This place is amazing!!! I honestly cannot believe I have not had PGA till now. Have I been living under a rock?? Their variety of food items amazes me that I even had trouble deciding. Luckily the workers there (Zaia) were able to help out and were so unbelievably nice!! They made me feel like a regular and helped my friend and I decide on what to get. Let me just say that their tofu banh mi was so good!! Especially with the vegan aioli sauce oh my gosh. The outdoor seating was really peaceful to sit down and enjoy the food. Will DEFINITELY come again soon!! read more

There were 4 uniformed police officers in line waiting to order food today. The police officers were very polite to the employee, saying please and thank you. Right before the last officer began to order, the employee began to play the song "F*** the police", and increased the volume. The employee, Zaia, was noticeably rude to the officers, and would not acknowledge them after they thanked her for the food they ordered. She was one of the most rude and unprofessional employees I have ever encountered and will NOT return. read more

Vegan review- We were in a mood for sandwiches while visiting the area and found this place with a few vegan options and ordered the vegan sandwich with a side of vegan ranch. Got a hash and grilled cheese for my kid. It was ready to pickup before promised. Very friendly staff and a cute little spot! We all enjoyed everything and for sure will be coming back whenever we are in the town again. Keep up the good work!! read more

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I wanted to love this as much as everyone else but this was just ok in my eyes...nothing to write home about... The lady taking our order was rude and kept cutting us off while taking our order and wasn't open for any questions about the menu. I get that it's kinda hard to answer questions if its busy but i also wanna know what i'm paying for....she was really impatient the entire time she told my order and you could tell she did not want to be there. They didn't have the mushroom swiss burger, so I opted for the jalapeno bbq burger with fries. The burger had a pretty thin patty that relied way too heavily on the hot sauce to make it flavorful. Nothing about the burger was special...pretty generic bun and your standard lettuce, tomatos, onion and pickles. All i tasted was a vinegary hot sauce and i didn't feel like it's that worth it for $7...if you have a bigger appetite than me, one burger probably wouldn't fill you. The fries were a fair portion to me, but were soggy in the to-go container. The good thing is that they do accommodate different diets with their menu (ie gluten free, vegan, vegetarian, etc)...but overall i've had better and i just feel like i wasn't sold on their food and the customer service didn't make me wanna come back. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

- California ranch burger - fries The burger was pretty yummy and I enjoyed the overall flavor!! Very ranchy as explained by the name. The "patty" part I didn't realize was a black bean patty, but I wasn't mad at it. It definitely doesn't make you that sort of heaviness after eating a beef patty. The patty itself didn't have the most interesting texture but I still enjoyed it nonetheless. The fries...they're either really small or they gave me the bits. But hey! I do like the bits because they were flavorful and crunchy! read more

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I will most certainly agree that I've been given pretty good advice this past year from my cardiologists, doctors, and nutritionists to adopt a plant based lifestyle. Never did I think following a whole foods plant based diet would be so life changing, and it's awesome to see a spot like this be able to offer a menu so delicious that everyone can enjoy. What I love about PGA is their decision to use an in-house plant based burger patty and not rely on brands like Impossible or Beyond. Very rarely do you see something so different that not only hits all the marks, but is so good that even skeptical meat eaters would find it hard to disagree in terms of taste. I ordered their Vegan Burger ($8) which comes with avocado, a vegan burger sauce, lettuce, and crispy onions. I love that it came with a vegan sauce that reminded me of the days of the Big Mac - a very thousand island-esque dressing. The burger was fire although I wish that the patties were a bit bigger. Still, a wonderful plant based burger that you will definitely enjoy. Like others have shared, I do wish they would go fully vegan or at least make it clear which sauces are vegan friendly. My burger was amazing but I think being able to market this in an all vegan joint would help make plant-based living more accessible. Take my advice - if you're new to plant based eating or simply curious, come and give this spot a try. It is so worth it and I challenge you to try selecting a fully vegan option and avoid the unnecessary animal products. You'll probably enjoy it more than you think. Parking is available in a private lot and limited outdoor seating during shelter-in-place. read more

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So good! Such a fun, friendly place. A little irreverent, very tasty, yummy sauces! (The ranch For the fries). Reasonable prices. Will come back for sure. Great kids menu too - the hash brown in the breakfast Sammy! read more

Quick with quality. I have tried many things here and it is always so tasty. I can remember the days of dining in, which I miss, as they now only offer to-go. It's still a great option, especially if you're looking for a casual experience. read more

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Best French fries I've ever had in my life. The ranch burger was INCREDIBLE after a 10 mile hike. The kale salad was ridiculously good and the staff are great. I love this little place! I'm so glad I found it. The jalapeño burger is great as is the American burger. I come here as often as possible these days. read more

This is a cool little place. I love there breakfast sandwich. I treat my wife to breakfast there one a week.

