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Paradise Beach Grille, Capitola, CA

Paradise Beach Grille

4.5
4.5
48 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Charming
  • Healthy
  • Neighborhood gem
Paradise maximizes the beautiful beach location on Monterey Bay with an outdoor patio, views of the historic Venetian condominiums, and the ocean. We also feature an outdoor fireplace perfect for that cozy dinner or wine tasting. We have high top tables in the bar area for drinks or dining, as well as an attractive and spacious dining room. Customers enjoy the various casual venues yet an upscale flair with quality food, beverage, and service.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Dessert
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 476-4900
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 48 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Service

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Ambiance

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Value

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for groups

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Healthy

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Hot spot

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Romantic

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Paradise Beach Grille boasts "amazing setting and view" along Capitola Beach, offering delightful outdoor seating with picturesque vistas. Diners frequently praise the "excellent" service and recommend the "delicious" key lime pie and seafood dishes. While some mention inconsistencies in food quality, the "friendly" staff and charming ambiance make it a favorite local spot.

48 Reviews
  1. Jeffrey

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Super delicious seafood pasta. Rib dinner was huge and tasty. Good desserts too. Service was pretty good, a few delays here and there but it was a busy evening. Staff was super helpful, and when I called ahead, they gave me directions to parking and were patient with it. Not always the case these days! We would like to come again!

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  2. Eloy S.

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Had a reservation on Valentines Day. Ordered bread loaf with cheese and it came to the table unmelted. The main entrees were good. For dessert ordered key lime pie with 2 coffee’s, both coffee’s were cold, not even warm, waitress apologized and took them off the bill. The waitress and host were very nice. I expect a little more for a bill of $170 for a party of 2.

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  3. Ted

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Food was cold after long wait, even with a reservation

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  4. Jeff

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Server left us the sense that he couldn't be bothered.

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  5. Karsten

    Sacramento

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. The shrimp lettuce wraps, fish tacos and butternut squash raviolis were delicious.

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  6. Tyler

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on January 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing setting and view! However, we were disappointed with the quality of the food - especially for the price. Would choose to try somewhere else next time.

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  7. Rich

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed dinner on the outside patio. They had heaters set up to keep it warm. We enjoyed the seafood pasta and red snapper special. The key lime pie for dessert was excellent! Our server was very friendly and gave good recommendations.

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  8. Tami

    VIP

    San Francisco

    86 reviews

    3.0

    86 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love the village and Capitola!!! We used to make semi regular visits to Paradise grill. Unfortunately, the last couple of times have been a disappointment. The food is just ok. Service is friendly. Hope to see this place continue and grow.

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  9. Sylvie

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sam was great even on a busy Thanksgiving! We were able to get a window seat.

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  10. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were totally satisfied with the food and service

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FAQs

Paradise Beach Grille is rated 4.5 stars by 48 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Paradise Beach Grille

215 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Capitola
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Dessert
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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