This was a great place to eat at before heading to the beach! Their menu isn't too big but they have a good selection of burgers and sandwiches. All of the burgers were very flavorful and juicy. Their fries were perfectly crispy and a nice shareable portion. Service was good. Our food came out really fast. However, the servers did not check in consistently so we had to call them for more water. They offered indoor and outdoor seating. Parking is easy since they have a big parking lot but it is located on a busy street. read more

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We were gonna hang at Sea Bright excursion to the Beach and wanted to grab chowder on the way. I remembered it was Seabright Brewery before, but nonetheless; I got a cup of Chowder Togo. It came out really quick and it was a perfect amount to share. It had lunch menu had a few sandwiches as well. A must stop on the way to or after the beach venture. read more

Seabright Social - Clam Chiwder - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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This is our second time here and we chose this place because they're very dog friendly. The wait time was not long for our party of 8. We were seated outdoor and it was great, very relaxing. Our server Joey was very attentive and was also very friendly. Most of us ordered the smash burger and it was so juicy and delicious. I think the price was reasonable, around $16 for the burger. They have a kids meal and the serving was big, they also have a dog menu of burger or bacon for our fur baby. The furrie friend meal was only $5-6 Their appetizer Tri Fry which consisted of onion rings, potato fries and sweet potato fries was also very delicious and the serving is big. Parking was not a problem because they have a big parking area in the back. read more

Seabright Social - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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It really wasn't bad, but I'm not going to go out of my way to go there. Very chill on a Wednesday night at 5:30pm (this was however the night before thanksgiving, so that might have effected it). They have a happy hour with some decent prices on select food and a dollar off beers. French fries were very solid. Good and crispy and thin. 5 star fries. Wings were decent. I like mine a little spicier, but they did have an interesting smokey flavor that was nice. And I know this is going to sound weird, but the carrots that were served with them were really good. This DOES matter. I was underwhelmed with the mushroom and goat cheese pizza. Too much goat cheese, not enough of the other flavors coming through. It was a good size though. Good for sharing with one person. Kids chicken tender meal was big for a kids meal. The chicken tenders were clearly freshly breaded in house - which in general would be a real good thing - but I think might have been a bit off-putting for my kids. But hey they have a kid's menu so that's a plus. I got their house IPA which was solid. I remember the beer they used to make when it was "Seabright Brewery" was not very good, so it's nice to see an improvement in the beer area. They also had taps from many very reputable local breweries. They have some games to play too, and some creative seating, so very family friendly relaxed environment. read more

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Like other reviewers have stated ad nauseam, this place has been hit or miss over the years. But my mom and I stopped by the day after Thanksgiving for a late afternoon/early evening Noah and were both pleasantly surprised and satisfied with our meals. Our server was Coral, who was quite friendly and attentive to our needs. I ordered the turkey and Brie sandwich, and my mom got the smash burger; we shared the a la carte basket of fries, which were perfectly crispy and addictive. We both finished our meals, no leftovers! Of course the ambience here is lovely as usual, especially on a sunny November day. Kids and pups are always welcome, too. Would definitely come back again next time I'm in the area! If you haven't been in awhile, give it another chance :) read more

Seabright Social - Turkey + Brie sandwich (with bacon, arugula, & fig jam; SO satisfying!) - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Food was delicious I ordered the brisket melt. There were a lot of items I would like to try. Just like other people have commented I felt like for $19 it should have come with a side read more

Seabright Social - Brisket melt - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Came here with my family around 5pm on a Friday. The staff were nice and friendly. The food was delicious! I got the fried chicken sandwich and added hot honey. It was one of the best I've ever had! I also got a cherry cola that really good. My family ordered a smash burger and a brisket burger. We all loved the food and vibes of this place. I'm really bummed that they will be closing soon read more

