As a first-time visitor to Zoccoli's, it can feel a little confusing at first especially when it's…read morepacked full of people but it's actually pretty simple. Just hop in line, grab a ticket, wait to be called to order, then head to the next register to pay! The place has that classic, old-school sandwich deli feel, warm and inviting. There's also outdoor seating, which is perfect if you want to catch some sun and enjoy your food. We originally found this spot on Yelp (and saw it all over TikTok), so expectations were definitely high and it didn't disappoint. My wife and I were on the hunt for the perfect beach sandwich, and this was exactly that. I went with the chicken parmesan sandwich... and wow. The cheese pull alone was worth it!! We took our food to the beach, paired it with a cold adult beverage and some BBQ kettle chips, and it absolutely hit the spot. Definitely a place worth checking out if you're in Santa Cruz and craving a solid sandwich.

Very disappointed with our experience. We visited twice, and the inconsistency was unbelievable. On…read moreour first visit, we ordered two kids' grilled cheeses, and they were made with two full slices of bread. The very next day, we ordered the exact same thing, and they came on what looked like half a slice of bread. There was absolutely no consistency in the portion size. To make matters worse, we were charged $16 for two kids' grilled cheeses on the second visit, yet the day before we paid only $10 for what appeared to be a larger portion. Paying more for less made no sense. What was most disappointing, though, was the customer service. The employees were incredibly rude and acted as if we were an inconvenience instead of paying customers. Rather than answering our questions or addressing our concerns professionally, they were dismissive and made us feel unwelcome. We gave this place a second chance, hoping our first experience was just an off day, but it ended up being even worse. Between the inconsistent portions, confusing pricing, and poor customer service, we won't be returning and can't recommend this place to others.

Super friendly and helpful staff. Great sandwiches every time. Consistent, always fresh. My…read morefavorite sandwich spot in Santa Cruz!

I'm happy every time I go with Ikes, fresh ingredients and good staff. Menage a trois is my go tooread more

My husband & I absolutely LOVE this location! Their sandwiches are very tasty & fresh; their…read moreemployees are wonderful, too, especially Nikos! We first started going on their annual charity giving day (sorry I don't know what they call it). But they give all the money earned on that one day to a local charity, not just the proceeds but all their sales! We have always had good food and good service! Can't wait to go back soon!

Bathroom needs cleaning. Chair needs cleaning. Everyone likes their food. Service is fast.read more

First-time customer, and they definitely did not disappoint! The service was fast, and everyone was…read moreincredibly friendly and welcoming. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere, and they even had Harry Potter playing on the TV, which made my lunch even more enjoyable. The food was absolutely delicious! I ordered the #9 Meatball Sub, and it was fantastic. The sauce was flavorful and perfectly balanced, and the meatballs were truly chef's kiss! The portions were just right, and for the first time in a long time, I actually finished an entire sandwich. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their sandwiches. If my first visit is any indication, this place is a hidden gem that's well worth checking out!

Yummy Turkey&Cranberry sandwiches on Dutch crunch for lunch…read more Ordered the Tri-tip with Bleu cheese on Dutch crunch for dinner. Sadly, Tri-tip was too dry for me. Generous on the meat, part tho. Decent pricing. Plenty of parking. I'd visit again, just won't be ordering Tri-tip again.

Excellent choice to cater a college graduation/NBA finals watch party on 6/13/26…read more I ordered a package with ribs chicken and tri tip and lots of sides that fed 10-12. I should've ordered extra ribs too because we all wanted more. The order included large aluminum covered trays, plates, bbq sauce, cutlery. I ordered with less than 48 hours notice and it wasn't a problem. Staff even helped me out to my car. I'd order the same meal again for a crowd. And I'll Return for their holiday ham again.

We did Mission St BBQ catering for a work event recently, and it was incredible! Not only was staff…read moreattentive and helpful, but they were very accommodating even though we did not give them significant notice. The food was spectacular (as always) but we especially appreciated the efficiency and consideration of the staff we worked with.

