New American Restaurants in Santa Cruz, CA

Evarista's Comal Restaurant Family • $
2-1245 E Cliff Dr Unit A, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Chile Verde and Pulled Pork Omelette Served w Country Potatoes
Chilaquiles Rojos 2 Eggs Any Slile
Seafood Cioppino and Garlic Bread
4 Quesabirria Tacos and Consome
Crispy Chicken Cucumber Salad
Eggs Benedict Sauce on Sinde
Quesabirrias Lite Toppings
French Toast and Berries
Birria with Consome
Salmon Club Sandwich

“This is a cozy cute place with delicious café de olla, and Mexican dishes, live music and kind owners, convenient location to have food before walking to the beach.“

4.7 Superb106 Reviews
Vim Dining and Desserts American • $$$
2238 Mission St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Peanut Butter Trifle
Butter Charcuterie Board
Chorizo Fettuccine
Strawberry Churro
Cucumber Lemonade
Baked Steelhead
Balsamic Steak
Lamb Meatballs
Seasonal Salad
Smoked Salmon

“Color me impressed. If you follow me than you know I have expectations based on price point and this place didn't disappoint. It actually impressed me!!! Great service, wonderful ambiance, well made cocktails and every plate was exceptionally prepared.

Now, my usual disclaimer, if you're not a foodie you might not feel the same. I say this as I was talking to someone and he fully acknowledges he eats for survival and isn't a foodie, but came here for his girlfriend. He felt it was okay and would've preferred his usual pizza spot, but his foodie girlfriend loved it.

And no matter how full you are order dessert, it's what the chief was trained in and it show“

4.9 Superb68 Reviews
The Water Street Grill American • $$
503 Water St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Garlic Butter Shrimp Linguine Pasta
Filet Mignon and Lobster Tails
Filet Mignon with Lobster Tail
New York Steak with Prawns
Bourbon Street Chicken
Blackened Fish Tacos
Crispy Calamari
Grilled Chicken
Fried Asparagus
Cowboy Burger

“The staff is amazing! The food is amazingly fresh and flavorful. Hands down this Restaurant was a huge highlight of our vacation. Thank you for an awesome dinner, and making us feel right at home!“

4.4 Superb213 Reviews
BAD ANIMAL New American • $$
1011 Cedar St, Santa Cruz

“#bookshop #santacruz #hardcovers #softcovers #goodreads #mustreads“

4.4 Superb116 Reviews
Gabriella Café Italian • $$
910 Cedar St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Persimmons & Burrata
Breakfast Taco with Salad
Butternut Squash Ravioli
Brussels Sprouts
Porcini Gnocchi
Waffles
Fish

“Amazing food. Exquisite taste expertly prepared. The wait staff is so attentive and friendly. Loved everything from start to finish!“

4.2 Good237 Reviews
Crow's Nest Restaurant American • $$
2218 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Brioche French Toast with Strawberries and Vanilla Syrup
Clam Chowder or Soup of the Day
Alder Smoked Prime Rib of Beef
Our Award-Winning Calamari
Pear and Gorgonzola Salad
Crow's Nest Caesar Salad
Eggs Benedict Crab Cakes
Crow's Nest Cheesecake
Calamari Appetizer
Crabcake Benedict

“Great food, great staff, great service!“

4.1 Good399 Reviews
Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside Cocktail Bar • $$
200 High Rd, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Crispy Brussels Sprouts
Grilled Chicken Sando
Frozen Paloma Libre
Wayward Burger
Smoked Salmon
Fried Chicken
Laura Palmer
Venus Fries
True Grit
Cornbread

“I wrote a detailed review on 831 Best and Worst Facebook page and this was definitely the BEST category ! Cannot go wrong IMO !“

4.1 Good254 Reviews
Oswald Restaurant American • $$
121 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Pork Chop with Polenta
Blue Cheese Burger and Fries
Hamburger with Blue Cheese
Mushroom Bruschetta
Halibut and Clams
Steak Medium-Rare
Market Fish Plate
Chocolate Souffle
French Fries
Chicken Soup

“Great cocktails and appetizers“

4.1 Good248 Reviews
FireFish Grill Seafood • $$
25 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Riva's Famous Fried Calamari
Oysters on the Half Shell
Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Firefish Seafood Platter
The New Fish and Chips
Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Seafood Rockefeller
Calamari and Fries
Clam Chowder Bowl
Fisherman's Pasta

