby sauce. Just divine. To top the dinner off we got two desserts. Strawberry shortcake with a torched marshmallow fluff and the coffee panna cotta with pistachios. Ridiculous. My bro and I kept raving about the food with each bite. But not just the food, service and ambiance were great. Spring was springing in Home's backyard with its lush flowers, trees and herbs. The garden is so cute and the perfect setting for a sunny but crisp early evening dinner al fresco. And let me just say that we cleared every plate. A testament to an amazing, delicious meal we had at Home. Thank you. read more

Home - I love this backyard setting. - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

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Great meal here - we got the osso bucco, the chicken liver, and the ricotta gnocchi, which was more than enough food for us. Everything was very high quality - our favorite was for sure the chicken liver. If I had one critique, I'd say that each dish had a lot going on, and I would have preferred things to be a bit simpler. But overall everything was quite good! read more

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This is probably one of my favorite restaurants in Santa Cruz. The first time I came here I was with a very large group of people and the service we received was great! Not only did our food come out quick but everyone's order was correct as well. Although it seems they change their menu quite often, I throughly enjoyed the Halibut dish I ordered and after trying others dishes, I just fell in love. The ambience of this restaurant is very calm and quiet and I just love that they turned a previous beautiful home into a successful restaurant! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone I know, but to definitely check their updated menu beforehand!! read more

Home - halibut - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

Very Disappointed. The restaurant came highly recommended. Unfortunately, I can't say the same thing. Celebrating my birthday on the evening of December 4 , 2025, my husband and I had a glass of wine before arriving - so my husband ordered a glass of beer and I said I would taste his and decide if I wanted something similar. We started with cauliflower, pine nut, current and chili - the current was so overcooked it tasted like mushed black beans. The salad- baby lettuce, pomegranate, fennel, walnuts and smoked blue was wonderful. Noting that no silverware was changed out after the salad though - (yes, we do change our silverware even at home!) My husband husband's meal, cheeks: ricotta gnocchi, gorgonzola kale .. . Had a great taste, but the meat tasted more like 3 blade chuck rather than cheeks! My meal, black cod filet: parsnip risotto, maitake & chanterelles, . . . was so salted, I ate only two bites. No one ever checked on us during our meal, but came around to collect my husband's plate and ask if we wanted a dessert. We declined. read more

We visited as a party of 4 on a slightly rainy night, so the patio backyard was out. The interior was warm and cozy, and the waitstaff were very attentive and friendly. We started with the focaccia and garden herb butter, and the chicken liver pate (gorgonzola, apple gastrique - not pictured) on the recommendation of 2 in our party who are regulars. Both were wonderful - the focaccia was soft, and the pate was creamy and delicious. We also had the panzanella salad (garden tomato, cucumber, red onion, golden balsamic vinaigrette, smoked blue - not pictured), which was nicely dressed, although the bread pieces could have been a bit smaller to make it easier to eat. Our mains were the campanelle and the squid ink orecchiete. The campanelle was very hearty, but real standout was the squid ink orecchiette, which had an incredible rich broth, dotted with crispy bits of pork belly and fresh clams. Dessert was the chocolate terrine and the panna cotta, which were both also wonderful endings to our meal. Overall, this might be the most Napa restaurant I've been to outside of Napa, without the Napa drive. Highly recommended! read more

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I enjoyed such a memorable dining experience at Home last night with my boyfriend! My boyfriend took me to try Home to celebrate my birthday because of its wonderfully cozy and intimate atmosphere. We had a 7:45 reservation and sat outside in their beautiful garden area, where a portable heater kept us comfortable. Our server, Neil, was very kind and helpful. He checked on us often to ensure we were enjoying our food. Our appetizer, focaccia and sea lettuce butter, was delicious. The butter, which was served in an abalone shell, had amazing fresh flavor and complemented the focaccia. We ordered the squid ink orecchiette and beef cheeks for our main dishes. The squid ink orecchiette came with a lot of clams! The pasta had a pleasant al dente texture. All the elements of the dish worked well together-- savory clams and chili miso broth, salty and fatty pork belly, and crisp breadcrumbs. The beef cheeks were incredibly flavorful and so tender that we easily cut through the meat with a spoon. This dish came with pillowy, velvety gnocchi and was garnished with fresh edible flowers (which we recognized from the garden!). For dessert, we had the strawberry peach crisp with strawberry sorbet. The sorbet tasted like biting into a fresh strawberry. We enjoyed the contrast between the cold sorbet and warm crisp and peaches underneath. I can't wait to visit again to try their other dishes! Note: parking is confusing especially at night because it gets very dark and is hard to see. You can park in the church parking lot across the street. read more

