This boardwalk-adjacent offers great ocean views and a good selection of traditional delicacies like baklava, gyros and of course, falafels.
Tacos Moreno is a local favorite, so don't be surprised to see a line extending out the door on any given day. But according to a customer's testimony, the line moves quickly.
Tacos Moreno is very well known for its burritos and quesadillas and are famous for the signature salsa and al pastor (barbecued pork), as well as jarritos and cervezas.
Tacos Moreno is even recognized by the local journalistic community as the recipient of the 2010 Good Times Best Burrito award.
The Silver Spur is a popular breakfast and lunch spot located on Soquel Drive, midway between 17th and 41st Avenues. If you go on Saturday, expect to stand in line. But your wait will be its with dishes using fresh local ingredients. The restaurant makes all their own baked goods, soups, roast beef and roast turkey, to mention a few. And the cinnamon rolls are to die for.
Sabieng has a nice-sized location in Mission Village Plaza, in the West Side. They offer a wide variety of traditional favorites and food to go. Easy access off Mission Street, with plenty of parking to make lunch runs easy.
This pizza place serves custom pizzas at reasonable prices. The restaurant makes its dough fresh each day and uses freshly grated cheese rather than frozen. The friendly staff is ready to help with your pizza or specialty items such as cheese bread, wings and accompanying dips.
Riva Fish House is a seafood restaurant located in Santa Cruz. The restaurant offers patrons an array of seafood dishes for lunch and dinner. Popular dishes include Baja snapper, shrimp linguini, crabcake sandwich, calamari and clam chowder in a bread bowl. The restaurant features a full bar. For further inquiries, phone Riva Fish House.
Since its inception in 1971, Togo's has been making large sandwiches with fresh ingredients to go. This location's friendly staff prepares food quickly so customers can get on their way. Some bestselling sandwiches include the Italian, avocado and turkey, Black Forest ham and cheese, and roast beef. Wraps, salads and vegetarian options are also available, as are soups, including green chili enchilada and broccoli cheddar.
