11 Best Juice Bars & Smoothies in Santa Cruz

“this was SO GOOD. we had never had brazilian before and it blew us away. GET THE APPETIZER SAMPLER. IT WAS SOOOO GOOD. my man and me are definitely salty eaters so it could 1000% just be us, but we felt the dishes needed some salt. there was nothing wrong any of the food tho, we just love salt. the food was to die for and the service was amazing. 10/10 im gonna go to sleep thinking about it“

“Wow, had the beef with plantans and avo sauce. Bring an appetite!“

“Okay - out The gate friendliest guy at the counter I’ve ever seen and not just personable, but funny, and he actually prevented me from ordering a wheat noodle dish in lieu of the soup that had a rice noodle saying that the wheat noodle tends to anchor people down and make it hard to stay mobile for the rest of the day, so I appreciated that you went with the rice noodle dish when it came out it looked very presentable and like I wanted to terror right into it first spite of each dish we have the Momos and the rice noodle soup with tofu both very vegetarian options but first bite of the soup and I was a fan. Somehow they made this tofu taste like a really tasty meat. I do not know how they accomplished that but they did and then the Momo’s hot I had to blow on it, however just bursting with flavor and I couldn’t sing enough praises about it.All the stars from merely two bites. I will be finishing all of this and be returning to River Cafe soon. As the GM of a popular local restaurant myself, I just love discovering local eateries that still know the value of customer service, high quality ingredients and executing each dish with careful precision. Hell yeah- River Cafe does it right. Just eat there, you’ll be stoked you did.“

“Cool Kava bar, friendly staff and patrons. Nice to find a cool place like this when visiting in town!“

“I just had an amazing experience at Pleasure Point Juice, definitely my new favorite spot! I tried their spinach, cucumber, and pineapple juice, and it was absolutely delicious. The combination was so refreshing and flavorful, and you could tell the ingredients were super fresh. I also had their strawberry agua fresca (which, if you’ve never had one, is a traditional Mexican drink made by blending fruit with water, sugar, and a little lime—light, sweet, and so hydrating!). It was the perfect balance of sweetness and tang.

But it’s not just the drinks that impressed me. I also tried their tacos, and they were so good! The flavors were on point, and everything tasted fresh and homemade. Honestly, the food alone would be enough to keep me coming back, but paired with the refreshing drinks, this place is a total winner.

I highly recommend Please Point Juice, whether you’re looking for a healthy juice, a flavorful agua fresca, or just a delicious meal. This place is a gem!“

“This is my favorite coffee spot in Santa Cruz county. Peoples coffee has a Friendly staff and great atmosphere. The baristas here won’t let you down.“

“Almost all of their menu is vegan, just be careful to avoid honey and bee pollen. The acai bowls are made of a good variety of good tasting ingredients. Their smoothies and toasts are also really well done. Highly recommend if you're looking for something on the healthier side! Updated from previous review on 2026-08-30“

“Stopped by Blenders at the Beach on a sunny afternoon and was really pleased with the overall vibe. The place felt lively and welcoming, and the service was friendly and efficient from the start.

I enjoyed my visit, though I did find the seating area a bit cramped for how busy it was. That small inconvenience aside, everything else was solid and I’d happily come back again.“

“I accidentally ordered from this location through their app on 12/13, and the staff handled my issue with kindness and professionalism. Be very careful, as the location finder can select the wrong store. Big kudos to the customer service team at this store!“

“Good place to grab a coffee only steps away from the beach. They offer fun and inventive coffees, such as thin mint and raspberry truffle mochas, alongside everything else you'd expect. In addition to coffee, they offer bagels, pastries, and other snacks. The staff are friendly, and the drinks are good, but I did have an issue when my mocha wasn't stirred, as well as my friend's on one of the visits. Overall, it's a good place to grab a coffee, and the location is unbeatable.“

“Cute cafe with friendly staff! I especially like the various mochas and seasonal drinks they have. Both are unique and super good! I love that they have house made whipped cream they scoop onto the coffee too. I highly recommend to people who enjoy things that taste good.“