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Zelda's on the Beach, Capitola, CA

Zelda's on the Beach

4.5
4.5
565 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Child-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
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.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in the Village:Parking spaces in the Village area is limited to three-hour stays at a rate of $1.50 an hour. Vehicles may be cited if they remain in the same space longer than three hours, regardless of payment for more time. Vehicles must be moved to another space every three hours.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joshua Whitby
  • Delivery & takeout

Experiences

  • Brunch on the Beach!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Zelda's on the Beach for an amazing seaside brunch experience! Stunning views of the bay won't be the only thing that leaves you speechless! Ocean view and beachfront seating available. Outside seating also available. Full bar, fantastic wine list and specialty cocktails all available!

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm
    Immerse yourself in our delicious selection of appetizers, handcrafted cocktails, and signature drinks. Savor the flavors of our mouthwatering dishes while catching up with friends or unwinding with colleagues. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is her to ensure that your experience is nothing short of exceptional.

What 565 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for groups

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Hot spot

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zelda's on the Beach offers "great food, service and ambience" with stunning ocean views, ideal for casual dining or special occasions. Guests love the "fabulous brunch" and "amazing" seafood dishes. While some find the menu limited, the "spectacular" setting and attentive staff make it a memorable experience.

565 Reviews
  1. Eugene VIP

    San Francisco12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table of seven for lunch choose three Asian Chicken salads, which my wife declares the "best" she has had, and she is a San Francisco foodie. Another had the Eggs Benedict which resulted in a clean plate, and I had the Mahi Mahi sandwich which was perfectly cooked on a wonderful roll. Oh and we started with the Fried Calamari that was crispy and tender. (Much better than the calamari we had two days later at a pricy Pebble Beach resort!) IF YOU'RE HEADING UP OR DOWN THE COAST STOP IN CAPITOLA AND FIND ZELDA'S!

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant was great. The staff was great. We definitely recommend this place.

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  3. Deanna VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We chose to eat outside on the deck. Weather was perfect for February. Food came out rather quickly, however they may have been a little short staffed. We had to ask for things at least twice and the waiter never asked us how our food was. It is still a great place to go, with spectacular views.

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  4. bob VIP

    New York City126 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 19 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for a light lunch…just some appetizers. Pleasant Oceanside restaurant. Relaxing time at meal

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  5. Darcy

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great spot to have a big hearty breakfast with a view of the ocean, Brighton beach, and the colorful homes along the beachfront. We had an omelet and the breakfast burrito which were both quite good. Service was also very friendly and attentive

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  6. joseph VIP

    San Francisco66 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service all around, great location. The specials were amazing.

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  7. Kenny

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 12 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was great food but really cold inside the restaurant but the service was great.

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  8. Dan

    San Francisco1 review

    4.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and good vibes, we love this place. Service was just a little slow this time around.

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  9. Brandon

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Barista was extremely friendly, server was as well. Great food and the view is top notch. Highly recommend Huevos Rancheros.

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  10. Dave VIP

    Seattle24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the breakfast spot to go to when you’re in Santa Cruz, would definitely come back here.

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FAQs

Zelda's on the Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 475-4900.

Zelda's on the Beach is rated 4.5 stars by 565 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Zelda's on the Beach

203 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Daily 7:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in the Village:Parking spaces in the Village area is limited to three-hour stays at a rate of $1.50 an hour. Vehicles may be cited if they remain in the same space longer than three hours, regardless of payment for more time. Vehicles must be moved to another space every three hours.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Joshua Whitby
  • Delivery & takeout
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