Best places: Restaurants in Santa Cruz, United States

Quick-order kitchen cooks up omelets & burgers to order in a relaxed atmosphere.

Laid-back counter-serve spot featuring a menu of tacos, burritos & other Mexican staples.

Diner-style American cuisine served in a casual family-friendly atmosphere.

Eclectic & seasonal flavors of organic, made-from-scratch ice cream served in a spare, rustic space.

The breakfast menu & juice bar star at this colorful Brazilian cottage with outdoor patio seating.

👍👍 They messed up my order and it was still the best chicken sandwich I've ever had! I know I've said that before but this time I really mean it. My egg was overcooked, no runny yolk 😓and yet this chicken sandwich, on a house made brioche bun with a well dressed arugula was amazing. I hesitate to put...

The nautical theme & relaxing outdoor patio continue the laid-back vibe at this American diner.

Lamb, seafood & veggie dishes get a contemporary twist at this elegant Mediterranean & Afghan spot.

Established Italian deli featuring gourmet sandwiches, pastas & salads, plus outdoor seating.

👍👍 Healthy tasting bagels, loved the inclusion of sprouts. Soup was also interesting, the Thai soup tasted like a watery mild curry that's still flavorful. It had a good amount of vegetables - cabbage, carrots, water chestnuts - so great addition to a meal to hit that daily veggie intake amount!

Taqueria for classic street eats & homestyle plates with beer & wine in simple surroundings.

Surf-themed California chain for pizzas with local ingredients in a low-key counter-serve setting.

Place to sample the brewery's main beers & seasonal releases, with nautical accents & a patio.

A laid-back spot for domestic & international craft beers, with Spanish & Mexican-tinged bar fare.

Low-key cafe offers light American fare for breakfast & lunch including scrambles & sandwiches.

Cozy venue offers traditional Sicilian recipes along with regional wines in a warm dining room.

Fast-food chain serving standard American eats such as burgers, fries & milkshakes.

Contemporary-casual spot serving pizza & Italian eats such as pasta, calzones & chicken cacciatore.

Upscale New American fare featuring lavish desserts & cocktails plus an outdoor patio.