Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Aptos

12 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside restaurant

1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside

4.4

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Aptos

Booked 28 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. HOURS: Wednesday - Thursday // 5pm - 9pmFriday // 4pm - 9pmSaturday - Sunday // 12pm - 9pm

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2. The View, a Treeside Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(1185)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 27 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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3. Sevy's Bar + Kitchen

3.7

Very Good(197)

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. Sanderlings - Seascape Resort

3.9

Excellent(1291)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Aptos

Booked 9 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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5. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(2045)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Soquel

Booked 55 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.

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6. Zelda's on the Beach

4.4

Awesome(553)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Capitola

Booked 9 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.

7. 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.

8. la Posta

4.8

Exceptional(2338)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 26 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.

9. Laili

4.7

Exceptional(2867)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 36 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.

10. Gabriella Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(976)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 11 times today

Zagat rated as "OUTSTANDING". Gabriella Cafe is a 50 seat, picturesque and romantic dining experience in downtown Santa Cruz.

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Mai
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The buffet experience was great! Each station offered something unique, with everything from sizzling hot entrees, a pasta and omelet station, to beautifully presented seafood appetizers, salads and desserts that were appealing and delicious. The ham, prime rib, turkey and salmon in particular were tasty, moist and tender. The quality and taste of the food exceeded expectations. Staff was attentive and friendly, though it took a little while to be greeted by our server. I left feeling satisfied and look forward to future buffets!
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The View, a Treeside RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz
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4.2
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Linda
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We've made Christmas brunch here a tradition. We'll be here next year too!
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Sevy's Bar + KitchenPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Aptos
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3.7
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ChristineVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Never disappointed when dining at Cafe Cruz…we were celebrating our anniversary and were offered a complimentary glass of bubbly…the mahi mahi was cooked to perfection and I think they have the best salad menu in Santa Cruz.
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Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & BarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Soquel
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4.7
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RickVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •46 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Really great experience overall. Great beverages and food. Wonderful location.
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Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | BeachsidePrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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4.4
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LucygirlVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •31 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
My husband ordered the pasta, delicious!! I ordered the steak, and it was wonderful. We ordered the brussels sprouts too. My mouth is watering. I can hardly wait to go back.
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Sanderlings - Seascape ResortPrice: Expensive• Californian• Aptos
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3.9

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12 restaurants available nearby

1. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Beachside

2. The View, a Treeside Restaurant

3. Sevy's Bar + Kitchen

4. Sanderlings - Seascape Resort

5. Cafe Cruz Rosticceria & Bar

6. Zelda's on the Beach

7. Vinocruz

8. la Posta

9. Laili

10. Gabriella Cafe

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