Shadowbrook Restaurant Capitola

Name: Shadowbrook Restaurant Capitola
Address: 1750 Wharf Rd., Capitola, CA, United States, 95010
Telephone: (831) 475-1511
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

4194 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Great for scenic views

In Capitola-by-the-Sea, beside lush Soquel Creek just before it empties into the Monterey bay, Shadowbrook is best reached by its own quaint, hillside 'cable car' or the meandering garden path alongside waterfalls, ferns and flowers. For over 60 years, Shadowbrook has been famous its for fine food, wine and liqueurs served in an atmosphere of Old World charm and grace. Now, better then ever, Shadowbrook is perfect for any special occasion...or for no occasion at all.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Summer Dining Hours: Mon-Thu 5:00pm-8:45pm, Friday 4:30pm-8:45pm Sat 4:00pm-9:45pm Sun 4:00pm-8:45pm Summer Rockroom Bar Menu Available: Mon-Fri 4:00pm-10:00pm Saturday 3:30pm-10:00pm Sunday 2:30pm-10:00pm
Phone number
(831) 475-1511
Website
http://www.shadowbrook-capitola.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Roger Gowen
Catering
The Shadowbrook has an in-house pastry department for banquet, wedding, or special occasion needs. For more information please call Stephanie at 831-475-1222.
Private party facilities
Shadowbrook's four private dining rooms are the perfect location for evening special events, receptions, and weddings for groups of 10 to 100.
Private party contact
Stephanie: (831) 475-1222

Location
1750 Wharf Rd., Capitola, CA 95010
Area
Capitola
Cross Street
Capitola Rd.
Parking details
Three private lots with complimentary parking for guests; disabled parking spaces available.
Entertainment
Live music in the Rock Room Lounge Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Seared AhiUSD 18.95
Yellow Fin Tuna, Wasabi cream, Passion fruit, and soy-tempura dipping sauces
Artichoke Hearts (Vegan)USD 14.95
Deep-fried baby artichokes; served with a vegan cilantro-lemon aioli
Baked BrieUSD 15.95
Delicate pastry, mild Jalapeño jelly, and herbed Crostini
Fried CalamariUSD 17.95
Thai chili, Cocktail, and Tartar sauces
Bacon-Wrapped Prawns
char-grilled with sweet soy glaze, Sesame-mustard and pickled ginger-coconut cream sauces
Ahi PokeUSD 18.95
Diced Yellow Fin Tuna, Seagreens, Bamboo rice, Sesame seeds; topped with avocado

Soups

Creamy Artichoke
Puréed hearts of premium artichokes, chicken stock, leeks, potatoes, fresh cream
- CupUSD 9.95
Clam Chowder
Tender clams, oven-roasted sweet corn, bacon, fresh rosemary, diced potatoes
- CupUSD 11.95

Traditional Salads

Shadowbrook HouseUSD 17.95
Baby spinach, mango-chutney vinaigrette, Grape tomatoes, candied pecans, and two, char-grilled, bacon-wrapped prawns
- Without prawns (gluten-free)USD 13.95
CaesarUSD 14.95
Romaine, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, garlic croutons ♦ OPTIONAL ANCHOVY GARNISH
B.L.T.USD 15.95
Baby Iceberg Lettuce, Grape Tomatoes, bacon, garlic croutons, Danish Blue Cheese dressing

Seasonal

Ahi NiçoiseUSD 22.95
Lightly-seared seasoned tuna, local baby greens, Divina tomatoes, green beans, boiled egg, Niçoise olives, Grape tomatoes, herbed Red Potatoes, Sherry-Dijon vinaigrette

Seafood

'Pacific Rim' SalmonUSD 34.95
~ As Featured in Bon Appetit Magazine ~ Certified, sustainably-raised and organically fed; Seagreens, Ginger-Wasabi and Ponzu sauces
New England Sea ScallopsUSD 44.95
Sautéed spinach, garlic whipped potatoes, mushroom-sherry cream
Shrimp ScampiUSD 29.95
Sautéed Gulf Shrimp, spinach, Divina Tomatoes, served over fresh Tagliatelle Pasta
Lobster Tail
Butter-poached tail, garlic-whipped potato, broccolini, champagne-beurre blanc
- Single TailUSD 49.95
- Single Tail And 6oz SirloinUSD 69.95

