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California, United States Food Guide: 6 Pub food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Capitola
Find out what Pub restaurants to try in Capitola. Capitola, just minutes south of Santa Cruz, is California’s oldest seaside resort town, and boasts a Mediterranean flavor. An esplanade winds around village shops and bistros, while picture-ready views from the Capitola Wharf create a relaxing atmosphere. Experience signature events like the Capitola Art & Wine Festival, Capitola Begonia Festival, wine tasting rooms, and shopping. Take a hillside “cable car” to dinner overlooking Soquel Creek, next to scenic gardens and waterfalls.
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6. Bay Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
3 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By stixx3
We were hungry so decided to stop in and the place was empty around the 4/4:30 time. The waitress was super sweet and helpful. We sat by the window for ocean viewing. We ordered bacon fries, chicken tacos, chicken cheddar burger with and without the ciabatta bun along with a cheese burger. The waitress spoke very highly of the tacos but both guys said they weren't too bad. Seasoned with enough spice to give it taste. The burgers came with melted cheese all around and it included nice fresh pieces of lettuce and onion. They were really tasty so recommend their burgers. The ambience picked up some as the time went by. You can shoot pool, sit at the bar and watch sports, play music off the "juke box". It got loud as we were right under the speakers and they had no problem turning it down some. Overall a very relaxing time. We would be back as we enjoy to eat off the beach paths
5. Johnny's Harborside
Overall Ratings
4 based on 283 reviews
Reviewed By rosestraveling452
This might sound nit-picky, but the fish tacos that I ordered came with salsa and chips, and I only received 5 chips (as did my Mother) and had to ask for more. Other than that, amazing food! The salsa was delicious. There are three dollar mini desserts!! That's right, three dollars!
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4. Beer Thirty Bottle Shop & Pour House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By JeriLG
Our daughter was turning 30 and wanted a place where friends could drop in and have a beer or just kickback. This was the perfect place. Great beers, great ambiance. Family friendly. You are allowed to bring food in which is amazing, especially with Carpos next door!
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3. Britannia Arms
Overall Ratings
4 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Queencelt
I you want a prime location, right in front of the beach, with a selection of great British beers and ciders, this is the pub for you. It's been around a long time, and, though small, is very hospitable and child-friendly. They sell souvenir tank tops, t-shirts and hoodies, in case you guessed the coastal weather wrong. I love this place.
2. Wharf House Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By dmc52
We were there during the week early in November. We were the only people there for dinner and were told this is normal for the time of the year. Our seafood meals were fresh and delicious. Good size and reasonably priced glasses of wine. Definitely worth the walk to the end of the pier.
1. The Sand Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By irish_captain
On a return visit to Capitola, we were looking for somewhere to eat in the middle of town and tried here. We had eaten in a few other places previously so we said we'd try here. I wasn't too sure of what we'd get, but we were pleasantly surprised! The taco's were excellent! Good service & getting seated outside on a sunny warm November day was great! Definitely recommended.
