The View Restaurant & Bar

Name: The View Restaurant & Bar
Address: One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United States, 95065
Telephone: (831) 465-3452
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

1217 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Set high on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, The View Restaurant & Bar at Chaminade offers a unique dining experience. Indoor and outdoor seating allows guests to enjoy the naturally beautiful scenery which compliments the contemporary California Cuisine. Whether it’s sustainable seafood or locally grown produce, The View emphasizes natural ingredients while providing four-diamond service. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks to help cover increases in labor costs and to support a higher minimum wage.

***Please note that our kitchen closes from 1:30pm-2:00pm to prepare for dinner service. Our bar and restaurant remain open during that time, offering a fine selection of local wines, craft beers, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic refreshments to enjoy.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Grill
Hours of Operation
Daily 7:00 am–1:30 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 465-3452
Website
https://www.chaminade.com/santa-cruz-restaurants/the-view-restaurant/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Avram Samuels
Catering
The View is the ideal venue for celebrating all of life's special occasions. There are several venues to choose from for either an indoor or outdoor catered event. Each venue can be transformed to meet your specifications with delicious menus to entertain and impress your guests. For more information contact our Catering Sales Team at 831.465.3452
Private party facilities
The View is the ideal venue for celebrating all of life's special occasions. There are several venues to choose from for either an indoor or outdoor catered event. Each venue can be transformed to meet your specifications with delicious menus to entertain and impress your guests. For more information contact our Catering Sales Team at 831.465.3452

Location
One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Area
Santa Cruz
Cross Street
Paul Sweet Road
Parking details
Self-parking and valet parking available. A fee may apply for valet on special event days.
Public transit
Santa Cruz Metro off Paul Sweet Road
Entertainment
Two televisions
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Tempura Green BeansUSD 12.00
Tempura battered | parmesan cheese | habanero aioli
Crispy CalamariUSD 16.00
Habanero aioli | fried chili & lemon
California Artisan CheeseboardUSD 20.00
Chef selected cheeses | local honey | almonds | crackers
Korean Hot Chicken SandwichUSD 25.00
Golden Sheaf Bakery baguette | organic fried chicken thigh | Thai pickled tropical fruit | mac salad
Truffle FriesUSD 12.00
House fries | truffle aioli
Street Tacos (3 Tacos)USD 22.00
Marinated sirloin steak | corn tortilla | chopped cilantro & onion | salsa fresca | fried chili
Fish and ChipsUSD 30.00
Local cod | 805 Beer Batter | house fries | remoulade | lemon
Kobe Beef Sliders (3 Sliders)USD 18.00
Kobe beef | secret sauce | pickles
Iceberg Wedge SaladUSD 15.00
Shaved bermuda onion | Dirty Girl Farms Tomato | candied bacon | Pt. Reyes Blue Cheese Vinaigrette
All American BurgerUSD 24.00
Potato Bun 100% Gluten Free, Vegan. Half pound custom blend | Angus chuck-brisket-short rib | organic lettuce | tomato | onion | potato bun | secret sauce | kosher pickle | house fries
- Veggie Option: beyond | Black Bean BurgerUSD 24.00

What 1,217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Innovative
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Good for groups
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Hot spot
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for fine wines
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Romantic
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Good for special occasions
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Lively
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The View Restaurant & Bar offers a "breathtaking" setting with stunning views, making it perfect for special occasions. Guests appreciate the "delicious" food and "fantastic" brunch options. While service can be hit or miss, the ambiance and unique menu items like calamari and crab cakes are memorable. Ideal for a leisurely meal.

1,217 Reviews

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Ryan
San Francisco
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Sorry for a buetiful place but for one the options of the menu were very small expecially me that eats meat and then the only steak that came on menu and it was by far probably worse steak I've had and mushrooms were bad.salmon was asked cooked well done and it came slimy not cooked thru.and then the price was high for what was served.the server was nice
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Kimberly
Tahoe
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The View was great! We really enjoyed it and the view is spectacular!!
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andrea
Central Coast
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We stayed at the resort and went to the restaurant for our anniversary. Shoutout to the host! She was super sweet and professional (we didn’t catch her name unfortunately) its nice to meet someone with vreat personality. Our server andrew was super nice too! The best customer service i’ve ever had! We got the bone in short ribs, and burger for entree. We liked the burger more, also we ordered a calamari for an appetizer it was the best calamari we ever had!! Definitely will come back there
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Steven
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service and the meal was awesome! The live music was a nice touch on the whole experience!
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Cindi
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 2 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Waiter was excellent and the atmosphere was amazing. Food was very good and the restaurant was dog friendly!
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Alyx
VIP
Sacramento
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on 26 January 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had a lovely brunch, as always. We booked a family reservation, and in the notes, we mentioned it was a birthday celebration, but no one addressed it, even after telling them that it was “dad's birthday.” I had to remind the server a second time when the check arrived. The host, at minimum, could have said something because they read the reservation when they checked you in. Although we love the ambiance and food, I would not come back for a birthday celebration again.
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Jedidiah
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had lunch at the view, directly after an engagement photo shoot with my fiancée and everything was absolutely amazing. From the good to the view, the wait staff and every personal encounter with any staff was well above and beyond expectations. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a special day or occasion. Great place to eat
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Daniel
VIP
Central Coast
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 25 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a fantastic brunch for my mom’s birthday. The service was amazing and the food was delicious.
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Deanna
VIP
Central Coast
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Delicious crab cakes. Didn't enjoy the rib dinner. It was quite fatty!
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Ron
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had my family & friends join this special occasion & we all had an excellent time with laughter, great food, & delicious drinks. See you soon!
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FAQs

The View Restaurant & Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 465-3452.

The View Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 1217 OpenTable diners.

The View Restaurant & Bar does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

16 Feb 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 27 times today

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One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95065

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Paul Sweet Road
Area
Santa Cruz
Hours of Operation
Daily 7:00 am–1:30 pm Brunch Sun 9:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Californian, Grill
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Self-parking and valet parking available. A fee may apply for valet on special event days.
Public transit
Santa Cruz Metro off Paul Sweet Road
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Avram Samuels
Entertainment
Two televisions
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.chaminade.com/santa-cruz-restaurants/the-view-restaurant/
Phone number
(831) 465-3452
Catering
The View is the ideal venue for celebrating all of life's special occasions. There are several venues to choose from for either an indoor or outdoor catered event. Each venue can be transformed to meet your specifications with delicious menus to entertain and impress your guests. For more information contact our Catering Sales Team at 831.465.3452
Private party facilities
The View is the ideal venue for celebrating all of life's special occasions. There are several venues to choose from for either an indoor or outdoor catered event. Each venue can be transformed to meet your specifications with delicious menus to entertain and impress your guests. For more information contact our Catering Sales Team at 831.465.3452

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The View Restaurant & Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card

Menu

Main

Tempura Green BeansUSD 12.00

Crispy CalamariUSD 16.00

California Artisan CheeseboardUSD 20.00

Korean Hot Chicken SandwichUSD 25.00

Truffle FriesUSD 12.00

Street Tacos (3 Tacos)USD 22.00

Fish and ChipsUSD 30.00

Kobe Beef Sliders (3 Sliders)USD 18.00

Iceberg Wedge SaladUSD 15.00

All American BurgerUSD 24.00

What 1,217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The View Restaurant & Bar offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The View Restaurant & Bar restaurant rated?

Does The View Restaurant & Bar offer gift cards?

Is The View Restaurant & Bar currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Gift card