Vegetarian

Black Truffle GnocchiUSD 27.95
Goat cheese Bechamel, truffle oil, seasonal vegetables
Grilled Vegetable MedleyUSD 24.95
Grilled seasonal vegetables, served over Coconut Rice topped with fried tofu and vegan Chipotle Aioli 24.95
Soba Noodle Medley (Vegan)USD 23.95
Marinated tofu, ginger broth, Shiitake Mushrooms

Sides

$8.95

Sauteed Local Vegetables
Crispy Polenta
Coconut Rice
Spinach, (Sautéed or Creamed)
Smoked Gouda Potato Gratin
Garlic-whipped Potato
French Fries
Vegetable Kebab
Bacon Brussel Sprouts
Mushroom Bread Pudding

Meat/Game

Butcher's FiletUSD 44.95
Char-grilled Angus Beef; served over Pomme purée, demi-glace; medley of Burst Cherry Tomatoes, bacon, Brussel Sprouts
"Chateau Cut" Prime Top-Sirloin
Char-grilled Angus steak, Chef's seasoned butter, smoked Gouda & Yukon Gold potato gratin, wild mushroom-Cipollini ragout
- 6ozUSD 29.95
- 10ozUSD 39.95
Chicken ParmigianaUSD 28.95
Lightly breaded and pan-fried, topped with fresh Mozzarella and house-made tomato sauce, served over fresh Linguine with Sorrentina sauce
Osso BuccoUSD 33.95
Braised ultra-premium pork, sautéed spinach with Shiitake Mushrooms & bacon, crispy polenta cake, oven braising juices; garnished with a Pine Nut gremolata
Honey Glazed, Bone-In Pork ChopUSD 29.95
14oz chop, char-grilled, honey glaze, sautéed green beans and Divina tomatoes, roasted garlic-parmesan Sweet potatoes
Blackened LambUSD 34.95
House-spiced loin of lamb, roasted garlic, beurre rouge, mushroom bread pudding, orange-honey glazed carrots

House Specialties

Slow-Roasted Angus Prime Rib
Garlic-whipped potato, creamed spinach, horseradish cream and Cabernet jus. Our Prime Ribs are slow-roasted daily and subject to availability
- 8oz CutUSD 34.95
- 12oz CutUSD 44.95
Blackened Ribeye Steak
Our classic Prime Rib placed in blackened spices and pan-seared
- 8 ozUSD 34.95
- 12 ozUSD 44.95

What 4,194 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5

4.5 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
0.9Value

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4,194 Reviews

C
Cisco
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Reviewed on 9 January 2019
1. Overall 5
I really liked this restaurant. From the decor to the perfectly prepared food everything was great. Arriving there was really neat as you go through an old-school looking elevator. Upon entering I was greatly very kindly and didn't have to wait long to be seated. The setting was very romantic with low light setting. The food was delicious and prepared very well! I really liked it and will definitely be coming back here.
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AdamM
San Francisco
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 9 October 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food and service! Great place to become engaged!!!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 October 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. Food and atmosphere were magical and my date was absolutely gorgeous!!
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SusanT
San Francisco
30 reviews
vip
4.0
30 reviews
Dined on 1 October 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Shadowbrook is a lovely place. It's unique, special and romantic - it makes for nice memories, and the food and service are generally delightful. My few, minor complaints are these: 1) the hostess was downright rude and unpleasant (not a good first impression upon arrival) - even if you can't help someone right away, look up and give a smile and friendly greeting; 2) the bathrooms are not easy to find/get too and always have a line; 3) twice I've requested well in advance to sit at a table not next to kids (because we rarely get a romantic night away from our own kids so we want quiet time at a place like Shadowbrook), but both times we were seated at tables immediately next to tables with kids; and 4) we were seated ten minutes later than our 6:30 reservation time despite checking in thirty minutes early for the reservation.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our reservation could have been handled better. Upon arrival, which was approx 10 min before our reservation time, we were asked to check back closer to our reservation time. Really? 10 minutes? So we complied, and checked back only to be given the buzzer. Why not give the buzzer when we checked in? Waited another 20 min before being seated! Seemed a bit stand off-ish. Other than that overall good experience!
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Deepwoods
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Food and service were good and they have a large menu. We had Prime Rib and Blackened Lamb and both were good, if basic. I wouldn't call it fine dining but good quality for the price. One complaint is that it was really loud - we had to practically yell across the table to be heard. For this reason alone I wouldn't go back. Forget about having a relaxing or romantic dinner here.
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EricaV
San Francisco
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on 30 September 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
I took my partner to Shadowbrook for a romantic birthday dinner. This was our first experience at this establishment. It started out wonderful. We were seated at a beautiful table over looking the water. Our waiter started off a little rocky. I had to ask another waiter if we could get a menu after sitting there for 5 minutes. After that the waiter was outstanding....until the end of dinner. We became less important and everyone around us were top priority. It took him a very long time to bring us the desert menu. We were going to get the check and leave. We decided to stay and get a desert. He sold us on a desert that was terrible. He also forgot the reason why we were there in the first place and didn’t bring her a birthday sundae like about 5 other tables around us received. Unfortunately, the ending of a wonderful date ended up with a bad taste in our mouth.
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Nnjoy
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a one of a kind restaurant and it's been around 70 years this year so you know they are doing something right. The location, the special touches not seen everywhere, and then there's the food. I am a foodie, I admit it, and you will love the food. Even the s house salad is scrumptious! Did I mention they will pick you up and deliver you back to your motel, B&B for a gratuity only? And the car is vintage!
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 September 2017
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful place, wonderful food and great service.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 25 September 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Shadowbrook continues to be one of our favorite restaurants. The place is so beautiful and the quality of food, service, wine is consistent and good. Always a good choice.
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1750 Wharf Rd., Capitola, CA 95010

