The Best Restaurants in Santa Cruz & Monterey

99 Bottles Restaurant & Pub

99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall is a restaurant and pub located in downtown Santa Cruz on Walnut Street. 99 Bottles is a great place to watch a game, with our tasty eats and 45 beers on draft, we know you will enjoy the atmosphere.  We are recen... more

A Taste of Monterey

This regional Wine Bar, Market and Bistro is Cannery Row's 2nd largest attraction with Monterey's Best View and  is a must see when in Monterey. We invite you to come in and discover the culinary delights of Monterey Wine Country at our ocean vi... more

A.W. Shucks

Light dinners in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. One-of-a-kind seafood and oyster bar, featuring assorted oysters, delicious ciopino, assorted chowders, crabcakes, seafood appetizers and a cozy bar. They provide a hitching post for dogs in front of their... more

Alfresco

A small vegetarian, fast food kiosk. Only outdoor seating available. Hot brown rice bowls, salads and wraps. They have vegan sausage and other unusual vegetarian options. ------------- Adorable tables and chairs are set up around this do... more

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

Located in a historically registered building in Old Monterey, the Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill serves locally sourced, gastropub-influenced fare built around it's beers that are produced on-site. The Brewpub contains 140 seats, including a sh... more

Ambrosia India Bistro

Our principles of using the best ingredients to prepare a nutritious food and serve it with honest hospitality have remained consistent.   Come try our healthy, delicious food. more

Andre's Bouchee

French Cuisine. A Carmel favorite that lures locals and visitors with its chic style and neighborhood charm. Chef Andre Lemaire prepares authentic French Bistro Cuisine with a Californian Coastal flair. Our friendly atmosphere buzzes with excitement... more

Anton & Michel

Classic table-side service specialties (including flambé desserts) and elegance still prevail. Known for attentive and customized planning, Anton & Michel is a favorite for special events such as private parties and wedding rehearsals. more

Aubergine

The restaurant offers sophisticated modern California cuisine by Chef de Cuisine Justin Cogley. Chef de Cuisine Justin Cogley’s and Executive Pastry Chef Ron Mendoza’s cooking philosophy is built first and foremost on spontaneity. With ac... more

Baja Cantina

Get away from the city and join us for fantastic food, an exceptional bar, and a festive lively atmosphere where everyone feels like part of the party! Stop by and see our vintage automobile memorabilia or soak in the beautiful scenery of the val... more

Bay of Pines

Bella Roma Caffe

Gaetano invites you to join the Santa Cruz locals at Bella Roma Cafe, where you can eat authentic Italian food showcasing recipes from his family and friends. Enjoy an evening dining with friends or entertain guests with great food, great wine and... more

Benihana - Monterey

Right off Monterey's Fisherman's Warf, Benhihana Monterey is a great option for surf & tur, great lunch specials and lots of fun for birthdays or just a night out. more

Benten

A traditional Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar.  Benton delivers the goods without a lot of fuss, but with good quality for the price. more

Betty Burgers

Betty Burgers is a Santa Cruz favorite.  With its classic diner feel, unique decor, and awesome bar, Betty Burgers is the place to get your burger fix. You can find all types of tasty burger combos, from Western and Hawaiian styles to the class... more

Betty's Eat Inn

Primarily grass-fed, our meat is all-natural with no hormones and no antibiotics. All of our vegetables come from local farmers, are fresh and delivered daily. Order your specialty burger from our menu or build your own. The combinations are endless!... more

Betty's Noodle House

- Noodle Soup - Noodle Salad - Stir-fried Noodle Bowl - Stir-fried Rice Bowl - Appetizers/ Asian Snacks - Asian Fusion Cuisine - Vegetarian/ Vegan Items - Gluten-free Menu (available in store or on Facebook) - Spicy Food - Free Wi-Fi Free Delivery D... more

Bistro 211

We at Bistro 211 believe that it is our mission to serve healthy, tasteful meals and it is our purpose to make it a joyful experience for both our customers and staff. We strive to offer the best locally grown, wholesome foods possible in a ple... more

Bistro Giovanni

A great Mediterranean restaurant open for dinner daily seven nights a week.  They feature a nice selection of dishes that are unique and authentic.   One of the best restaurants that has a bistro style and with a family atmosphere... more

Bistro Moulin

Bistro Moulin is a delightful surprise of French cuisine that is the hot new place to eat for locals in PG and Monterey. The Chef and owner, Didier Dutertre is an expert at presenting the most exhuisite and delicious of French home cooking with his... more

Bittersweet Bistro

Recognized by locals as one of the top restaurants in Aptos and Santa Cruz County, Bittersweet Bistro offers an American Bistro Cuisine style dinner menu with Mediterranean influences. Outstanding dessert menu and an award-winning wine list are serve... more

Britannia Arms Monterey

Located in historic Monterey, the Britannia Arms at Monterey provides a great place to drop by and enjoy a pint after a hard days touring around the famous landmarks. more

Burger Santa Cruz

At Burger our ingredients matter. Our food is wholesome and delicious. Though it can be challenging, we are committed to offering our guests an exceptionally flavorful, nutritionally superior product. As well as providing California grass... more

Cafe Beach

Restaurant with the best view of the Monterey Bay! Open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. more

Cafe Carmel

Café Carmel is a European style coffee house serving breakfast sandwiches and an assortment of deli products, cheeses , antipasti, soup and salads, fresh baked pastries, ice cream, smoothies, and milk shakes. We cater, too. more

Cafe Cruz

Cafe Cruz is a local dining destination for visitors and neighbors alike. Established in 1995, Cafe Cruz is known for its atmosphere, menu selections, and congenial staff. The restaurant will make you feel right at home for any event, big or small.&... more

Cafe Fina

Traditional Italian Cuisine and Fresh Seafood in Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf. more

California Coffee

This is a really nice spot. Lots of outdoor seating. There is a dog section as well. They have live music periodically as well. more

California Grill of the Pajaro Valley

California Grill of the Pajaro Valley serves only the finest, locally-grown produce, meats and desserts. In fact, the restaurant owner grows all the organic vegetables and salads right here in the fields of the Pajaro Valley. It’s likely the pr... more

Cantinetta Luca

Cantinetta Luca offers casual, informal dining, featuring menu items such as delicious pizza, baked in an authentic, Italian, no gas, wood-burning pizza oven. Luca also specializes in antipasti, a dozen or so varieties of salume and handmade pasta. W... more

Carmel Belle

Recently established as one of Carmel's 'Most popular' breakfast spots now and quick becoming the lunch crowd's hang out as well.  This eatery has become the spot for new visitors and locals alike to eat their wonderfully fresh farm product eggs... more

Carmel Bistro

The essence of a true bistro - elegant and sophisticated, yet causal and friendly. An exquisite menu as appealing to the wallet as it is to the palate. The savory items on their menu lend themselves to everyday dining as well as special occasions. more

Carmel Bistro Giovanni

A fantastic restaurant with a selection of international cuisine featuring California fresh fish, Mediterranean, Italian, Exquisite French Bistro-style, salads, pastas and antipastos with daily specials.  Fine wine and great service make this a... more

Carmel Cafe and Cocoa Bar

Charming European coffeehouse with a truly decadent cocoa menu, fresh baked cakes and cookies, quiche, sandwiches and caual bistro patio seating where well-behaved dogs are welcome. more

Carmel Food Company

We wanted to let you know that our new restaurant, the Carmel Food Company, is very dog friendly: Enjoy a fabulous lunch or dinner on our heated garden patio with your four-legged friend. We don't just tolerate dogs, we encourage you to bring y... more

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