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Local DINING Favorites
99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall,
restaurant & PuB
www.99bottles.com
110 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz
831.459.9999 LD
Family Friendly Pub voted Best Beer Selection 2013. 1/2
lb. Burgers, Fresh Pasta & Salads, Fish & Chips, Vegetarian Dishes, Kids Menu, Outdoor Pet Friendly Patio, Full
Menu until midnight Fri. & Sat. $-$$ See ad pg. 65.
aquarius
www.aquariussantacruz.com
175 West Cliff Dr. (in the Santa Cruz
Dream Inn), Santa Cruz
831.460.5012 BLDBr
A casual but sophisticated modern American bistro
featuring sustainable seafood, local organic produce &
local wines. Open daily, 7am - 10:30pm. $$-$$$ See
ad pg. 14.
assemBly/PoP uP
www.assembleforfood.com or
www.heypopup.com BrLD
1108 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz
Assembly is a gathering place for the celebration of
food and community. The menu is rustic California
cuisine presented in a style unique to Santa Cruz and
its local agricultural abundance. Next door is Pop Up, a
dynamic exhibition space where chefs, brewers, winemakers, and food artisans showcase their skills. You can
always find something new and exciting happening!
$-$$$ See ad pg. 26.
the Buttery
www.butterybakery.com
702 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz
831.458.3020 BLBr
The Buttery is an award-winning bakery cafe located in
East Santa Cruz. Enjoy our new deli offering wonderful
sandwiches and delightful fresh salads. Open daily, 7am
- 7pm. $-$$ See ad pg. 24.
Cafe Cruz
www.cafecruz.com
2621 41st Avenue, Soquel
831.476.3801 LD
Popular local restaurant featuring sustainable seafood,
natural meats & fresh organic produce. Enjoy our open
copper-backed kitchen, full bar with fireplace and inviting heated patio. Open Mon. - Sat. 11:30am - 5pm,
Dinner from 5:30pm. Sunday dinner from 5pm. Bar
and afternoon menu open between lunch and dinner.
$$-$$$ See ad pg. 22.
Cafe rio on the BeaCh
www.caferioaptos.com
131 Esplanade, Aptos
831.688.8917 LD
Popular local restaurant on the Beach in Rio Del Mar,
featuring sustainable seafood, mouthwatering nightly
specials and innovative cocktails with a heated dog
friendly patio overlooking the beach. Mon. - Thurs. 3
pm - 9pm; Fri. & Sat. 12pm - 10pm; Lunch available Fri.,
Sat., & Sun. 12 pm - 3 pm. $$-$$$ See ad pg. 24
CarPo's restaurant
www.carposrestaurant.com
2400 Porter Street, Soquel
831.476.6260 LD
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Local favorite for 32 years. Carpo's features fresh
seafood, large salad bar and great sandwiches. Casual
atmosphere. Open daily, 11 am - 9 pm, Closed on
major holidays. $-$$ See ad pg. 44.
Charlie hong Kong
www.charliehongkong.com
1141 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz
831.471.2609 LD
DavenPort roaDhouse
restaurant & inn
www.davenportroadhouse.com
1 Davenport Ave., Davenport
831.426.8801 x101 B LD
We believe in the good of local organic ingredients
harvested within a few miles of our restaurant. Sample
local food and local wines from our seasonal selection.
Open Mon 8:30am - 3pm, Tues - Sun 8am - 9pm,
seasonal. $-$$$ See ad pg. 60.
DolPhin restaurant
71-A Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz
831.426.5830 B LD
Dine where the locals dine! Since 1963. Come see our
new patio! Great food, great prices! The panoramic
ocean views are free! Open daily, 8am - 9pm. $-$$
See ad pg. 15.
el Palomar restaurant
www.elpalomarsantacruz.com
1336 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz
831.425.7575 or 831.423.3023
LDBr
A new standard in Mexican cuisine - combining recipies
from Michoacan with local produce & fresh fish in
unique dishes. Open daily, 11am - 10pm. $-$$$ See
ad pg. 10.
fire fish grill
www.firefishgrill.net
25 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz
831.423.5200 LD
Ocean view dining on the Santa Cruz Wharf. Seafood,
pasta & steaks. Chef's fresh fish specials daily. Open
daily, from 11:30am. $$-$$$ See ad pg. 15.
gayle's BaKery & rostiCCeria
www.gaylesbakery.com
504 Bay Avenue, Capitola
831.462.1200 B LDBr
Pastas, roasted chicken, vegetarian dishes, soups,
specialty salads, award-winning breads & pastries, wine
and espresso. Open daily 6:30am - 8:30pm. $-$$ See
ad pg. 42.
Organic Asian inspired street food. Vegan noodles & rice
bowls - chicken, seafood, tofu & savory meat options.
