Was so happy to visit them in their new location. Food, service and decor were great! We had 3 different types of Egg Benedict, Salmon, Bacon and Avocado and traditional. All were cooked perfectly. You could choose hash-browns or fruit and both were delicious. We were pleased that they had their cinnamon coffee at the new location too. Our Waiter was incredible. Quick service with a smile. And checked in with us regularly. Excited to go back soon and try more menu items. read more

Lovely, clean, safe breakfast, and lunch. Friendly and easy going. Excellent fresh food. read more

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Brand new restaurant to capitala mall Awesome employees Awesome food.I got the salmon burger with fries and a soft drink m Very yummy I recommend this place read more

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I will definitely will come back to this restaurant food was delicious and I was surprised on the drink menu Cafe de la olla my favorite. Their chilaquiles with birria had a lot of flavor . Service is great and live music read more

Great breakfast place, family operated on top of that. Came here due to the reviews, was def worth it. We got corned beef hash, Chile Verde omelette, pancakes and avocado toast. The Chile Verde was great, salty and flavorful with a slight spiciness. Combined with the omelette, it was a great treat in the corn tortillas. Beef hash was solid, albeit not too special but the hash brown was crunchy. Pancake was fluffy and decorated with banana and strawberries. Don't expect rush service and enjoy. read more

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This place is not fancy, trendy or hip. However if you want to go to a friendly cozy place with good food this is it! This is a welcoming family-owned and run place where they treat you like you are visiting their home. I enjoyed the hamburger with handmade patties that were juicy and flavorful. The only thing I would change is the bun as it got moist and was a little to soft to hold up to the hefty meat patty. The Salmon Eggs Benedict had generous portions the hollandaise sauce was particularly good and the accompanying hash browns were cooked to perfection being crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. read more

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We were visiting Santa Cruz, California to celebrate my nephew graduating from UCSC @ucsc and decided to walk up the street five minutes from the oceanfront Airbnb looking onto Twin Lake State Beach. My brother-in-law, a longtime Yelp user, found this highly-rated and reviewed Mexican spot, Evarista's Comal Restaurant @evaristascomal. Everyone there was extremely nice, and the chef and owner even came out to talk to us. The food was fresh and delicious - made to order. We ordered: - Special Café de Olla (x2) - Mexican cinnamon spiced coffee with brown sugar - Complementary chips and good salsa. - Guacamole & Chips to share - Fried Calamari to share - very tasty and fresh! With fries, roasted chili, salsa, and burnt lemon half. We didn't see the appetizers on the menu so just ask the server and they'll let you know what they have. - Salmon Benedict - on English muffin, sliced avocado, 6 oz salmon, hollandaise sauce, and 2 poached eggs, served with hash browns or fruit cup. My daughter loved this, and the eggs were cooked perfectly. - FRIDAY WEEKLY SPECIAL - Bistek Ranchero with rice, beans, cabbage, sliced avocado, 4 corn tortillas. Hubs said this was absolutely delicious and ate everything. - Carne Asada Plate - Served with Rice, Beans & Corn Tortillas - my other daughter said this was very good and ate most of the plates herself. - Rockfish Tacos - Served with Chips, Cilantro, Cabbage - YUM! So glad I ordered these tacos. I didn't think I'd be able to, but I ate everyone. They were very good and fresh. - House Salad - Mixed greens, rainbow carrots, red sliced onion, fennel, roasted beets, balsamic vinaigrette dressing, avocado - House Salad - Mixed greens, rainbow carrots, red sliced onion, fennel, roasted beets, balsamic vinaigrette dressing, avocado - ADD STEAK - House Burger (to-go) - 8 oz, any temperature, gorgonzola cheese, grilled mushrooms. crispy onions, garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato, served with french fries or small salad Vegan options available There are two large seating areas on one side of the restaurant and a smaller area near the kitchen with a bar and register. There is also a tiny patio along the street. Restrooms for customers. I can't wait to come back if we find ourselves in Santa Cruz again. read more

Sabores de Mexico! Bite after bite, I was transported. So many flavors and perfect presentations brought me back to great sensations, memories, and fantastic flavors of 40 years of traveling through Mexico. Warm greetings by the team resonated at all the right frequencies singing red white and green. Muchas Gracias y hasta Pronto Evarista's! read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Ahi Con agua chile appetizer. - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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Super friendly and speedy service for breakfast and lunch. Cocktails aren't terrible or special - basic. On Sunday morning for brunch they have a duo performing Mexican music - really cute couple. It's small but we were seated quickly. I'd return. read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Birria served on the weekends - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

