Bars & Restaurants

There’s just something special about Chinese takeout. Maybe it’s because no matter how hard you try, you can’t quite get the recipe for a traditional Chinese dish right outside the restaurant. Peppered among the numerous exceptional Santa Cruz restaurants, you’ll find plenty of dim sum, wonton, and chicken chow mein joints for dine-in dates or […]

When the surf hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s Santa Cruz. While New York City takes all of the credit for its famously thin and large slices, California wants you to know they take their pizza seriously and arguably more creatively than the average NY slice! It’s not San Francisco and San

10 Best Lunch Spots in Santa Cruz Let’s be honest: finding somewhere to eat when the hanger has already set in is hopeless. But we’re here to help. When you’re tired from a full morning of exploring, it’s time to consult our lunch list. The ten best places to score a delicious lunch are within

The Tastiest Mexican Food in Santa Cruz Are you looking for the best Mexican food in Santa Cruz? The local area has plenty of tacos and burritos made with fresh corn tortillas, and Santa Cruz is known for its authentic Mexican food. If you are looking for the best Mexican restaurant in Santa Cruz, take

Stretching from Salinas to Big Sur, the Monterey Peninsula is one of the best seafood destinations south of San Francisco. But it’s not just seafood eateries here. You’ll find wineries, Spanish and Asian cuisine, steakhouses, and more. You can sleep in comfort in one of our carefully curated vacation rentals in Santa Cruz County, take

Beyond fog-drenched mountains and world-class wave breaks lies a bustling tapestry of nightlife and cocktails with influences from around the world. Whether you’re looking for a chill night with a craft beer in hand at a taproom or a live concert, there’s a place for everyone in the Santa Cruz bar scene. So, designate a

A gray salty sea mist blankets the city. It’s a moody day. You’ve just awakened inside one of the best centrally located vacation rentals in Santa Cruz. Nothing calls to you more than a steaming, aromatic cup of coffee. Fortunately, this stretch of California coast might just take its coffee culture as seriously as the

Santa Cruz is located south of San Jose just up the coast from Capitola and is known for its beautiful beaches, eclectic charm, and rich California surf culture. While you’re out having fun and exploring all that this beach town has to offer, you’re likely to get pretty hungry. There’s no shortage of great Santa Cruz

If a city is only as good as its center, Santa Cruz is as good as it gets. For its small size, it packs a culinary punch with diverse, bold restaurants and an emphasis on local organic ingredients. After all, California has no shortage of them.  If you’re staying in one of our downtown vacation

With Napa only a stone’s throw from Santa Cruz, it’s no surprise that the beachside city boasts an array of celebrated restaurants. Specifically, Italian. Nothing pairs better than pasta and wine, after all. Expect seafood-heavy Italian favorites, fresh churned ice cream or gelato, thin-crust pizza, and all the other delicious food you associate with classic