Guidebook for Santa Cruz
Food Scene
Riva Fish House
31 Municipal WharfAmazing ocean view and the surf break "Steamer Lane"
Fantastic breakfast on Pacific Garden Mall! Go early to avoid the wait or put your name on the list and shop in the vintage stores next door!
47 locals recommend
Zachary's Restaurant
819 Pacific AveFantastic breakfast on Pacific Garden Mall! Go early to avoid the wait or put your name on the list and shop in the vintage stores next door!
Riva Fish House
31 Municipal WharfCowboy Bar & Grill
5447 Hwy 9Drinks & Nightlife
Shadowbrook Restaurant
1750 Wharf RdHistoric restaurant overlooking the river in Capitola.
Historic building on the river in Capitola. Ride the tram down the hill! Unbelievable landscaping and serene setting on the river. Live music on weekends!Sit by the fireplace!
205 locals recommend
Shadowbrook Restaurant
1750 Wharf RdHistoric building on the river in Capitola. Ride the tram down the hill! Unbelievable landscaping and serene setting on the river. Live music on weekends!Sit by the fireplace!
The Crêpe Place
1134 Soquel AveGreat live music!
Essentials
This is a small independent family owned grocery store featuring organic produce, gourmet cheeses and an amazing wine selection.
76 locals recommend
Shopper's Corner
622 Soquel AveThis is a small independent family owned grocery store featuring organic produce, gourmet cheeses and an amazing wine selection.
New Leaf Community Markets
Excellent grocery store with deli counter,snacks organic meats.
Whole Foods Market
911 Soquel AveNice Whole Foods with lots of everything!
Sightseeing
Natural Bridges State Beach
2531 W Cliff DrBeautiful beach next to Park with the monarch butterflies.
261 locals recommend
Natural Bridges State Beach
2531 W Cliff DrBeautiful beach next to Park with the monarch butterflies.
Pogonip
501 and 410 Golf Club DrPogonip
501 and 410 Golf Club DrFantastic City owned Park. Beautiful hiking trails!
Wilder Ranch State Park
1401 Coast RdThe Mystery Spot
465 Mystery Spot RdThe Mystery Spot
465 Mystery Spot RdLocated on the site of a former sardine cannery in Monterey, California, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the second largest aquarium in the world. It has an annual attendance of 1.8 million and holds 35,000 plants and animals representing 550 species.
668 locals recommend
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowLocated on the site of a former sardine cannery in Monterey, California, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the second largest aquarium in the world. It has an annual attendance of 1.8 million and holds 35,000 plants and animals representing 550 species.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
100 McAllister WayMy favorite places to for meals, snacks or drinks!
Chart House style food in the yacht harbor ON the beach! Great steaks and seafood and a fantastic salad bar.Watch the sailboats!
276 locals recommend
Crow's Nest Restaurant
2218 E Cliff DrChart House style food in the yacht harbor ON the beach! Great steaks and seafood and a fantastic salad bar.Watch the sailboats!
Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Food scene
Outstanding breakfast with homemade muffins. Great spot to " people watch" while waiting!
38 locals recommend
The Walnut Avenue Cafe
106 Walnut AveOutstanding breakfast with homemade muffins. Great spot to " people watch" while waiting!
Riva Fish House
31 Municipal WharfShopping
Pacific Trading Co.
1224 Pacific AveGreat high end clothing store with a sometimes fabulous sale rack!
Great casual clothing for everyone.Laid back gear and Santa Cruz apparel. Flip flops,beach hats, swim suits etc
27 locals recommend
Pacific Wave
1502 Pacific AveGreat casual clothing for everyone.Laid back gear and Santa Cruz apparel. Flip flops,beach hats, swim suits etc