Dining & Cloud’s roasting philosophy «straysCatfrom Surf City Coffee the brighter, more acidic lighter roasts that tend to be favored by the specialty coffee industry to darker roasts, which they view as more approachable for the average coffee drinker.
Coffeetopia
Java Junction
Surf City knows what is needed in a good coffeehouse. Two things: coffee done right and ambience done right.
Verve Coffee Roasters
On the cutting edge of coffee culture—sourcing, roasting and brewing—Verve coffee houses are modern, light-filled meccas that maintain the highest standards.
PUBS
519 Seabright Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.423.5282; 580 S. River St, Santa Cruz, 831.426.2128,
East End Gastropub
javajunctioncoffee.com
Roasting the highest quality organic and fair trade coffee and espresso beans, Java Junction is the perfect pick-me-up for your morning commute, or a place to sit and chat with friends.
Mr. Toots
231 Esplanade, Capitola, 831.475.3679
The locals’ favorite in Capitola Village offers stellar coffee drinks, a soothing seaside view and the increasingly rare coffee house staple: acoustic music.
Hidden Peak Teahouse 1541-C Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.423.4200,
hiddenpeakteahouse.com
1501 41st Ave, Capitola, 831.475.8010, eastendpub.com
Craft beer, wine, wood-fired pizza and a seasonal menu of small plates and entrées make this East Side sibling of West End Tap & Kitchen a refined neighborhood standby.
Aptos Farmers Market at Cabrillo College
Parish Publick House
Fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts, seafood, honey, flowers, and chocolate are all available. Open 1-6pm on Wednesdays at Lincoln and Cedar streets in Santa Cruz. Visit facebook.com/santacruzfarmersmarket and santacruzfarmersmarket.org.
841 Almar Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.421.0507, 8017 Soquel Drive, Aptos, 831.708.2036,
theparishpublick.com
What’s not to like about The Parish? It’s a lively neighborhood bar with rotating taps, delicious pub fare and full-on atmosphere. The Aptos location has patio seating.
Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
A downtown retreat, this serene teahouse offers the finest in organic teas, gung fu tea service and terrific gifts—all made with precise, patient skill.
402 Ingalls St, #27, Santa Cruz, 831.425.4900, scmbrew.com
This taproom and beer garden features handcrafted, organic microbrews.
Lulu Carpenter’s
1545 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.429.9804; 911 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, 475.3679, lulucarpenters.com
A Santa Cruz tradition with classic coffeehouse ambience, Lulu’s is comfortable and well-run. A full kitchen at the downtown location and relationships with coffee growers keep the quality of products high.
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6006 La Madrona Drive, Scotts Valley, 831.430.9112, surfcitycoffee.com
vervecoffee.com
Counter service where the baristas really care about the basics: making you the coffee drink you want. Espresso is the focal point of its many drinks.
FOOD & DRINK
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1540 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.600.7784; 816 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.475.7776; 104 Bronson St. #19, Santa Cruz, 831.471.8469,1010 Fair Ave, Santa Cruz, 831.431.6547,
1723 Mission St, Santa Cruz, 831.425.6583; 3701 Portola Drive, Santa Cruz, 831.477.1940; 1443 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, 831.476.5488, coffeetopia.com
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FARMERS MARKETS
Seabright Social
519 Seabright Ave. #107, Santa Cruz, 831.426.2739, seabrightsocial.com
With home-brewed beers and a diverse selection of pub food, the Seabright community has found a gathering place in this neighborhood hangout.
Open year-round, rain or shine, from 8am-noon on Saturdays. 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, montereybayfarmers.org
Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market
Felton Farmers Market
Open 1-6pm on Tuesdays. Fresh fruit, vegetables and food. 120 Russell Ave, Felton. Visit facebook.com/santacruzfarmersmarket and
santacruzfarmersmarket.org.
Live Oak Farmers Market
Open 9am-1pm on Sundays. Local organic fruit, vegetables, flowers, and prepared food. East Cliff Shopping Center at 15th Avenue and East Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz. Visit facebook.com/santacruzfarmersmarket
and santacruzfarmersmarket.org.
Westside Farmers Market
Open 9am-1pm on Saturdays, year-round, rain or shine. Fresh fruit and vegetables, flowers and locally prepared foods. Western Drive and Mission Street Extension in Santa Cruz. Visit facebook.com/
santacruzfarmersmarket and santacruzfarmersmarket.org.
Scotts Valley Farmers Market
Open 9am-1pm on Saturdays, year-round. Fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers. Scotts Valley Square off Mount Hermon Road. Visit facebook.
com/santacruzfarmersmarket and santacruzfarmersmarket.org.
UCSC Farm and Garden
Fresh fruit, vegetables and flowers. 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, 831.459.3240. casfs.ucsc.edu
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