I did some post Xmas shopping here and purchased several items at 50% off…read more This is the best gourmet shop in Santa Cruz County. I highly recommend shopping here, Jennifer, the owner, is an expert on all items she carries. If you are into high end olive oil or balsamic vinegars this is the place to purchase

My husband & I recently stopped by to make some purchases for relatives and ourselves…read more We purchased two Dolce & Gabana panetone, Stollen bread, Gragnano noodles, candies, Runamok syrup, and a wonderful Italian season salt. We have pass experience in purchasing these items and they are top of the line. The Gragnano pasta is the best in Italy, so to find it here is special. The panetone is incredibly delicious as is the stollen German bread. I highly recommend shopping at Jones & Bones if you want special gourmet items for yourself or as a special gift for someone. Jennifer will help guide you and educate you on the descriptions of the items and how they are made.

What a fantastic cheese shop! Excellent customer service, beautiful products, extremely reasonable…read moreprices. It's my go-to in Santa Cruz. Next time I am getting the grilled cheese because I've heard it is out of this world. Thank you Jillian for your wonderful shop and incredible personalized customer service. It was very much appreciated.

Delicious grilled cheese, they also have a basic kids option. The tomato soup was also good though…read morethey skimped on the two we ordered (only poured about 3/4 of the way) - I suspect bc it was tail end of lunch rush and they were running out (we saw a sign saying they were out when we picked up). Two tables outside - I recommend ordering ahead and picking up to eat somewhere else.

I have loved the Everett farm since I first discovered them. I never go with an agenda and always…read moreleave with something delightfully fresh. There current hours are "open daily, 10-5" and I don't think that's reflected on the Yelp page. Definitely cruise by if you're in the area.

This is my local farm stand and I love it. Yummy fruits and veggies, awesome mushrooms, excellent…read morecider. When there the people are very nice, and when not it is easy to pay with Venmo. I like the peace and quiet and rustic surroundings as well. Yay!

Staying in Santa Cruz near the boardwalk in the main beach area, but decided to venture out to…read moreCapitola and it was amazing. This is one of the best bakeries I've been to. There is a long wait, with a grab a ticket system, and then they call it out-- so it's easy to wander around and pick what you wanted. Had some breakfast items and baked goods, but the cookies and pie were something else entirely. A league of its own. The building and ambience is very historic and feels an immersive experience to what Capitola is.

Takeaway business booming on this sunny Sunday. We got a marionberry pie, 2 chocolate salted…read morecaramel tartelette and 2 pecan schneckens. Didn't get anything from the deli, but it all looked great. They also have sit down area so can enjoy the goodies here. Tip: get your ticket as soon as you know what you want.

I am so glad to have La Reina market open up on Westside . The space nice and clean, the products…read moreis awesome and very reasonable price compare any market in area. The owner friendly , helpful and kindness. This is a one stop for me when I need grocery. Another plus size is very close to my house. BRAVO La Reina.

Waiting for my churros to be made outside in the parking lot, I stumbled upon this Mexican…read moresupermarket and I am glad I did. It is an ideal location not only for native Santa Cruz residents but another option besides Safeway Trader Joe's etc. the prices here are fair. I noticed quite a few college aged customers likely due to its proximity to UCSC. Not only Mexican ethnic items but this place has everything you need. One stop shop. Very clean probably the most cleanliness grocery I've been to in a while . No smell in the meat carnecia area at all . All aisles fully stocked , very safe area ,close to downtown . No sketchy people asking for change or anything like that . Snacks Cereals , beverages , ice for your ice chest for the beach , grab it here on your way and close to the freeways.

I have been gluten free for nearly a decade. I have never had a more delicious GF cinnamon roll!!…read moreThey nailed the filling with generous portions of the sweet goodness and the "roll" part was outstanding! I can't believe I didn't take a pic. I guess we will have to go back!

I went recently with my mom and ordered the oat bread and two donuts. It was good, but the only…read moreproblem is the cleanliness of the staff. The woman at the front was mopping the floor and when I had told her my order, she began to pick up the bread without washing her hands! That's absolutely disgusting. When my mom pointed out her behavior, the woman said she would pick up another loaf of bread. Only then did she use a napkin to pick up my donuts and bread. Keep in mind, she still hadn't washed her hands!!!! It's incredibly gross and by doing this she could've gotten me, a celiac, or any other customer sick.

