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SOUPS • SEAFOOD • GRILL • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Ideal Bar & Grill
106 Beach Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Kids Chicken Strips & Fries | $11.95 |
3 Chicken strips served with ranch dressing and french fries. | |
| Bowl Clam Chowder | $10.95 |
award winning clam chowder | |
| Ideal Burger | $17.95 |
braveheart black angus burger on a potato bun, served with lettuce, tomato, sliced read onion and pickles on the side with french fries. |
SALADS • SANDWICHES • TAPAS
Lupolo Craft Beer House
233 Cathcart St, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Rizada | $12.00 |
organic kale, beets, aged cheddar, almonds, dark lemon vinaigrette | |
| Empanada | $7.00 |
South American-style baked empanadas with flaky crust and choice of filling. Side of sauce | |
| Taco Plate -Combo | $14.00 |
Three tacos with choice of filling + side of beans |
Bantam- Santa Cruz
1010 Fair Ave Suite J, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Nettles | $24.00 |
hen of the woods, fiscalini, Calabrians | |
| Margherita Pizza | $19.00 |
tomato, mozzarella, basil | |
| Soppressata | $25.00 |
tomato, mozzarella, basil and spicy honey |
Belly Goat Burgers
725 Front Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Viva La Verde | $14.00 |
Chayote, Pickled Jalapeno Slaw, Pablano Relish, smoked chedder, and bacon. | |
| Seoul Surfer | $14.00 |
Kimchi, toasted sesame, BBQ;d smoked pork belly, fried egg, gochujang mayo | |
| Drunkin Onion | $13.00 |
Pickled russian dressing, baby greens, chilled english pickles, gruyere cheese, brandied white onions. |
Manresa Bread Santa Cruz - 330 Ingalls Street
330 Ingalls Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Baguette | $5.00 |
Organic red and white wheat, water, salt, naturally leavened | |
| Levain | $10.00 |
Organic whole wheat, organic white wheat, organic rye, sourdough starter, water, salt. | |
| Pain Au Choc. | $5.50 |
Allergens: wheat, dairy, eggs Ingredients: organic flour, butter, yeast, salt, sugar, egg, water, barley syrup, puratos, valrhona chocolate. |
PIZZA • SMOKED SALMON
Lago Di Como - Santa Cruz
21490 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Tagliere caprese | $16.50 |
mixed of imported Italian salami, Parma ham, coppa & marinated cerignola olives | |
| PESCATO DEL GIORNO | $35.00 |
ASK YOUR SERVER FOR THE FISH OF THE DAY, SERVED WITH YOUR SIDE OF CHOICE : INSALATA MISTA, PATATE ARROSTO, OR SPINACI & BURRO | |
| Cup Soup | $8.95 |
Home made soup of the day |
Pacific Thai Santa Cruz Inc - 1319 Pacific Avenue - Santa Cruz, CA 95060 - Downtown Santa Cruz
1319 PACIFIC AVE, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Fried Spring Rolls | $11.25 |
4 Deep-fried vegetarian rolls-black shitake mushrooms, cabbage, carrots and silver noodles served with house plum sauce.[Vegetarian] | |
| Yellow Curry | $15.95 |
Vegan, gluten free mild coconut milk curry base with Tumeric, carrots, diced potatoes and yellow onions; includes Jasmine white rice & choice of protein.[GF, Vegan] | |
| Pad See Ew | $14.85 |
Wide rice noodles, garlic, broccoli and egg sauteed in a sweet and mild black bean and oyster sauce; Vegan with Mushroom Sauce & without Egg. |
Arslans Turkish Street Food - 113 Walnut Avenue
113 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Cacik | $0.50 |
yogurt, cucumber, garlic & dry mint | |
| Beef & Lamb Doner Wrap | $14.50 |
In lavash with lettuce, tomato, red cabbage, carrots, fries, Turkish seasoned onions, fresh herbs, white & red sauce | |
| Turkish delight | $2.25 |