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Like many other reviewers, we used to go to Seabright Brewery pretty often when we visited Santa Cruz. Sometimes we came over the hill just for the salmon fish and chips. After the change in owners, though, like many others on Yelp, we visited once and never went back. (That visit was in June 2020.) Then we saw a news article last weekend that there is a new menu and we were already going to be in Seabright, so we decided to give it a chance. We sat outside in the gorgeous weather and remembered how awesome the patio is there. Here are some observations: Beer menu is great - they have local guest taps from the popular breweries in the area as well as a couple of their own taps. Beer price was reasonable. Beer was served quickly and was cold. Food menu itself is fine. No, they didn't bring back the panko-breaded salmon fish and chips that literally everyone on Yelp misses. Very few if any veg options. (You can sub a mushroom for meat on sandwiches, but no beyond burger or veggie patties.) I had the fish sandwich and the batter was really good. Very crispy breading, good-sized piece of fish, toasty bun. Could've used about a half cup more coleslaw on it - was a little dry - and could've used some salt in the coleslaw. Sandwiches are a la carte, so if you want fries, that's another $8 on top of the $16 sandwich. My husband's brisket patty melt was $18. We shared a sweet potato fry and those were delicious. Patty melt was good and not too messy or gigantic (though for $18, maybe it should've been more gigantic). It seems like they are struggling to have enough staff as there was only one server and the owner was running around filling waters for people. But I'd go back, if only for the patio and beer. Maybe I'll try a salad next time. I'll forever mourn the loss of the salmon fish and chips, though. #bringitback read more

Seabright Social - Fish sandwich. - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Good beer and wine selection, great relaxed food, and Oliver loves the pup friendly patio. The Pup Patty ! Also the Smash Burger and fried chicken sandwich are solid. read more

Seabright Social - Well behaved mutt guest - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Permanently closed! We stopped by today and the place is cleared out. Sad. We have been coming here for over 20 years

Came by for a quick drink after a bite at Seabright Deli. We ordered two beers: -humble sea $8 -sante adairius $11 Pretty pricey for the beer. We were the first one drinking, so there was a lot of foam to clear out from the tap. None of us really enjoyed our beers. I had the Sante which was a hazy, but tasted a bit flat. They have indoor and outdoor seating. We parked closer to Seabright Deli, but in general, mostly street parking only. read more

Had the chimichurri steak frites. The biggest potato wedges ever! And actually, probably too big. But still tasty. And the steak was yummy too. read more

Seabright Social - Chimichurri steak frites - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

We always have great meal here. The fried chicken sandwich is one of my favorites. And one of my favorite bartenders/servers in town Tad is so great to see! Love when he gets to be our guy! read more

Ambience - did a nice job of trying to camouflage the street noise by using a water feature. The patio chairs could use cushions, your bottom becomes a waffle, uncomfortable Food - mixed reviews from our table. Bangers and mash and the tri fries were enjoyed. But the fried chicken sandwich was a little too crispy and street dog had condiments that weren't complimentary Drinks- highlight was the pint glass of mimosas Overall, for a casual sunny afternoon for a drink , I would try it out. read more

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This place is a perfect spot for a casual night out with friends or a family dinner. The menu is predominantly American with a focus on burgers and sandwiches. We've been here a couple times and last time we got a burger , which was very juicy with just the right amount of seasoning. This time around we got a brisket sandwich, which was also a delight, the meat was very tender and melted in my mouth. However, the BBQ ribs were a bit of a letdown as they were a little dry but I still enjoyed them. Our server was super nice and attentive. Both times we were here, service was great. One of the things that I loved about this place was the atmosphere. The patio area is very cozy and laid-back, with outdoor lights, heat lamps, and fireplaces, making it an ideal spot to unwind after a long day. Another added advantage is the parking area, and there is plenty of parking available in the neighborhood, making it easy to get to and from the pub. read more

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Food was good just don't come with a massive appetite or need to want to save a little bit of money but yes, the food was pretty good. The outside lounge was cool. It's been cool since it was Seabrook brewery for my whole life.But most the staff was great one guy though his service was as bad as he smelled by the looks anywho I give it a 7 out of 10 definitely a 9 if guy didn't work there read more

