10 Best American Restaurants in Capitola

Shadowbrook Restaurant American • $$$
1750 Wharf Rd, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Black Truffle Gnocchi with Filet Mignon Brochettes
Filet and Lobster Tail with Whipped Potatoes
Slow-Roasted Angus Prime Rib
Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée
New England Sea Scallops
Jalapeño Baked Brie
Jack Daniels Mud Pie
Artichoke Soup Bowl
Bacon-Wrapped Prawns
Chocolate Meltdown

“This restaurant is in great spot. The scenery and ambiance are elegant and immersive, with most dining areas offering beautiful landscaped surrounding and unique views of nearby river. The staff are warm and attentive.“

4.5 Superb506 Reviews
Trestles Restaurant American • $$$
316 Capitola Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

12 Oz Prime New York Creamed Spinach Twice Cooked Potatoes Sour Cream Mousse Bacon Bordelaise
Crispy Brussel Sprouts Bacon Marmalade Cotija Cheese
Prime New York Steak Frites
Roasted Trumpet Mushrooms
Brownie with Ice Cream
House Ricotta Gnocchi
Caramelized Scallops
Roasted Cauliflower
Tuna Tartare Tacos
Roasted Duck Breast

“A rare gem. Each dish we tried was exceptionally good. I have never seen a restaurant’s entire staff having so much fun working together so well and so hard. It lifted everyone up. There were abundant smiles throughout the restaurant.“

4.6 Superb98 Reviews
Avenue Cafe American • $
427 Capitola Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Smoked Salmon and Avocado Benedict
Bean and Cheese Burrito with Fries
Chicken Fried Steak Plate
French Toast Breakfast
Classic Eggs Benedict
Breakfast Burrito
Hollandaise Sauce
Southern Benedict
Florentine
Carnitas

“Just had breakfast at this gem of a cafe. The food was excellent. The staff was sweet and hospitable. Seriously, put this charming spot on your breakfast list. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

4.5 Superb86 Reviews
Evarista's Comal Restaurant Family • $
1855 41st Ave ste F02, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Chile Verde and Pulled Pork Omelette Served w Country Potatoes
Chilaquiles Rojos 2 Eggs Any Slile
Seafood Cioppino and Garlic Bread
4 Quesabirria Tacos and Consome
Crispy Chicken Cucumber Salad
Eggs Benedict Sauce on Sinde
Quesabirrias Lite Toppings
French Toast and Berries
Birria with Consome
Salmon Club Sandwich

“My friend and I had breakfast at Evarits’s Comal this morning and it was FABULOUS! My veggie eggs Benedict was perfectly cooked, with one of the best hollandaise sauces I’ve ever tasted. The fruit accompaniment was delicious and fresh. Service was on point. I even got serenaded and served a yummy dessert when they found out it was my birthday. I wholly recommend this excellent restaurant!“

4.8 Superb113 Reviews
Village Host Pizza & Grill Pizza • $
819 Bay Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Build Your Own Baked Sandwich
The Village Combination Pizza
Two Topping Personal Pizza
SM Build Your Own Pizza
Pesto Chicken Sandwich
MD Pesto Chicken Pizza
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
P Pesto Chicken Pizza
The Triple P Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza

“This is hands down the best vegetarian pizza I’ve ever had. Yes Pizza my Heart is great but Village Host has bubbly crunchy crust and the pieces are weighed down and soggy like PMH. The bottom is still hard holding up the Vege covered pizza! I’m obsessed w them. Little pricey but worth it as a treat. Cheese is great too! Always polite and cool people working too. More people need to know about them!“

4.8 Superb84 Reviews
Britannia Arms Of Capitola Pubs • $$
110 Monterey Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Cheeseburger with Avocado & Steak Fries
Fish and Chips and Shrimp
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Corned Beef and Cabbage
Bacon Wrapped Prawns
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Loaded Baked Potato
English Breakfast
Shepherd’S Pie
Crab Cake Salad

“Absolutely couldn't recommend Andy & his staff enough, an absolute gentleman. Thank you Andy for the sound advice for the rest of our honeymoon, I & Niall had a fantastic time. Hopefully we will be back soon from Ireland 🇮🇪 🇮🇪 🇮🇪“

4.2 Good129 Reviews
Paradise Beach Grille Fine Dining • $$
215 Esplanade, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Chilled Blue Point Oysters
Potato Encrusted Halibut
New England Clam Chowder
Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Hawaiian Baby Back Ribs
Sugar and Spice Salmon
Crispy Fried Calamari
Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos
Coco Prawns Entrée
French Onion Soup

“Food is really good and waiter was friendly“

4.2 Good142 Reviews
Chili's Grill & Bar Tex-Mex • $
1855 41st Ave E1, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Pepper PALS Mini Chocolate Molten
Crispy Chicken Crispers Combos
Quesadilla Explosion Salad
Original Chicken Crispers
Bottomless Tostada Chips
Chicken Ranch Quesadilla
Molten Chocolate Cake
Surf and Turf Fajitas
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Lunch Double Burger

“We live in Monterey, we spent the day in Santa Cruz area for my wife birthday, after 9 pm we were hungry and close to this location, service was good, food was good too, a mostly younger crowd was inside but a really healthy environment and prices are good“

4 Good124 Reviews
The Sand Bar Capitola Bar & Grill • $$
211 Esplanade, Capitola

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“

3.9 Good107 Reviews
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IHOP

IHOP Breakfast • $
1549 41st Ave, Capitola

Customers` Favorites

Pancake Face Kid's Meal Aboit 5 with a Yogurt
Strawberry and Banana Pancake Stack
Tbone Steak with 3 Eggs Any Style
55 Rise 'N Shine Breakfast
Tres Leches Pancake Combo
Banana Crepe with Nutella
Chicken Fajita Omelette
Spicy Poblano Omelette
55 Breakfast Sampler
T-Bone Steak & Eggs

“I honestly don’t understand how this place ever got such bad reviews. I’ve seen it at its lowest, and the changes they’ve made are incredible. Everything feels so much more welcoming, clean, and well put together now.

The food was fresh, hot, and exactly how we ordered it—definitely one of the best experiences I’ve had here in a long time.

What really stood out, though, was the service. Ashley provided amazing customer service from start to finish. She was attentive, friendly, and made sure we had everything we needed without missing a beat. You can tell she genuinely cares about the guests she’s serving.

Between the improvements and the great service, this place has really turned things around. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

3.3 Good139 Reviews

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