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  • Anne
    San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great accommodation of a large party. Thank you for having us. All the food was delicious and I’m sure you will have our business in the future.
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    LailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz
    4.7
  • Charlie
    Orange County •18 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    A very solid/reliable spot. My fries were fantastic. Sounds basic but a well executed french fry served in the right way is remarkably uncommon. My burger could have use a bit more mass on the patty and less on the bun but was overall good. My date had the scallops and she seemed to quite enjoy them. Cocktails here are solidly above average. We sat away from the bar and enjoyed a pleasant ambience; lively but not loud, so that we were able to have a conversation easily. For whatever accidental reason we just hadn't been there in a while. We'll be back.
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    OswaldPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
    4.6
  • BethVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food and service were great! We shared the focaccia bread, the arugula salad and the mushroom ravioli with chicken apple sausage. All were excellent. I recommend this restaurant.
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    Gabriella CafePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz
    4.7
  • DavidVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •16 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    My friend had the seafood pasta she had the gluten-free pasta which added two dollars to the service. I had the special which was a beef tenderloin tortellini style pasta with a creamy sauce, which was very good. My friend had the seafood pasta, she really enjoyed it. She thought it was an excellent value, and the flavor was very good. I like the overall feel of the restaurant. I like the fact you’re not freezing inside of it which it can be a problem with many restaurants in Santa Cruz. This restaurant was very warm and comfortable and we will definitely be back with friends. 
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    OblòPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz
    4.7
  • OpenTable DinerVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 14 Dec 2024
    A truly memorable experience with a delicious unique menu. The entire staff was top notch. The bolognese and pineapple panna cotta were some of the most flavorful items I can recall ever eating but everything was great. Definitely recommend, especially compared to any other places in the area. And sit at the chef’s counter!
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    Alderwood Santa CruzPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
    4.7

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Celebrate special occasions at the best restaurants in Santa Cruz. Our customers recommend la Posta, Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge and Gabriella Cafe

As of 23 Dec 2024 there are 22 restaurants in Santa Cruz. Filter by ‘outdoor dining’, ‘romantic’ or ‘dog friendly’.

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