Flavors: -Blackberry, Cornstarch (V)(GF)(Nuts Free) -Strawberry & Milk, Coconut (V) (GF) (Nuts Free) -Kiwi & Milk, Coconut (V) (GF) (Nuts Free) -Orange & Milk, Coconut (V) (GF) (Nuts Free) -Pomegranate & Milk, Coconut, Roasted Pistachio (V) (GF) -Rose Petal, Pomegranate, Roasted Pistachio (V)(GF) -Saffron, Pomegranate, Roasted Pistachio (V) (GF) -Mango, Sliced Pistachio (V)(GF) -Chocolate & Roasted Hazelnut, Powder Pistachio (GF) -Chocolate & Roasted Hazelnut, Milk, Rose Petal(GF) -Pomegranate & Milk, Roasted Pistachio, Sliced Pistachio (V) (GF) |
Mad Yolks
1411 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| mad yolk | $10.50 |
Coddled egg in a jar with seasoned whipped potatoes, bacon, and chives; served with crostini | |
| mad chick | $13.50 |
juicy house-marinated fried chicken with an over-easy egg, pickled cabbage, baby arugula, and garlic aioli | |
| pineapple & orange | $5.50 |
pineapple chunks blended with jasmine green tea with fresh orange |
Bedda Mia - 736 Water Street
736 Water Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Genovese | $19.50 |
home made Pesto Sauce, Onion, Grilled Zucchini, Mozarella | |
| Minestroni Classico | $8.00 |
A mix of fresh vegetables for the classic minestrone | |
| Combo | $22.00 |
homemade Tomato Sauce, Black Olives, Green Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Sausage, Pepperoni, Mozzarella |
SANDWICHES
Buttery Bakery
702 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Chicken Club Sandwich | $13.95 |
Grilled marinated chicken, bacon, tomatoes, avocado, mayo, Red Leaf Lettuce on freshly house-baked croissant, ciabatta, sourdough, or whole wheat. | |
| BLTA | $11.50 |
Bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, and mayo on freshly house-baked croissant, ciabatta, sourdough, or whole wheat. | |
| #4 Breakfast Sandwich | $11.45 |
Two soft scrambled eggs, sausage, cheddar cheese on freshly house-baked croissant, ciabatta, sourdough, or whole wheat. |
Cruz Kitchen & Taps - 145 Laurel Street
145 Laurel Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Sando | $12.00 |
Fried Ham, cheese and a fried egg in Sliced sourdough. Comes with fries. | |
| Side Salad | $5.00 |
| Side Mash | $5.00 |
Betty Burgers - 41st Ave
1000 41st Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Tracks in the Grass | $10.99 |
Homemade veggie burger with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles Betty's secret lube served on a whole wheat bun | |
| 16oz Shake | $8.99 |
Ice cream flavor of your choice with whip cream on top | |
| Double Dutch | $15.99 |
Two 1/2 lb. burger patties stacked with lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles and Betty's secret lube |
Penny Ice Creamery - 41st Ave
820 41st Ave, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Mini Double Scoop | $6.50 |
| Single Scoop | $6.50 |
| Double Scoop | $8.50 |
Seabright Deli
415 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| The Giant Dipper | $15.95 |
Black Angus Roast Beef bathed in our House-Smoked Brisket Au Jus, Caramelized Onions, Sauteed Mushrooms, Provolone cheese, Mayo on Toasted French Roll. Served with a side of our Smoked Brisket Au Jus | |
| The Yacht C.L.U.B. | $14.95 |
Smoked Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Bacon, Fresh Tomatoes, Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli, Arugula, Mayo on toasted Francese Roll | |
| The Mermaid | $14.95 |
Thinly Sliced Ham, Apricot Habanero Jam, Swiss Cheese, Fresh Tomatoes, Rosemary-Garlic Ailoi, Arugula on Toasted Rosemary Sourdough Slice |
PIZZA • FRENCH FRIES
Pleasure Pizza
4000 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| 14" Greek | $23.95 |
