19 Best Cocktail Bars near Aptos

Mentone Italian • $$$
174 Aptos Vlg Wy, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Tomato and Watermelon Salad
Mixed Salumi Plate
Soppressata Pizza
Pizza Margherita
White Bean Soup
Puntarelle Salad
Fried Sardines
Hazelnut Gelato
Stracciatella
Frozen Spritz

“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.“

4 Good198 Reviews
The Hideout Cocktail Bar • $$
9051 Soquel Dr, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Merlot-Braised Short Ribs
Shoestring Truffle Fries
Sesame Seared Ahi Salad
Fried Chicken Sandwich
The Hideout Burger
Sweet Potato Fries
Chorizo Con Queso
Chili Verde Soup
Cuban Sandwich
New York Steak

“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.“

4.6 Superb143 Reviews
The Mediterranean Cocktail Bar • $$
265 Center Ave, Aptos

“Excellent atmosphere! Do yourself a favor, stop by.“

4.3 Superb27 Reviews
Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside American • $$
131 Esplanade, Aptos

Customers` Favorites

Baked Oysters on the Half Shell
Steak and Smashed Potatoes
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Fried Calamari
Fish and Chips
New York Steak
Lobster Roll
Miso Salmon
Fish Tacos

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

4 Good223 Reviews
Front & Cooper Cocktail Bar • $
725 Front St, Santa Cruz - 6.97 miles

“BEST place to get drinks in SC. Atmosphere is fun and casual. FAVE drink is the Vodsod!! LOVE F&C.“

4.2 Good56 Reviews
The Redroom Cocktail Lounge Bar & Grill • $
1003 Cedar St, Santa Cruz - 7.1 miles

Customers` Favorites

Bourbon Flight

“Can be a lot of fun here!“

4.1 Good57 Reviews
Ulterior Cocktail Bar • $
110 Pearl Alley, Santa Cruz - 7.02 miles

“The Studio Ghibli cocktails were fantastic! I loved the "Waiting with Totoro" and my wife loved the "Full Moon Departure." We didn't get to try the food, we had just eaten and found the place by accident. 5/5 friendly bartender but I can't for the life of me remember her name (we were there on 8/31/24 in case the managers want to give her a bonus).“

4 Good13 Reviews
Oak & Ale Bar • $
3102 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz - 4.17 miles

“Dennis Dove Ryan Price Vinny Johnson. Will be Live Sep 24th at 7pm - 10pm.“

3.8 Good9 Reviews
Alderwood Santa Cruz American
155 Walnut Ave, Santa Cruz - 7.07 miles

Customers` Favorites

Beer-Battered Dungeness Crab
Westholme Wagyu Beef Tartare
Vanilla Bean Creme Brûlée
Smoked Magret Duck Breast
Roasted Hen of the Woods'
Allen Brothers Usda Prime
Embered Diver Scallop
Roasted Bone Marrow
Cheeseburger w Bacon
Smoked Beet Salad

“Creative menu and great atmosphere“

4.2 Good159 Reviews
El Jardin Restaurant Mexican • $
655 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz - 5.11 miles

Customers` Favorites

Enchiladas Mexicali Style
Tacos De Carne Asada
Steak a La Mexicana
Chimichanga Supreme
Nachos Whole Order
Chips and Salsa
Burrito Special
Rice and Beans
Tortilla Soup
Chile Relleno

“This was our first time there and the food was great and the atmosphere was great.. also had great service. We will be back again..“

4.4 Superb62 Reviews
Oblò Cocktails & Kitchen Beer Bar • $$$
740 Front St STE 100, Santa Cruz - 6.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Fritto Misto Fried Calamari Shrimp and Shishito Peppers
Homemade Sourdough Bread All You Can Eat
Cheesecake with Blueberry Reduction
Pappardelle Bison Ragu
Spaghetti Meatballs
Arugula Salad
Ribeye Burger
Oblo Burger
Carpaccio
Octopus

“We ate here for the first time, so we ordered several dishes. The soup of the day was incredible! The Oblo burger was filled with flavor! The salad was huge (in a good way) with a delicious beet purée. The octopus appetizer was special and unique. After going there for the first time I would highly recommend. The prices were mostly reasonable, we were actually surprised by this since it tasted and felt like fine dining. Price was well worth the food, especially for the salads/burgers/appetizers.“

