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Paradise Beach Grille, Capitola, CA

Paradise Beach Grille

4.4
4.4
40 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 476-4900
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 40 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for groups

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Healthy

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Hot spot

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paradise Beach Grille offers a captivating dining experience with "outstanding service" and "terrific views" of Capitola Beach. Guests rave about the "exceptional" sugar and spice salmon and the enjoyable patio dining. While some dishes could improve, the restaurant promises a memorable visit with its scenic ambiance and friendly staff.

40 Reviews
  1. Sylvie

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sam was great even on a busy Thanksgiving! We were able to get a window seat.

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  2. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were totally satisfied with the food and service

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  3. Larry

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    3.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We’ve been here many times over the last twenty five years, but it’s been 3 years+ since our last visit. We lived in Capitola and now in Live Oak, so we are locals. Last Friday we sat at a table in the dining area. We were the only people in that section at first. The server was there quickly, and he got our drink orders. Then our food order. He was friendly enough. After that, service was extremely minimal and slow. We had a three course dinner from their Santa Cruz Restaurant Week menu. Slow to bring each course with at least ten minutes between finishing each courses. Full time there from ordering our drinks to serving us desert was about 90 minutes. Two or three visits by our server during our meal. During that time, only one other table with party of three was seated, so couldn’t understand the delay. The food was decent enough. Drinks, although expensive were also OK, although it’s hard to mess up wine and Jack and Coke. No longer impressed by the Grill. Suggest having a happy hour/burger night as in the past, or perhaps a locals menu. As it is, we won’t be back.

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  4. Ashley

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch on the patio. Food was excellent, recommend the fries.

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  5. Carla

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was bland and mediocre. We expected better. The halibut was cooked in a water downed tomato sauce with a dash of what tasted like ketchup and was sweet. I would stay away from this dish. The steamed spinach was dry and crispy with no flavor. The mashed potatoes didn't get touched because I decided I no longer could eat it. It wasn't even hot enough either. It was a big disappoint for us.

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  6. Javier

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 5, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my wife’s birthday. The staff took great care of us and the food was delicious. Great memories.

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  7. Fran

    Western NC

    34 reviews

    5.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a reservation - decided to stay at the bar. Fun little place with great food.

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  8. Denise

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was subpar, best to stick with burgers and fries.

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  9. Jasmine

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 7, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was okay. We got stuck at the high top bar table facing the water which was pretty uncomfortable and smelly

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  10. Sabina

    VIP

    Seattle

    127 reviews

    4.0

    127 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The views are everything here. Service is outstanding with a friendly efficient staff. Food is better than average but it's really the ambiance that makes this a go-to place.

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Paradise Beach Grille is rated 4.4 stars by 40 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Paradise Beach Grille

215 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Capitola
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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