25 Best Burger Restaurants near Aptos

“Churchills is amazing.“

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

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

“Tried Mr. Beast Burger while staying at the SeaCliff Inn in Aptos. The only con is it was not at all obvious you went in to the hotel's restaurant Sevy's to get your food since it was a ghost kitchen. BUT, the food was delicious and fresh! Once I figured out the order, the food was very worth it. I am definitely going back. I wish I could just order it as sit down at Sevy's!!“

“Had the Castroville Scramble (3 eggs, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, onions, with home fried potatoes and Rye toast) and it was VERY VERY good! The service was great and food delivered promptly. there's a small outdoor dining area tgat was very nice even though it's in a very commercial/industrial part of town. A very pleasant dining surprise for hungry travellers!“

“Delicious flame grilled burgers! Fantastic fries and it was a down home burger place atmosphere. Only knock I'll give them is that they don't have restrooms, I had to use a port-o-potty across the street and there was no hand sanitizer or way to wash my hands.“

“This place has awesome food, the curry ketchup is so delicious, the burgers are done right. There wasn't a single thing we ate that I didn't love. Donnie is also a cool guy and made the vibes good. I highly recommend though it's a bit hard to find but that's part of the fun!“

“Highly recommend Cowboys Corner Cafe. Great customer service. Friendly atmosphere! Comfort food served here!“

“My husband and I had a great breakfast I got a breakfast burrito and a frittata. Both were very good and big great food for a great price and the customer service was amazing.“

“Good food Friendly people“

“I had the bahn mi, boyfriend had the “chicken”sandwich and we split the fries. This was our first time at the Santa Cruz location and the customer service was good and the food was most definitely delicious. We sat outside with our doggo but be warned there’s only a bar style table with 6 chairs so not much room but we all made it work and honestly people who eat here tend to be pretty kind folks😄 Updated from previous review on 2026-08-05“

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

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

“My husband and I enjoyed Coconut prawns in a mango sauce, peppercorn ribeye steak with smashed potatoes and zucchini. We topped it off with a creme Brûlée! Everything was absolutely delicious! A favorite restaurant for our date nights!“

“Overall decent burger in Abbott Square Market. A lot of creative options, and plenty of seating. I'm not sure I'd call this the best burger I've had, or even the best in the area, but it hit the spot for what we were looking for at the time.

Pricey, but not a bad burger by any means. Overall solid!“

“Taste great. Friendly Staff. Enjoyed having Birthday dinner with our daughter who turned 20 yrs old. Yummy“

“This place may technically a fast food place, but it more has the atmosphere and menu of a 50's diner down to 50's and 60's music playing. They have a great kids' menu that has everything from burgers to corn dogs and even grilled cheese for only $8. They have a huge menu,too, including a veggie burger!“

“Top of the line Food thats forsure“

“Good breakfast place. Plenty of parking, in front and back lots. Good food, above average but not fantastic. Excellent coffee. Lots of servers, so service was good. Less expensive than comparable coffeeshops.\nBathrooms could use a deep cleaning and a brighter light.\nWe'll be back!“

“The Habit in Watsonville is one of the best fast food spots in the area. The manager, Sara, and cashier, Maria, provide excellent customer service and always treat customers with respect and care. The food is consistently hot, salads are fresh, and well-prepared. The staff stays focused and professional, making sure orders are handled quickly and correctly rather than being distracted in the back like at some other places. Overall, the team runs a tight, efficient operation that shows pride in their work.
I would definitely recommend this location if you’re looking for great food and reliable service.“

“Everything is Delicious .. especially when you have Special Deals 🥰🍦Thank You“

“Best Philly Cheesesteak west of the Mississippi! They rock!!! Try an Apple Fritter too. They are killer!!!“

“Food was fresh, staff were polite and they actually asked what sauce we wanted for chicken nuggets whereas McDonalds usually makes you tell them and if you forget they won't follow up when they hand over your order. Store was clean and well stocked. I was very happy with my visit!“

“Absolutely the best crab sandwich I’ve ever had!

Seaside Fish and Chowder at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a hidden gem that every seafood lover needs to visit. I stopped by on a whim and ended up having one of the most memorable meals of my trip.

Their crab sandwich is out of this world—sweet, fresh crab meat served on perfectly grilled sourdough from Sumano’s Bakery, crisped in butter until golden. The flavors were perfectly balanced, rich, and comforting without being heavy. You can taste the freshness.

The staff was friendly, the service was quick even with a crowd, and the location can’t be beat—right near the beach, with that classic Boardwalk vibe.

Highly recommend grabbing a crab sandwich (and maybe a bowl of chowder too!) and enjoying it while watching the waves. This place is a must-stop when you're in Santa Cruz!“