Best Lunch Restaurants in Aptos

20 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside restaurant

1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Aptos

Booked 8 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. Sanderlings - Seascape Resort

4.0

Excellent(1288)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Aptos

Booked 4 times today

Sanderlings Restaurant at Seascape Beach Resort offers elegant, casual dining with a spectacular ocean view from sunrise to sunset.

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3. Sevy's Bar + Kitchen

4.1

Excellent(190)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Aptos

Booked 4 times today

Sevy's Bar + Kitchen is located in Aptos, California at the Seacliff Inn, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. This newly-renovated establishment offers a variety of menu items for lunch and dinner with a focus on fresh California cuisine. A truly serene patio dining setting sets the mood for a relaxing lunch, romantic dinner or some family fun with your pup! Don't forget to bring your favorite friends along and indulge in some hand crafted cocktails, local beers and wine from the full bar. Live entertainment will be featured weekly, so be sure to check out the schedule on our website.Thank you and we hope to see you soon!

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4. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2031)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Soquel

Booked 32 times today

Cafe Cruz is a popular and lively local restaurant. We offer casual/fine dining with a full bar, indoor and heated patio dining. Guests enjoy watching the "magic" created in our open copper-backed kitchen each night by our talented team of chefs. Notable features include many locally sourced foods, nightly sustainable seafood specials, and many creative salad and vegetable options. Our innovative pastas and sandwiches are always a hit. Spit-Roasted meats are featured each night, cooked on a french Rotisol rotisserie. The lush garden room can seat larger parties of up to 35. Guests enjoy our warm friendly service, our many seating options, and exceptionally delicious food.

5. Suda

4.8

Exceptional(379)

Price: Expensive

• American • Santa Cruz

Booked 11 times today

Pairing seasonal produce from local farmers with line caught fish and lean, hormone-free beef, the menu at Süda stays as fresh as the ingredients. With a variety of inventive dishes, including vegan and gluten free options, there is truly something for everyone.The atmosphere at the bar is lively, while booths offer diners a more intimate experience making Süda the perfect place for a casual meal with friends or a night out with someone special. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you can enjoy fresh food whenever your heart desires.

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6. Zelda's on the Beach

4.3

Awesome(549)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Capitola

Booked 10 times today

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.

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7. The View, a Treeside Restaurant

4.3

Awesome(1159)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 14 times today

Set high on a hilltop with breathtaking panoramic views of the Monterey Bay, The View, 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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8. Paradise Beach Grille

4.2

Awesome(39)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Capitola

Booked 11 times today

Paradise maximizes the beautiful beach location on Monterey Bay with an outdoor patio, views of the historic Venetian condominiums, and the ocean. We also feature an outdoor fireplace perfect for that cozy dinner or wine tasting. We have high top tables in the bar area for drinks or dining, as well as an attractive and spacious dining room. Customers enjoy the various casual venues yet an upscale flair with quality food, beverage, and service.

9. Vinocruz

4.6

Exceptional(123)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Soquel

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.

10. Laili

4.7

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 21 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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Rochelle
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Cafe Cruz is the best. So many local restaurants have raised their prices considerably but Cafe Cruz has not. If they have raised their prices then it’s not enough to be noticeable. The food is consistently good and portions the same. It’s my go to place to take friends and/or family for a few decades.
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Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Soquel
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4.7
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Jamesvip
San Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 15, 2024
Had the chicken Parmesan special with salad and wine. Was surprisingly delicious! Service was perfect.
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Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | BeachsidePrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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4.5
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Forrest
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Return of head chef Ben Hillan has brought a refreshed menu of locally sourced fish, meat and produce. Highly recommend the Black Cod, Dungeness Crab Salad, Prosciutto wrapped Halibut and Steak Bavette.
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Sanderlings - Seascape ResortPrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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4
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KatieWvip
Las Vegas •18 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Our waiter was great and the food came out really fast. Definitely will eat here again. Food was delicious.
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Sevy's Bar + KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Aptos
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4.1
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Kriss
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 31, 2024
We sat at the bar and had a great time! We were served good food, were entertained by staff and customers, always a good time 🫶🏼
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SudaPrice: Expensive• American• Santa Cruz
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4.8

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside

2. Sanderlings - Seascape Resort

3. Sevy's Bar + Kitchen

4. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar

5. Suda

6. Zelda's on the Beach

7. The View, a Treeside Restaurant

8. Paradise Beach Grille

9. Vinocruz

10. Laili

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