Bars in Santa Cruz

Bars are the perennial meeting ground for all things social, romantic, and professional. Whether it’s hanging with friends, meeting a date, or blowing off steam with colleagues after a long day of work, Santa Cruz bars are where everyone goes to meet, greet, and commiserate. While it may seem like very little separates the average bar from all the rest, an increasing number of Santa Cruz bars are going out of their way to become unique and lure potential regulars by catering to their specific tastes and interests.

Featured Listings

The Point Chophouse & Lounge

3326 Portola Dr Santa Cruz CA 95062

(831) 476-2733 Make a Reservation

A Pleasure Point Tradition. Enjoy our delicious take on California comfort food, prime cuts, chops and cocktails.

Kuumbwa Jazz Center

320 Cedar St Santa Cruz CA 95060

(832) 427-2227

Kuumbwa Jazz has grown from its small beginnings to one of the most highly respected jazz-presenting institutions in the country, attracting artists o…

Severino's Bar & Grill

7500 Old Dominion Ct Aptos CA 95003

(831) 688-8987

Severino's Bar & Grill offers fresh California cuisine in a warm, friendly atmosphere with fabulous views of the Koi pond and cascading waterfall. Enj…

Ideal Bar & Grill

106 Beach St Santa Cruz CA 95060

(831) 423-5271 Make A Reservation

Fun, family friendly dining with a beautiful view of Santa Cruz Main beach and the Municipal Wharf! We offer seating both inside and on our sunny deck…

Sanderlings Restaurant

One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA 95003

(831) 662-7120 Book a Table

Sanderlings Restaurant, where your dining experience is as spectacular as the view.

The Crepe Place

1134 Soquel Ave Santa Cruz CA 95062

(831) 429-6994

Under new ownership for the past 7 years, the Crepe Place has a renewed energy, and the owners are working hard to keep things the same, but with a di…