We spent the day in Santa Cruz and came here for a quick bite before we headed home and so glad we did! Everything on the menu is vegetarian/vegan and lots of great options! As this was our first time here, the person who took our order was very helpful with recommendations. Among the 4 of us we ended up ordering the curried carrot soup, plantains, California ranch burger, spicy bbq burger, and the Philly burger. Everything was delicious!! So much flavor and felt hearty enough that we ended up having a burger leftover for later. My favorites were the: - Curried carrot soup: creamy with a bit of heat (flavor profile reminded me to something similar of a Thai curry) - Plantains: I've never had plantains cooked that way and the dipping sauce was so good! -California Ranch Burger: because Ranch :) Overall, we will definitely be back! read more

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Tasty vegetarian/vegan food, still available at reasonable prices (if you order directly).

I honestly really loved this place. It's a vegetarian/vegan restaurant and although I am neither, I believe their food is so delicious and flavorful! I thoroughly enjoyed their coffee as well as their sandwiches!! The cashier was super nice and helped me with my indecisiveness. Overall amazing vibe and would definitely come again. read more

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This is a "pretty good advice " indeed from wherever you receive it . :-) Had an amazing lunch today - completely vegetarian / vegan . Amazing burgers and French fries . Liked the hot sauce as well . Friendly staff and a beautiful outdoor dining area that creates a wonderful ambience . Reasonable prices ! read more

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Update 6 months later: Gave them another try last week. Intentionally went on a weekday after the morning rush and this is what I received. Half a year later and it's still a struggle to get a veggie sandwich with a decent portion of said veggies. I don't want to have to let this place go, but I just might. Sad :(​ Another update because I apparently love toxic relationships..... it still hasn't improved. There is virtually no consistency, and the majority of the time the veggie portions are still lacking read more

I went to downtown Santa Cruz with some friends looking for delicious brunch. The line for Mad Yolks was really long so we stumbled on Pretty Good Advice. First thing's first, FYI this is a vegan/vegetarian restaurant. I decided to try the grilled cheese sandwich and french fries with the Iced Coconut Caramel Coffee. I was not disappointed. The grilled cheese came out great with cheese gushing out of the sandwich. The french fries with rosemary aioli sauce came out full of flavor but was a little soggy despite it being made fresh. The Iced Coconut Caramel Coffee was the highlight for me if you love sweet and creamy coffee and it was perfect during this recent heatwave. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Grilled Cheese, fries, iced coconut caramel coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

This is probably one of my favorite businesses in the Santa Cruz area. The food is great for people who are vegetarian or are gluten-free. You leave feeling satisfied and satiated! My go-to order is always the good morning sandwich. It is balanced so well with the egg, sauce and hash brown. My partner usually goes for the spicy boy with gluten-free bread. He enjoys it and describes the spice as mild with a little kick. Definitely a hidden gem spot! Take my advice (haha) and give this place a try read more

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I was running a little late for having breakfast after a meeting in Capitola and was craving eggs and toast. I read the reviews of this place and their "good morning" breakfast sandwich sounded perfect! They have a small parking lot but I was able to get a spot. The inside of their place is closed at this time, so you must order from a walk up window and eat outside. It was almost Noon so it was not a long line yet. The guy at the window was nice but you could tell he was used to the locals knowing what they wanted when ordering. I decided on their fresh lemonade to acvompany the sandwich. After placing your order, you round the corner to a pickup window for your food. It took about 10 minutes for my food since others were ahead of me sitting at patio tables in a small courtyard surrounded by ivy. Another courtyard was around the front too. More space to sit was definitely a plus! I was pleasantly pleased once I opened the sandwich wrapper. The ciabatta bread was fresh with a "yolk oozing egg" and a slight aioli sauce taste on the roll with a hashbrown too! One bite and it was delicious! My lemonade was fresh yet not too sugary. I'd like to return to try more lunch options here. Hope they open the inside soon. Getting cold out. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Good Morning breakfast sandwich with their fresh lemonade - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

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Terrible soggy french fries overly salted today. Ugh ! Bahn Mi sandwich lacked flavor. Not as good as my last visit. Drove over 50 miles for a lackluster lunch. read more

The nicest servers and great food :) The group that I went to grab breakfast with was a bit big and they noticed we waited awhile so they offered a free cup of Chocolate Cinnamon soft serve I got the Iced Coconut Caramel Coffee and the Kid's Good Morning because I wanted a light breakfast. The coffee wasn't too sweet and the coconut flavor was there but not too overpowering. I love their nugget ice! Sandwich so cute and yummy The ingredients are so fresh and the flavors of both the sandwich and coffee are so yum!!! read more

