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A photo of Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside restaurant
1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside
4.4
Awesome(334)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Aptos
Booked 5 times today
Newly renovated beachside restaurant, located in Aptos, CA. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails with locally distilled Venus Spirits and a menu featuring local seafood, produce, and Venus favorites. Indoor, bar, and patio seating available. Dinner Hours: Wednesday - Thursday // 5pm - 9pmFriday - Sunday // 4pm - 9pmLunch Hours:Friday - Sunday // 12pm - 3pm
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2. Vinocruz
4.6
Exceptional(124)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Soquel
Booked 1 time today
Vinocruz Wine Bar and Kitchen features over 50 local wines by the glass from the beautiful and often under appreciated Santa Cruz Mountains AVA starting at about $9 a glass along with local ciders and beers on tap. We also have an extensive menu of small plates including Flatbreads, Fish Tacos, Street Tacos, Short rib Sliders, House made Hummus, Vino Burger, Port infused Truffles, daily specials and much more!We are located in Soquel Village about a 2 min drive from Capitola beach and 10 min from SC Beach Boardwalk. Our large redwood bar and handmade tables offer a cozy, but modern dining experience. For groups larger than 4 please give us a call and we would be happy to accommodate you. Our goal is to be your go-to location for a slightly upscale wine bar in Santa Cruz County and also THE place to go explore Santa Cruz Mountains Wines.
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3. Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(1966)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 22 times today
Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge is Santa Cruz’s best new destination for coastal California cuisine. The approachable and family-friendly vibe at Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge will welcome hotel guests and locals alike.
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4. la Posta
4.8
Exceptional(2339)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 5 times today
Select from a menu that features dishes composed of locally sourced ingredients as well as house-made pastas, naturally leavened breads and pizzas from our brick oven. Because we rely on the bounty of the Santa Cruz farming community, our menu changes frequently and features a wide array of specials. La Posta’s all-Italian wine list includes autochthonous varieties from small producers, by-the-glass and by the bottle. La Posta adheres to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch Program and is a certified City of Santa Cruz Green Business.We are so thankful for the incredible support from our customers and community. We will continue to adjust our service based upon best practices for keeping our staff and community safe.
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5. Laili
4.7
Exceptional(2865)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz
Booked 8 times today
Laili is our expression of love through food and service. We offer a unique menu made up of fusion Afghani Mediterranean items that include kabobs, wraps, flatbreads, pastas, and spiced lamb and chicken dishes as well as delicious vegetarian options.Laili Restaurant "BEST MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT", Good Times 2023, Voted #1Rich Mediterranean Flavors with a Unique Afghan Twist in the Heart of Downtown Santa Cruz.Currently taking reservations for lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome too.Dine in our elegant, secluded, off street patio. Visit our website for event information.
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6. Gabriella Cafe
4.7
Exceptional(977)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Santa Cruz
Booked 3 times today
Gabriella Cafe is the perfect date night spot. With its 'OUTSTANDING' Zagat rating and consistently high reviews for its romantic ambiance, excellent food, and top-notch service, it's the perfect place for a quiet, intimate dinner. One reviewer called it a 'wonderful Friday night date spot', highlighting the delicious entrees and fantastic service. Another noted it as a 'charming, cozy' restaurant with a 'lovely, romantic, small' setting that's 'perfect for a quiet lunch or romantic escape.' So, if you're looking for a romantic Italian dining experience in Santa Cruz, Gabriella Cafe is the place to be!
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7. Oswald
4.6
Exceptional(1615)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz
Booked 4 times today
Oswald is a contemporary American restaurant and bar that focuses on the abundance of delicious ingredients found on the central coast of California. Oswald features an eclectic, international wine list and an exciting, seasonal bar program. While the decor is spare and modern, the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed. Oswald features new art shows every two months. We do have first come tables available in the lounge as well as bar seats.Come by and see if there is a table or seat for you.
A photo of Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside restaurant
8. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside
4.5
Awesome(622)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Booked 4 times today
Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and food right next to the distillery where our spirits are produced. Indoor, bar and covered heated patio seating available.Hours: Monday to Thursday 5pm-9pmFriday to Sunday 4pm-9pm
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9. Chocolate the Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(86)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Booked 2 times today
Now celebrating 25 years, Chocolate the Restaurant provides an attractive dining environment for couples on dates, friendly meetings, and special occasion meals. Dine outside on the heated garden patio. Celebrate special occasions with up to 25 guests in the private street-side party room. Maybe start with a Chocolate Martini or a Passion Fruit Margarita. Chef David Jackman's fresh baked pasta rosettes, slow-roasted meats, and delicious seasonal organic vegetable dishes are all a prelude to our many chocolaty desserts. Our wine list focuses on local and on Italian wines. Our cocktails are all made from scratch; often using locally distilled spirits, and always using fresh house-made mixers. We are at your service for dinner every night! Afternoon walk-up cafe' service Friday thru Sunday. . We are open for dinner every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.
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10. Solaire Restaurant + Bar
3.9
Excellent(217)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Santa Cruz
Booked 13 times today
Whether it be a cocktail while soaking up the sun at the poolside patio, anexpertly prepared meal, or a spirited conversation at the bar, SolaireRestaurant + Bar offers the best of what is available with the changingseasons.Solaire offers a truly local dining destination that offers unexpected andoffbeat twists on local ingredients and flavors. The atmosphere of theseasonal restaurant changes based on the weather—in the warm weathermonths it is a playful experience centered on the indoor/outdoor restaurant spaces andthe vibrant pool scene. In the foggier months, guests can relax under the powerful outdoor heaters in our indoor/outdoor covered space while enjoying a cocktail. Mirroring the laid-back attitude of Santa Cruz, the restaurant and bar bring the natural outdoor elements inside in imaginative and modern ways.
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  • Maureen
    San Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Dinner with whole family was wonderful. We ordered the tasting menu and a couple of other dishes and our service was stellar, the food great. Loved the pork chop and the branzino amazing - we kind of ordered too much but finished it all! Wonderful time. thank you!
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    Terra - Eataly Silicon ValleyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Clara
    •
    4.1
  • AlissaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our server is the best! I didn’t catch her name hit she had on amazing glasses and worked at VP for 24 years. Please thank her for us! She made our experience so enjoyable
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    The Village PubPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Woodside
    •
    4.9
  • susmitaVIP
    Pittsburgh / Western PA •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing gastronomic experience, albeit on the very expensive side, especially when 22% gratuities are already added. Having said that, service was fantastic, we were stuffed at the end of the 8 courses and really marveled at the Chef’s creations. The best part though, were the cocktail drinks and the Granny Smith apple for desert. These two things were definitely worth it.
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    The Plumed HorsePrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Saratoga
    •
    4.6
  • janVIP
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •19 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Apres Village is a fun experience. The lights and decorations create a festive atmosphere, and the outdoor fireplace and space heaters keep you cozy when the sun goes down. I loved the idea of sharing dishes for the table and enjoyed the overall simplicity of choosing the food. We were a party of 4 and we tried everything we could. It was all delicious. Service was attentive and professional. We had a blast!
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    Apres Village - Four Seasons Silicon ValleyPrice: Very Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Palo Alto
    •
    3.4
  • Jared
    Las Vegas •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 15, 2024
    Went for a first date. The place is small with approximately 25 chairs. I would recommend making an a reservation to ensure a seat. Great staff, ambiance, food, and wine choices.
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    VinocruzPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Soquel
    •
    4.6

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