Venus Spirits Tasting Room
200 High Rd, Santa Cruz
(831) 600-7376
Recent Reviews
The brussel sprouts are always outstanding---salty/sweet and crispy! The stratiatelli appetizer is a generous portion for the table to share. The butternut squash soup was tasty, but not overwhelming. Everything we ordered for our party of 4 was delicious--especially the short rib and the salmon entrees.
Our reservation for six shrunk to four, but no probs for the restaurant. Server was FANTASTIC, but don't know her name. She handled the complexity of and changes to our orders with aplomb, and repeatedly checked in. Food and drinks were all well-crafted and met or exceeded expectations, and the birthday boy's slice of chocolate torte was much appreciated!
Apparently the host neglected to tell our server that we'd been seated in a far corner of the patio. So we waited quite awhile until she found us. Helen was most apologetic, offered our cocktails on the house, and brought us a comped dessert. Very professional, charming, and classy. We thoroughly enjoyed our evening, despite the initial (minor) hiccup. We'll definitely return!