1
Zachary's Restaurant
Breakfast restaurant
Diner-style American cuisine served in a casual family-friendly atmosphere.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.7K reviews)
2
Bantam
American restaurant
Airy space featuring wood-fired pizza with seasonal toppings & organic Mediterranean dishes.
$$ $$
4.50 (418 reviews)
3
Hula's Island Grill
Restaurant
Tropical, tiki-inspired outpost offering a range of Hawaiian eats with an American spin & drinks.
$$ $$
4.40 (2.2K reviews)
4
Betty Burgers
Hamburger restaurant
Classic American diner food reigns supreme at this casual stop for burgers, wings & more.
$$ $$
4.40 (1.7K reviews)
5
The Crêpe Place
American restaurant
Array of savory & sweet crêpes star at this popular spot for French food in a wood-paneled room.
$$ $$
4.40 (1K reviews)
6
Oswald Restaurant
American restaurant
Happening spot for creative American entrees in a modern setting with optional fixed-price menus.
$$$ $
4.40 (305 reviews)
7
Crow's Nest Restaurant
American restaurant
Seaside restaurant with exposed beams & views serves an extensive menu of casual American fare.
$$ $$
4.30 (4.9K reviews)
8
Stagnaro Bros.
Seafood restaurant
Seaside eatery turning out seafood staples like chowder & fish 'n' chips with views of the Pacific.
$$ $$
4.30 (2.6K reviews)
9
The Water Street Grill
American restaurant
Low-key, family-owned restaurant offering classic American steak & seafood, plus beer & wine.
$$ $$
4.30 (409 reviews)
10
Riva Fish House
Seafood restaurant
Low-key establishment serves hearty portions of prawns, oysters & other American seafood favorites.
$$ $$
4.20 (2.2K reviews)
11
Jeffery's
American restaurant
Familiar fare such as all-day breakfasts, steak & sandwiches, served in a homey setup with a patio.
$$ $$
4.20 (1.2K reviews)
12
Taquería Jalapeños & Pupusería
Salvadoran restaurant
👍👍 The food is the best! The pupusas and all the other food is delicious! We go here everytime we go to Santa Cruz we stop here!
$ $$$
4.20 (658 reviews)
13
Betty's Eat Inn
Diner
Offbeat establishment featuring creative burgers, sandwiches & boozy milkshakes, plus patio seating.
$$ $$
4.20 (557 reviews)
15
Santa Cruz Diner
Diner
Kid-friendly spot for breakfast all-day, classic American eats & international options such as pho.
$ $$$
4.10 (3.1K reviews)
16
Ideal Bar & Grill
Bar & grill
Bustling room & bar with American entrees including steamed clams plus cocktails such as margaritas.
$$ $$
4.00 (2.5K reviews)
17
Five Guys
Fast food restaurant
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
$$ $$
4.00 (723 reviews)
18
Solaire Restaurant + Bar
American restaurant
Seasonal American fare & cocktails offered in a sleek, stylish restaurant at the Paradox hotel.
3.80 (87 reviews)
19
Jack in the Box
Fast food restaurant
Burgers, chicken, tacos & breakfast items fill out the menu at this fast-food chain.
$ $$$
3.60 (1.7K reviews)
20
Denny's
Diner
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
$ $$$
3.00 (2.1K reviews)