Pretty Good Advice - Iced Coconut Caramel Coffee - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

It was pretty ok! I would definitely try some more menu options and would be happy to bump the stars up if I find something I really like but for now my one experience was just ok! I got Mike's morning deluxe sandwich. I liked the crispy hashbrown but otherwise wasn't blown away. The cashier let me try a little taster of their coconut caramel latter and while it was super tasty, it was way too sweet for me. So I opted for their hot coffee. Unfortunately it was one of the worst cups of coffee I've ever had due to it tasting almost nothing like coffee and it had grinds of grinds/sediment floating in the cup. Super nice customer service though and beautiful patio. read more

My friend who studied at UCSC recommended this spot, and it did not disappoint at all. If you're into stacked breakfast sandwiches and other salty, tasty items you will love it here. The breakfast sandwich (can't remember which I got but it had a ton on it) was filling and the perfect start to the day. Would definitely come back next time I'm in the area. read more

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While searching for a vegan breakfast spot, we stumbled upon this gem. With modest expectations, we were pleasantly surprised. Their sandwiches exceeded all expectations and perfectly fulfilled our cravings. We had the "Madi's Moody Morning" and our favorite, "Tom's Bright Eye Surprise." Though I highly recommend it, it's more suited for grab-and-go dining, but I'll definitely be going back for more! read more

Pretty Good Advice - Madi's moody morning and Tom's bright eye surprise( Vegan!) - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

Food is tasty but the positive stops there. Don't come here hungry unless there's no wait, cause it's gonna be a while. Slow to take orders, slow service. Nice for them it's so busy on weekends but I really wish they would just open up the inside and hire more people. Salads are bit underwhelming for the price, the burgers and breakfast stuff are great and fairly priced. I rarely go anymore cause I find myself being reminded every time that it's just not worth it if there's a wait. Next time my wife mentions it again I'll pass. read more

The food is always delicious! The service is friendly and relatively speaking on how busy they are, it's quite fast. The ambiance is so so but lots of indoor and outdoor space to sit. read more

So tasty! Will come back anytime I'm in the area. You have to try their different drinks. Pups allowed on the patio! So many chill dogs made it relaxed and fun. read more

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We had brunch here. Food was excellent. Service was good. People were nice. Ambiance was great. Will definitely come back.

Surprised and very Good. This is a Vegetarian restaurant. Menu is really diverse, lots of good combinations. Oder at the window, pickup at a different window, two patios to sit at. The final melt down was great, the mushrooms were nicely cooked and seasoned. Hash brown patty and an egg. Mmm good! The California Ranch burger was also very good. But the over the top hand cut fries were the bomb. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Final Count Down - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

Some PGA: Make sure you visit PGA for tasty veggie and vegan friendly fare served up by an equally (everybody) friendly crew. We were visiting Soquel/SC for a few days and had dinner at PGA...and a repeat performance for breakfast before leaving town. The PGA cheeseburger was next level, and was, hands down, the best black bean burger I'd ever had. (I've never been a fan of black bean burgers, but the PGA version doesn't even taste like it has beans.) The wife got the Hot Cheesy with mushrooms and inhaled it almost as quickly as I made my PGA cheeseburger perform a Kaiser Soze impression. For breakfast, we both had The Good Morning sandwiches, which were a decadent way to kick off the day. The brioche alone was soft and spongy, and the mix of hash brown and aioli tied it all together. We arrived just before PGA opened and Beau hooked us up with coffee while we waited...and at no charge. Thanks again to the Yelp fam for making us aware of this spot. Wish we lived closer but it's just another reason to make the trip north. read more

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Take my pretty good advice and get a yourself a 'good morning' here - it's pretty freaking delicious! Hash brown, eggs and aioli on a ciabatta bun?! Yum!! I'm not normally a fan of ciabatta buns cause they're kinda hard but here, it's fresh and perfectly balanced - slight crunch on outside and soft on inside. Loved this item. We also got the burgers, lemonade and soft serve, which were fine but less exceptional. Service was friendly and there is plenty of outside seating. Indoor seating is closed as of Aug'22. read more

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Vegan friends, come here. First off, staff were super nice and energetic (tip your servers people!). The food was bomb. Loved that their burger patty wasn't just beyond meat (I eat it toooo muuuuch) the black bean patty (I'm assuming) was v good. Their French fries were equally delicious, not to mention the soft serve. Wowowow. Overall, 10/10, will be returning. read more

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What a nice little place this is! Friendly, happy staff, and excellent food. We all had variations of their burger, an order of fries a kale salad and soft-serve ice cream, both mint-chocolate and strawberry. The burgers were great, and my picky kids even liked them! The fries were really cool, too. The ice cream was delicious, too, and it was hard to tell it is vegan. It was obvious the ingredients were natural. This was our first time here, and we will definitely be back! We sat at the outdoor patio, since the dining room was closed. It was small, with a definite laid-back vibe. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