We wanted a nice lunch spot in Santa Cruz, and we had a little, well-behaved dog with us. We first tried Crow's Nest, but they wouldn't let the dog even on their deck. Then Zelda's: same thing. So I looked up "dog-friendly restaurants". Of the ones that came up, two were closing within an hour. But Seabright Social closed later in the day and the reviews confirmed that they allowed dogs. After two hours looking for a place to eat, we finally came up on this place and it was PERFECT: the smash burger was delicious, "Try Fry" was good, cocktails were good, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. I will definitely return here, dog or no dog! read more

Love the food here, new chef in the house. Ashley (waitress ) gives excellent service. Good outdoor dining, pet always welcome here. And, kids too. They have great TV inside where you can watch sports. Friendly staff. read more

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Great place to come grab a bite after a beach day. Very dog friendly so they have my heart! My son loves the shrimp and grits. Nothing else too memorable but the food is always delicious! read more

I was very skeptical when a friend of mine picked this spot for a larger group dinner with lots of kids. But wow, we were all so pleasantly surprised by the experience. Friendly staff, accommodating our large party and rambunctious kids. Food was so tasty. The kids mac n cheese was yummy, but all of our burgers really hit the spot. Juicy, flavorful patties and the perfect combination of toppings and soft bun. Our salad was also lovely. Give this spot a try! read more

After seeing the picture and description of a new menu, especially deconstructed wedge salad and cajun shrimp and grits on a local Lookout review, we decided to give them another try (not formerly over impressed.) Shrimp and grits were spot on, but the wedge salad was nothing like advertised in the article or on their menu. Barely a basic wedge, just a couple wedges of iceberg, some old bacon bits, a bit of blue cheese and dressing. Not deconstructed, no tomatoes or nuts. Disappointing. I would have inquired to the waiter, but he didn't come to see how everything was until we were basically done. It was a slow Tuesday afternoon, and he appeared to be the only one around, but still... read more

Seabright Social - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

I can see the light at Seabright! I highly recommend the street taco duo! House-made tortillas, a generous portion of fresh snapper complimented by a garlic aioli sauce. I washed it down with a Blur IPA. They're a little busy, but it's worth the wait. Shout out to Kayla for the suggestions! Looking forward to trying the turkey club (also popular) read more

Seabright Social - Fish Street Taco Duo - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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Lovely spot. Easy parking. Great food. A very attentive and friendly staff. It was a random pick for us but we really enjoyed it!!!

This restaurant has so much potential but the service is way too slow and the food is served cold. They have a decent sized outdoor patio that is dog friendly which was why we went. Most of the tables had dogs so make sure yours is okay to be around other animals. The food was flavorful but everything ordered was cold by the time it was served to us. We ordered the calamari, spicy chicken sandwich and the smoked brisket sandwich. Our server also hardly came around. It took way too long to order, get our drinks and to get the bill/pay. We waited so long we finally got up from the table to find the server so we could pay and leave. The table next to us had to do the same thing. read more

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Food is fine maybe even above average but the whole place is super understaffed or maybe just slow. The waitstaff had to be reminded to take orders and refill drinks. Food took a long time to come but was hot and fresh. Skip the Flatbread. read more

Ok, so I still can't figure out why this place has such mediocre reviews. I've reviewed previously when I came in with my wife and our pups. Tonight I came by myself. I had a fantastic amber ale and amazing fried chicken sandwich. I'm one of those guys that probably wouldn't normally come here because of the three star rating. We are between houses and living nearby temporarily and I'm stoked that we discovered it! read more

Serving size for the Mac n cheese Rigatoni was small even though its on the large section of menu. Board Games available by the bar. Fries were great! Outdoor seating available and was aesthetic ambiance. Walkable distance to the beach (10 min walk). Parking available! read more

We are in the neighborhood so I really want to like this place, we have been back roughly once a year to see if they have turned things around but unfortunately the food and the cocktails are just not good. The cassoulet was an insult to all things French and culinary, it was liked someone dumped a can of white beans and a scoop of canned tomatoes in a bowl and decided it was cassoulet. The burgers are nice enough but nothing to write home about, the Mac and cheese was the only thing we had that seemed worthwhile. There's just better spots in the neighborhood. read more

Very good food and a nice selection of drinks. Wait staff is attentive and helpful. We'll be back! read more

