Restaurants in Aptos

“My husband and I decided to check out the restaurant for lunch and it exceeded our expectations. We order the empanadas as a starter and they were absolutely delicious. The tocos we ordered were so yummy. They had such flavor, texture had depth. The wait staff were wonderful; professional, responsive, and always attending to our needs. We can't wait to return.”

“Churchills is amazing.”

“I had lunch with a friend today and I wanted to try Soul Salad I was not disappointed. Fresh, flavorful and the customer service was top notch The owner offered to make me something special: he grilled me sesame crusted tofu and put it on the Wasabi salad. That was so cool and I appreciated it too. btw it was delicious I ate every bite I was also able to customize a salad for my husband. Thank you Team Soul Salad for an amazing lunch 🥰🙏🏻🥗”

“I had an amazing birthday here. The staff are so friendly and right there when you need them. The food….omg the food. I had lamb shank with mashed potatoes and sautéd veggies. Everything was cooked to perfection! I live 4 hours away. I can’t wait to come back.”

“Every time I go, spot in with the food. This is what I look for in a restaurant. Think out of the box menu with consistency every time I go with every item I order. I keep working down the menu to try everything. They obviously make their own sauce, the ranch, super bomb diggity. Fries, onion rings, salad all fresh and crisp. Mac and Gouda cheese bites, Yes! Chop cheese, you gotta have one of these! Mushroom cap “burger “ something you will crave, Parish pie, goodness wrapped up in one dish. Salmon fish & chips, fantastic. And I forgot to mention beer, beer, beer, they also have beer and mixed drinks. There is always specials on the screens. Last time I noticed something about tenderloin and bacon …… can’t wait to go back and find out!”

“Fourth time here and still left impressed. Pizza, gnocchi, ragu, and sole dishes were fantastic. Didn leave room for desert but tried the strawberry and cream and lemon curd, anyway. Glad we did. Drinks were great too. Nice enough for a date night. Casual enough to be a great neighborhood hang. 10/10.”

“Honestly, this is one of the best BBQ places in the Bay Area. Their meats definitely have that WOW factor! I love how welcoming the staff is here. It feels like they genuinely want you to feel comfortable and enjoy some great BBQ. We’ve ordered takeout and dined in many times, and I’ve always appreciated the consistency of the food. The quality of the meat is top-notch, with a perfect smoky flavor and tenderness. Their brisket is the best — a great balance of lean and fatty cuts, crispy edges, and juicy, flavorful meat that falls apart beautifully. The tri-tip is also moist and cooked to perfection, though you can definitely notice the difference in tenderness between the two cuts of beef. The ribs are meaty, perfectly cooked, and have a wonderful smoky flavor. They shouldn't fall off the bone on their own, but they come off easily — exactly how ribs should be. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. The pulled BBQ pork melts in your mouth, incredibly moist and perfectly smoked. One thing to note: items tend to run out early, so it’s a good idea to call or order ahead!”

“A place where you could bring any of age family member and not be concerned of the atmosphere. Great spot to wait and have a drink before going into Manuel’s or Casa Rosa”

“This is MY go-to pizzeria. I like Pizza My Heart & I like Mountain Mike's & I like the other chains, but this one is good all the time, & it's right here in Aptos & it's super good. I like it very much. It's MY favorite.”

“I visited Green Papaya in Aptos and had a generally great experience with some standout dishes. The atmosphere is pleasant, and the service was attentive throughout our meal.

We started with the fried potstickers and chicken satay. The potstickers were perfectly crispy on the outside with a savory filling, served with a nice dipping sauce and shredded carrots. The chicken satay had a beautiful char from the grill and was well-seasoned, though it could have been just a touch juicier.

For the mains, the pumpkin curry with shrimp was a highlight. The curry base was rich and creamy with a perfect balance of sweet and savory, and the pumpkin chunks were tender. We also tried the crispy duck curry, which featured a generous portion of sliced duck with a wonderfully crunchy skin that held up well against the flavorful red curry sauce.

Overall, it is a solid 4-star spot for Thai food in the area. The flavors are authentic, the portions are generous, and the presentation is lovely. I would definitely return to try more of their curry options.”

“Pizza My Heart in Aptos is a great spot with consistently fresh ingredients and delicious pizza. The staff is kind, hardworking, and welcoming, and the manager runs the restaurant with professionalism and care. The space is always incredibly clean and has a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes you want to come back. They also provide educational opportunities (field trips) for our students. I love how they are involved in our community!”

