11 Best Beer Bars near Santa Cruz

Lúpulo Tapas Bar • $
233 Cathcart St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese with Avocado
Vegetable Empanadas
Tortilla Espanola
Meat Empanadas
Grilled Cheeses
Green Goddess
Arugula Salad
Vegan Torta
Vegan Tacos
Kale Caesar

“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.“

4.6 Superb275 Reviews
Sante Adairius • Santa Cruz Portal Brewery • $$
1315 Water St, Santa Cruz

“Food and beer or beer and food Both sooo good, as always 💝🍺🍕“

4.6 Superb128 Reviews
Captain's Game Deck Beer Bar •
400 Beach St, Santa Cruz

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

3.8 Good7 Reviews
Pono Hawaiian Grill Bar & Grill • $
120 Union Street, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Poke Salmon Bowl with Avocado
Hawaiian Kalua Pork Plate
Braddah Timmy Ahi Bowl
BT's Loco Moco Burrito
Hawaiian Fish & Chips
Coconut Shrimp Plate
Teriyaki Chicken
Kalua Pork Fries
Poke Combo Plate
Kalua Pork Musubi

“We were there for a music event late Jan 2025. HH drink specials were tasty but was disappointed on how cold it was inside the restaurant. Both doors, front & back, were wide open during the entire evening show (48 degrees outside). Even the band mentioned how cold it was before beginning their set. All the customers wore jackets. Also, the harsh lighting was way too bright throughout the restaurant. I wanted my sunglasses on. Please read the room & tone down the lighting & warm the place up, then we’ll be back. Mahalo“

4.4 Superb306 Reviews
Mission West Cocktail Bar • $$
2405 Mission St, Santa Cruz

“Mission West is the best place for a fun party! Amy and Jamey went above and beyond to help host my husband’s retirement party! They hired a band, organized a taco truck, staffed up based on our expected guest count, and served many drinks with a smile! They set up tables, sunshades and cornhole too! I heard from many friends afterwards that it was so much fun!“

4.6 Superb31 Reviews
Pleasure Pizza Pizza • $
1415 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Pineapple Pizza Slice
Sweet Hawaiian Pizza
Santa Barbara Slice
Pleasure Combo Slice
Pizza Santa Cruz
Vegetarian Pizza
Pizza Meat Slice
Pepperoni Pizza
Pleasure Pizza
Cheese Pizza

“First, the pizza is to to die for! This NY girl knows pizza and this slice is the best slice I've found in California that is truly foldable crust NYC style pizza. Tuesdays
The best for last is the phenomenal service from Kail at the register. He is super kind and is great at what he does!thank you!“

4.1 Good183 Reviews
Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap Hawaiian • $$
3744 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Mama Kathy's Teriyaki Chicken De Kine Poke Bowl Mahi Mahi Katsu
Traditional Shoyu Ahi Bowl
Hawaiian Kalua Pork Plate
Kalua Pork Loaded Fries
BT's Loco Moco Burrito
Chicken Teriyaki Taco
Island Quesadilla
Kalua Pork Musubi
Da Kine Poke Bowl
Kal-Bi Short Ribs

“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!“

4.1 Good130 Reviews
Buzzo's Wood Fired Pizzeria Pizza • $$
2510 S Main St, Soquel - 4.18 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vanilla Bourbon Cake with Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream and Marshmallow Puffs
Sausage and Mushroom Pizza
Little Gems Salad
Crispy Green Beans
Margherita Pizza
Housemade Gelato
Margharita Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Arugula Salad
Potato Pizza

“Buzzos is hands down one of my favorite spots for wood-fired pizza! The quality of the ingredients and the flavors are consistently amazing. My go-to pizza is the Jenkins—it’s absolutely delicious and one I order every time.

The meatballs are a must, and I also love the apple, fennel, and celery salad. It’s fresh, crisp, and the perfect complement to the pizza. The burrata is another standout—such a unique, flavorful dish that’s always worth ordering.

The food, atmosphere, and friendly service keep me coming back. If you’re looking for incredible wood-fired pizza in Soquel, Buzzos is definitely a place you need to try!“

4.7 Superb133 Reviews
Cantine Winepub Wine Bar • $$
8050 Soquel Dr Ste B, Aptos - 7.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Charcuterie Tray with Creminelli Coppa Wild Boar Salami Serrano Ham & Mendocino Mustard
Charcuterie Board

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

4.4 Superb25 Reviews
East End Gastropub Gastropubs • $$
1501 41st Ave Ste I, Capitola - 3.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Pork Belly Bao Bun Sliders
Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Spaghetti Meatballs
East End Burger
Pepperoni Pizza
Chicken Wings
Caesar Salad
House Salad
Fries

“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 !“

4.3 Superb82 Reviews
Ambrosia India Bistro- APTOS Indian • $$
207 Sea Ridge Rd, Aptos - 6.52 miles

Customers` Favorites

Vegetarian Samosa 2 pcs
Trio Chicken Tandoori
Tandoori Chicken Full
Tandoori Mixed Grill
Chicken Tikka Masala
Vegetable Korma
Butter Chicken
Mushroom Masala
Chicken Biryani
Chicken Curry

“honestly its one of the better Indian spots around here, ive been three times now and it keeps getting better. we came in last friday with no reservation thinking itd be dead but it was packed, still got a table in like ten minutes. the service was really on point, the guy even remembered what i drank the last time i was there which i thought was a nice touch. i always get their lamb saagwala and its somehow consistently super tender, the gravy isnt watery or boring like some places. my friend got the chicken tikka biryani and i had food envy of how aromatic the rice was, honestly might switch it up next time. this is just easy to recommend because everything feels made with care and nothing is too greasy or heavy. yeah definitely going back soon.“

4.3 Superb103 Reviews