Covid Masks and gloves on staff, indoor and outdoor seating Big portions on the sandwiches but they ran out of spareribs. The salad is ok, kinda wish the salmon is bigger portion. Service is ok. read more

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I've been coming here for many years and through a couple different owners. It's still such a great place and should be packed everyday with their awesome outdoor space. The staff are awesome and always take great care of me. Maybe a little advertising would help to make tourists and locals more aware of what they offer. I know they will even do a private party with a cool outdoor bar on offer. Come check it out. Ask for Tad, you won't be sorry. read more

Had a great dinner here the day hafte New Years. had the place to ourselves! WE got the food we were craving , fish n chips, burger and onion rings. They were really good! The burger patties are made by hand, special mix no doubt. NOBODY does that any more. We are going back! ~TEU read more

Honestly, their food is great! We love the tacos, smash burger, chicken sandwich, salad, Brussels and more! The downside is the ambiance inside is cold and lacking so we usually just order takeout because it's not busy and unpleasant when we dine in. When the weathers nice outside can be fun but last time we were eating outside there was zero music and just a dull vibe. Management could make a few small changes and I think this place could be packed again. read more

Sort of a good place for watching sports with a cold adult beverage. Great seating, some good bar food and drafts and several large screens, like a good sports bar. But there's no game audio turned up, not even for for the Warriors or Giants or NBA playoffs/finals not even when it's obvious most are there to watch the game. Instead of the game you have to listen to the house music streamer. Table service is uneven. A good place to comfortably watch (but not hear) a game and get a bite, but if you don't order your drinks directly from the bartender you might have to be very patient. read more

Great place for dogs! I took my 10 month old pup here after a day at twin lakes- he was sandy and happy and everyone loved him. Also great happy hour prices $$ Kirsten was our server and she was so great- very personable and super quick, always checking if we needed anything. Highly recommend read more

Seabright Social - Dogs, beer, Santa Cruz - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Food is great, beer is great - BUT: the best-loved menu items are gone: - Breaded Salmon Bites, with Wasabi and Soy Sauce - Salmon Fish & Chips (Parish Publick House has it, now) - Tuna Melt - Pesto Garlic Fries Bring them back! Signed, - A longtime Seabright customer read more

We love this little gem! Some of the best food we have had in the Santa Cruz and greater Bay Area! The service is Uber friendly too! We had the chicken and waffles, Cajun shrimp and grits, and fried chicken sandwich, along with the Old Brothers Belgium Wheat beer, and it was all incredibly good! read more

Food was mediocre, not well assembled and the calamari was not properly cleaned, requiring the membranes to be pulled from one's mouth. The garlic fries were great. Server brought order and never came back to refill the tea. I would not return here. read more

Seabright Social - Bun too bready to be good for the sandwich. - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

Our group came here right when they opened for brunch. The restaurant was clean and the servers were friendly. We enjoyed our drinks and food. read more

We took a quick overnight trip to Santa Cruz, and were hoping to find some cool spots for drinks and bites. I had searched for a fun brewery or taproom through Instagram, and found Seabright Social. This place was so good, we came back twice. Saturday afternoon we had the fish and chips, which were probably some of the best fish and chips we've had in a while. They were perfectly cooked; very crispy, and didn't get soggy. I ordered the Paloma cocktail, and it was one of the best frozen cocktails I've had, considering I don't even like grapefruit. Absolutely delicious. My husband had their beer they brew, and was also very happy with it. I think it was called the Pelican? We decided to come back on Sunday so we could watch the niners game. I had a handful more of the Paloma's, and the club sandwich. I'm a bit of a club sandwich snob; if it's on a menu, I will try it. I'm not going to deny, it was probably the best club I've ever had. The garlic aioli and Dijon spread combo was *chefs kiss*. My husband ordered their burger and also said it was fantastic. Corey was running the bar when we were there, was very attentive to when our glasses were low and needing to be filled, and overall very friendly and accommodating. He even comped a drink because we came back a second day. We will 100% make this a dining destination for future Santa Cruz trips, and be sure to spread the word about the killer food and drinks. read more

Seabright Social - Fish and chips, Paloma cocktail - Brewpubs Near Me - Santa Cruz, California

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