Artichoke Hearts, Olives, Tomato, Feta, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce | |
| 18" Santa Barbara | $35.50 |
Artichoke Hearts, Spinach, Green Onions, Parmesan Cheese, Pepper Jack Cheese, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce | |
| 18" Abyss | $37.75 |
Lemon Garlic Prawns, Pesto, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce |
Tramonti Santa Cruz
528 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| PEPPERONI | $21.00 |
tomato sauce, mozzarella, artisanal pepperoni | |
| CONTADINA | $16.00 |
large salad of greens, arugula, sliced pear, candied walnuts, gorgonzola, EVOO & Modena balsamic reduction (GF) (vegetarian) | |
| GARDEN SALAD | $11.00 |
side salad with greens, arugula, cherry tomato, kalamata olives, celery, carrot & balsamic vinaigrette (GF) (vegan) |
Mariposa Coffee Bar - 1010 Pacific Ave Ste E
1010 Pacific Ave Ste E, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Double Nem Nuong Spring Rolls | $10.00 |
2 for $10 Spring Rolls | |
| Cafe Sua Da | $6.00 |
| Ham & Cheese Cubano | $16.00 |
Flashbird - Abbott Square
725 Front Street, suite 102, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Sparkling Lime Soda | $6.00 |
Made in-house! Fresh lime zest and pure cane sugar carbonated to perfection. Champagne-like bubbles and a pleasant acid pucker will keep you coming back for more. | |
| Root Beer | $6.00 |
Fresh brewed and carbonated, our Root Beer is served on a nitro line for a super creamy head. Recipe features an extensive list of exotic roots, spices, Madagascar vanilla, and pure cane sugar. | |
| Chicken Tenders | $10.50 |
Brined 'n' Fried Original recipe tenders, breaded and fried crispy. Pick two sauces. Get an order or two for sharing. |
The Point Kitchen & Bar - 3326 Portola Dr.
3326 Portola Dr., Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Crispy Brussels Sprouts | $13.00 |
| Eggplant Parmesan | $20.00 |
| Pleasure Burger | $16.00 |
East Side Eatery
800 41st Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Bowl Pozole | $15.00 |
FRANKIE'S FAMOUS CHICKEN POZOLE [GF] Chicken, hominy, cabbage, jalapenos, onions and peppers in a spicy tomato broth. Served with avocado, tortilla strips, queso fresco and cilantro. (16 oz. bowl) | |
| The Cuban | $15.75 |
Frankie's famous Carnitas-style pulled pork, ham, Swiss cheese, tomato, pickles and mayo--served on a sourdough roll*. INCLUDES: Fries or Side Salad (Sweet Potato Fries -- add .50) Cup of Soup -- add 2.50 (Chili / Chowder / Pozole) *Melinda's GF bread, available --add 2.00 | |
| Rio Del Mar | $16.00 |
Roasted chicken breast, thinly sliced and melted with provolone cheese. Topped with basil-pesto, tomato and mayo--served on a sourdough roll*. ADD: avocado / bacon / mushrooms -- 1.00 ea. INCLUDES: Fries or Side Salad (Sweet Potato Fries -- add .50) Cup of Soup -- add 2.50 (Chili / Chowder / Pozole) *Melinda's GF bread, available --add 2.00 |
Laili Restaurant
101B Cooper St, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Kadoo Boranee | $15.00 |
Comes with Naan. Butternut Squash served with a garlic yogurt. | |
| Apricot Chicken Flatbread | $18.00 |
Thin Flatbread with apricot chutney base, parmesan cheese, chicken, mint, dates, and pomegranate sauce | |
| Mediterranean Plate | $15.00 |
Comes with our Naan. Platter consisting of our hummus, tabbouleh, babaghanoush, and tzatziki yogurt |
Iveta Downtown
545 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Fresh Cut Fries | $8.00 |
Fresh cut fries served with house dipping sauce and ketchup | |
| House Salad | $14.00 |
Greens, fennel, celery, shaved carrots, arugula, parmesean, feta, chopped hazelnuts with a citronella dressing | |
