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Zelda's on the Beach, Capitola, CA

Zelda's on the Beach

4.4
4.4
560 Reviews
$30 and under
Californian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for brunch
Zelda’s restaurant is in the heart of Capitola Village. We are located on the beach with spectacular views of the Monterey Bay and Capitola Wharf.

Zelda’s Restaurant has been serving local customers as well as others from all over the world for the past thirty years. We offer indoor and outdoor dining with a beachfront deck where you can literally reach and touch the warm sand of Capitola Beach.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 7:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 475-4900
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Whitby
  • Neighborhood
    Capitola
  • Cross street
    San Jose Ave
  • Parking details
    Parking in the Village:Parking spaces in the Village area is limited to three-hour stays at a rate of $1.50 an hour. Vehicles may be cited if they remain in the same space longer than three hours, regardless of payment for more time. Vehicles must be moved to another space every three hours.
  • Entertainment
    Live local bands every Friday and Saturday night 9:30pm-12:30am
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Brunch on the Beach!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us at Zelda's on the Beach for an amazing seaside brunch experience! Stunning views of the bay won't be the only thing that leaves you speechless! Ocean view and beachfront seating available. Outside seating also available. Full bar, fantastic wine list and specialty cocktails all available!

Offers

  • Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
    Immerse yourself in our delicious selection of appetizers, handcrafted cocktails, and signature drinks. Savor the flavors of our mouthwatering dishes while catching up with friends or unwinding with colleagues. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is her to ensure that your experience is nothing short of exceptional.

What 560 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for groups

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Healthy

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Neighborhood gem

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zelda's on the Beach is a delightful coastal gem, celebrated for its "fantastic view," "amazing food," and "exceptional service." Guests rave about the "fabulous brunch" and "wonderful dinner specials." Whether dining "al fresco by the beach" or enjoying "great service," Zelda's is a treasured spot with a welcoming atmosphere.

560 Reviews
  1. joseph

    VIP

    San Francisco

    66 reviews

    5.0

    66 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service all around, great location. The specials were amazing.

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  2. Kenny

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was great food but really cold inside the restaurant but the service was great.

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  3. Dan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and good vibes, we love this place. Service was just a little slow this time around.

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  4. Brandon

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Barista was extremely friendly, server was as well. Great food and the view is top notch. Highly recommend Huevos Rancheros.

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  5. Dave

    VIP

    Seattle

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    This is the breakfast spot to go to when you’re in Santa Cruz, would definitely come back here.

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  6. Kim

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, service and ambience. We’ve been patronizing Zelda’s for over 20 years and never disappoints.

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  7. Erin

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous brunch and fantastic view!! Parking can be tough.

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  8. Ian

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, view, and portions. Highlights. Fried artichokes. Ahi tuna salad.

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  9. Jessica

    Sacramento

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 9, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Open Table needs better communication with their restaurants. We arrived to a sign on the door that they were closed and would be closed until Dec 11th.

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  10. Amy

    Central Coast

    31 reviews

    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zelda's is a fun place to dine al fresco by the beach!

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FAQs

Zelda's on the Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 475-4900.

Zelda's on the Beach is rated 4.4 stars by 560 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zelda's on the Beach

203 Esplanade, Capitola, CA 95010

Additional information

  • Cross street
    San Jose Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Capitola
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 7:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking in the Village:Parking spaces in the Village area is limited to three-hour stays at a rate of $1.50 an hour. Vehicles may be cited if they remain in the same space longer than three hours, regardless of payment for more time. Vehicles must be moved to another space every three hours.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Whitby
  • Entertainment
    Live local bands every Friday and Saturday night 9:30pm-12:30am
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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