It is so good Seriously…read moreFresh and yummy One of of our family favorites Get the curry Or the pad Thai

The noodles here are so flavorful and pack such a punch, we found ourselves ordering from here two…read morenights in a rows The texture of the thick rice noodles (pad see ewe, drunken noodle) are perfect- tender with a slight bit of chewiness. The sauce that's in the pad see ewe in particular is so addictive. The right amount of savory, slightly sweet and lots of umami. Even the kids, the hardest to please, loved the food here. Clean, pleasant interior and friendly service. The only minor critique is that the beef in the noodles was too chewy, definitely could use some tenderization. Will definitely be back!

To quote The Rock "If you're going to have a cheat day, make it EPIC you've earned it"…read more A staple to the community of Watsonville, I absolutely love what they are doing here. The owners are so nice. Watsonville has no shortage of great food, but the slice project remains ONE of my favorite places to grab a slice of pizza in the area. The slices are generous, before I became a health conscience junkie I would eat about 4 slices by myself (those days are far behind me) but every once in awhile I will have a slice of pizza in moderation. Their crust is thin, blistered from the wood-fired oven, just the right balance of chew and crispiness. The toppings are creative without trying too hard, and every ingredient taste high quality. What I love most is that they don't overload the pizza. Their crust combinations are thoughtful, letting each ingredient shine instead of burying everything under a mountain of random stuff. I always ask for gluten free crust, you have to call in advance so they can prepare it, my favorite is the Lil' Pep. The atmosphere is casual, energetic and perfectly located. Whether you are a local or visiting from out of town, this is ONE of the spots that consistently lives up to its reputation. I don't come here as much as I used to, but everyone once in a while is good enough for me. - thank you for the hospitality and keep up the good work

The reason this place is so fantastic is because it's a tiny 4 minute walk from the Watsonville…read moreairport and the pizza is really good! The staff are always so friendly here and the food itself is worth every cent! Parking never seems to be an issue since it's on a pretty long street and I've never had to wait longer than like 5 minutes for a fresh slice. Definitely flying back here for the pizza!

This is actually my favorite sushi restaurant. I live in Felton, which is about 45 minutes away and…read moreI would definitely drive. It isn't so good. The food is always good. The service is always good. Sometimes the week can be a little long but that's OK. I'm willing to wait for good food.

Great vegetarian options! The ramen broth was delicious. I ordered it medium and it did not seem…read morespicy at all so you may want to order it hot. I also ordered the gia roll which was very good. I am not in the area often but if I ever am again I will definitely go back

I came in with a bad alternator and the guy was extremely kind and courteous and fixed it for me…read moreright away. Very professional and prompt and extremely fair pricing

They are fast & reliable I had an issue with my check engine light on my 2000 Isuzu rodeo & he…read morescanned it & replacement of a small cracked hose for no free of charge just to help me as a struggling mom & cause cal works helped pay for the radiator so thank you all very much

Food - 3, service - 3, ambiance - noisy casual…read more We've been here several times in both small and larger groups, weekdays and weekends. We like to support local family run businesses and the food has been good in the past. The wait staff are consistently friendly and mostly competent. We've been pleased that when asked about gluten-free options each time, the waiters know about 90% of the menu off the top of their heads and aren't afraid to say they need to ask the kitchen when there's an item they're not sure about, rather than guess the answer, as has happened at other restaurants. Saturday we had a group of 8 that were seated at 4:45, so not exactly rush hour. We finally had to ask for water after 15 min. It was close to an hour from when we placed our orders before the food began arriving. I had informed the waiter of an onion allergy and requested no onions anywhere on the plate, as well as subbing extra veggies for the pasta. My food arrived with onions throughout the veggies. While I appreciate that they quickly took the plate back to fix it, the new plate had only a single serving of veggies which were so undercooked that even with the steak knife if was difficult to cut, and not great to chew either. I quickly gave up and saved it to finish cooking at home. Another guest ordered the tuna fresh catch rare, and it arrived between medium and medium rare, which was quite disappointing. But at least his veggies were closer to al dente. Another small irritation was that they brought out bread and olive oil, but there were only 5 pieces for our group of 8 so we asked for another one for our end of the table, and they charged us. While we recognized many staff as longtime employees, both the food and the service didn't live up to previous visits, which is even more disappointing because we brought new people to experience their food. Given this experience, it'll probably be awhile before we go back.

