Ideal Bar & Grill

106 Beach St, Santa Cruz
(831) 423-5271

Recent Reviews

Adam Johnson

Nice location. Good Chowder.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chowder

Stefanie Kozyn

They have some of the best clam chowder I've eaten and the best fish tacos I've ever had! I never like fish tacos and I love theirs! I've been telling everybody about this place since we came back and when I go back to Santa Cruz I will go there again!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Grilled Fish Tacos GF Until 4pm Only, New England Clam Chowder, Salad

Dawn Larson

After a long day on the boardwalk we opted to have a good meal (instead of fried craziness) - we are sooo glad we did! First, we were.concerned about the cost of the dishes BUT the helpings are enormous - the ceviche was more than enough for 3 adults. We got to take advantage of lobster night ($20 for a whole one) - a pleasant surprise. The baked Brie & fig was amazing, as was the chicken parmesan. Highly recommend.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Live Maine Lobster

Anisha D.

This place has a great selection of breakfast & to top it all you can't miss the breathtaking ocean views!!! We ordered the eggs Benedict & the big breakfast & it was made to perfection!! If you are around Santacruz this place is a must try!!!

Kelly Parker

Get the Gilroy Garlic

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Fries

Alana C.

It was okay food not the best very pricey and not good quality. I order the dessert and rock solid cold atleast defrost it before. 2/10

Patrick S.

This was the first restaurant we jumped into in Santa Cruz Ever. Partly due to it raining we went in there and we didn't know what other restaurants would be on the board walk. The food was great. Sea bass, was amazing. The clam chowder was darn good, the strawberry milk shakes were delightful. The service was a bit slow but they were super busy. Our server was very nice. The atmosphere was loud and fun but now overly noisy. Being able to see the beach from inside is a very nice experience.

roger mendez

Great spot in Santa Cruz!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kat Trujillo

Always a favorite when we come to Santa Cruz! ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Clam Chowder Breadbowl, Stuffed Salmon, Chowder, Ahi Poke

Rene North

Great food, fabulous

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Gilroy Garlic Fries, Seafood Platter, Calamari 'N' Fries

Miles Remmel

Amazing atmosphere and helpful staff. Typical (expensive) tourist prices though. Food was pretty good.Kid-friendliness: Lots of open space and good views for the kiddos. Kids menus are offered.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Ernest Lopez

This was the first restaurant we jumped into in Santa Cruz Ever. Partly due to it raining we went in there and we didn’t know what other restaurants would be on the board walk. The food was great. Sea bass, was amazing. The clam chowder was darn good, the strawberry milk shakes were delightful. The service was a bit slow but they were super busy. Our server was very nice. The atmosphere was loud and fun but now overly noisy. Being able to see the beach from inside is a very nice experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Clam Chowder Breadbowl, Roasted Garlic & Brie, Fries, Chowder, Calamari 'N' Fries

Sydnie Q.

Our server was great, food was grub, amazing views, and the music throw back Thursday! Love the vibe

K F

Thanks for having us!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacob Humecky

Great location friendly staff food was

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Clam Chowder Breadbowl, Fresh Oysters, Chips, Chowder, Salad

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