“Coffee and food are top tier, no doubt about it. But everyone knows it so it's quite loud and crowded there. But that's no knock on the crew or the food.”

“They make a great latte, and I can always find a few familiar faces on the patio”

“Wonderful lunch for about 28 people. the food was delicious and healthy. the service was impressive”

“Been enjoying Manuels since 1966. Love the red snapper, the salad, flautas with guacamole...great food always! Hopefully coming to dinner tonight! ♥️”

“They make the best ice cream in town, with over 100 flavors to choose from”

“Favorite roaster around! Haven't had a bag of beans I don't like. Currently on a kick of pulling shots and making lattes with After Party. Super thick crema and great tasting notes. Don't see myself changing up from Cat & Cloud anytime soon!”

“This is the greatest cafe in Santa Cruz and I’ll fight you. It’s beautiful, friendly and clean with mostly well-priced food options, though one time I got a microscopic avocado toast for $9.

Very high quality coffee sourced from a few different producers.”

“Have been coming here for 20+ years (yes, I know, it was Surf City before). Today’s experience was probably the best ever. The staff is super friendly. The quality of the food is great. Love the choice of cheese for the dawners. And the eggs were perfect. Unfortunately we aren’t locals or we would be back more often. But, we do come back to the area, it’s on our “must go” list.”

“It’s one of those places where you can’t go inside you have to order at the window.if it’s cold outside that is the down side you can’t enjoy your ice cream there. I ordered a turtle Sunday and my only complaint is it would of been nice to actually get a brownie in my Sunday since that’s what turtle Sunday’s are known for and it’s was pricey still with out one so yeah.The location is good though.”

“The best coffee in aptos homemade muffins and pastries , cozy warm atmosphere”

“I am a die hard Starbucks fan, and this was my first time having Peets coffee, they are amazing and way better than Starbucks! :)”

“Best breakfast and ambience 🥰”

“Excellent ice cream with vegan options. Gluten free waffle cone too”

“Love the Atmosphere, food was delicious.”

“Outstanding food and service. Naomi is the best. All of the staff are great including the owner when they presented me with a special pancake to celebrate my birthday. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience. Rose from Castro Valley.”

“We just love Four Streams Kitchen, so much so that we pre-ordered take-out for 16 people for a birthday party in our home. The food arrived hot, on time and delicious. It was a major hit. In the restaurant, the staff is friendly and funny (Paul); the ambiance is fine, and the food is very good. Go there!”

“This past weekend, we decided to visit Lester Estate Wines. The property is beautiful, with spaces for events and parties. Following the signs to the tasting room, you enter and see a long room decorated with all kinds of different woodsy/nature themed items. The staff greeted us and led us to a nice outdoor seating area. I tried the new Pinot Noir reds and she tried a mix of sparkling and still whites. Overall, it was a pleasant time and there is plenty to see! Another good wine tasting experience in the mountains north of Aptos!”

“First time there … loved the vibe will be back”

“A hidden gem off the main road, and worth seeking out! Great espresso beverages, and a breakfast sandwich that ranks as one of the best I've ever had. Friendly staff, outdoor seating, and some unique Italian food items. If you're cycling down the coast, or visiting Seacliff beach, mark this as a refueling stop.”

“I am a die hard Starbucks fan, and this was my first time having Peets coffee, they are amazing and way better than Starbucks! :)”

“Addiction at its finest. I tried Jacks Bao as a native San Francisco girl because I miss dumplings and the like. Currently South County does not have a lot of options for amazing Street style Food. I am in love. I used to have an aversion to all things hot. Then i tried the Red Chili Oil WonTon. Oh my god. I get this with one of the soups. I have had the braised beef and the spicy pork. Both are out of this world. I'd eat this every single day if I could. I order it through DoorDash with my Dash Pass and it works out fairly economical for lunch. They have a 22 lunch special that has fried wonton and spicy pork soup and a soda. It works out great for me. My only wish is that they would put a few more dimsum dishes on the menu. Really amazing. So Excited that they are in Aptos. They are closed today and I am anxiously awaiting tomorrow.”

