half off Tuesdays are the only way you are going to get me to come here. The servers were super slow and never around when you needed them The prime rib was delicious... the veggies were a miss for me.. the potato.. well you can't go wrong with a baked potato right? Magician was doing tricks for tables which was a nice touch. read more

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We came here after purchasing a Groupon voucher and was quite pleased! This is a hidden gem, a no-fuss local restaurant serving flavourful dishes @ a reasonable price! They even have a koi pond, a nice distraction while waiting for food or a nice short stroll after your meal! read more

I was staying at the Best Western that this restaurant is attached to. I was feeling too lazy to drive anywhere, and decided to give this restaurant a try. I decided to order the nachos, and wasn't expecting anything great since they offer so many items on the menu. There was a 15 minute wait for my to go order, which wasn't long at all! I was really surprised with how good the nachos were! I'm glad I decided to add on the Carnitas for the extra four dollars, it was definitely worth it! The chips were crispy, the guacamole was delicious and comes separate so it doesn't make the chips soggy. The beans were also fresh refried beans! Highly recommended! read more

Sevys Bar and Kitchen - Bars Near Me - Aptos, California

Just had dinner out on patio and very nice. Took awhile to get food and appeared they were short staffed but very nice waiter and good food. Social distancing was enforced. Only concern was we had a reservation but had to stand in line along with customers who ordered food to go. Food to go orders took a long time. There should be one dedicated person for that group and another for the in house dining. It was over 30 minute wait with our standing all the way back in front of the hotel check in counter in the next room. Management needs to rethink that set up. read more

Such a wonderful, family atmosphere and great food! The staff was pleasant and attentive.

We are so impressed with the food here but even better, the service. Hannah was our server and she had at least 10 tables and never missed a beat. One of the best servers ever and I can say that because I was a server for over 20 years. This will be our new " go to" place for lunch. read more

I'm also giving major bonus points for live music... The restaurant&bar are old school cool, Meaning good food, good service We had Pasta, Shrimp,Salad and Clam Chowder all were good as was the complimentary bread... The one thing I didn't care for was the cold wrapped butter as it doesn't spread well.... Anyway the music usually starts around 7ish which is so much better than 9 or 10 and the crowd and dance floor is pretty diverse, Young & old... Happy & Sad, Black & White, Surfers & Non Surfers... So check it out yourself go for the food the music or the drinks. But don't forget to visit the koi ponds!! read more

I went for the Mother's Day brunch buffet. It was nice that my Mom received a flower upon arrival. The food at the buffet was great. Lots of good variety from breakfast options to prime rib, shrimp, ham, and lots of desserts. The service wasn't the greatest. Servers were friendly, but it took forever to get refills of champagne and water. We were already half way done before we were checked in on. Sorta disappointing on a special occasion. There were three of us and the bill was about $200 after the price per person and mandatory 18% that was added. I will take my Mom elsewhere next year where we can have the same quality brunch with better service. read more

Prior to covid we ate here several times a month. Returned for the first time. The menu is completely different, extremely overpriced. Bread and butter costs $6.00, the same bread and butter that is free at other restaurants (and used to be free here too!) the grounds are still beautiful, this will no longer be our go to restaurant. Very disappointed. read more

Here for my Birthday right now. Waitress has been rude and horrible to me. Ignoring Waited over 45min to ask if ai wanted a drink...Sad Came with friends to Celebrate. What a let down. read more

There's a new chef in town and he is amazing! I had one of the best meals I've ever had in a very long time. The ambiance is beautiful as you sit by a lovely waterfall. Our server Hannah was the best! We had some dietary restrictions and the chef actually came out to speak with us to be sure we would be happy with how he was going to prepare our meal! And it was perfection. Best salmon ever, along with grilled artichoke, purée carrots, Grilled asparagus and roasted potatoes. The flavor of each item was so delicious. We shared the best creme brûlée as well. My only regret is that I don't live near here, otherwise I'd be coming here a lot! Don't miss this gem! And thank you Chef and Hannah for the perfect dining experience! read more

