“Well done! Six of us had the best time at Venus beachside! The remodel is gorgeous, the food dee-lish, and the staff was super attentive. The food and drinks are always the best at every Venus location! We were so happy to see the place busy and everyone having a good time. Let's all support this wonderful restaurant....I know my friends and I plan on returning often!“
“I saw this place on a wedding photographers post on instagram. I was in the area so I decided to do a walk-in not having too many expectations in mind. The reviews online looked good and I was hoping to get a table. I waited for 20 mins and the staff was super friendly asking if we wanted drinks while we waited and answered our questions. Everyone seemed to have a reservation so I would recommend making one when you want to eat here. I got the focaccia bread with the whipped butter in the clam shell which was delicious. The butter lettuce salad which was light and flavorful. They mentioned the cauliflower dish was the most popular, but I will have to try that the next round. The pork pasta dish was also delicious, but the real winner was the gnocchi. It was small, but incredible. I will be craving it until the next time I’m in town. The only negative is the servers weren’t too attentive even when the night began to quiet down. Other than that I would say check out this spot!“
“Tasty breakfast. I had the machaca scramble. The tomatilla salsa that was provided was fantastic. The meal came with a choice of different toasts, but I was able to substitute corn tortillas. I'll be returning to try the chicken fajita omelet.Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options like chilaquiles and huevos rancheros but vegans would be hard-pressed to find something.“
“Be careful with allergies. I was served gluten after specifically telling our server I was allergic. People make mistakes, so be cautious. Besides that, the appetizer- shrimp n grits. Unbelievably delicious, if it hasn’t won an award it should. It’s really really good. Chef Nick called me after we left (he was not at the restaurant) and apologized, comped the meal. Very gracious. Up until I ate gluten, it was the best dining experience I’ve had in decades. Unfortunately, we had to cut it short and leave.“
“Is it a used book store with a wine and beer bar or a wine and beer bar with a used book store? Either way, it's super cute, unique, hipster spot downtown with a great used book store and delicious Thai restaurant, Hanloh Thai, inside.“
“It's expensive but very good. Has a big city vibe. Presents like a Michelin starred restaurant. I enjoyed it very much. Also fun to talk with the executive chef about the food prep at the chefs counter. And to watch them work in the kitchen.“
“We’ve been fans of Chef Damien’s other endeavors for some time but this iteration is elevated to new levels and might be the best kept secret in Santa Cruz! The food is a wide range from Asian fusion to Brewery pub classics. Each dish has a beautiful balance of flavor and richness yet feels light and clean. The beers on tap vary from other local spots so you try some new Monterey bay local breweries. The ambience is classic old diner mashed up with skate/ surf culture with rock leanings. Bar scene with a tv and kind, warm people equals, great spot to watch a game. In short, this place is a gem and we always feel like we are scoring a new secret spot. Go now before it gets line out the door busy!“
“Narrow fairways lined with scrub protect the shorter par 4s while a couple of long par 3s require precision. Generally fast greens influenced by the hills create a putting conundrum. Great staff and a nice clubhouse make this a "poor man's Paso", but deliver a rich experience.“