been here several time with my family and recently with my boyfriend for valentines day. the…read moreatmosphere is warm and welcoming and i liked that it was quiet. the servers have always been very sweet however, they can be a little slow. nonetheless they provided us with everything we asked for and everything has been consistent every time i have been here over the last several years. however they are on top of it with refilling your water. the food itself never disappoints. it is so good and fresh and i have had several dishes on their menu and not one is a bad dish. you will be satisfied with anything you order.

After raving reviews we thought to try out this place. place itself is vibrant, live music and…read moredecor gives you a vibe. We were 2 adults 2 kids. they give complementary chips and salsa. mind you the salsa bowl was so small we had to ask for 3-4 refills during our dinner, which was kind of let down since you had to wait until someone either checks on you or you somehow manage to get their attention Food was good nothing extraordinary based on what we order. veggie tacos and from kids menu bean and cheese burrito and Enchiladas (somehow order got mixed up and we got cheese qusedilla instead) Drinks were good.

We were in Watsonville for a tournament and were looking for a place to have dinner. We had heard…read moregreat things about Jalisco and were excited to give it a try. The restaurant is located in a beautiful traditional building with a lot of character. I really enjoyed the ambiance and decor, which created a warm and inviting atmosphere. Even though the restaurant was busy, they were able to seat us right away. The menu was extensive, offering a wide variety of options. We started with the complimentary chips and salsa, which were both good. The salsa had a nice flavor, and the chips were fresh. We also ordered the nachos as an appetizer. For our entrees, I ordered Combo Plate #6, which included a chile verde burrito, a cheese enchilada, and a carne asada taco. We also ordered a carne asada taco plate with a cheese enchilada and a chimichanga. When the food arrived, the presentation was impressive, and the portions were very generous. Unfortunately, this is where our experience started to decline. The rice and beans were good, but the chile verde burrito was quite dry. The pork lacked tenderness and was overcooked. The cheese enchilada was decent, though not particularly memorable. The carne asada taco was also disappointing. While the tortilla was excellent and the meat was well-seasoned, the steak itself was very fatty and undercooked. In fact, no one at our table was able to finish their steak tacos because of the quality of the meat. The chimichanga was another letdown. It arrived covered in sauce like a wet burrito, which eliminated the crispy texture you would expect from a chimichanga. As a result, it became soggy and still somehow tasted dry inside. The highlight of the meal was definitely the nachos--simple, flavorful, and enjoyable. The service was also very good. Our server was attentive, regularly refilling our drinks and bringing additional chips without us having to ask. Overall, we really wanted to love this place because the atmosphere and service were excellent. Unfortunately, the food fell short of our expectations. I probably wouldn't return for dinner, but I would consider stopping by for happy hour, some nachos or appetizers, and to enjoy the ambiance.

Random stop by, looking for lunch again. Thankfully they were pretty good. I would run a 4.25 for…read morethe food if I could, veggie burrito was solid, tortilla solid, insides solid, lol. To be fair I have too high expectation for Mex rice cause my wife makes the best on planet Earth lol. Overall food was great, service was also great, kind, welcoming, professional. Resturant was cute and small. Overall this spot is legit and I would recommend. Will try breakfast burrito next time I come in.

I ordered a 1/3 lb burger cooked medium, what I got instead was a hockey puck with the endges burnt…read moreup. I'm hoping this was a re heat from earlier today but it taste like It spent the night in the fridge prior to re heat. Disappointing considering this burger is normally amazing. Ask for fresh patty. Not a microwaved one

Servicio rápido comidas hechas frescas. Comimos tostadas de camarón mixtas, cóctel campechano y…read morecamarones costeños. Muy rico con platos grandes. El lugar es amplio y limpio. Fast service fresh food! We had shrimp tostadas, a shrimp cocktail and jalapeño popper style shrimp. The fresh salsas are great. Delicious large portions and very clean space!