“After dropping off the 7 Winklesticks and two boxes of Bluehanker Gobblygoons to Uutaacuss Coombaba the Sea Urchin diver from Uganda I was whipped. I think he's going to use those things to scrape the barnacles off his trawler, and I told him that's not what they're designed for, but he just mumbled and made some popping noises like the Bantu tribesmen do. He paid me and I couldn't get out any faster. I made a beeline straight for Eric's DeliCafe they're the best on the coast.5 stars all day long. ☆☆☆☆☆”

“We’ve always loved Akira, but recently their chefs have been taking their sushi game to a whole new level. Very delicious with big portions of food & we have yet to have a roll that we didn’t like. Highly recommend!”

“Really happy with our meal from Ambrosia. The lamb curry was delicious, and the naan was perfect. We also got an order of the paneer tikka masala which was lovely.

No complaints, will surely be back!”

“The clam chowder is worth the trip.”

“This is a place the deserves a visit just for the Thai decor, art , fine handicraft collection it holds ! A lush welcoming garden with multiple water features/ ponds is at the front .

They make vegetarian version of most dishes on their big menu. We had the fresh veg spring rolls that came with sweet plum sauce and peanut sauce . And then a hot pot of spicy Tom Kha soup - coconut milk with tofu & veggies.

They were both great .”

“This was a great find! I loved the courtyard in the back. I had the veggie burrito without dairy (vegan). The fajita style veggies, black beans, ride and guacamole wrapped up in a grilled spinach tortilla was super fresh and tasty. I’ll be back!”

“We ordered a takeout pizza 20 minutes before closing as we were driving into Aptos. The staff was very accommodating and said they would be there when we were to arrive in 25 minutes. They had the pizza ready and it was very good. Great job Pizza 1 Aptos!”

“Love the fresh, healthy ingredients and the warm smiles on the faces of staff! The Clean Juice app is a great way to order ahead.”

“First time golfing, the staff was great! The course was great!”

“I ordered shrimp tacos without the pico de gallo. Best shrimp tacos ever topped with salsa molcajete and I believe the other orange reddish was chipotle. Shrimp tasted good grilled up. Thank you:)”

“Food is delicious. Service was top notch. Staff is extremely friendly.”

“The service was great. The food is good and portions are large. Moderate pricing, but dog friendly!”

“Strawberry walnut salad was great and the feta fries OMG so good”

“Service was wonderful, food was excellent. Special deal if it’s your birthday! Don’t worry, they don’t sing to you😂”

“Pizza is very good. Friendly people work their. Staff is very good and help you rite away. Price is good and lot of space. Love to visit again”

“First time going there and it was nice. Really sweet lady at the counter. Doughnuts were good and really liked the apple fritter. She even gave me an extra doughnut. ??”

“It's an old fashioned burger joint right by the beach. For some it is a traditional stop when leaving the nearby beach.”

“I’ve been eating at Gordos for 22 plus years now. Favorite taqueria of all time. Always recommend it to friends, only leaving this review because the burrito I had last night was literally the most perfect burrito they’ve ever made for me. It blew my mind. I’ve literally ordered the same thing for 22 years almost weekly 😂 love this place. Thank you Gordos!”

“Friendly staff & great location.”

“Wonderful food $. Affordable Fresh Fish. Wishing success in Aptos, try Poki Bowl Aptos!”

“We go once or twice a month, very happy with their pizza and salads. The music is good, but my complaint is the video machines play music all the time and it creates dissidence with their own music. I'd up my Atmosphere rating if they could turn off (or down) the video machines.”

“The ITS breakfast burrito at this place was bigger heavier, and I dare say the best breakfast burrito I’ve ever had. It was loaded with potatoes, avocados, eggs, cheese, and several types of meat. Something else that stood out was the hot salsa, which was extremely hot, but also had a wonderful flavor. This is my favorite breakfast place moving forward in the area.”

“Delicious food and excellent service!”

“I might recommend this place for its pies & pastries, but not their coffee offerings. I guess they don’t get many requests for mochas because what I got was mostly milk with a splash of coffee & zero chocolate. Getting it iced costs another 50¢, which I’ve never seen before. They really don’t promote their coffee beverages, so…. Hopefully your experience will be better.”

“I wrote a detailed review on 831 Best and Worst Facebook page and this was definitely the BEST category ! Cannot go wrong IMO !”

“Always good place to eat. Staff is super nice”

“Been coming here for decades for very good Chinese food! NOTE: the phone and address shown on this FB page is correct, but the "pandainn" website shown here is NOT for this restaurant in Aptos, but for a Southern California chain of 5 restaurants.”

“Great manager now and great checkers ....Wendy”

“Good food very friendly staff.”