The service, atmosphere, & STEAK SALAD off the Happy Hour menu that was suggested by my server-- 10/10. The steak was not only cooked precisely to my order, but the flavor was beyond what I expected. There was a wide range of clientele which was neat to see. I came close to the closing time, & the service & food was as if I had come during prime time. I recommend this if you are within driving distance! Outside patio seating :) read more

Sevys Bar and Kitchen - Bars Near Me - Aptos, California

So I ordered fish and chips last night and I know one thing for sure that wasn't halibut it tasted more like cardboard it was horrible unedible over cooked and thin like a pancake my dog wouldn't even eat it. read more

This has to be the worst overall service I have experienced in a very long time. The wait staff and manager are all very young and have an immediate defense attitude and tone with customers. We waited 15 minutes on the patio, where we were told by the hostess to seat ourselves, before I walked in and asked the bartender if there was table service outside. My question was immediately responded to with a sarcastic tone and corrective "someone will be with me when they're available" . Another 5-6 minutes until a waitress approached our table. From start to finish this experience was stressful and inefficient. The manager was overheard correcting a guest in a very impolite and hostile manner. The food was mediocre at very best. Overcooked coconut shrimp, very middle of the road fish tacos... in all a difficult and unpleasant experience. Stay away!!!!! read more

I truly love this place! The bartenders are some of my favorite - super personable but still on top of their shit. The food is consistently delicious, I'm there almost every Friday, it that's an indication. Why am I there every Friday you ask? Because every weekend the dance floor at Severino's becomes a place where people from all walks of life come together to dance with abandon to the musical stylings of a local cover band. If you have not experienced this phenomenon, then I highly recommend cancelling your plans this weekend - it's magical! read more

Overpriced, bland food. That is the good points. The service was the worst: arrived 15 minutes before Happy Hour ended. Ordered drinks, no problem. Waitress asked if we needed a few more minutes to decide on entrees. We said yes. Waitress took 20 minutes to come back and take our order. When ordering something off the Happy Hour menu, waitress with attitude told us Happy Hour was over, we took too much time to decide and there was nothing we could do about it. Took another 20 minutes to get food. When bill came, an 18% tip was automatically added. Told waitress I was not paying for a tip. Manager came to table, listened to my story and rushed off, later coming by to throw $1 on the table and rush off. I have stayed in this hotel 15 years or more, and will continue to, but will not spend one penny in the restaurant or bar again. read more

Yelpers provided mixed reviews of this location, making me suspicious of their kitchen but ultimately we decided to give it a shot for Sunday morning football (brunch) and just like the 49ers won, so did their food and service! Quality ingredients, well seasoned, large portions and to accompany their very good food, amazing service. Beautiful ambiance, gorgeous indoor and out door furnishings, this place is a winner. Highly recommend as of this date. Enjoy! read more

This is one of my usual breakfast spots. The food is good and I still find the prices reasonable compared to most breakfast restaurants. Bacon & eggs for 10 bucks! This is normally about $14 is other restaurants. A 3-egg veggie omelet for $9 (I've seen $12-$15 in other restaurants for the same thing). The restaurant and bathroom are clean. Lots of parking and easy access from Hwy 1. My only complaint is that sometimes service is lacking even when not busy. BTW...Severino's has one of my favorite clam chowders in the area. Forget the touristy and over-hyped Santa Cruz Wharf. Here, the chowder is the real deal. I think Severino's is worth return trips. read more

We have been to Severino's several times and each time has been a wonderful experience, indoors and outdoors. The service is excellent and the food is outstanding! We love the environment and highly recommend this place to anyone who want the perfect experience of dining out. Keep up the good work! read more

