Marissa’s guidebook
Food scene
This is a classic spot in Santa Cruz. You need to reserve early but you can easily walk in and sit outside or go to the bar for a drink. It's a walk or very short drive. Or you can have the restaurant pick you up or drop you off - for free - in one of their old cars. You'll love the charm and the cable car down to the restaurant.
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Shadowbrook Restaurant
1750 Wharf RdThis is a classic spot in Santa Cruz. You need to reserve early but you can easily walk in and sit outside or go to the bar for a drink. It's a walk or very short drive. Or you can have the restaurant pick you up or drop you off - for free - in one of their old cars. You'll love the charm and the cable car down to the restaurant.
Süda
3910 Portola DrGreat food, good cocktails and a walk or short drive
Relaxed Greek spot with great salads and wraps.
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Zameen At The Point
851 41st AveRelaxed Greek spot with great salads and wraps.
Great addition to Capitola. I nicer restaurant with good food.
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Trestles Restaurant
316 Capitola AvenueGreat addition to Capitola. I nicer restaurant with good food.
Margaritaville
231 EsplanadeClassic beach spot with live music on most nights
HOME
3101 N Main StThis requires driving but it's an awesome spot
Mentone
174 Aptos Vlg WyGreat pizza!
Coffee
Verve Coffee Roasters
816 41st AvePopular coffee spot with some light food
My favorite coffee spot. Relaxed vibe, good outdoor seating space and some light bites
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Cat & Cloud Coffee
3600 Portola DrMy favorite coffee spot. Relaxed vibe, good outdoor seating space and some light bites
La Marea Cafe & Pizzeria
Great coffee and the best bagels
Breakfast
Cute / small breakfast spot with the classic breakfast dishes
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Avenue Cafe
427 Capitola AveCute / small breakfast spot with the classic breakfast dishes
Great breakfast, coffee and yummy baked goods.
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Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria
504 Bay AveGreat breakfast, coffee and yummy baked goods.
Süda
3910 Portola Dr