34 Best Cafes near Aptos

“Seriously great food came for breakfast got sandwichs ( Cali and Nonna's Caprese). So good came back for more sandwichs to go for our kids. Desserts were also fantastic. Coffee top notch. Portion size of food was great. Best sandwichs I've ever had. If we go back to Seacliff beach we are definitely coming back to Castelli's Caffe & Deli.“

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

“My espresso was the best I had all week in Aptos. (They use cat & cloud’s coffee I believe I saw.) I didn’t order any food from them BUT I did order their vegan cinnamon cake when I went into Loft Coffee the next day and it was one of the better vegan coffee cakes I have had. I do not recommend eating in the car unless you have plans vacuuming sooner than later.

They sell their day old bread at like half price btw.“

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

“Unfortunately cannot compare to Gayles bakery, but a nice location for breakfast or lunch. Food is typically very good. Parking is terrible on site, but off site is available. Service is spotty. Fruit tarts are one of their specialties. Good seating areas for eating.“

“I came here 2 years ago and wanted to make it my go to spot. It became really hard to because the management was very volatile at the time. I am VERY happy to report it’s better here now. Very much better. And it is my go to spot now! The staff that tends the bar is great. And when the cafe is open in the morning employees like Miles are fantastic. Recommend it here!!“

“Great food and coffee and my wife and I will be back again and again.“

“Every time we drive over from San Jose we eat there.“

“Good food, good service. Always a great experience ❤️“

“Small place that’s perfectly understated…what more you could you ask for in a breakfast place? Well if you like salsa on your eggs, the scramble with homemade salsa is FIRE! It’s hard to stand out when serving up scrambled eggs and home fries, but I’ll be back for this breakfast.“

“11th hour coffee is the best in town! Small batch quality direct trade coffee roasted with love. Happy to support a local growing business in the community.“

“The food was good but when I went to use the bathroom, I was horrified that the bathrooms were dirty and no soap dispenser anywhere with limited cold water. How is that sanitary especially if the people that are preparing our food are just rinsing their hands quickly with cold water. In these days with all kinds virus to not have soap is beyond me. Not going there again.“

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

“Had flowers delivered to my mother in law and she was blown away by the arrangement delivered. I'm not local to Santa Cruz so I was really trusting the images on the website when I chose this shop. Her excitement about the arrangement was worth every penny. Thank you Flower Bar for making such a great arrangement and delivering it to my hard working mother in law. She deserves the recognition and I couldn't have done it without Flower Bar! 10/10 would recommend.“

“Best boba tea in Santa Cruz county!“

“This is the best acai out of Brasil :)!! Keep up the wonderful work. I will come visit soon“

“No complaints! Nice and clean, washed and dried a huge load of clothes for less than $10 including detergent in just over an hour. They have a restroom for customers and lots of tables to sit and work or read or whatever. No parking lot, but free street parking is easy enough to find nearby.“

“Love this place!“

“Great spot to fill with Ukuleles!“

“This is a very lovely place. Me and my friend Amadeo were walking by and observing the store when an old man suggested we that we try the place out. It is a small place and had seating inside and outside. The atmosphere was what made it so lovely. It smelled good and felt good. The food you were eating felt homemade in a sense. I must include as well that the prices were great. This is like the kind of place that you know just wants to make good food and spread good vibes and is not in it for the bank. I never review stores, but I felt that Cafe Delmarrete is under appreciated and many will casually walk by this place without giving it much of a thought. This place deserves as much attention as Pizza My heart right next to it gets! I highly recommend.“

“We live just up the street and finally came in for the first time. My Son and I had the chicken pesto and the chicken apple Brie Sandos. Food was BOMB delicious. The vibe is super family oriented and welcoming. The spot is super quaint and comfortable. The staff is so friendly, u know ur neighbors.“

“Great family oriented place everything is so delicious! Chicken fried steak and the eggs Benedict’s are the best in town!“

“It's a quintessential breakfast/lunch experience. The dishes are consistent and fresh with good portions .And the coffee is just fine. Service was attentive and friendly. I miss real cream pitchers for my coffee on the table tho. Times are changing.“

“It was my first time visiting, and the experience exceeded my expectations. The food was excellent, and I thoroughly enjoyed the meal, particularly the burger I had for lunch. Based on my experience, I would rate the restaurant 10/10 and would definitely dine there again. Of course, opinions may vary, but I personally found the food to be delicious. On my next visit, I look forward to trying their café drinks.“

“I was in town with my daughter for college visits and came across this restaurant in Santa Cruz via google maps. We went on a Sunday morning and were seated immediately after ordering, and the food arrived very quickly. We ordered vegan versions of a couple of their menu items and they were VERY good. Lots of flavor, not heavy sitting. We liked it so much we went back the following morning for breakfast before we took off to another state for another college visit. There were still more vegan items I would have liked to try on their menu. Definitely recommend this quaint little restaurant. Vegan friendly, but also good choices for omnis too.“

“Two kids were working very hard and doing an excellent job!!We ordered popsicles that had previously melted into small squares in the bottom of the bag and then refroze, and were a little frostbitten.But they have a huge menu with coffee, boba, smoothies, fro yo.“

“The ladies here are running an old school drive-thru with no automated intercom system but that's what makes it so charming. They'll run out and take your order and run back in and make it. Everything is freshly made .It's true that it can get really busy with all the drive-thru customers, but I walk up and I'll always get service with a smile. And the drip coffee is amazing! Support your local businesses!“

“Sharky gives this place 5 paws. They were so good to our lil frenchie. Brought him his own water bowl, Had a special menu just for pets. The hooman food was great as well had french toast with caramelized bananas and walnuts. The service was great!“

“A great place to eat, shop, and walk around. It’s also home of the Diversity Center, Santa Cruz County’s LGBTQ+ Center.“

“I love this place. they have many fungi menu! Must try it! The menu changes every season, so I want to visit often. I liked the soup and the bakery. The mushroom jelly was a bit of a challenge. Do you want to try it bravely? You can check out their Instagram for special menu information.

Parking: No public parking lot. You can use street parking.“

“Went to Santa Cruz on vacation and decided to find a local coffee place to grab a latte and oh my goodness. I got a creme brulee mocha and it was the most delicious drink I've had in so long. The whipped cream was amazing as well. Steamed to just the right temp where I could drink it right away, so it was gone way too fast. Thanks for the delicious drink!!“

“Love this place! And the bagel dog is my favorite with a lot a mustard❤️“

“Rustic Table is a lovely space in the heart of Watsonville that serves great food at reasonable prices. The menu has all of your favorites and you won't want to skip the clam chowder and oh yes, the tator tots! Delicious!! The best part about eating at Rustic Table is knowing that you are supporting the women of Grace Harbor. The ladies who work there are all in recovery from addictions, alcoholism, and the many hurts and challenges that life throws at us. As they learn new life skills they learn a new way to walk in wholeness. I love this restaurant and their mission to change lives one person at a time! Support this local business.

Parking: Easy street parking. Safe neighborhood.“

“Cruise Coffee Company has the most delectable eats, smooth coffee and flavorful tea options, all made locally and specially for the shops. Their prices are surprisingly low and you truly get a wonderful value for the best cup of coffee or tea AND the most amazing baked goods around.“