Love your Happy Hour ( party of 5-8) theres unfortunately an Umbrella Shuffle during afternoon ... Excellent ~ really excellent Bar & Food Service -- consistently delicious read more

We got reservations for Easter for a boozy brunch! They advertised either an Easter Brunch For 69.00 without drinks and a Boozy Brunch for 49.00 with drinks So after standing in line to get seated we were told they weren't offering the boozy brunch The host (he) was very very rude even rolling his eyes at us! So we got seated and waited for our server about 12 minutes we told her that we made reservations for the boozy brunch and she aggressively said no that we can't help what corporate says and does! So we were about to walk out and the manager came over and explained that corporate made changes and that a few Boozy brunch's got reservations so he did offer us the Boozy brunch for 49.00 with endless mimosas or endless Bloody Mary's We were satisfied at that point! But I can honestly say that the food was not worth 69.00 with no mimosas! Management was very good to us but the host and server was unsatisfactory for this reason we will not be back! There are way to many Great restaurants in Santa Cruz county with Great service Cheers read more

Cute little restaurant and bar in Aptos. My friends were married at the Aptos Village park and encouraged the attendees to stay at this Best Western which houses this locale. After the reflection and all, we came back to hang at the restaurant. There was live music and quite a large amount of people there hanging out and getting down on the dance floor. Call me surprised. It must be the hangout for the older people in Aptos. No joke. Since I'm prepping for a show, I had to eat clean. That meant no alcohol for me. Womp womp. But, the bartenders were quick and friendly. I went with a turkey burger, no bun, and steamed veggies. It was actually quite delicious! The veggies were fresh and not over cooked. It's also been a long time since I've had a turkey party and it didn't taste like rubber. Overall, decent experience. read more

This place is awful. It use to be my favorite place to eat. Limited menu and nothing like it use to be before they sold it. Very disappointing. The crows nest, café cruz and the point still have good chefs and good food. read more

This was simply okay. We are here for a brunch to celebrate my wife, and the buffet was full of very good food with tons of options - so this is more about the ambiance than anything. Very dated restaurant, stuffy booths and whatnot. read more

Great happy hour deals and one of the best burgers in Aptos. If short ribs are on the menu in any form (tacos, sandwich, breakfast dish or a regular dinner entree), order them. Super tender and flavorful! Chef Ken has overseen the kitchen and menu for over a year and he is really doing some fantastic dishes. read more

Food is good. So is atmosphere. Service is ok. I've had some good meals here. I've also been disappointed. For the most part I've had no complaints. Last time I went. I had the Filet mignon. Horrible! I've had better sirloins. Stick to the basic meals and all should be good. Service was lacking last time too. read more

We were at the beach house for my mom's 60th birthday, and she picked Severino's Bar & Grill to celebrate the big one. It's situated in a Best Western, which made me nervous up front, but the locals had told us the food was good and it had a really cute Japanese garden with coy ponds and bridges. We walked in, and the first thing we noticed was a sign that said "Singles - $10" and heard ACDC pouring out the door. I peeked in in excitement to see what all of the action was about. Folks were dancing alright, but these weren't spring chickens, and some of them even had a hitch in their get-along. Just as we were considering bolting, our hostess came out and led us to a quiet table in the back next to the garden. Between the 8 of us, we must of covered most of the menu with our entree orders. From the surf to the turf, the filet mignon with blue cheese and bacon to the coconut encrusted prawns, the dishes were decent, but less than extraordinary, especially for the prices. Plus, our server forgot our waters and our bread and I found a hair in my salad. Ew. After a couple of bottles of wine, that singles dance party was looking pretty good. So, we joined the cougars on the dance floor and lived it up like we had been doing shots of Patron all night along with the rest of the crowd. 60 years and my Mom's still poppin'! And you wonder where I got these dance moves... read more

