25 Essential Santa Cruz Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Santa Cruz.
Seabright Deli
California
an everyday essential sandwich shop address in Santa Cruz, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 83.9.
Kianti’s Pizza & Pasta Bar
California
an everyday essential table known for disciplined pizza restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 81.3.
Bantam
California
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Santa Cruz's most persuasive pizza restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 80.4.
Harbor Café
Santa Cruz, California
4.6 stars from 1,113 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Lago di Como
Santa Cruz, California
4.6 stars from 577 reviews for this italian restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Lúpulo
Santa Cruz, California
4.6 stars from 625 reviews for this restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Mission St. BBQ
Santa Cruz, California
4.3 stars from 1,140 reviews for this barbecue restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Zachary's Restaurant
Santa Cruz, California
4.5 stars from 1,356 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Taqueria Los Pericos
Santa Cruz, California
4.5 stars from 2,225 reviews for this mexican restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Sala Thai
Santa Cruz, California
4.3 stars from 532 reviews for this thai restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Falafel Of Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California
4.2 stars from 643 reviews for this mediterranean restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
The Crêpe Place
Santa Cruz, California
4.4 stars from 1,082 reviews for this american restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Charlie Hong Kong
Santa Cruz, California
4.3 stars from 1,155 reviews for this vegan restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
The Walnut Avenue Cafe
Santa Cruz, California
4.5 stars from 1,122 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Fusion Fare Restaurant
Santa Cruz, California
4.7 stars from 238 reviews for this chinese restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Mozaic
Santa Cruz, California
4.4 stars from 857 reviews for this middle eastern restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Cafe Brasil
Santa Cruz, California
4.6 stars from 1,428 reviews for this brazilian restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Jack's Hamburgers
Santa Cruz, California
4.5 stars from 1,157 reviews for this hamburger restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California
4.4 stars from 2,115 reviews for this restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Akira Seabright
Santa Cruz, California
4.4 stars from 1,023 reviews for this sushi restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Hindquarter Bar & Grille
Santa Cruz, California
4.2 stars from 687 reviews for this bar & grill address in Santa Cruz.
Deke's Market - In Mah' Belly Deli
Santa Cruz, California
4.5 stars from 183 reviews for this sandwich shop address in Santa Cruz.
Sampa Brazilian Kitchen
Santa Cruz, California
4.8 stars from 323 reviews for this brazilian restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Mad Yolks
Santa Cruz, California
4.6 stars from 574 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Santa Cruz.
Hula's Island Grill
Santa Cruz, California
4.4 stars from 2,023 reviews for this hawaiian restaurant address in Santa Cruz.