Excellent breakfast - chilaquiles for me and huevos rancheros for my husband. And cafe de olla, what a treat. The restaurant is cute and clean, friendly staff - a great spot. read more

Food was fantastic. My husband and I visited last Saturday early afternoon. I was craving just beans rice with an egg and they were able to make that for me even though it wasn't on the menu and it was delicious. My husband got a plate with carne asada and omg the steak had such a good flavor. Highly recommend. The waiter that assisted us was a nice young man. I lover their decor. read more

Great Mexican restaurant (with a few non-mexican dishes such as burger and breakfast items) at the Capitola Mall. I'm told this restaurant just moved to the Mall (just to the left of the Main entrance) a couple months ago and it's a great addition. We went there with our dog as it's dog friendly (outside seating for that) and they brought out a nice bowl of water for our small dog. I ordered the Salmon Sandwich and it was VERY tasty - especially the bread (I wonder if they make it there as it was so fresh). We also had Rock Fish taco's (tasty and beautiful presentation) and a couple other items. Service was excellent and all the food was well prepared and tasty (my wife especially liked the tangy sauce on the tacos). Top marks for a smaller family run restaurant! Recommend you check it out. read more

I'm not going to lie..I had low expectations coming here ONLY because it's very difficult to find a really good authentic Mexican restaurant in any beach town/city. But omgg did this place exceed my expectations! Food was delicious, staff was super nice, drinks were good & refreshing. To reiterate what the lady sitting behind my fiancé & I said, Gordon Ramsey should definitely come here! read more

Tons of easy parking!!! Perfect spot for a pre-work breakfast or a lunch break during your workday at Evarista's Comal Restaurant. They serve real wholesome food for you and your family with fast made-to-order meals. read more

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Had lunch here with my team today and loved it. The food at Evarista's Comal was AMAZING. We had the fish tacos and the birria, both were so good and the homemade tortillas were next level. The service made it even better. The owner and his son greeted us and took care of our table, which made the whole experience feel really welcoming and personal. Such a great spot for authentic, delicious food and genuinely kind people. We'll definitely be back, highly recommend! read more

Great service and food! My husband and I came here for breakfast one Friday morning. I got the crab Benedict and he got the rojo pork omelette, I can't remember what it was called lol. But they both came out amazing. We were super stuffed and left happy! We will be back! read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Crab Benedict and Chile Rojo Pork Omelet - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

Everything is so fresh and people that work there are so kind and helpful. Please try it out and you won't be sorry.

Driving from Santa Cruz, we stumbled upon a hidden gem for breakfast/brunch and it did not disappoint. The food was amazing and the customer service was perfect, friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. read more

The food is probably the best Mexican food in Santa Cruz. The food is delicious and the presentation is outstanding. The service is very friendly and very efficient. Juan and Cristina really know how to run a restaurant. And now the location is very convenient in both terms of parking and easy to find in front of the bus stop on 41st in the mall. Congratulations on the move. read more

This is a reason this restaurant is highly recommended and a nice hidden surprise. Authentic dishes and flavor and the cocktails are really great. The staff is really great, courteous and friendly. read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Chili Verde omelet + Rockford shrimp tacos - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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FOOD: -lots of options -my salmon sandwich was delicious but the fish was a bit too dry 8/10 -salad was fresh and flavorful -my child's grilled chicken was also dry and salty. It didn't taste fresh at all. The broccoli served with the fries, while much appreciated, was way too microwaved and had no seasoning whatsoever. My daughter actually loves broccoli, but she didn't enjoy this broccoli. It didn't taste so fresh -other family member loved his pesto burger -others in our group really enjoyed their eggs Benedict -fair prices AMBIANCE: -incredible music played by friendly musicians -fun and colorful atmosphere -indoor and outdoor seating -dog-friendly establishment read more

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Our First Time Here So Hopefully It's Good..?? We Came To A Concert Here In Santa Cruz And Ready To Head Back Home But First Some Good Ol' Fashioned Mexican Food..!!! I Am Ordering The Chile Verde Omelette With Hash Browns And Sourdough Toast, My Fiancée Is Having The Steak And Eggs Breakfast. To Wash It All Down I Ordered OJ, And My Fiancée The Bloody Maria..!! This Sleepy Town Takes Awhile For People To Get Going So Luckily We Are First Patrons This Morning. read more

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Venimos de Los Angeles California y pasamos a este pequeño lugar super Rico la comida estaba 10/10 El ambiente es muy tranquilo y venimos un día miércoles Y el mesero fue muy atento y amigable Lo recomiendo read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Crepas - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