Located on grounds of the Best Western Seacliff Inn. This restaurant is the place to be for the complimentary buffet breakfast (sans scrambled eggs .. hardboiled only) or order from the menu. The bar is the place in the area after hours with decent drink mixing and bar style munchies (small flatbread, potato skins, etc). Good drink and food prices. Watch for your change; my draft something and a strangers glass of Chardonnay cost me a 20-note because I forgot to wait for my change. Damn alcohol. Don't leave your purse on the bar unattended. I commend the staff for quickly removing my daughters clutch after she wandered off but please turn it in to the front desk promptly. I was surprised how busy this bar was on this Saturday night. About half of the crowd seemed to be locals (not hotel patrons) and the balance were wedding party members of about 3 different wedding groups. Live music on Saturday night. There a small dance floor but plenty of room at tables inside and out on the patio next to the koi pond and bridge. Yes, this is Aptos. Prepare yourself for the local interpretive dancing peeps needing plenty of room for their expressive style groove. read more

Leaving one star for the shady 10% gratuity they added to our TO-GO order. No warning of this on the phone or anything, just spring you with it when you pick up your food. WHO DOES THAT? No one. Never heard of such a thing. I have heard of having a separate to-go menu that has adjusted prices, or a singular fee like a $1.00 charge, but a 10% gratuity?!?! Extremely rude, you don't do that to your customers! Got their fish and chips, which was OK fish and regular 'ol french fries; disappointing to say the least. Husband got a burger and he says it was good. Too bad we won't be giving them any more of our business to try the rest of their menu for any possible redemption. The only reason why they get a star at all is because their manager was extremely apologetic and understanding about the fee and said he would bring it up to the owner (which I hope he has). Also worthwhile note: my husband left a message about his experience on their FaceBook page and they deleted it, so do with that what you will. read more

You know what... Plain and simple this place is elegant, clean, has great ambiance, a solid bar, excellent service, a dance floor for the movers and shakers, plenty of parking and a HUGE KOI POND that my son LOVES! I have eaten here about 5-6 times... I have "Never" had a bad experience with anything here and the food has "always" been top notch! As a "cook" myself, I am pretty particular to where and what I eat... I give this place 5 stars because its a GREAT HIDDEN SECRET here in Santa Cruz County! I highly recommed checking it out and I heard they have the 50% off Tuesdays again... If you don't at best go check them out for that... 50% off Prime Rib? Shrimp Scampi? And all the other high end dishes at half off.. Somethings wrong with you in this day and economy... Peace... read more

I'm giving this 2 instead of 1 star because usually it's just fine when we go in for happy hour. Today we tried the brunch, because who can resist "bottomless mimosas" when you hear about them? Well the service ruined it for us. Our waiter never came over until we flagged down the other server and told her we'd like to order drinks. He did come by and take our drink order at that point. We helped ourselves to the omelette station which was quite delicious. Still never saw sight of our waiter. Finished the omelettes, made another trip to the buffet....still no drinks. After being there 45 minutes, we finally caught the waiter and told him we'd just like our check without the bottomless mimosa charge. He said he'd have to check with the manager since he already had rung it in with drinks. 10 minutes later, he walked over with 2 drinks (one of which was the wrong order) and no check. We said we're not drinking them now---we're done eating and it's been an hour. Eventually, after watching him chatting with his co-workers we had to walk over and have him print out our bill. Very disappointing. I know restaurants are having a hard time with staffing, but that was ridiculous. We will not be eating here again. read more

I hear people talk about Severino's like it's this great place and I've never been impressed. As other reviewers have pointed out, it's a very mature crowd and caters to that demographic with an unimaginative menu and the bland food. The staff do a good job of being pleasant but they are clearly just going through the motions and sometimes I get the feeling that they are thinking "What are you doing HERE?" or "I think I'll try to asphyxiate myself on my next break." There's a nice outdoor area with a koi pond and pleasant landscaping. Every time I've been here I've thought that it would be fun to come on a sunny afternoon and have cocktails and appetizers and sit in the sun. But waiting for the sun to come out in Aptos is a risky proposition! There can be some good people watching in the bar, you can tell some of the regulars really like to have a good time... but the decor in there is horrific. It looks like someone is half-way through setting up a bridge tournament at a retirement home. At least now you know where to take your grandparents! read more

