Local Knowledge for Santa Cruz
Food scene
Great Italian food just down the street from 8 Palms
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Lillian's Italian Kitchen
1148 Soquel AveGreat Italian food just down the street from 8 Palms
Decent food and fun atmosphere upstairs. Live music on most nights and a fun beach party Thursdays during the summer
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Crow's Nest Restaurant
2218 E Cliff DrDecent food and fun atmosphere upstairs. Live music on most nights and a fun beach party Thursdays during the summer
Café Cruz
2621 41st AveReally good food!
Fun place to get breakfast lunch or dinner. Capitola Village is a must if you haven't been there.
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Zelda's on the Beach
203 EsplanadeFun place to get breakfast lunch or dinner. Capitola Village is a must if you haven't been there.
Great food and drink. Excellent music on the right night. Cool owner.
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The Sand Bar Capitola
211 EsplanadeGreat food and drink. Excellent music on the right night. Cool owner.
Charlie Hong Kong
1141 Soquel AveRight down the street from 8 Palms
If you are a craft beer drinker this is a great place to go. Outdoor tables and games. Ping pong, corn hole, etc. Also dogs allowed
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Beer 30
2504 S Main StIf you are a craft beer drinker this is a great place to go. Outdoor tables and games. Ping pong, corn hole, etc. Also dogs allowed
Akira Sushi
1222 Soquel AveRight down the street. Real good!
The Buttery
702 Soquel AveGreat place for coffee and breakfast
Java Junction
519 Seabright AvePerfect place to enjoy a morning coffee at the beach
Seabright Deli
415 Seabright AveBetty Burgers
505 Seabright AveReal Thai Kitchen
1632 Seabright AveExcellent food!! Great beer. Try the pizza and salads..... outstanding!!!
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Sante Adairius Santa Cruz Portal
1315 Water StExcellent food!! Great beer. Try the pizza and salads..... outstanding!!!
Sightseeing
Fall Creek Trail
Fall Creek TrailAwesome hike along a beautiful creek in the Redwoods.
Great place to walk or bike. Views of the ocean and cliffs
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Wilder Ranch State Park
1401 Coast RdGreat place to walk or bike. Views of the ocean and cliffs
Steamer Lane
700 W Cliff DrGreat place to take a walk and see guys surfing.
Amusement Park
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park
400 Beach StFood Shopping
Shopper's Corner
622 Soquel AveGreat local market with excellent meat department
Neighborhoods
Great Shopping and dining options on a very charming stretch of beach.
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Capitola
Great Shopping and dining options on a very charming stretch of beach.