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So happy I was able to experience this restaurant! The ambiance was so nice and homey, hence the name home! We sat outside and I would say that you need to ask for a heater if not it is very cold! The indoor seating was fully booked even when we asked to change our outdoor reservation to indoor so make sure to plan ahead. We got to look into their garden which was so beautiful and they said they use a lot of the fresh herbs and vegetables in their dishes. The food was so flavorful and didn't leave you feeling lethargic it left you feeling fresh and satisfied! I love the little touches they have like the shell for the pesto butter and the fresh flowers as there center pieces. It is a bit pricey but I would say it's worth it! read more

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I got the lasagna and really enjoyed it... it was plated on a cast iron plate which kept it warm and toasty which I thought was a nice touch. read more

Amazing staff and food. Small quiet intimate location. Celebrate a girls night out and bday. Definitely come back . We had a few drinks so I couldn't remember each dish names. But all was delicious. read more

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Visited as a graduation dinner for my brother. Every dish was beautiful and felt special. Even the sparkling water impressed me. Order the oysters, they serve you "spicy ice" - one of the craziest things i've eaten it was delicious read more

I'm a local and Home is where you go when you want the best food in the County in a quaint and beautiful setting, but also when you have hours to spare. Home's service leaves so much to be desired, every damn time. My gf's and I went on Sunday evening and were there for almost three hours. Our waitress started off strong but then just stopped checking on our small group of 3. We saw her tending to other patrons and give them their checks, but failed to tend to our group. All we wanted was more wine! I had to flag down an employee who brought dishes and cleaned up after guests to take our drink order. She did so with a smile on her face, thank you Devin. What I find to be most amusing is the owners came for dinner when we were there, and were waited on like Gods. Wish your normal patrons that keep you afloat would get the same treatment. read more

Home - Ricotta gnocchi - New American Near Me - Soquel, California

The overall ambiance was very gorgeous. We were sat in the backyard and the servers offered some heaters and blankets to help keep warm which was a nice touch. However, the food and service were not as up to standard as I would have expected. Our server forgot to put in one of our appetizers which we had to remind them of. There was a point during our dinner when three different people came up to us in the span of abut five minutes to check in if we were finished eating so I felt a little bit rushed. Our server also pulled out the dessert menu from her apron and which was a little crumpled and had some oil stains on it. I didn't mind too much but it felt a little unprofessional. Homemade focaccia was not freshly baked but rather cold and seemed a tad stale but the butter was flavorful which helped balance it out. Food menu changes quite frequently but for the charcuterie we got the pork shoulder and pork pressed head. Shoulder was very delicious along with the cracker and jam. Cheese was standard. The pressed head was on the drier side although the glaze underneath seemed to compensate for it somewhat. The crackers that came with the head were extremely salty we barely touched it. For mains we had the pappardelle which wasn't anything special and the orecchiette which was flavorful but we didn't eat the pork belly that came with it as it was too salty and the flavor of pork overpowered the rest of the dish and did not complement the seafood base of squid/clam in a cohesive manner. The dessert we ordered was an apple crumble dish with vanilla ice cream. While this one was freshly baked, the small dollop of ice cream melted all into the dish before we could take a second bite so we didn't experience the wonderful combination of the warm crumble with cold vanilla ice cream one would have expected. It would have been better to let the crumble cool down slightly before the addition of the ice cream as it was piping hot. All in all, it was just okay :) read more

Was able to get a table at Home to celebrate my fiance's birthday. All the pasta dishes we had were fantastic. The uni in my carbonara just made the dish so decadent--it made me wish for a second serving. The squid ink pasta was so good too! We had a hard time choosing which dish was our favorite. It's a great little date night spot. What kind of turned us off was the service. Although our waitress was nice, it seemed as if she forgot about us. It took a while to get refills or to even ask for a desert menu, and it took a really long time to get the check. We were seated in the patio area with just one other couple who also looked as if they were waiting a while for service too. I'd recommend coming here just to try their dishes, but maybe come on a less busy day to get better service. read more

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We loved eating here. We sat outdoors in January and they had blankets and heaters, and we were both nice and toasty after a couple minutes. The service was excellent-- Lucy was friendly, knowledgeable, and we both felt comfortable asking all the questions. Unlike a lot of other places in Santa Cruz, the staff here didn't seem pretentious. My partner tried an experimental soup that had question marks for the price "(you pay what you think you should pay)", and enjoyed it. We also really loved the cauliflower, with currants, pine nuts, and lemon, and each bite was addicting. So good with focaccia for the leftover bits. I really liked my lasagnette. We also tried the bone marrow, to be adventurous. The sauce and extras it came with were yummy, and I'm glad I tried it. For dessert we had the lime cheesecake (yum! And definitely ate the oat walnut crust at the bottom!), and sipped tea before heading home to the kid-sitter. Sitting outside was definitely worth it, and there's a single restroom as well you can directly access. The lights are pretty, and there's more room between tables. It feels more like eating out in the countryside or at a winery. read more