Dining
Visit the locally owned restaurants along the Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy stunning views at every establishment!
Map of Wharf Restaurants(PDF, 983KB)
Dolphin Restaurant
(Currently Closed)
Located at 71-A, a Classic little diner at the end of the Wharf. Fish & Chips, chowder in a bread bowl, burgers, fresh seafood, pasta & steak entrees. Indoor or patio seating as well as a to-go window. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner at 8:00 a.m.
FireFish Grill
Located at 25 Municipal Wharf, featuring a mesquite wood grill in our exhibition kitchen. Fresh seafood, steaks, & homemade pasta served California style. Full bar, specialty drinks, & a great beer and wine list. Fabulous ocean views. Open daily for lunch & dinner.
FireFish Grill Website
Gilda's
Located at 37 Municipal Wharf, enjoy fresh seafood, classic pastas, standout sandwiches, & delicious breakfasts. Vintage diner vibe with booths, counter service, & Santa Cruz history. Full bar with stunning ocean views. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Gilda's Website
Humble Sea Pop Up
Seasonal Pop Up Location featuring a rotating selection of light beers, hoppy ales, & other styles. We also have cans and bottles to-go. Check out our rotating food trucks.
Humble Sea Pop Up Webiste
Makai Island Kitchen
Located at 49-A, the makers of Riva bring you Makai, a taste of Hawaii and beyond. And, an unbroken view of Steamers Lane. Come check out our rotating bar!
Makai Island Kitchen Website
Olitas Cantina & Grille
Located at 49-B, Olitas offers a fresh take on Mexican cuisine, blending traditional and modern flavors. Enjoy breathtaking ocean views, award-winning margaritas, and Taco Tuesdays & Thursdays. Located upstairs. Open daily for lunch and dinner from noon.
Olitas Cantina & Grille Website
Riva Fish House
Located at 31 Municipal Wharf, Riva's is a great place to grab a nice meal on the Santa Cruz Wharf. The food is great - from fresh warm French bread, to fried zucchini, to exquisitely prepared fish of all varieties. Open 7 days a week 11 am-8:00 pm.
Riva Fish House Website
Stagnaro Bros. Seafood Inc.
Located at 59 Municipal Wharf, Seafood restaurant and fish market specializing in the largest variety of fresh seafood from around the world. Full bar, excellent view, food-to-go.
Stagnaro Bros. Seafood Inc. Website
Vino by the Sea
Located at 55-B, enjoy a remarkable fine dining experience at Vino By The Sea in Santa Cruz! Savor boutique beers, delicious tapas, and breathtaking ocean views in a warm, inviting atmosphere—perfect for private events or a relaxing night out with friends.
Vino by the Sea Website
Woodies Cafe
Located at 25 Municipal Wharf, A taste of Santa Cruz past and present! Woodies Café offers casual, affordable dining on the Wharf. Enjoy Fish & Chips, Chowder in a Bread Bowl, or a Crab Louie. Grab an ocean view table or take it to go!
Woodies Cafe Website