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A photo of Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside restaurant
1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside
4.5
Awesome(356)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Aptos
Booked 19 times today
Newly renovated beachside restaurant, located in Aptos, CA. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails with locally distilled Venus Spirits and a menu featuring local seafood, produce, and Venus favorites. Indoor, bar, and patio seating available. HOURS: Wednesday - Thursday // 5pm - 9pmFriday // 4pm - 9pmSaturday - Sunday // 12pm - 9pm
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2. Sevy's Bar + Kitchen
3.4
Very Good(201)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Aptos
Booked 2 times today
Sevy's Bar + Kitchen is located in Aptos, California at the Seacliff Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This newly-renovated establishment offers a variety of menu items for lunch and dinner with a focus on fresh California cuisine. A truly serene patio dining setting sets the mood for a relaxing lunch, romantic dinner or some family fun with your pup! Don't forget to bring your favorite friends along and indulge in some hand crafted cocktails, local beers and wine from the full bar. Live entertainment will be featured weekly, so be sure to check out the schedule on our website.Thank you and we hope to see you soon!
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3. Suda
4.8
Exceptional(392)
Price: Expensive
• American • Santa Cruz
Booked 18 times today
Pairing seasonal produce from local farmers with line caught fish and lean, hormone-free beef, the menu at Süda stays as fresh as the ingredients. With a variety of inventive dishes, including vegan and gluten free options, there is truly something for everyone.The atmosphere at the bar is lively, while booths offer diners a more intimate experience making Süda the perfect place for a casual meal with friends or a night out with someone special. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you can enjoy fresh food whenever your heart desires.
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4. Sanderlings - Seascape Resort
3.7
Very Good(1304)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Aptos
Booked 6 times today
Sanderlings Restaurant at Seascape Beach Resort offers elegant, casual dining with a spectacular ocean view from sunrise to sunset.
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5. Pete's Capitola
4.5
Awesome(48)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Capitola
Booked 8 times today
A culinary celebration of California's coastal offerings, and a heartfelt tribute to the late Peter Orr. Founded by Sarah Orr and her mother Mary Ann Orr of Sunset Hospitality Group, Pete's Fish House embodies a deep-rooted passion for community and culinary excellence.Named in honor of Sarah's father and mentor, this restaurant is more than just a dining experience—it's a reflection of cherished memories and Peter’s larger than life legacy. Sarah explains, "I have been looking for a way to honor him, and this feels like the right way to do that."At Pete's Fish House, expect a menu that is inspired by the coastal waters and the bountiful local agriculture that Peter was deeply committed to, ensuring a true representation of our region's culinary heritage.
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6. Paradise Beach Grille
4.5
Awesome(48)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Capitola
Booked 13 times today
Paradise maximizes the beautiful beach location on Monterey Bay with an outdoor patio, views of the historic Venetian condominiums, and the ocean. We also feature an outdoor fireplace perfect for that cozy dinner or wine tasting. We have high top tables in the bar area for drinks or dining, as well as an attractive and spacious dining room. Customers enjoy the various casual venues yet an upscale flair with quality food, beverage, and service.
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7. Zelda's on the Beach
4.4
Awesome(561)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Capitola
Booked 6 times today
Zelda’s restaurant is in the heart of Capitola Village. We are located on the beach with spectacular views of the Monterey Bay and Capitola Wharf.Zelda’s Restaurant has been serving local customers as well as others from all over the world for the past thirty years. We offer indoor and outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where you can literally reach and touch the warm sand of Capitola Beach.
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8. Margaritaville, Capitola
4.7
Exceptional(7)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Capitola
Booked 17 times today
Welcome to Margaritaville Capitola! Our restaurant has been welcoming guests to Capitola for over 30 years. In January 2015 the original owners sold the business to Sunset Hospitality Group, a Santa Cruz family owned and operated company. We completed a full remodel of the restaurant, reinvented the food and service and opened May 7, 2015.The new Margaritaville is dedicated to serving made from scratch Mexican seafood in a first class casual environment. Our dog-friendly heated patio is a great place to enjoy Baja fish tacos and Crispy Calamari. In addition we take pride in serving a variety of handcrafted margaritas made with fresh juice and local produce.Sunset Hospitality is grateful for the support of Capitola and looks forward to serving the community and visitors for years to come.
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9. Vinocruz
4.6
Exceptional(126)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Soquel
Booked 1 time today
Vinocruz Wine Bar and Kitchen features over 50 local wines by the glass from the beautiful and often under appreciated Santa Cruz Mountains AVA starting at about $9 a glass along with local ciders and beers on tap. We also have an extensive menu of small plates including Flatbreads, Fish Tacos, Street Tacos, Short rib Sliders, House made Hummus, Vino Burger, Port infused Truffles, daily specials and much more!We are located in Soquel Village about a 2 min drive from Capitola beach and 10 min from SC Beach Boardwalk. Our large redwood bar and handmade tables offer a cozy, but modern dining experience. For groups larger than 4 please give us a call and we would be happy to accommodate you. Our goal is to be your go-to location for a slightly upscale wine bar in Santa Cruz County and also THE place to go explore Santa Cruz Mountains Wines.
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10. Solaire Restaurant + Bar
2.2
(222)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Whether it be a cocktail while soaking up the sun at the poolside patio, anexpertly prepared meal, or a spirited conversation at the bar, SolaireRestaurant + Bar offers the best of what is available with the changingseasons.Solaire offers a truly local dining destination that offers unexpected andoffbeat twists on local ingredients and flavors. The atmosphere of theseasonal restaurant changes based on the weather—in the warm weathermonths it is a playful experience centered on the indoor/outdoor restaurant spaces andthe vibrant pool scene. In the foggier months, guests can relax under the powerful outdoor heaters in our indoor/outdoor covered space while enjoying a cocktail. Mirroring the laid-back attitude of Santa Cruz, the restaurant and bar bring the natural outdoor elements inside in imaginative and modern ways.

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  • Suzette
    California Central Coast •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined today
    Our server was PHENOMENAL. SO kind and patient and thoughtful and knowledgeable. Just smiled the whole time and did not appear rushed even though the room was packed. Great suggestions, had apparently tried everything on the menu, and really wanted to make sure we got whatever we wanted /needed out of the evening. Was the food the most amazing thing on the planet? No… but it was straight up, solid. Like 4.75/5. Flavorful, cooked exactly as it should, fresh, and balanced. We would 100% go back. Such a great vibe and experience. Thank you for giving us a wonderful evening out! We needed it.
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    SudaPrice: Expensive• American• Santa Cruz
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    4.8
  • hanah
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great oysters, burger, the Brussel sprouts were a bit salty but not always that salty!
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    Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | BeachsidePrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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    4.5
  • Jeff
    San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Overall good experience. Food especially the pasta was fun and the tastes of everything a bit different and not main stream. We would highly recommend Pete's if you want a more unique dining experience. Not inexpensive for sure, but we will definitely go back soon.
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    Pete's CapitolaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Capitola
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    4.5
  • GailVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 9 Feb 2025
    We enjoyed a beautiful sunset dinner with outstanding food and service. We each had the opah fish special and a delicious raw fish appetizer. Will definitely come back again!
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    Sanderlings - Seascape ResortPrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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    3.7
  • MikeVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •96 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 2 Jan 2025
    A very nice dinner. Russel was an attentive, competent server. We will be back.
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    Sevy's Bar + KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Aptos
    •
    3.4

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