6 of us just enjoyed a wonderful breakfast at Evarista's. It's a Thursday morning and we were welcomed warmly, the food was all really well-prepared, perfectly cooked bacon & hash browns, eggs were delicious whether scrambled or over-easy. The sausage is extra good, not dry or tasteless like some places. We sat leisurely and enjoyed our conversations. Thank-you to Juan and everyone there! We will be sure to check out their new location (after Nov 2025) at the front of the Capitola Mall, near the transit stop. read more

Today I visited Evarista's Comal Restaurant and ordered the Chilaquiles with over-easy eggs, choosing both the red and green sauces for the perfect balance of flavors, along with a side of fresh corn tortillas. The dish was outstanding...rich, flavorful, and beautifully spiced with just the right amount of heat. Each bite was deeply satisfying and memorable and craving more. I felt like a hog haha. Overall, it was an excellent dining experience, and I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine. read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

Super kind family runs the place, and the food is crazy good. I highly recommend steak and eggs!! read more

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Best Mexican Breakfast. Amazing hash browns. Super Seafood. A reason to go to the Capitola Mall. Great atmosphere. read more

I ordered the special of the day. Crab on an English Muffin. The avocado that was part of the meal was rotten - black streaks throughout.

The food is SO GOOD!!! Get the cinnamon coffee if you're having breakfast! The service was incredibly welcoming, friendly and attentive. It was our first time at the new location on 41st and we will definitely be back! read more

I had to go here to check this spot out. Especially when I'm the biggest fan of Chilaquiles. I had them with a side of meat with your choice. I chose birria. I added the red salsa and it was everything I thought it would be. I also got a side of pancakes with berries and banana. I also tried the huevos rancheros. It was amazing also and one of there specials. They play really nice Mexican music and I think it's just an amazing place to have breakfast. I give this place 4 stars for the food it is really good. Juan also made me feel at home. Thanks I will be coming back. read more

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10/10 recommend, everything was delicious and the service was great. Nice little cute spot we stopped by on the way to Santa Cruz boardwalk. read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Green Chilaquiles I added chicken and beans. Super delicious - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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Tried this venue for the first time yesterday and wow! Definitely recommend. Great flavors, great service, and adorable interior open space (not overly crowded which is perfect for someone with slight social anxiety). We had huevos rancheros and chicken fajita omelette. The omelette was the best! read more

Nice place ! Food looks and tastes amazing ! Staff are friendly! Enjoyed it ! Will definitely be back next time we are In the area read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Great place ! Look and tastes amazing! Friendly staff ! - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

Great little breakfast spot. I had the Huevos Ranchos & my husband enjoyed the Steak & Eggs. Service is very friendly. It was a little chilly inside though read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Huevos Ranchos - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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Our party of six arrived at opening on a Sunday morning expecting a crowd. Had the restaurant all to ourselves for a while, which was really surprising considering the outstanding service and delicious food! Definitely looking forward to a return visit and more great flavors! read more

Had lunch there today at the new location. Food was delicious and the presentation just beautiful. For Dessert we had the mango cheesecake: perfect, not sweet at all, just super creamy and yummy!! great parking and excellent customer service. Give it a try, the best Mexican food I have tried in Santa Cruz! read more

10/10 experience. Hospitality, food, and vibes were immaculate. I'll definitely continue to bring friends and family here! read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Huevos Rancheros!! - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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Was in the area. Stopped here for brunch. Was a little pricy but sooooo very yummy. Very fresh ingredients and service impeccable. read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Omelet - New American Near Me - Capitola, California

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The food was tasty and fresh but the service took a lot of time and it took 45 minutes for our food to come out despite being one of two tables at 1:15 in the afternoon. read more

I highly recommend! Sorry no pics we were living in the moment! Back here again and once again did not disappoint! Bistec Ranchero AMAZING! The crepes with yogurt wow! And of course must have the cafe de la olla! My son had the fettuccine Alfredo but with chicken so grateful they were able to accommodate my son (he doesn't like seafood). On my way from Riverside Area to Santa Cruz I was looking forward to eating here! Not that I can't get this back home but it feels like I'm coming to my Tíos house to have a gathering with good food and coffee The family that runs this restaurant is soo welcoming and kind and the fact that they remembered us made us feel special! Thank you read more

Evarista’s Comal Restaurant - Cafe De Olla no cream required it's made to perfection - New American Near Me - Capitola, California