Stopped by Boba Bay while visiting the beach and it was an alright experience. I will say the shop…read moreis cute and cozy with very minimal seating. Customer service was so-so, the staff person at the cashier was indifferent and apathetic, but the person making the drinks was quick and efficient. The drink menu prices were okay, although I spent $20 (including tip) for two mango boba drinks. I think they charge a little too much for toppings. The flavor of the mango passion boba was underwhelming, and I would agree with another reviewer, that the quality of the drinks needs to be improved. Honestly, I didn't really notice much mango flavor, and the drink seemed more watered down. However, I did like the texture of the actual boba and it helped improve the overall drink. Possibly worth visiting if you're nearby & really craving boba. Although, it may be best to visit another boba spot in Santa Cruz if you want a solid drink.

Server didn't seem like they wanted to be there. A quick smile and happy energy cheered them up…read more Overall good spot for a quick yummy boba, would recommend the peach oolong with boba. Personally wasnt a fan of the rainbow jelly. Small seating area with open windows, benches outside, and the beach a block away.

This place was cute and the drinks were good. My husband got the Passionfruit & Watermelon Green…read moreTea 30% sweetness and it was still pretty sweet (can't imagine what 100% sweetness would taste like), but the flavors were so refreshing and delicious! I ordered the Uji Strawberry Matcha Latte (half sweet), and it was perfect. I'm pretty picky with my matcha, but this place hit the mark. Thanks for the great and speedy service you guys!

Stopped by UME and tried their Matcha Mango drink... it was absolutely delicious! The vibrant mango…read moreflavor pairs amazingly well with the smooth matcha, making it super refreshing and perfectly balanced. Definitely a must-try if you're in the area!

This was my first time here and it just so happened to be in the middle of the Capitola Art & Wine…read moreFestival, so as I walked up to the door, there was this HUGE LINE! I was actually worried that was the line to order, and then I realized that was the Shuttle Pick Up/Drop Off area! Hee. To my surprise there were only 2 other groups of customers within the cafe, so I was able to order with ease. I got a Lilikoi Green Tea, my favorite thing to have on such a hot summer day to quench my thirst. That hit the spot perfectly! I would've had a pastry, but we were going to dinner at 7p and it was around 5p. Hee. I will definitely be back to check out their pastries and soft serve. Hee.

I got a sugar free hazelnut latte, very good, a little pricey but worth it compared to getting…read moresomething similar at bucks that's lower quality coffee. The girl behind the counter was very nice! Came in today, Sunday 08/30 around 4 pm.

Pho was not too salty, well seasoned, flavored, good amount of chicken and noodles, herbs…read more Curry fish could use little more portion of fish please.

It was a good spot to stop in with my vegan friend as they had something for both of us. She loves…read morethe spring rolls and my Mongolian beef was good. The coffee was good, but not what I've learned to expect of Vietnamese coffee. Simple seating and counter order friendly service.

Well. I have to say this is a great spin on Thai food especially with a roasted duck option. The…read moreservice was a bit off but my server powered through enough though it got super busy at the end of my meal. She was really trying and always had a smile on her face. Kudos for customer service. I ordered a Thai Ice tea with no cream. And it was very refreshing. My appetizer was the Fresh Spring rolls with Tofu. Great presentation and delicious to nibble on throughout my meal. My entree was the Peking duck pad Thai and it was a generous portion of duck and pad Thai. I barely finished it. The restaurant is a bit small and a little bit if patience is required. But they are a great addition to the Capitola beach area. I highly recommend recommend it.

We came to Capitola to celebrate a milestone and randomly chose this place. It was the best…read moredecision we made. The food is DELICIOUS, staff were attentive, and the ambiance is very friendly. We asked for recommendations on food and genuinely everything was as good as it looked. We had the Mango salad, Crispy Pad Thai, Yellow Curry, side of roti, and the Mango Sticky Rice. Everything tasted fresh and that it was made with love. Also they make delicious home made ice cream and it's dairy free! Upon talking with our server about the restaurant, she stated that they had been opened for about a year and that it was a family owned restaurant. With that being said if you like to support local businesses, this is your spot!

Lychee black tea 50% sweet with boba and lychee jelly - yum, would get 50% sweet again…read more Crepe with ham, cheese, Dijon (I don't remember the name) -- eh, wouldn't get it again. The ham was too thick for the delicacy of a crepe, and the Dijon was a little heavy handed. I'd want to try their other crepes tho.

