Lillians Italian Kitchen - Santa Cruz (CA)

5 /5 Nick: We came in and got seated right away. The man at the front desk was very friendly. We got waters right away and they brought extra lemons. Helen, our server, was great!!! She came multiple times to check on us. She was very nice and made the night enjoyable. The inside is really clean and the layout feels great! She made everyone at the table laugh with her lively personality! I would highly suggest coming here!

5 /5 Richard LaFace: 13 & 15 AUG25: Place was recommended by two friend’s who go to Santa Cruz every year and just chill. The restaurant is in a neighborhood setting and is always filled with locals and others happily being catered to by the friendly staff and great chefs. Shrimp and clams tender and well seasoned, house made pasta perfectly cooked, salads copious and delicious. Sharing starters will not disappoint. Cocktails are amazing. Special call out to Deanna, Devin, Annie (Manager) and Emma

5 /5 Brian Williams: I went here for the first time recently. Right away, I found myself enjoying the high energy atmosphere. Everyone is there to eat good food, and have a great time. There was a lot of families and people on dates. Good vibes all around. The drinks appetizers and entrées were all delicious. I would definitely come here again anytime.

5 /5 Andrew Primus: I’m from Tennessee- I ate at this restaurant once, 13 years ago when they were an unassuming restaurant in a tiny yet charming, building down the street. You had to walk through the kitchen to use the bathroom! But food was so crazy incredible that I had to look it up and come back again on my next trip to Santa Cruz 13 years later. They have upgraded their venue, but the charm is still there for sure. The service was stellar and the food was just as good as I remembered. Possibly the best lasagna that I have ever had. Better than my mothers’. Lol. All of the apps we had were amazing. The pesto primavera was sooo good- love the broccoli in it. And the chocolate pot de crème was an outstanding finish. Ugh. Wish you guys would open a branch in Nashville. :) Thanks!

5 /5 K J L: First time here. The staff was very friendly and our waiter was great. Very friendly and attentive. He made sure everything was good. We had the chicken parmesan and it was excellent. Very nice restaurant, clean and great atmosphere. We will definitely be back.