Embracing the surfing culture of the Santa Cruz area, Beach Hut Deli is decorated with a…read morebeach/ocean/surfing theme. All the staff were super friendly, energetic and cool to converse with. Light reggae music was playing in the background during our visit. We enjoyed two of their speciality sandwiches off their extensive menu - we ordered the Surfin' Pig and the Santa Cruz sub sandwiches. The Surfin' Pig has ham, avocado, bacon & cream cheese, with provolone cheese added when ordered as a hot sandwich. One can order with "all the fixings" or one can have the sandwich custom prepared as one wishes. Their Santa Cruz sub comes with pastrami, avocado, bacon & cream cheese, with provolone cheese added when ordered hot. Again, one can customize the toppings as one wishes. The bread was spongy and extremely fresh, as were all the ingredients on our well-assembled gourmet sandwiches which were packed with ingredients. I heard a staff member tell another customer Beach Hut freshly prepares all ingredients daily. They offer more than sandwiches: soups, salads and other specialty dishes of the day. In addition to a large variety of canned or fountain beverages, beer and wine are available.

My wife and I were up in Santa Cruz while our daughter visited her friend at UC Santa Cruz and the…read morestaff at the Best Western all suites in suggested the beach Hut deli for lunch. That was a fantastic suggestion. The vibe was incredibly chill, much like you would find at the beach and the tables were fashioned like wooden surfboards. You Go to the counter to order and then they bring the food to you. The staff was very friendly and very beach-like. They had a great menu and choices of cold or hot sandwiches, munchies, happy hour foods, and salads. The ambience of the restaurant was very nice we did go a little between dinner and lunch in the afternoon but there were still quite a few people milling around. It was very clean and each booth was separated so you could hear yourself talk; it wasn't an open floor plan. There was outdoor seating as well, which was more of an open floor plan. The food was great. They had many different sizes of sandwiches. We got the three-inch, which was more than enough for us. I got the three-inch Santa Cruz, it's a cold sandwich, but there was very little fat on the pastrami. I also got a cup of clam chowder which had a little bit of bacon on top of-fantastic. The sandwich was fantastic and just the perfect size for a soup and salad combination. My wife got the skinny dipper just without mayonnaise and onions, but it had Au jus on the side. She said it also tasted fantastic and she got the chicken poblano soup. Both soups came with bread, thinly sliced small pieces of bread but they were fantastic with the soup. She had a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon, and I had one of their specialty beers. In all ohh the meal was fantastic. Couldn't have asked for a better spot in downtown Santa Cruz you've got to try this, it is fantastic, the food is great, the prices are reasonable and the soups are homemade. The ambience or the vibe as they say nowadays, was very calming. There are other locations. You might want to see if there's one nearer to you, but I can't guarantee it will have the same vibe as Santa Cruz did.

Good food, drinks are great and fast service. The location is cool and inside the cafe is not bad…read moreand they have an upstairs lounge area to relax and enjoy your meal or do school or work related stuff. First time here and we'll be back again!

Even after moving across the country, Iveta remains to be a pantry staple. Missing the coastal…read moredrive from Vetura to Santa Cruz around this time of the year, a stop at Iveta awarded us delicious coffee and baked pastries. I especially miss the friendly staff at Westside, and the espresso bar. The intoxicating blend of aromatics fill the air at the shop, scones are perfect for the skillet and a tradition while camping at Big Sur. Online shipping and many in season flavors are available. The mixes are excellent quality, packaged with care. https://iveta.com

Great sandwiches…read more You pick up your order form at the sandwich counter then pay at the front. 100% recommend.

Was on my way to the beach and found this tiny gem…read more It's technically a liquor store with a deli nestled at the very end of the store. Store cashier did not seem too engaging but the deli guys were super friendly and engaging, great customer service even though I realized I ended up getting the wrong sandwich I'm not mad tho, the sandwich was HELLA good! I'm gonna go back and see if this time I get the one I ordered