Gabriella Café - Santa Cruz (CA)

5 /5 G E: Gabriella is a cozy, cute cafe with excellent food. Our lunch was delicious and generous. Service was a little mixed. I would have liked the bacon and roasted potatoes that could have come with my bun-free burger, but whether that was confusion on my part or our servers, I cant be completely sure.

4 /5 Rocio Carvajal: I really enjoyed my pasta, but I do wish it had larger pieces of mushrooms. The crispy brussel sprouts were pretty good, a little salty for me (but I like less salt). I think it is a little expensive for what we ordered, but it is in Santa Cruz. I wish I had more of the pasta after I finished my plate. The foccacia was really nice, so soft. I enjoyed my deconstructed affogato, and the brownie reminded me of the puercito Mexican sweet bread. I think a richer and more moist brownie would have fit better. I would have liked a bit more ice cream. Overall, I would return, but I think it is a bit pricey, so maybe every once in a while. The service was great, and our waitress was very nice too. I didnt enter the establishment, just the patio area, so thats the only pictures I have.

5 /5 Desert Angie: This cute lil place has some serious power packed food. Cauliflower is a must. Grilled peaches are so delicious. Every chew on the Gnocchi is memorable. The fall off the bone braised lambshank is heavenly. So glad to have been able to partake in this delightful place and their ambiance and food is made with love.

2 /5 Gianluca Magro: I visited Gabriella with the hope of enjoying a comforting Italian meal. The gnocchi were nicely plated, but the flavors didn’t quite meet expectations. The sausage tasted fairly generic, and the mushroom flavor was quite subtle. While the dish might appeal to a broader audience, it didn’t capture the depth and character I associate with traditional Italian cuisine. For the price point, I was expecting a bit more in terms of flavor and ingredient quality. That said, the setting is charming, and the staff was kind—there’s definitely potential with a few refinements.