I always love trying out and knocking out a California brewery. So many to pick from but of course…read moreI may have less of that attitude should I be living there and did a lot of statewide travel like the current and previous states I have lived in. For Sante Adairius the beer that Steve and I had and I can report liked was their IPA known as Spots and Dots. This IPA was a bit more refreshing and fun compared to some IPA'S where it just seems like a blur from one brewery to the next and you wonder if you actually went to a different brewery from the previous one if you have IPA'S back to back. So in this regard I am happy to say that it was distinctive and had it's own signature. Flavor highlights with this IPA are hoppy, juicy and bitter. The beer is also aromatic and smooth. I found out later this brewery makes very good saisons so should the opportunity arise again to get a hold of one I certainly will as I love a good saison!

While on a camping trip with some friends on the coast, we made our way to Sante Adairius Rustic…read moreAles on a Saturday afternoon. We had some dogs with us so we appreciated the several picnic tables with umbrellas out on the patio. This place is known for their saisons, and I enjoyed the limited release one while I was there. Several of my friends purchased bottles to-go. They had some snacks available for purchase, but you can also bring your own food. And it seems like they had rotating food options from a pop-up kitchen, which happened to be tacos the day we were there. Off the beaten path and a little tricky to find if you aren't particularly looking for it, this was a nice spot to sit and enjoy a drink.

East End Gastropub consistently delivers delicious, solid food…read more Started with Crispy Shrimp Bao Buns which were crispy and tasty! Came for their Burger week Soft Shell Crab Burger !!! Amazing! Soooo Tasty! Get yours before they are gone!

I've been dining here semi-regularly for quite a few years. The food has always been great. I…read morelove a good locally-owned and run restaurant, so I'm happy to support them. They used to do a mighty good happy hour menu, and we used to come pretty often during the busy workweek for that, but I guess they stopped that some time ago. I wish they'd bring it back, as it was a good value, great pizzas, and a good excuse to go out to dinner without breaking the bank. Anyway, we've brought many family and out-of-town friends to East End Gastropub, and everyone loves it. It's not inexpensive, but it's a solid, hands-on kitchen with real food. Service has always been good. It's a bit upscale without being fussy. Highly recommended.

Worth the wait! The beer was extra good tonight and our server Sofia was great. It was a busy night…read morewith great music, thanks Joint Chiefs. We might have to come in every Friday.

The food was great, and service too. It's always a tad noisy though, I think because of the walls…read moreor something. I ordered the poke tower because it's always been yummy but it looked different, kind of just poke and wonton with the same sauce served flat on a plate, so it wasn't a tower at all. And the poke pieces were too big for the wonton-- they broke under the weight. It was super hard to figure out how to eat it! All they need to do is cut the pieces smaller. We wound up using forks! Still delicious, just perplexing. The onion rings were delightfully light and tasty. My son's burger was reportedly great and quickly demolished. My vegan tacos were unusual, not taco "flavored", but great anyway! We love this place because it's so close to home and there's always something new to try. I've honestly never had a bad meal or even side dish there. It was too early for beer but their IPAs are scrumptious.

Location is secluded but it's at your Discretion, . Once you enter the parking lot entrance for the…read morestreet keep your eyes to the right and look for the tall red Barn wall, you can't miss the sign. We were kindly greeted by Rochelle who helped up with our desired libation. I loved the ambiance and am so happy the day was shiny and pleasant because we sat outside to take in the fresh air. Of course there's overflow seating here because they also have a plentiful menu and kitchen to cater to your culinary appitite. We ordered the Uncle David RIPA, which went don't smoothly, is all I can say. Take a load off, kick your feet up, and grab a book (they have a cute Book Nook inside) and relax and grab a bite and a brew. CHEERS!!

Quality/Quantity - Decided to try their $5 special which was good. Hola Lola, west coast IPA…read more No reds today, so we decided after one beer to go to Balefire Brewing; see other review. Food is also available, but we are going to Shadowbrook for dinner tonight. Atmosphere - Decent size location, well the outdoor space is huge. See pictures. Books and games were available, but we did not use them. Plenty of parking, but notice all the signs. So make sure you do NOT park in the wrong spots. Open 7 days a week from noon to 9pm. Live music, see website. Clean unisex restrooms. Wifi - See picture for password. Service - Counter service, overall good service. Got some free beer can stickers for my ski box. :) Thank you. Price - $6 + generous tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2011 with your doors opening in 2013.

Love Balefire! Great beer with a welcoming vibe from the staff and patrons…read more Spacious inside / outside seating area, easy parking and high quality, rotating food trucks. Fun place to grab a pint!