“The food was outstanding, we had the one of the daily specials and our server was very friendly.“

4.1 Good186 Reviews
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Süda

Süda American • $$
3910 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Burrata Salad and Steak on the Side
Crème Brûlée French Toast
Creme Brulee French Toast
Sweet Potato Fries
Baja Snapper Tacos
Cauliflower Burger
Crunchy Detox Salad
Kale Caesar Salad
Cauliflower Wings
Portola Benedict

“Visiting SC from Michigan and came across Suda. Glad we did. Looked like it had a good vibe from the outside so we went in and sat at the bar where we had drinks. What fun! The bartender, Max, was slammed but never stopped smiling. We had fun watching him and talking with him. He knows his drinks! So much fun we came back for dinner another night. Max came over to our table to welcome us back! The drinks and food were really good! We’ll definitely be back next visit to SC. Hopefully, Max, will be there too!“

4.1 Good174 Reviews
Johnny's Harborside Seafood • $$
493 Lake Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Sand Dab Sandwich
Shrimp and Grits
Fish and Chips
Fried Calamari
Fish & Chips
Caesar Salad
Fresh Catch
Clam Chowder
Very Fresh
Fresh Fish

“So happy to have Johnnys open for lunch and Taco Tuesday ❣️“

4.1 Good140 Reviews
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Bantam

Bantam American • $$
1010 Fair Ave, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Fried Chicken Breast
Pickled Cauliflower
Margherita Pizza
Pepperoni Pizza
Sopressata Pizza
Marinara Pizza
Margarita Pizza
Caesar Salad
Napoli Pizza
Sausage

“The service was good and the food was delivered quickly.“

4.2 Good71 Reviews
Avanti Restaurant American • $$
1917 Mission St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Dinosaur Kale Salad with Almonds Ricotta Salt Citrus Vinaigrette
Seafood Linguine Puttanesca
Daily Fish Special
Braised Short Rib
Chocolate Mousse
Potato Gnocchi
Caesar Salad
Fried Cheese
Focaccia

“Excellent appetizers, amazing healthy food and great service.“

4.1 Good63 Reviews
Ulterior Cocktail Bar • $
110 Pearl Alley, Santa Cruz

“Such a neat place! We really enjoyed this spot. Service and drinks! Their house drink menu is very unique and fun! Definitely recommend if you're visiting Santa Cruz! The entrance is around the back of motiv off pearl alley but if it's after 9:30p you'll need to go to motiv first to get stamped anyways.“

3.6 Good22 Reviews
Solaire Restaurant + Bar American • $$
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

Steamer Lane Sandwich
Bacon Ham or Brisket
Breakfast Sandwich
Solaire Breakfast
Burger and Fries
Croissant Sando
Cinnamon Toast
Beet Salad
Bailey
Samosa

“We had a delicious meal with views of the pool on one side and the gorgeous lobby on the other. The food was very good, and the details of the design of the whole place were inspiring. We had refreshing cocktails and thoroughly pleasant experience.“

3.4 Good79 Reviews
The View at Chaminade Bar & Grill • $$$
1 Chaminade Ln, Santa Cruz

Customers` Favorites

California Artisan Cheeseboard
Honey Chipotle Salmon Salad
Raspberry Cheese Cake
Sticky Toffee Pudding
Raspberry Cheesecake
Chaminade Benedict
Braised Short Rib
The View Salad
Steak and Eggs
Truffle Fries

“A Wonderful Hideaway Spot for a perfect Chill Romantic Rendezvous especially after a fun filled challenging Stick Shift convertible sports Car zip zap curvy drive on Highway 17S. Many Thanks to Jaxson for being so Attentive during our visit there. The Lush Green valley Tree Top View with the Ocean Sunset in the background was just perfect. Cocktails, Cabernet Sauvignon and Fish Tacos while whispering sweet nothings to her shall be a memory to cherish. We truly appreciated the outdoor heaters and blankets to make the atmosphere really cozy. Chaminade is always great visit to enjoy their outdoor grounds and nearby fun filled Santa Cruz & Capitola.“

3.5 Good436 Reviews