Clam chowder is chunky and hits the spot. I highly recommend this, and I usually don't like creamy soups. I make occasional exceptions for a great clam chowder. Fish and chips are pretty good (from what I swiped off a friend's plate), I ordered grilled fish tacos with a side of rice pilaf. Not the best fish tacos I've ever had, but they were good enough, and extremely filling. I had to give half of one away, and I definitely did not need to order that rice pilaf, although it was very good. Portions are large here, and given that, the prices are fairly reasonable. I got my fish tacos off the appetizer menu, and it was more than enough. Service was very friendly, but also slow and they weren't even busy. Great ambiance - if I had time I would've gone outside to explore the gardens. read more

Great brunch! I've only been there for happy hour and brunch but I love this place. They have outdoor seating next to a huge koy pond...it's beautiful. Their brunch is awesome...I had the eggs benedict and it was delicious...the sauce was perfect and so were the eggs. They have wonderful mimosas and bloody marys too. The service was very slow however. Mostly due to the fact that there were not enough waitresses. It took almost an hour to get our bill...which didn't bother us too much because we were having a good time...but if you are in a hurry or with a small amount of people...this would be a major problem. The food was also very slow coming out. For six of us to dine it took about three hours...so only visit this place if you aren't in a hurry! Definately stop here for a brunch or a happy hour if you are in Santa Cruz! read more

I love this spot! My friends and I stop by to catch the games a few times a year and always have a great time. They have about 8 TVs, have tons of tables indoors and outdoors and you will always feel at home here. Ummm the MOST amazing part they have liars dice- my fav bar game! The drinks are well made/poured and cheap and bites are yummy! Stop by n cheer on our niners n tip well! :) read more

My Girls Night Out group ate here on a Tuesday night. I was disappointed that they didn't have a band but we were all having a great time, so it didn't really matter. When you first walk in the front door, you're at the registration desk for the Best Western. There is the coolest sculpture of the US made from license plates. The owner created this masterpiece and each state is shaped from their own state plate. When I finally pulled myself away from this interesting piece, our group was greeted by at least two of the most personable employees ever! The hostess was very sweet and friendly. We were seated by the window next to the garden with a gorgeous pond and waterfall. There were 8 of us and it would've been better to have a round table so we could have all heard what everyone was saying but it was fun anyway. I ordered the salmon dijon. So tender and delicious! The salmon was lightly breaded with herb crumbs and served with lemon beurre blanc. This also came with a salad and mixed veggies and garlic scalloped potatoes. The house dressing was really, really good. The potatoes were good but a little too garlicky. (Now I know why my friend backed up when I was trying to whisper to her.) Others at the table ordered the lasagna, Monterey chicken sandwich, coconut prawns (7 large ones!), scampi pasta and something else that I couldn't see well enough to recognize but by the sounds of pleasure coming from that end of the table, I know it was good! It was one of the girls' birthday and they brought a mocha cheesecake that was awesome. We had a great time with food to die for and ambiance that was beautiful. You really must try this place. I'm already planning a get-together with my husband and some of our friends. read more

Great clam chowder. I slurped it right up. And fish and chips. Be sure to ask for the malt vinegar. read more

Our band played there recently. The staff treated us like we were the customer, super attentive and very pleasant. We had a great time and any band should expect the same experience, as long as you are not jerks. read more

Average at best. Rooms are fine but restaurant food is over priced and not all that good. Located in a nice place and much better restaurants are close by. read more

The fettuccini was tasty but oddly sweet. It would be perfect if it hadn't had that bit of sweetness. I'd order again in a heartbeat if they correct that one thing... read more