The Sand Bar Capitola

211 Esplanade, Capitola
(831) 462-1881

Recent Reviews

Phinn V.

I am still waiting for my chicken strips don't come here (I need more characters to put to review disuaushxhdjejsbzbcjxkajsjzhxhdjdjshah)

Eddie Z

Great little dive bar with cool crowd and vibes. The music is a great blend of classic rock and modern hits. There is a cover band that reminds me of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Definitely recommend, good times and dancing..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

miranda martinez duran

Great service, food came out fast. Kid friendly. Great environment. Food was delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Nachos

Allison A.

Girl who took our order was nice but it was so SOOOO awkward in the we watched people day drink but it was like 3 people so it was just the worst ambiance. We got the most boring fish and chips and quesadilla, food was so lackluster the the total was FORTY-EIGHT DOLLARS?!?! Not worth it for the food but maybe it's a good night bar??? Idk man

Morgan W.

a cute little place with an ocean view. reasonable prices with yummy food. The service was so good and the staff was attentive and friendly. our server went out of her way to play and interact with my daughter. we would go again any day.

Jeff Larson

I went down to help support the recently storm damaged businesses in town. I was met with a cheerful hello and a nice warm place to have lunch.I had the toasted BLT and fries. Good proportions at a decent price. The sandwich was a bit on the greasy side for my tastes, but it was very good otherwise. I'll try it another day with a request to use a little less oil next time. I recommend the place for sure!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Leticia Tennancour

So! Who knew you could have such a live joint on a Monday night. So much fun! Live, Fantastic, music. Luke and his band were GREAT!!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Jana Fairbairn

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE You guys❣️Love the energy it took to re-open after last winter’s storm damage. Love that you realize the importance of live music for us all♥️Love your breakfast & lunch menu❣️?You continue to be an epic example for other eateries/ clubs in Capitola to follow- Thank You?? Sure hope you can open on NYE???❣️Cheers & Blessings to 2024?Jana & Geno

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Few The Proud

Well, it's closed again due to wave damage... Bummer.....

Shawn Ahearn

Really good burgers.We love the atmosphere. So glad they are back after last year's devastating storms. If you a local vibe....this is the place.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Clam Chowder-Bread Bowl, Fish and Chips, Sand Burger

Tina V.

Fun little restaurant/bar on Esplanade in Capitola. Friday night we arrived around 7 pm for dinner and had the fish tacos. Very tasty! Stayed pretty much all night to enjoy the live music, drink & dance. Really great band (Kid Dynamite). Awesome server named Eric! He was attentive & personable. Had so much fun we decided to go back Saturday evening. The band was Meez which was not really our jam. They did have a lot of fans there, so obviously it was a great night for them, just wasn't good dance music in our opinion. Love that they have live music again so there's fun night action. Will definitely be back for good food, drinks & dancing!!

Amber Saldana

Service was terrible the servers we rude and the food tastes as if it was a week old and the smell outside was horrific.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Fernie M.

We ordered some clam chowder which was okay. The calamari rings were just some some store bought rings, nothing freshly made. The ahituna tacos were flavorless. The service was good and very friendly. The beers were refreshing. Only one bathroom which was incredibly filthy and dirty.

G M

This place never disappoints! Definitely recommendVegetarian options: Breakfast Burrito

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Becka Ann

Shout out to Cass and Eric for being extremely helpful and kind to my friend and I. The food was delicious, and even though we didn't get to try local brews, Eric's suggestions didn't disappoint. Thank you again for a great meal and a friendly welcome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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