4.3 Superb82 Reviews
Juanito's Tacos y Churros Mexican •
444 Airport Blvd, Watsonville - 6.93 miles

“I don't usually visit food trucks because there are few places to sit and eat on site and this truck is no exception in that regard. It was the first food stop on Airport Blvd from the freeway. They served the best taco's I have ever tasted. Even the tortillas were made right there on site. I highly recommend this taco truck if you don't mind eating in the car or as a take out. You can even order on line if traveling past Watsonville for a grab and go but we chose to order at the window.“

5 Superb3 Reviews
Avanti Restaurant American • $$$
1917 Mission St, Santa Cruz - 7.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dinosaur Kale Salad with Almonds Ricotta Salt Citrus Vinaigrette
Seafood Linguine Puttanesca
Daily Fish Special
Braised Short Rib
Chocolate Mousse
Potato Gnocchi
Caesar Salad
Fried Cheese
Focaccia

“The most incredible Italian food I’ve ever had! Nice that they have outside seating so diners can enjoy the beautiful California weather. Traffic just makes it a little loud. Very kid friendly too, with attentive waitstaff. Excellent experience!“

4.1 Good48 Reviews
Makai Island Kitchen & Groggery Hawaiian • $$
49A Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz - 6.69 miles

Customers` Favorites

Makai Surf 'N Turf Skewer Combo
Guava-Soy Bistro Steak
Huli Huli Chicken
Teriyaki Chicken
Coconut Prawns
Coconut Shrimp
Pork Sliders
Clam Chowder
Makai Burger
Spam Musubi

“Been there couple times now. Food is very good & staff friendly. View at sunset is amazing & constantly changing from the rotating floor. Will definitely choose Makai again!“

4.1 Good185 Reviews
The Sand Bar Capitola Bar & Grill • $
211 Esplanade, Capitola - 2.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Clam Chowder-Bread Bowl
Fish and Chips
Coconut Prawns
Sand Bar Salad
Sand Burger
Michelada
Sandwich
Calamari
Ceviche
Nachos

“Rad Spot to enjoy a meal and drink“

4 Good84 Reviews
Chocolate Cocktail Bar • $$
1522 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz - 7.01 miles

Customers` Favorites

Polenta Plate and Salad with Vinaigrette
Chocolate Mousse Cake
Artichoke & Cheese Pot
Hot Chocolate Drinks
Chocolate Sin Cake
Chocolate Cupcake
Chocolate Cake
BBQ Chicken
Victoria
Canoli

“The food was super good organic delicious and I will be going back for more“

4 Good131 Reviews
Tortilla Flats Mexican • $
4616 Soquel Dr, Soquel - 3.31 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Mole Enchiladas
Honey Lemon Dressing
Durango Enchiladas
Green Corn Tamales
Chips and Salsa
Seafood Burrito
Super Burrito
House Salad
Quesadilla
Guacamole

“Great food , Great Margaritas! , Great service, 😊“

3.9 Good51 Reviews
Los Dos Potrillos Family • $$
707 Freedom Blvd, Watsonville - 8.72 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sushi 3 Quesos-Mexicano
Chile Verde Plate
Shrimp Cocktail
Fajita Mixta
Molcajete
Tostada

“The service was amazing and the food was even better. The place was very clean aswell and the servers made sure you were well taken care of. The server even went as far as to make sure my little boy got a free cup that he liked. Would highly recommend, I would definitely visit again.“

3.8 Good77 Reviews
Ideal Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $$
106 Beach St, Santa Cruz - 6.91 miles

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Fish Tacos GF Until 4pm Only
Rack Baby Back Ribs GF 4pm-Close
New England Clam Chowder
Bread Bowl Clam Chowder
Clam Chowder Breadbowl
Roasted Garlic & Brie
Rack of Baby Back Ribs
Calamari 'N' Fries
Gilroy Garlic Fries
Live Maine Lobster

“Food was good and Service was great.“

3.9 Good216 Reviews