Additional information

Cross Street
Capitola Rd.
Area
Capitola
Hours of Operation
Summer Dining Hours: Mon-Thu 5:00pm-8:45pm, Friday 4:30pm-8:45pm Sat 4:00pm-9:45pm Sun 4:00pm-8:45pm Summer Rockroom Bar Menu Available: Mon-Fri 4:00pm-10:00pm Saturday 3:30pm-10:00pm Sunday 2:30pm-10:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Three private lots with complimentary parking for guests; disabled parking spaces available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Roger Gowen
Entertainment
Live music in the Rock Room Lounge Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.shadowbrook-capitola.com/
Phone number
(831) 475-1511
Catering
The Shadowbrook has an in-house pastry department for banquet, wedding, or special occasion needs. For more information please call Stephanie at 831-475-1222.
Private party facilities
Shadowbrook's four private dining rooms are the perfect location for evening special events, receptions, and weddings for groups of 10 to 100.
Private party contact
Stephanie: (831) 475-1222

Shadowbrook Restaurant Capitola

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Additional information

Appetizers

Seared AhiUSD 18.95

Artichoke Hearts (Vegan)USD 14.95

Baked BrieUSD 15.95

Fried CalamariUSD 17.95

Bacon-Wrapped Prawns

Ahi PokeUSD 18.95

Soups

Creamy Artichoke

Clam Chowder

Traditional Salads

Shadowbrook HouseUSD 17.95

CaesarUSD 14.95

B.L.T.USD 15.95

Seasonal

Ahi NiçoiseUSD 22.95

Seafood

'Pacific Rim' SalmonUSD 34.95

New England Sea ScallopsUSD 44.95

Shrimp ScampiUSD 29.95

Lobster Tail

Vegetarian

Black Truffle GnocchiUSD 27.95

Grilled Vegetable MedleyUSD 24.95

Soba Noodle Medley (Vegan)USD 23.95

Sides

Sauteed Local Vegetables

Crispy Polenta

Coconut Rice

Spinach, (Sautéed or Creamed)

Smoked Gouda Potato Gratin

Garlic-whipped Potato

French Fries

Vegetable Kebab

Bacon Brussel Sprouts

Mushroom Bread Pudding

Meat/Game

Butcher's FiletUSD 44.95

"Chateau Cut" Prime Top-Sirloin

Chicken ParmigianaUSD 28.95

Osso BuccoUSD 33.95

Honey Glazed, Bone-In Pork ChopUSD 29.95

Blackened LambUSD 34.95

House Specialties

Slow-Roasted Angus Prime Rib

Blackened Ribeye Steak

Overall ratings and reviews

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