Cafe El Palomar - Santa Cruz (CA)

5 /5 Connor Peck: The staff was on top of everything. This was our first time here, but you could tell they have a lot of locals that they know by first name. They treated my daughter and I just as friendly. The food and drinks were great. My daughter loves shrimp so I got her a bean and cheese burrito and we split the steak and shrimp fajitas. The fajitas are definitely enough for two. Burrito will be a perfect snack later on. Their salsa and guac are great! Thank you to the staff for such a great experience for lunch.

3 /5 Colin Honess: Ive been eating here for many years, and love the salmon burrito and the great staff, but recently noticed that a hidden service charge was quietly added to each item on my take-out order. No mention was made on the menu of this extra charge, which frankly makes the prices on the menu a flat-out lie. I dont object to the prices, but I do object to the dishonesty. Dont we have enough lies in our lives these days without our local taqueria joining in? Shame on you.

4 /5 Sarah R: We were visiting relatives in the area. A beautiful view of the ocean with the great windows. We ate a delicious brunch.

5 /5 Bay Walker: Worthwhile! Delicious Mexican fare. We enjoyed a large tasty combo platter and took leftovers home. No wait on a December Sunday evening. Service was excellent. While the decor is modest and a very casual vibe, food quality, modest prices, tasty cocktails and incredible location ON the beach make this place wonderful ❣️Music volume was perfect.

4 /5 Tricia Wright: This is my partner’s go to spot for breakfast when we’re in Santa Cruz and this place always hits. I tried their Corralitos Smoked Sausage burrito and it was delicious! A great spot right on the water.