Best Cozy Restaurants in Aptos

13 restaurants available nearby

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1. Paradise Beach Grille

4.2

Awesome(39)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Capitola

Booked 14 times today

Paradise maximizes the beautiful beach location on Monterey Bay with an outdoor patio, views of the historic Venetian condominiums, and the ocean. We also feature an outdoor fireplace perfect for that cozy dinner or wine tasting. We have high top tables in the bar area for drinks or dining, as well as an attractive and spacious dining room. Customers enjoy the various casual venues yet an upscale flair with quality food, beverage, and service.

2. Vinocruz

4.6

Exceptional(123)

Price: Moderate

• Wine Bar • Soquel

Vinocruz Wine Bar and Kitchen features over 50 local wines by the glass from the beautiful and often under appreciated Santa Cruz Mountains AVA starting at about $9 a glass along with local ciders and beers on tap. We also have an extensive menu of small plates including Flatbreads, Fish Tacos, Street Tacos, Short rib Sliders, House made Hummus, Vino Burger, Port infused Truffles, daily specials and much more!We are located in Soquel Village about a 2 min drive from Capitola beach and 10 min from SC Beach Boardwalk. Our large redwood bar and handmade tables offer a cozy, but modern dining experience. For groups larger than 4 please give us a call and we would be happy to accommodate you. Our goal is to be your go-to location for a slightly upscale wine bar in Santa Cruz County and also THE place to go explore Santa Cruz Mountains Wines.

3. la Posta

4.8

Exceptional(2332)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 14 times today

Select from a menu that features dishes composed of locally sourced ingredients as well as house-made pastas, naturally leavened breads and pizzas from our brick oven. Because we rely on the bounty of the Santa Cruz farming community, our menu changes frequently and features a wide array of specials. La Posta’s all-Italian wine list includes autochthonous varieties from small producers, by-the-glass and by the bottle. La Posta adheres to the Monterey Bay Seafood Watch Program and is a certified City of Santa Cruz Green Business.We are so thankful for the incredible support from our customers and community. We will continue to adjust our service based upon best practices for keeping our staff and community safe.

4. Oblò

4.6

Exceptional(51)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 6 times today

Modern Italian cuisine with Californian influence, sit in our beautiful dining room or enjoy one of our amazing craft drinks in the comfort and cozy lounge bar area.Our chef Andrea designed an innovative menu that perfect match with the list of cocktails craft from the Bar manager Keith Fox.

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5. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

4.5

Awesome(616)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 15 times today

Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and food right next to the distillery where our spirits are produced. Indoor, bar and covered heated patio seating available.Hours: Monday to Thursday 5pm-9pmFriday to Sunday 4pm-9pm

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6. Chocolate the Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(82)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 4 times today

Now celebrating 25 years, Chocolate the Restaurant provides an attractive dining environment for couples on dates, friendly meetings, and special occasion meals. Dine outside on the heated garden patio. Celebrate special occasions with up to 25 guests in the private street-side party room. Maybe start with a Chocolate Martini or a Passion Fruit Margarita. Chef David Jackman's fresh baked pasta rosettes, slow-roasted meats, and delicious seasonal organic vegetable dishes are all a prelude to our many chocolaty desserts. Our wine list focuses on local and on Italian wines. Our cocktails are all made from scratch; often using locally distilled spirits, and always using fresh house-made mixers. We are at your service for dinner every night! Afternoon walk-up cafe' service Friday thru Sunday. . We are open for dinner every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

7. Gabriella Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(974)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 4 times today

Gabriella Cafe is a cozy spot known for its charming, romantic ambiance. Reviewers often mention its 'charming feel', 'quaint', and 'almost European' atmosphere. Its intimate setting and excellent food make it a place where customers feel 'warm and welcomed' and love coming back.

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8. The Water Street Grill

4.5

Awesome(302)

Price: Moderate

• American • Santa Cruz

Booked 1 time today

Our local restaurant in Santa Cruz Ca is Family owned, The Water Street Grill is a neighborhood Grill, steak,seafood,burger and wine-Beer Bar offering farm-to-table food, handcrafted drink and a selection of intriguing, affordable Firestone Drafted beers & great selection of wines. We have been more the 20 years in the Restaurant business, we are very committed our restaurant to treat customers with the most respect and let us also handle any event you having, will make it unforgettable moment.

9. Oswald

4.6

Exceptional(1613)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Oswald is a contemporary American restaurant and bar that focuses on the abundance of delicious ingredients found on the central coast of California. Oswald features an eclectic, international wine list and an exciting, seasonal bar program. While the decor is spare and modern, the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed. Oswald features new art shows every two months. We do have first come tables available in the lounge as well as bar seats.Come by and see if there is a table or seat for you.

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10. Solaire Restaurant + Bar

3.9

Excellent(214)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Whether it be a cocktail while soaking up the sun at the poolside patio, anexpertly prepared meal, or a spirited conversation at the bar, SolaireRestaurant + Bar offers the best of what is available with the changingseasons.Solaire offers a truly local dining destination that offers unexpected andoffbeat twists on local ingredients and flavors. The atmosphere of theseasonal restaurant changes based on the weather—in the warm weathermonths it is a playful experience centered on the indoor/outdoor restaurant spaces andthe vibrant pool scene. In the foggier months, guests can relax under the powerful outdoor heaters in our indoor/outdoor covered space while enjoying a cocktail. Mirroring the laid-back attitude of Santa Cruz, the restaurant and bar bring the natural outdoor elements inside in imaginative and modern ways.

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Pattivip
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was good but would like to see new items. Good service though cocktails were slow
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Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | WestsidePrice: Expensive• Californian• Santa Cruz
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4.5
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Angievip
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved the food as always, creative yet simple enough to let the ingredients “talk”. Fabulous service.
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la PostaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Santa Cruz
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4.8
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William
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
We were totally satisfied with the food and service
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Paradise Beach GrillePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Capitola
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4.2
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Wimala
Tahoe / Reno Area •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Food was very good. One of us was vegan gluten free, and they were able to create a delicious dish to meet his need. I ordered pappardelle bison ragu with gluten free pasta and it was delicious. we ordered 3 drinks, mine was strawberry cream vodka but using tequila instead and it was really yummy. Not just the good food but this place is able to accommodate your need such as gluten free and vegan, and they were able to remove dairy from the dish. We will come back.
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OblòPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Cruz
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4.6
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San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 7, 2024
The food was fantastic!!! We were the only people there unfortunately. They even had a band playing. We enjoyed the food a lot!! The service was so so but I understand. She was had no customers so that means she’s making very little money. But I’d give my one customers the best service they ever had if it was me. But the business and cooks deserve the five star rating. 100%!! Fantastic place to take a date or your visiting parents. Loved it!!!!
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VinocruzPrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Soquel
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4.6

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Paradise Beach Grille

2. Vinocruz

3. la Posta

4. Oblò

5. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

6. Chocolate the Restaurant

7. Gabriella Cafe

8. The Water Street Grill

9. Oswald

10. Solaire Restaurant + Bar

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