I hired a Chef Martin to create a special dinner for my husband's 80th birthday celebration, and…read morethe experience exceeded every expectation. From the very beginning, the communication was thoughtful, organized, and tailored to our preferences and dietary needs. The evening itself was truly unforgettable. The chef designed and executed an incredible 8-course tasting menu that felt like a five-star restaurant experience in the comfort of our home. Each course was beautifully presented, perfectly timed, and full of flavor--creative without being overwhelming, and clearly crafted with care What made the night even more meaningful were the personalized surprise touches woven throughout the evening. These thoughtful details made the celebration feel incredibly special and unique to the guest of honor, and truly elevated the entire experience. Beyond the food, what really stood out was the professionalism and warmth. The chef created a relaxed, elegant atmosphere that allowed us to fully enjoy the celebration without worrying about a single detail. Every guest commented on how special the evening felt. It was the perfect way to honor such a meaningful milestone, and we would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone looking to create a memorable, elevated event at home.

Well, Martin did not disappoint. We have worked with him in the past and thought to try again. The…read morefood as always was exquisite!! But the main event was the truly artistic, the way the food was served individually with a sublime description for each dish. So succulent and inviting to eat! Capitola Gardens will always be my first choice when planning a party/event. The attention to detail and the thoughtful interest in what you want is held in the highest degree of interest during the planning and ultimately the execution . Bravo and thank you again for making our party a huge success!

We have been in the store a few times but it seems as if the butchers should practice their…read morecustomer service skills and not make us feel as if we are an inconvenience. I don't understand why they make us feel this way. As far as their product it is pricey, but good. Too bad .

Splurgy but WORTH it! Great quality and selection, super helpful staff. I've been back a few…read moretimes. Really great service and so knowledgeable.

This will become a go-to sandwich spot when we visit the beach. We ordered ahead through their…read morewebsite and they were ready within 15 minutes. The portion sizes are large and the sandwiches were very tasty- especially the bbq boo brisket, which is what my husband got. The Dutch crunch bread wasn't hard, it was super soft and delicious. I got the roasted turkey which wasn't as great but still good. Would've loved to have had the option to add pickles to the sandwiches or pickles on the side but all in all, great experience and we will be back!

Really lovely sandwich here! We got two sandwiches to split, which was more than enough for 4 meals…read more- these sandwiches are very large. We got a turkey sandwich and a BBQ sandwich, both of which were delicious, with tons of ingredients in them. The staff were really friendly as well! The only thing I might say is that it seems like all of the sandwiches are really complex, a mountain high with tons of ingredients. I would have loved a more simple sandwich that focused just on the high quality ingredients. But overall really enjoyed the experience!

Really delicious couple sandwiches from Bottega del Lago! We weren't able to get our first choices,…read moreas these were the last two sandwiches left. But both were really solid, particularly the meat one with the pepper spread. The eggplant one was quite good, though I think it would have been just as good with just the mozzarella and pesto! Really excellent overall, would recommend

They import the Bindi brand of gelato from Italy. $6 for two small scoops. Options:…read more- Gelato: Black cherry, French vanilla, regular vanilla, hazelnut, pistachio, coffee, coconut, chocolate, strawberry. - Sorbets: lemon sorbet, strawberry sorbet, mango sorbet. 2/5: The pistachio gelato is meh. It has a very mild flavor: Bindi is skimping on the expensive pistachio. It also contains chopped pistachios that are rubbery from being exposed to the gelato. 4/5: The regular vanilla gelato is good. Nice flavor, good sweetness level. It's heavily stabilized; it has an elastic/chewy texture. 2/5: The Fratema sandwich $12 has grilled eggplant, mozzarella, pesto, semi-dry tomato. The flavors are meh; didn't work for me. 2/5: I did not like the cannoli $7.50. The shell tastes very processed, like it's loaded with trans fat. The filling has great texture but is way too sweet. 5/5: The double espresso $4.75 is excellent; bold, rich, and dark, without being sour or citrusy. they use Vergnano coffee.