Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

4.5

623 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Great for happy hour
Neighborhood gem

Savor our handcrafted cocktails and flavorful dishes right beside the distillery where our premium spirits are crafted. Whether you prefer indoor dining, a lively bar atmosphere, or our covered heated patio, we provide a variety of seating options to enhance your experience.

HOURS:
Monday - Thursday // 5pm - 9pm
Friday // 4pm - 9pm
Saturday - Sunday // 11:30am - 9pm

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, Contemporary American, Distillery
Hours of operation
Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 600-7376 ext. 1
Website
https://www.venusspirits.com/vsckwestside
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
We offer private parties the option to buy out our tasting room. You will have access to our indoor space and outdoor patio. We also offer private parties the option to buy out the restaurant. This means that your party will have the entire restaurant, bar and heated side patio. Our chefs have curated a menu with multiple options for our guests.

Location
200 High Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95060-3713
Neighborhood
Santa Cruz
Cross street
Delaware Avenue
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Celebrate your birthday with us!
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us on your birthday and enjoy a complimentary slice of chocolate torte!
Daily Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Thu - 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for Happy Hour and enjoy a delightful midweek or weekend treat! Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails at special discounted prices, or savor a tempting selection of shareable plates, including our famous crispy brussels sprouts! Monday - Thursday // 5pm - 6pm Friday - Sunday // 4pm - 5pm

Popular dishes

What 623 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

4.4Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Innovative
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Lively
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen on the Westside offers an inviting atmosphere and "amazing drinks." This gastropub is praised for its "delicious" brunch options, craft cocktails, and intimate outdoor seating. While some entrees could improve, the "wonderful" service and standout appetizers like "crispy Brussels sprouts" make it a solid choice for drinks and light bites.

623 Reviews

M
Maureen
VIP
Los Angeles
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was great, ate on their Smashburger night. Also had Shrimp & Grits…amazing! Our server Helen was so welcoming and friendly!
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Ivan
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, our experience was excellent. Service is always friendly, personal and sincere. Thank you
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Randall
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The wine provided complemented the meal perfectly.
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Janis
VIP
San Francisco
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful service and food. Cocktails were perfect and amazing.
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Rick
Phoenix
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food, service, and atmosphere, as always!
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Scott
VIP
San Diego
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food wasn’t great but did the trick. The seared tuna looked cool but was tough and lacked flavor. Service was fine and the ambiance is pretty cool. I’d go back but wish the food was better.
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Ivan
VIP
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As usual, everyone is very welcoming and sincerely friendly.
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Patti
VIP
San Francisco
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was good but would like to see new items. Good service though cocktails were slow
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Shelley
Sacramento
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our second visit to Venus and our first five-star meal wasn’t luck of the draw. Our second meals were equally delicious. We didn’t realize it was chicken Parmesan Thursday and how fortuitous! A salad, the chicken and a glass of wine for $28. This is enough food for two. Our server was attentive and friendly. Our son and his wife are joining us there tonight for round three! Highly recommend 😊
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Akiko
VIP
San Francisco
55 reviews
4.0
55 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Loved the food. Great staff, really a nice experience.
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FAQs

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 600-7376 ext. 1.

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside is rated 4.5 stars by 623 OpenTable diners.

Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 28, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today