1 star because they add an 8% surcharge on all purchases, and don't mention it anywhere. That is…read moretotally unacceptable. As for the food rating: - 5/5: I got the sweet lemon crepe, using regular crepe batter (the other is buckwheat). The regular crepe batter has excellent al-dente snap to it. It's better than the crepes at The Crepe Place in Santa Cruz. - 1/5: The vietnamese iced coffee might be the worst I've ever tried. Super weak. hard pass!

i've been coming here for 5 years and it is genuinely my favorite boba shop. at the beginning of…read morethe year they hired a beautiful gal named ava who is the best barista i have ever come across. she is very sweet and knowledgeable as well as gives great suggestions. i will always come here

Hong Kong egg waffles and Marianne's ice cream... the best!…read more If you have never had the waffles, it is worth the visit.

The beef rib pho was excellent. Rich broth, tender meat, and a generous portion. The chicken BBQ…read morevermicelli held up just as well. Fresh, flavorful, and well balanced. The staff made the visit better. Friendly, attentive, and quick to help. You feel welcome from the moment you walk in. Go for the food. Come back for the service.

Stopped in for some lunch and it was a nice place with cute decor. Ordering is all electronic on…read moremounted iPads. There is definitely a lot to choose from! After sitting down, someone brought water and then the appetizer, followed by the food. The only time we saw any sort of employee was when they brought out food. Long day for me brought on thirst so my water went quick. I had asked the 2 times I saw an employee if I could get more water, to which they replied "sure". However, no water ever came. The food was great! Taste was good, amount was great for the price. Unfortunately the biggest downside was the lack of employee presence or assistance.

Tropical Vibes, you guys are more than just "tropical vibes"- the aura you guys bring radiates…read morekindness with your customers. The worker said "so sorry for the wait! i'll bring your order to you." However, in my mind the wait was not long at all! This really shows how much they value customer service. If i could give them 10+ stars i would! Their matcha/ ube dole whip soft serve I got was super flavorful as well! I can taste the ube and matcha despite them being swirled in together! I love this place for desserts! Thank you for blessing Salinas with your more than just "Tropical Vibes" Aura!

Our drinks made us sick afterwards :/ ambience and interior is fun and nice. Def giving tropical…read morevibes. The customer service was good, the staff were friendly. The match soft serve ice cream was good with a nice matcha flavor and big portion size. We were not fans of the Gigi's taro and the everything matcha slush. Both drinks had way too much going on. I wish they had a menu on the wall and listed what comes in their drinks so many of them had a bunch of inclusions. The drinks weren't disgusting, just not what we're used to. It's more like halo halo vs boba tea. Tip: I saw another persons order and asked if I could order that but the staff told me it was a customized drink and they require you to order custom drinks 15-20 min in advance. It looked good though! Next time, we'll try this option and see how it goes.

We visited The Crepe Place on a Saturday afternoon and found it moderately busy. The interior was…read morealmost entirely empty of patrons, but packed with cool decor - so many vintage posters, prints, and photos covering the walls. I was so impressed when we were led through the interior to the massive patio/garden area. There was a stage area with live music, greenery and bamboo everywhere, and so much seating. The vibe was pleasant and serene! For drinks, my friend ordered The Ultimate Bloody Mary, which was a behemoth with 2 buffalo wings and a jalapeño popper on top. I asked for a virgin Bloody Mary, but unfortunately this was comically bad. I was so confused when it came out fizzing - I guess they put sparkling water in it for some reason? I gave up on this drink and ordered an Arnold Palmer instead, which was much better. For food, we shared the Alexander the Crepe, Cheese Blintz with blackberry, and Buffalo Cauliflower Wings. Both crepe dishes were delicious! I really liked the dill sauce and blackberry preserves. The Buffalo Cauliflower Wings were fine, but not my favorite. Service was friendly and accommodating! Would return for more crepes.

We're absolute crepe fans, and this place, recommended by our hotel's front desk, turned out to be…read morea gem You walk through a charming indoor seating area, and then suddenly you're in this gorgeous outdoor garden filled with greenery, recycled glass-bottle decor, and a wonderfully relaxed vibe. The staff was warm and welcoming, which made the experience even better Brie & Pesto Crepe -- Triple‑cream Brie with pesto inside a perfectly made crepe, served with marinara on the side. It tasted just as amazing as it sounds Easily one of our favorite savory combinations Poppers, Wings & Shoestrings -- Since I don't eat chicken, the server offered to swap the wings for jalapeño poppers (which I love), so that was perfect. My only complaint was the shoestrings -- they were deep‑fried onion strings, not potatoes, and quite oily. I stuck to the cauliflower bites and the jalapeño poppers, both of which were delicious Whole Thing Crepe -- A buttered crepe topped with chocolate sauce, bananas, walnuts, and homemade whipped cream. YUM!The portion was just right for two people to share, and we enjoyed every bite