What a gem in downtown Watsonville!…read more Surrounded by a sleepy and mildly depressed downtown, Encanto is a breath of fresh air. The owner has renovated the over century-old historic hotel interior to make it a charming and modern space, while retaining the beautiful details from the hotel's hay day. The owner continues to renovate, but where it is now is a stunning preservation! While I could go on about the ambiance, I could go on as long about the food and service! The owner, Victor, is incredibly friendly, easy-going, and leads a great kitchen and team. Everyone seems genuinely happy to be there, and it shows in their customer service and flavors. The incredible and warm friendliness adds to the visit. Then, the reason for going out to eat: FOOD! They specialize in modern and elevated takes on taqueria and American diner dishes, and it is all perfect! Whether you want grilled shrimp, fajitas, or a spot-on fried chicken sandwich, it is all delicious. My little baby taste buds that have been coddled by the lack of spice in most Santa Cruz County restaurants were getting a little firey with the flavors, but they were very nice in bringing a side of sour cream to accommodate. The spice was so tasty, I would have kept going without the sour cream. The complimentary chips and tomatillo-avocado salsa are delicious, the made-in-house tortillas are the perfect texture, the grilled shrimp are caramelized and crisped to just the right amount, and all the flavors and mouthfeel of any dish are spot-on. And on top of it all, the drink selection is amazing! Local craft Mexican-style beers and Mexican imported beers are on tap, a tempting strawberry margarita, and a wide selection of bottled beers all round out an exceptional experience.

We had a very good dinner at California Grill while visiting Watsonville. The restaurant has a…read morecomfortable, old-school local feel with a large bar and dining room. It isn't trying to be overly trendy or fancy, and the emphasis on local ingredients and the Pajaro Valley gives it some character. My partner had the Mediterranean pasta with grilled chicken, and our son had the steak dinner with fries and vegetables. I ordered the evening special, which was cheese tortellini with prawns in a creamy sauce. Everything was very good, and the portions were generous. They also brought bread to the table before dinner and kept us supplied during the meal. We had a bottle of Alfaro Pinot Noir with dinner. It was a good local wine and paired nicely with the meal. We also appreciated seeing local wines represented on the menu. We finished by sharing the crème brûlée. It was quite tasty and considerably larger than we expected... definitely enough to share. The service was a real highlight. Our waiter was friendly, attentive and prompt throughout the meal. Since we were visiting the area, he also took some time to share a few local tips, including where to find some particularly good sausages and meats. It was a nice personal touch and added to the experience. Overall, California Grill was a very good find in Watsonville: good food, generous portions, excellent service and a nice connection to the local agricultural community. A solid four-star experience, and somewhere we'd be happy to visit again.

This is the second time I was at this location. The food is…read morereally good and the portions are large, ok, very large Fresh salads, innovative preparation of food, I am very impressed with this location. It's a locals spot, I believe owned by farmers. I highly recommend!! Service was very good!! Ambiance was good, more local vibe which actually was inviting!!

The vibes here are great…read more Good beer and great company. I was intrigued by one of the haze's and I had asked to try it and I didn't realize how many they had on the menu and he let me try each one before committing to which beer I'd like. My favorite one was the Cine Haze but the Ono is also delicious! I also had the Mexican lager and it was tasty. I saw someone having a michelada and I didn't realize they made those either! I def will order one next time, but I grabbed a mix from the fridge to take home. We happened to come when they were hosting local vendors which was really cool, there was a bunch of them set up and a taco truck and arepa stand selling food. It was such a fun time, outdoors on a beautiful day. I 10/10 recommend.

Came here for a show featuring the band HardDrive, and the vibe was a lot of fun. Everyone was…read morereally into the music, which made for a great atmosphere. I especially liked that the venue is open to the outside since it gave the space a nice, open, and airy feel. Both the indoor and outdoor seating were comfortable, and while I don't think they serve food, there was a taco truck on-site during the show, which was a fantastic bonus. A great spot to catch live music and hang out!