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- JJennyCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoMy husband and I had a lovely dinner! He had the lasagna and I had the skirt steak. Both were great and we would definitely get it again! The servers were friendly and attentive. The cocktails were excellent!More infoOswaldPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Santa Cruz•4.5
- MMaxwellLos Angeles •3 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoI don’t love this place the food is Fantastic! The staff is very friendly and attentive.More infoLailiPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz•4.7
- SSteveCalifornia Central Coast •33 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoVery good food and service. A very nice menu. There is indoor seating in a quaint setting as well as an outdoor courtyard and on the street parklet. We've always had a good experience here and excellent food.More infoGabriella CafePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz•4.7
- EEddieVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFeb 14,2025. Full up with Valentine's Day crowd. Reservations highly recommended. We are here every Friday so we were prepared. Had freshly baked mini loaf with butter, main two meals of Oaxacan Mole chicken dish with salad and corn pie. Followed by chocolate desserts - ectasy sundae, special chocolate strawberry tiramasu, and Victoria hot chocolate. Always great experience.More infoChocolate the RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Cruz•4.6
- KKenSan Francisco Bay Area •14 reviews4.0Dined 7 days agoFood is great and variety on the menu is perfect.More infoMozaic - Santa CruzPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Santa Cruz•4.6
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