Came back here twice on our trip! And we are not vegans or vegetarians lol but it's that good. The persimmon lemonade was the best thing ever. The sandwiches are amazing, plus gluten free buns! I have celiac so this is always a great find. The garlic fries were literally the best fries I've ever had! read more

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Great vegetarian cafe. Cute decor, friendly service, locally sourced foods. My group of 4 got a burger/sandwich each and split an order of Cajun fries. The fries are AMAZING - must order. We ordered the Mike's Good Morning deluxe (their most popular sandwich), the mushroom Philly, California Ranch burger (house made quinoa black bean patty) and kids grilled cheese. Everyone enjoyed their sandwiches very much and of course we all absolutely loved the fries :). All the sandwiches are smallish, and are best paired with a side. Would definitely stop here again when in the area. read more

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The Good: The young lady that assisted us was very patient and suggestive. We wanted to get as much of an experience from this place as possible and I noticed they had soft serve in both chocolate and horchata flavors. I couldn't decide which to try and the hostess offered a sample of each and I will say that both flavors were top tier and easily one of the best vegan ice creams I've had. There's an option to do half and half and she suggested to eat it with the fries. I also ordered the Hot Cheeze and my partner had the vegan along with a side of ranch. The fries with the soft serve are definitely a must! Especially with the horchata as it gives it almost a churro flavor. That combination along with the service gets 5 stars! The Bad: The location may seem a bit hidden but nothing too difficult to find just be sure to keep an eye out. Overall the place was very cute and well kept and the patio made for a nice eating area as well as the waiting area since there were benches and small tables. The Ugly: Not necessarily bad but also not memorable were the burgers. We added mushrooms to vegan burger and it definitely gave it flavor. I had originally ordered the hot cheezy vegan but I feel the hostess didn't quite catch me asking for that which is okay, although the cheese melted I was able to remove it. The hot cheezy was a grade below the vegan as far as flavor. Overall the burgers weren't anything to ride home about but also not the worse so they get 6 for the vegan and a 5 for the cheezy out of 10. read more

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I love this place and their sandwiches. My friends and I particularly love that they offer gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options. I sadly ordered a California burger on a gluten free bun and got glutened :( I didn't realize the bun wasn't gluten free until halfway through and then had a super upset stomach and symptoms. I want to keep coming here and recommending to my friends so please educate kitchen staff on the importance of honoring gluten free requests. Thank you! read more

Cute little Vegetarian/Vegan breakfast/brunch spot in Soquel! Was visiting the area with my family and was looking for a vegan-ish place to check out on our trip there! The sandwiches are yummy! Service is nice and happy to explain the menu. It's order then sit and wait for your name to be called kinda place which is a little odd since the seating is on the other side of the building? Just leave someone there to wait no biggie. Anyway great place love the vibe. read more

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I really loved Pretty Good Advice. Sure, it's a breakfast/brunch/sandwich place...but it's so very original! It's rare when you come to a place and the menu descriptions are just interesting. So good to have something unique! I knew immediately that I wanted to visit. I'm happy to say that I was disappointed in the food in the least. Not just unique ideas, but yummy food to back it up. I got the Tom's Bright Eye Surprise, the turnip fries, and the iced coconut caramel coffee. The sandwich was delicious, the turnip fries were intriguing, and the coffee was refreshing, definitely not too sweet. The parking lot can be a bit crowded, but there's lots of outdoor seating and the service was quick even with a bit of a line! I'd love to come back! read more

Pretty Good Advice - Turnip fries - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

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Summary: We are meat lovers but we are happy to have PGA every weekend！ Service: Greeted by a couple of Adorable kids on the weekend. (Family biz) Food: simple menu and we tried almost everything. The good morning Tom's bright eye Final meltdown Jalapeño bbq burger- I took a couple bite of this. soft patty and good. But the breakfast sandwiches were so much better. The breakfast sandwich bun is perfect and 'pillowy'. All of us love our sandwich. Radish fries was unique and delightful. Not crispy fries as one might expected but we like it. Value: Super reasonable. read more

Pretty Good Advice - Adorable place w refreshing simple menu. I can't wait to try our food. - Sandwiches Near Me - Soquel, California

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Great spot to grab a quick bite! All of the sandwiches we tried were delicious and satisfying. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and make it on the spot too. Everyone who worked there was sweet and welcoming, no matter how small or short our interaction was. There's no indoor seating, but there's a few tables around the counter where you order that you can sit at. The parking lot isn't the biggest either, but there's still a good amount of street parking nearby. I'd come back to try more menu items and their featured drinks! read more

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