"Healthiest Restaurant in Santa Cruz County" Voted
Best Cheap Eats. Eat-in or take-out. Open daily 11am -
11pm. $ See ad pg. 24.
gilDa's restaurant
CroW's nest
Where the locals eat! The original Stagnaro family
restaurant. Serving fresh seafood, steaks, pastas, salads.
Open Mon. - Fri. from 7:30am, Sat. & Sun. from 7am.
$-$$$ See ad pg. 15.
www.crowsnest-santacruz.com
2218 E. Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz
831.476.4560 BLDBr
On the beach with sweeping views of Monterey Bay.
Fresh seafood, aged steaks, pasta and salad bar. Upstairs
cocktails, live entertainment, dancing & comedy. Check
out our new Beach Market & gift store. Open daily
7:30am - 11pm. $-$$$ See ad pg. 6.
2014 official santa cruz county traveler's guide
www.gildas-restaurant.com
37 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz
831.423.2010 B L D
hollins house restaurant
www.thehollinshouse.com
20 Clubhouse Road, Santa Cruz
831.459.9177 D
The Hollins House Restaurant presides over the historic
Pasatiempo Golf Club with panoramic views of Mon-
terey Bay. Open Tues. - Sat. 5 - 9pm, Tap Room open
Tues. - Sat. 4 - 9pm. $$-$$$ See ad pg. 48.
hula's islanD grill & tiKi room
www.hulastiki.com
221 Cathcart Street, Santa Cruz
831.426.HULA (4852) L D
1960's Vegas meets 1950's Waikiki. Fun & friendly
service, and a tiki bar that will knock your flip flops
off! Lunch: Tues. - Sun. 11:30 - 4:00; Dinner: 7 nights
a week 4:00 - Close; Happy Hour: 7 days a week 2:00
- 6:00, Tiki Tuesdays Happy Hour all night long. $-$$$
See ad pg. 11.
iDeal Bar & grill
www.idealbarandgrill.com
106 Beach Street, Santa Cruz
831.423.5271 BL DBr
Located on Main Beach, with a spectacular deck
overlooking the Monterey Bay. Featuring fresh California
cuisine. Open daily, 8am - 10:30pm. $-$$$ See ad
pg. 14.
la Posta
www.lapostarestaurant.com
538 Seabright Ave., Santa Cruz
831.457.2782 D
Features a traditional Italian menu with local products
- fresh pastas, desserts, bread & pizza directly from our
brick oven. Open Tues. - Thurs. 5:30 - 9:30pm, Fri. &
Sat. 5:30 - 10pm, Sun. 5 - 8pm. $$-$$$ See ad pg. 22.
laili restaurant
www.lailirestaurant.com
101-B Cooper Street, Santa Cruz
831.423.4545 L D
Our inspiration is the Silk Road, the trade route that
connected Asia to the Mediterranean. Our heart is in
Afghanistan. Lunch: 11:30am - 3pm, Happy Hour 4:30
- 5:30pm, Dinner 5 - 10pm. $$-$$$ See ad pg. 11.
linWooD's Bar & grill
at ChaminaDe
www.chaminade.com
One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz
831.475.5600 BL D
Featuring contemporary California cuisine capturing
the rich flavors of the Central Coast. Menu features
local products. Open daily, 11am - 11pm. $$-$$$ See
ad pg. 1.
miramar fish grotto
www.miramarfishgrotto.com
45 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz
831.423.4441 L D
New tiki bar on outside patio, spectacular ocean view
from every table, full indoor bar, Internet juke box,
Thursday lobster special. Open daily 11:30am - 10pm.
$-$$$ See ad pg. 15.
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014
Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014
Contents
Welcome to Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz
Whale Watching and More
Playing Around
Every Dog Has Its Day
Santa Cruz County Has Taste
2014 Events Calendar
Maps
Raise a Glass to County Wine
Monterey Bay
Capitola and Soquel
Make a Play Date
Scotts Valley
San Lorenzo Valley
From the Mountains to the Sea
Pleasure Point
Live Creatively
Aptos
Davenport
Watsonville and Pajaro Valley
Dining Guide
Lodging Guide
Visitor Activites
Find Your Perfect Beach
Advertisers Index
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Welcome to Santa Cruz County
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Playing Around
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Every Dog Has Its Day
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Santa Cruz County Has Taste
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - 2014 Events Calendar
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Maps
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Raise a Glass to County Wine
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Monterey Bay
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Capitola and Soquel
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Make a Play Date
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Scotts Valley
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - San Lorenzo Valley
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - From the Mountains to the Sea
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Pleasure Point
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Live Creatively
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Aptos
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Davenport
Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Watsonville and Pajaro Valley
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Lodging Guide
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Santa Cruz Travel Guide 2014 - Visitor Activites
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