Cut and pasted from their website: "Historically, a…read more"balefire" signified a gathering place for the community. Quality/Quantity - Another great find! Just left Discretion Brewing, see other review, and was not satisfied, so we came here. Sampled a few beers to start to confirm what I wanted. So I got my usual Red - Moped Irish Red Ale; so refreshing and with good flavors. Angus Double IPA - Against my better judgement, I finished my night with this. But that made my dinner better when we got to Shadowbrook, as I was so relaxed when I got there; see other reviews. Oh, ending up having the munchies so I also got a $1 bag of chips, lol. If you are following, you KNOW that my favorite breweries are ones where we can bring our own food, where they focus solely on making GREAT beer! Atmosphere - Decent size location, both indoor and outdoor seating. Events and food trucks, see website. Or my photo. Open 7 days a week, hours vary; see website. Wifi. Service - Cal is so professional and passionate about his job and beer! I believe he worked here for over 10 years. We had many different discussions on all the different beers they offer. I even eavesdropped on his beer conversations with the other patrons. Price - $18 + tip. Cost for good beer. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success since 2023. Our local friends also recommended you, but that was after we already discovered you.

okay I love all the humble seas! but!…read moredefinitely less seating & parking here than Pacifica also no legit food options other than empanadas &whatever food truck is there that day but I doooo love me some humble sea

Anyone else notice how their Swift Street location has really started to look rundown? The…read moreturquoise Adirondack chairs are practically falling apart and the picnic tables and chairs are liable to give you splinters now. Also, the fire pit by the Adirondack chairs are so rusted they look to be very dangerous if someone were to try to light them. Come on Humble Sea you can do better. This is your foundational location. Put some of that money you put into all your new locations into Swift Street and bring it back to its "original" greatness. The beer is still as great as anyways but...

So many options and so little time…read more A girl had a hard time picking so why not pick a huge variety! The pickled veggies were amazing! The nachos were filling, the tacos were flavorful, the torts was on point, and the burger warmed a girls heart. Ambience was Industrial with plants! Vegan, veggie, and meaty options Don't forget a beverage choice for all. Don't forget the pinball machine in the back. Recommend!

Really disappointing overall, the food was not good. The burger had a lot of blue cheese which made…read moreit displeasing. The taco meat was really dry (chicken). Vibes were cool and it's near the Catalyst.

A lovely spot in a strip mall, but honestly -- a really nice strip mall. A great beer selection…read more(including NA options) and set up for conversation and pub games. Indoor & outdoor seating. Dog friendly! Krista was my bartender and she couldn't have been nicer or more friendly. Two thumbs up in Watsonville!!

Located inside the East Lake Shopping center, this brewery has indoor and outdoor seating. No…read moreoutside food or drinks allowed Inside is clean and well organized, there are several TV posted up (no volume) Atmosphere is drama free and super casual Customer service is friendly, they do offer light food/snacks Prices are reasonable, beer is good. Nice variety to choose from

We love this place! We visit when we are in town. The Parish pie and dark stout checked the boxes-…read moreSame with the tacos-onion rings, and breaded artichokes! Looks less than impressive from the outside, but inside the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The wait staff, chill and accommodating. Yep, we like having good comfort food and chill places.

5 Stars Have to…read moresay, this might be the best burger spot in Santa Cruz. Ordered The Pfiefer and The Huckleberry Burger, and both absolutely delivered. Starting with the Pfiefer (9.6/10) this is your classic, all-American burger done right. American cheese, BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, and an onion ring stacked perfectly on top. It felt American in the best way. The patty was well seasoned and juicy, bacon perfectly crisp, and the BBQ sauce tied everything together without overpowering it. Honestly, the only complaint? I wanted an even bigger one. Now the real star! The Huckleberry (9.9/10). This one surprised me. Bacon, sautéed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and horseradish sauce served on sourdough bread. The sourdough took it to another level crispy on the outside, soft inside, and packed with flavor. The horseradish sauce added just enough kick without being overwhelming. Every bite was balanced, savory, and rich without feeling too heavy. Easily one I'd go back for again and again. We ordered side salads (because balance) and they were actually amazing fresh, crisp, and not an afterthought like most burger spots. Ambiance: fun pub vibe, clean, lively.Staff was attentive, friendly, and made the experience even better.!!

Excellent beer/Ale, cool vibe, Every time we come to Capitola I stop in for an ale - or two if we…read moreare spending the night in town. They have some quite tasty offerings. The slushies come and go - there was some sort of issue with the city and licensing last year, but I think that has all been resolved. That said, I have never ordered one - I go for the beer and ale.

This past weekend, we visited Capitola and found this cool place. Friendly bartender. Loved the…read moreEnglish-style vibes and of course the beer. I ordered a margarita slushie and it was good. My boyfriend ordered beer and it was smooth to drink. It tasted like vanilla ice cream. The decor and place itself is so cool. Love the mug collection! Definitely will be back!