Isabella was very kind, informative and helpful. The bar was full there is seated area as well. The…read morekava is earthy. New folks get a 4oz shot to try. The flavored kava drinks mask the kava if you have a hard time drinking it. Creates an in mouth buzz feeling and uplifting, calm, social energy. Ordered the chai to go. Definitely intrigued in coming back.

Melo Melo Kava Bar has a really cool vibe. Lowkey, the whole place felt kind of psychedelic in the…read morebest way. It was calm, colorful, and definitely different from your typical coffee shop or bar. We tried the High Tide, which is straight up kava. It has a very earthy taste, and they give you orange slices to chase it, which definitely helps. It left me feeling pretty relaxed, and the atmosphere made it easy to just hang out for a while. The grapefruit kombucha had just the right amount of tang. If you're into IPAs, I think you'd probably enjoy it. We also ordered the Global Warrior sipping chocolate. It was incredibly rich and definitely made for people who love very dark chocolate. I actually asked for some orange slices to go with it because the citrus balanced it out really well. Overall, it was a fun place to check out and a different experience than I usually go for. I enjoyed trying everything, but nothing really stood out enough to make me feel like I'd be coming back often. Still, I'm glad I stopped in.

Still my favorite farmer's market kombucha. I have the 16oz glass but may bump up to the growler…read moresize since their mango ginger flavor is my absolute favorite. Definitely checkout Soul Patch if you're at the Santa Clara Farmer's Market.

I discovered Soul Patch Kombucha at my local farmers market in Montclair (Oakland). I couldn't…read moreresist trying a sample of their booch under their canopy especially on a sunny warm Sunday morning. Having tried plenty of commercially produced Kombucha, I wasn't sure what to expect from small batch Kombucha that is locally brewed and served. I tried the guava and mango kombucha and instantly fell in love. I walked away with a taster pack of 4, and the friendly staff informed me that bringing back the glass bottles will entitle me to a small discount of $4. Win!!! Overall, I loved the quality of the kombucha, taste and not too fizzy. Most of all I love supporting small locally owned businesses--bonus that their Kombucha is so amazingly delicious!! Will definitely be back.

The beer's good, they serve it cold, there was a good crowd, and the bartenders are cool. I can't…read morecomplain. I stopped in and ordered a flight of beer for $13.50. it included a Humble Sea Helles lager, a Wave Czech pilsner, a Liquid Horizon pale ale, and a Tide and Seek West Coast IPA. All were good, but I liked the smoothness and crisp finish of the lager the best. Running a close second was the easy drinking pale ale with its hints of citrus. Both were refreshing and satisfying. It was busy when I visited, but that didn't stop the bartenders from being friendly and taking the time to explain the different beers. It was busy that day, but I managed to find a seat. Good beers were drunk and relaxation was achieved. Cheers!

Our experience here was wonderful. First time at the Humble Sea location in Santa Cruz and I'm so…read moreglad we had a chance to visit. We came close to closing, about an hour before. This location has food trucks for bite options, outdoor seating if you have pets, and a few seats inside if it's too windy out. The service was impeccable. Bryan had close down the growler station but reopened it because he saw my devastation when the QIPA was not for sale. Can't thank Bryan enough for ensuring I got a chance to take home their best beer on tap. Come for the service, the ambiance, and the best beers.

The vibe here was very chill. It's a seat yourself style spot nested among other places to catch a…read moresnack at or sip on wine. The service was prompt and kind. Overall, this is def a spot i'll be coming back to and exploring on a nice day.

Terrible service and front bar person was very condescending to a basic question we had.read more

I was so skeptical about this place! My coworker…read morerecommended this for a little get together. It's not my usual food, but I was open to try it and oh my goodness the food was amazing! The ambiance is very mellow, dim lights, and very cool paintings. If you're feeling adventurous I would definitely put this place on the bucket list! Most of their food is fermented which has a very fresh taste to it. My absolute favorite was the bread along with the spread. I told the workers there that It was my first time there and I didn't know what drink to get. They gave me a list of recommendations and I ended up getting a "sour" which tasted like a cider beer Thank you so much for the cool fun experience.

