13 Best Beer Bars near Santa Cruz

“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.“

“It’s fun for the whole family. Different experience than Golfland.“

“This place has some really delicious drinks and great food. I also love how dog friendly it is. I came back twice in a weekend.“

“Wide variety of delicious beers with gorgeous raw edge bars and tables and an incredible pizza pop-up restaurant inside.Parking is usually easy, bring your bike inside and hang it up, join a cool running club and meet here before/after you tackle local Redwoods trails, end your fat tire shred sesh and (de)hydrate with a perfectly-balanced 9% Nelson IPA. This brewery is a hub for tasty food, drinks, and fun.“

“Outstanding food and Hawaiian music playing! Had a fantastic evening!“

“I was passing by and a kid offered me a free drink (bottled coke) and I went in there and ate and was not disappointed. Delicious pizza but better service. Young workers in there are so polite and offer great service. Will definitely go again!“

“It is what it is, a bar. A few years ago the bar changed owners and its name and changed from a place for hard drinking types to a more varied clientele. Now it js a pleasant place to stop for a drink with friends. The bartenders are first rate and won't need to look up how to make your drink on the internet. The owners are friendly folks who treat people well so ot has a good vibe.“

“Thank You Haley you have Outstanding Customer Service!! Thank You Pono the food was delicious and thank you for having your cooks wash their hands throughly!“

“Super nice little pizza place after a long road trip. The service was fast and friendly, and the food was outstanding! I really enjoyed the special pizza with squash and a white sauce. I wish there was more than one pasta option, though. The patio is dog very dog friendly, and was nice except for the fact that the table was a little wobbly.

Kid-friendliness: There was no kids menu, but I think our meal was friendly to a child’s pallet.“

“This wine bar is like coming home and hanging out with close friends, having great conversations, delicious food paired up with your wine, live music or play some records. This is the spot to be in Capitola. The owners, Doug and Ann Marie, are stellar hosts.“

“First time there … loved the vibe will be back“

“My favorite Indian restaurant in Santa Cruz county. I love Indian food but I usually can’t handle too much spicy. Ambrosia is very thoughtful about that, they make a delicious food just right and if you want to add more spice you can. My favorite is the buffet, because you can try many different dishes. Love this restaurant!“

“Dinner was absolutely delicious Chef Jeff ... Never disappoints one of the best dinning experiences in Santa Cruz . Sam can also make a delicious drink too🌼 the desert was delicious as well Wow just Wow !! The olives and roasted garlic for starters were a delightful burst of delight too! We go each week for either dinner , lunch or brunch always amazing and something new on the menu each time ! The staff are all wonderful too! A great evening to a long week ! Thank you , "East End " Cheers !“