| Crusty Italian Bread | $7.00 |
Toasted ciabatta baguette served with garlic butter and sea salt |
Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen- Westside - Westside
200 High Road, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Venus Burger | $20.00 |
house american cheese, smoked onions, pickles, spirit aioli, fries | |
| Venus Fries | $8.00 |
fresh herbs, garlic aioli, ketchup make it awesome with five mac cheese sauce, smoked pork + calabrian chilis | |
| Fried Chicken | $28.00 |
cornbread, honey butter, spicy peppers and pickles, hot sauce |
Gilman Brewing Santa Cruz - 817 Soquel Ave
817 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| 4-idaho Two Step | $20.99 |
A hazy, juicy glass of fruity hops…Amarillo, Cascade, Simcoe, Mosaic. Oat and wheat malt make this so smooth and fuzzy…roll the dice. ABV 7.75% | |
| Guava Jardin | $3.75 |
We took or golden Belgian style sour and aged it with Guava and Blood Orange for a crazy tropical experiment. The tangy, funky guava fruit pairs perfectly with the crisp, citrusy, malty notes of the sour. Aromas of sharp, funky, tangy fruit transition into tangy, sour tinged, tropical fruit flavors and a soft, malty, biscuity finish. Translation: tangy, tart, tropical fruit, biscuit/malt. ABV 6% | |
| Smashburger | $12.00 |
1/4 lb Smashed Beef Patty, Red Onion, Shredded Lettuce, Local Freckle's Pickles, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Mayo, Potato Bun |
The Bagelry - Cedar Street - 320 Cedar Street
320 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Plain | $1.80 |
| Hot Coco | |
| Pink Flamingo | $0.00 |
Crow's Nest - Santa Cruz
2218 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Seafood Fettucine | $31.50 |
Clams, fresh fish, prawns and sea scallops sautéed with fresh vegetables and semolina pasta in a tomato vodka cream | |
| Combination Louie | $30.50 |
Chilled shrimp and crab, tomato, carrots, olives, pepperoncini and hard-cooked egg with Sauce Baxter. | |
| Breakfast Sandwich | $14.25 |
Eggs, ham, bacon, spinach and tomato on Francese. Served with fresh fruit. |
Parish Publick House - Santa Cruz
841 A Almar Avenue, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| The Drowning Chicken | $17.00 |
Tender chicken breast , smothered in one of our house made sauces (buffalo, tangy garlic, honey stung, teriyaki or BBQ) and served on a seeded bun with fresh romaine, tomato, onion and pickles on the side. * Grilled or Fried | |
| Dave'O Chicken Sando | $17.00 |
Fried Chicken served on a seeded bun with mayo, shredded romaine lettuce, and tomato, with pickles on the side. | |
| Dixie Pickles | $9.00 |
Crispy dill pickles coated in our house made beer batter and deep fried. Served with ranch. |
Humble Sea Brewing - Santa Cruz
820 Swift St., Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| (4pk) Cloudbreak | $25.00 |
The latest in our 7 deadly surf breaks 10 X DH Hop Fused QIPA (12%) | |
| (4pk) High Seas | |
DDH West Coast IPA (6.5%) double dry hopped with Citra, Nectaron, Mosaic, and Cashmere. TASTING NOTES: Peach, kumquat, grassy , balanced bitterness. | |
| (4pk) Double Galaxy Socks & Sandals | |
DDH Foggy DIPA (8.5%) with Galaxy, Citra, Simcoe & Centennial Tasting notes: pineapple, grapefruit, orange cream |
SALADS • SANDWICHES • ICE CREAM
The Picnic Basket - Santa Cruz
125 Beach St, Ste B, Santa Cruz
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Market Salad | $12.81 |
Delicata squash, red grapes, balsamic onions, ancient grains, toasted seeds, and baby kale dressed with a lemon vinaigrette. | |
| The Goldilocks | $7.78 |
| Chips | $3.20 |
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