$5 for a taste? There are some interesting beers at Fox…read moreTale. One that stood out is a Stout brewed with African co-coa beans. I asked for a sample/taste....ahh.$5. WTF! 1st time required to try a 1oz taste! I left Skip this clip joint! And you are warned that I saw a rat scurry across the kitchen floor! The county of Santa Clara Department of environmental Health DEH should be notified!! If you eat here you most likely will get food poisoning!! STAY AWAY! And Tell a friend!! Nice try on the Rebuttal! 1st impression! Is the one that is the lasting impression! Fox Tale or should be called Fox take! Is the only Brewery that does not offer a free 1 oz taste! Standard protocol for all other breweries that want to stay in business and be successful is offer a taste. I would offer you good luck, but you would not know what to do with it!! Facebook and Instagram are a great sounding board for your lack of customer service and cheap high and mighty attitude! All I wrote was true! Over 200+ Reviews.. Who is the public going to believe! You just can handle an honest rejection or Bad review! Get over yourself Maybe try a different line of work.....

Best brewery in Santa Cruz and a a great post-mountain biking spot with a big outdoor patio. Music…read morenights and days are fun there too. They have a great beer selection and sadly, I must be gluten-free right now, but they have an amazing seltzer on tap that is gluten free that they make themselves. I couldn't believe how refreshing and tasty it is. They also have ciders and other gluten free options if you don't like beer or can't have gluten. Love their light beers and sours as well when I can have gluten! My guy friends like all their beers (I'm not an IPA gal myself). This is a brewery in Santa Cruz that should not be overlooked! Staff is also very friendly and accommodating, and did not get annoyed by my gluten-free questions

3% credit card fee. Live entertainment is quite good on the…read morepatio: The bellydancing / firedancing on the Solstice was great. I like these beers: 4/5: Rebel Yell: Barrel aged sour. 4/5: Poolside: Good Pilsner. 3/5: Lazy angel: an oat Saison. Very yeasty.

Alvarado Street Brewing Company was recommended to us by a bartender in Big Sur. He told us it's…read moreone of his favorite places to hang out, grab some food, and watch sports when he's not working. That sounded like a pretty good recommendation, so we gave it a try. Glad we did. The food was excellent, the service was friendly and fast, and the atmosphere was perfect for watching baseball or just relaxing over a meal and a beer. It has the casual feel of a sports bar, but definitely a step up from the average one. Great food, good energy, plenty of TVs, and a comfortable atmosphere. We'd definitely go back.

Alvarado Street Brewery is a great spot in Monterey if you're looking for good food, quality…read moredrinks, and a lively atmosphere. The portions are generous, the food was delicious, and they have a great selection of craft beers and cocktails to choose from. The staff was friendly, helpful, and quick with service, even with our larger group. Overall, we had a great dining experience. My only critique is that our server seemed eager to close out our table and never mentioned that the kitchen was about to close. Several people in our group were looking forward to ordering dessert, but by the time we asked, the kitchen had already closed. A simple heads-up would have been appreciated. Overall, it's still an easy 4-star stop.

Went about an hour before closing on a Sunday, easy parking, no line at the bar, and plenty of…read moreoutdoor seating! It's located in a quiet (at-least when we went) plaza. The beer selection is predominately IPA, and though it's not my favorite, I was still able to find something interesting to try! My husband and I got a 5oz stout, and a 12oz Japanese rice lager which were both decently priced. The vibes in the outdoor seating is quite peaceful and slow paced, which was just what we wanted. I would come back for a relaxing beer with a friend to catch up, maybe see what other non-IPAs I like

Vibe: A Campbell is…read moreusually my go-to, but I occasionally venture out here for the tap line up. Another stellar location from OTB. Definitely worth a visit if your a fan of the Prunyard location. Beer: A Awesome taplist! Be sure to check the lineup online to see if anything tickles your fancy. If nothing does, I'm sure you will find a can from their fridge. Service: A Awesome folks. - John

Barebottle is one of my favorite breweries. I did not mind traveling out to the city to enjoy some…read morebarebottle. I was very pleased when they opened this location! So much closer to me. Barebottle always delivers delicious, mouthwatering, tasty hazy fruity IPAs. The staff memebrs are all so friendly. Food was not always offered when they first opened. So this was a huge bonus when they dropped their food menu! Their wings in particular are very crispy and thicc! There is a decent size patio area for little gatherings. Some arcade games and board games for entertainerment. It is kid friendly.

This location of Barebottle brewing is very large and clean. On the far left side is the bar, and…read moreon the far right side is a cozy section with couches, pinball machines, and games. The middle has many tables for patrons to sit at. We parked (incorrectly) in some random parking garage, but you're supposed to park right across the street; Follow the signs for restaurant and shops parking (that we somehow missed). After a short wait on a Sunday afternoon, the bartender allowed us to taste a few beers on the menu that caught my eye. The cider (for you non beer drinking folk) was dangerously delicious and I really enjoyed their "fruited sours" line. Definitely would come back to relax at this location.