Freaky First FridayWe came with high hopes for Full Steam Dumpling's ramen night at the Food Lounge. Everything started out well enough even though the music was on the loud side. As we were ordering, they played some Kate Bush (Running Up that Hill) and other such-type music. While we were waiting for our food, there was a long, somewhat awkward silence and at least one song was cut off right when it began) before moving on to some Beatles (Strawberry Fields) and The Doors (Riders on the Storm).Our food came just before 7:00pm and as we were finishing our food, a song I didn't know came on dropping the N-word and F-bomb multiple times (including, e.g., "I'll f------ slap a n-----") very clearly and loudly as I'm sitting with my 7-year-old in front of the Santa Cruz Arts Center in the outdoor dining area on the public sidewalk. I went inside 11th Hour Coffee where the same music was playing, and asked if they were responsible for said music.The barista (or other coffee house employee) said he wasn't in charge but he knew who was. He went over and spoke to the bartender adjacent to the Full Steam Dumpling kitchen. The music playing there was not the same as in 11th Hour Coffee and outside. I heard the dude-bro bartender repeat "They're upset with the music? Well, we're not changing it," with a derisive scoff/smirk. Are you serious? I do not need to be listening to that while I am eating with my family. I was not pleased or impressed.So, this location is not the most family-friendly, and unfortunately the bowl of ramen ($20) was also crap (too oniony, thin & oily broth, tough the mushrooms were, and it got cold very quickly). I have to admit the Razzmatazz from the bar was pretty good, tho. Good for a late night bachelor party, I guess (even if you start in broad daylight).
Lew Hinchcliffe
Great spot to fill with Ukuleles!
andrew davis
Shoyu tonkotsu ramen was quite good! The outside seating area is nice and the food was good. It’s worth the wait. It’s first come first serve, order at the counter pop up as one should expect. If you’re a group of 3 or 4 be prepared to wait 20min to order. You will be given pager which will notify you when your order is ready. There is also open seating so keep an eye out for an open spot as you wait for your order. Depending on how busy they are it could be another 20min before you see your food. There are only a few servers so I’d recommend ordering two drinks for oneself prior to receiving your food. Overall, a nice way to spend a night in and around downtown Santa Cruz.
Ibn Muh'd Kpautagi
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It'z Coolest Mak
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Eleanor Hanes
great food at the lounge
Don Lane
A lovely place for an event...and excellent food and beverage choices
Came here for Oaxacan food EVENT !! AMAZING Had a great cider too! They had live music setting up but we couldn't stay. Seem like an interesting revolving place
Donald Nichols
Had so much fun. Ojan was cooking Iranian food for us all.
Tim Dodds
Great Persian influenced cuisine! Ojan's food is amazing! Thanks Food Lounge for another great night out.
DeanaTutu Cooper
The Food Lounge is the best! Love these ladies and what they are creating. Go check it out!
Vanshika Fotedar
Amazing ambience especially on Thursday evenings when they host the open mic. Will go again.
Freaky First FridayWe came with high hopes for Full Steam Dumpling's ramen night at the Food Lounge. Everything started out well enough even though the music was on the loud side. As we were ordering, they played some Kate Bush (Running Up that Hill) and other such-type music. While we were waiting for our food, there was a long, somewhat awkward silence and at least one song was cut off right when it began) before moving on to some Beatles (Strawberry Fields) and The Doors (Riders on the Storm).Our food came just before 7:00pm and as we were finishing our food, a song I didn't know came on dropping the N-word and F-bomb multiple times (including, e.g., "I'll f------ slap a n-----") very clearly and loudly as I'm sitting with my 7-year-old in front of the Santa Cruz Arts Center in the outdoor dining area on the public sidewalk. I went inside 11th Hour Coffee where the same music was playing, and asked if they were responsible for said music.The barista (or other coffee house employee) said he wasn't in charge but he knew who was. He went over and spoke to the bartender adjacent to the Full Steam Dumpling kitchen. The music playing there was not the same as in 11th Hour Coffee and outside. I heard the dude-bro bartender repeat "They're upset with the music? Well, we're not changing it," with a derisive scoff/smirk. Are you serious? I do not need to be listening to that while I am eating with my family. I was not pleased or impressed.So, this location is not the most family-friendly, and unfortunately the bowl of ramen ($20) was also crap (too oniony, thin & oily broth, tough the mushrooms were, and it got cold very quickly). I have to admit the Razzmatazz from the bar was pretty good, tho. Good for a late night bachelor party, I guess (even if you start in broad daylight).
Great spot to fill with Ukuleles!
Shoyu tonkotsu ramen was quite good! The outside seating area is nice and the food was good. It’s worth the wait. It’s first come first serve, order at the counter pop up as one should expect. If you’re a group of 3 or 4 be prepared to wait 20min to order. You will be given pager which will notify you when your order is ready. There is also open seating so keep an eye out for an open spot as you wait for your order. Depending on how busy they are it could be another 20min before you see your food. There are only a few servers so I’d recommend ordering two drinks for oneself prior to receiving your food. Overall, a nice way to spend a night in and around downtown Santa Cruz.
My purpose out here today is to share this article to the world about how Dr maya helped me in getting back my EX-girlfriend that broke up with me 4 months ago. I tried all i can to make him see reasons with me so that we can continue our relationship but he denied me. Thank God for giving me the thought of going into the internet for help, i searched properly and i saw different reviews of Dr maya and i insisted in giving it a try by contacting him via what's app on (+2349052725689). He gave me reason to live again and he prepared a spell and told me that my Ex-girlfriend will come back to me within 24 hours. Can you believe it, my EX-girlfriend came back to me and our wedding will hold Soon. Contact him now!!! if you need any help. Email: [email protected] and he does a lot of spells. Once again i want to say am very grateful for your help
My purpose out here today is to share this article to the world about how Dr maya helped me in getting back my EX-girlfriend that broke up with me 4 months ago. I tried all i can to make him see reasons with me so that we can continue our relationship but he denied me. Thank God for giving me the thought of going into the internet for help, i searched properly and i saw different reviews of Dr maya and i insisted in giving it a try by contacting him via what's app on (+234905
great food at the lounge
A lovely place for an event...and excellent food and beverage choices
Great place for food, coffee, music and events
yummy food, cool people, beer and wine!!
Great music... at least tonight anyway!
Restaurantji Recommends
Came here for Oaxacan food EVENT !! AMAZING Had a great cider too! They had live music setting up but we couldn't stay. Seem like an interesting revolving place
Had so much fun. Ojan was cooking Iranian food for us all.
Great Persian influenced cuisine! Ojan's food is amazing! Thanks Food Lounge for another great night out.
The Food Lounge is the best! Love these ladies and what they are creating. Go check it out!
Amazing ambience especially on Thursday evenings when they host the open mic. Will go again.