Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Santa Cruz
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- KKiSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 15, 2024This is a great dining option in downtown Santa Cruz. Excellent food and service, with a creative drinks bar.More infoOswaldPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz•4.6
- KKathySan Francisco Bay Area •8 reviews4.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024I chose Chocolate for a birthday/retirement lunch with family. I was the only chocoholic in our party, but all enjoyed the food. We all got different hot chocolates to begin, a variety of main dishes, and different desserts, all of which we liked. I got a dark Colombian hot chocolate, which packed the kind of deep punch I like. I also got the chicken mole. They now have only one type of mole, which was a little spicier than I'm used to. I acclimated quickly and gobbled it all up, although the spice did affect the taste of the remaining hot chocolate. For dessert, I got the chocolate sin cake, which was nice and dark, though not as dense as I expected. We ate inside, which was rather dark--I had to walk over to a window to read the menu. Service was generally good and well timed, although the one soda ordered was not brought. The restaurant is quite small, so it's probably never loud inside; we were there mid-afternoon, and there were only a handful of other patrons. Metered parking right outside on the street was surprisingly available, although not cheap. There is also a covered lot right around the corner. We will definitely return!More infoChocolate the RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Cruz•4.7
- MMikeSt. Louis •3 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024Fabulous food, service and abience! Best middle eastern food ever. The fresh baked naan were especially yummy as were the dips with the naan. Will definitely return!More infoLailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz•4.7
- WWimalaTahoe / Reno Area •8 reviews5.0Dined on Nov 13, 2024Food was very good. One of us was vegan gluten free, and they were able to create a delicious dish to meet his need. I ordered pappardelle bison ragu with gluten free pasta and it was delicious. we ordered 3 drinks, mine was strawberry cream vodka but using tequila instead and it was really yummy. Not just the good food but this place is able to accommodate your need such as gluten free and vegan, and they were able to remove dairy from the dish. We will come back.More infoOblòPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz•4.6
- AadriannaSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on Nov 10, 2024Great service and outstanding food! I also love the ambience. I highly a recommend Gabrielle café.More infoGabriella CafePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz•4.7
Discover best special occasions restaurants in Santa Cruz
Discover the ideal venues for celebrating special occasions in the charming locales of Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Aptos within the vibrant Santa Cruz Bay Area. Whether you are planning an intimate anniversary dinner, a festive birthday gathering, or any significant milestone, this selection of restaurants offers a variety of atmospheres and cuisines to ensure a memorable experience. Known for their exceptional service, creative menus, and inviting ambiances, these establishments have been consistently praised for making special occasions truly special. The dining scene here is diverse, reflecting a blend of casual elegance and culinary sophistication that caters to a range of tastes and preferences. Each restaurant in this carefully curated list not only meets but exceeds expectations with their dedication to quality and a warm, welcoming environment. Make your next celebration extraordinary by choosing from these top-rated dining destinations, where every meal becomes a cherished memory in the scenic heart of the Santa Cruz Bay Area.