Great shop for a remote spot like Boulder Creek. I have no idea why other reviews may be less than…read more5-stars; I've never had an issue in this place, they have a great selection, and good prices. If you're not from around here, the closest stores for slightly lower prices are over 45 minutes away. If you are from around here, this is the place. Booze, smokes, beer, snacks... this is the place to go. Also no one has blinked an eye at a transgirl buying japanese whiskey in the mountains of Santa Cruz, so this is the place to go, no question.

BC Liquor is that store you find once in a lifetime. The Owner is approachable and can get just…read moreabout any bottle you're looking for. Whether it's for a gift or that bourbon you can't find anywhere anymore that you want to sip on. BC liquor will find it and WILL not overcharge you or take advantage. Glad it was recommended to me.

Every time I go into this gas station I have such a warming sensation in my heart . I absolutely…read morelove it here , the people are awesome, foods great , beers always cold .

Most of the time, I have a perfectly fine experience coming here. However, a couple times in the…read morelast few weeks, I've purchased a $1 super lotto from a pre-filled slip, and a beverage, when a particular guy is working there. Brown short hair, clean shaven, kind of slim, maybe 5'10", in his 20s or 30s. Both times he said, with a totally straight face: $20 for the lotto (which was actually $1 if you recall), and then whatever the price of the drink was. And quickly doing the math in his head, he verbally added $19 dollars to the grand total without missing a beat. When I looked at the register seeing the real total (which of course was $19 less than what he said), he deadpanned "just kidding". He did this exact same thing to me two different times in the span of a couple weeks. Seems very sketchy. Benefit of the doubt: I suppose he really could've been "just kidding", but if so, not funny at all and pretty poor taste to be trying that joke on paying customers that you don't know. Especially if you have no comedic demeanor or delivery with it. Keep an eye on this guy.

Whenever I am in Santa Cruz, I usually try to fill up at this gas station. The location is…read moreconvenient, the pumps are easy to use, and I have never had any issues here. The station is usually clean, and the whole process is quick, which I really appreciate when I am just trying to get gas and keep going. The service is also good there, the staff is friendly, and they usually keep everything moving quickly. Prices are reasonable compared to some other places in the area, and overall it feels like a reliable spot. Good gas station and one I like to use when I am nearby.

Convenient, near our hotel and the MissionSanta Cruz. $4.49 for regular gas. Cheaper than most gas…read morestations around.

The tasting room is set adjacent to the restaurant. The hours are different than the restaurant so…read moremake sure to check. I was served by Courtney who was courteous and helpful. I came in to try every whiskey they had including their limited run and I was able to try them all. Their limited edition portified is good, along with their single malt which I ended up purchasing. Bourbon is just okay and the rye is no bueno along with their scotch I believe it was. Well, can't nail it all but their certainly try! Gin no1 has a great scent and as a gin it's pretty good. I can see it going well in classics like a g&t or gimlet. Conveniently, they can their gin gimlets. I'm pretty sure it's one of their staples. The tasting room itself is well put together and it doesn't feel like one of those places where they sort of slapped some walls up in an old industrial building. As a commercial contractor, if they ever need a bid I would build for them as they look like solid and fun build outs (seems like I missed their Aptos remodel, sad!). Bar counter is clean, and their water glasses and dispenser are also very clean which I like. So many places, it's like you want to bring your own water because it looks like they haven't cleaned it almost ever. You can also get cocktails and other flights which is great!

Mama Mia mule and bourbon smash cocktails were delish. Chill Sunday holiday afternoon. Good tunes,…read morewill come back.

We popped in here for some road trip snacks on a recommendation from a local. A cute neighborhood…read moregrocery store with ample parking in the back. They had a terrific selection of wine and nuts/other goodies to make your own trail mix (although they also sold trail mix there). We picked up some fruit for the road too! Cashier was very friendly & prices were reasonable.

We don't live in Santa Cruz, but had browsed in a magazine that morning that this was the top rated…read moregrocery store and had to check it out. They are known for their butcher/meat station and wine collection. The produce and food selection is more than sufficient for shopping as well. One could spend hours browsing the wine collection. I felt like I was in a bookstore there's labels and descriptions of almost all the wines so it's very helpful guidance. Everyone who worked there was also very helpful and friendly. Easy parking lot.

This is the best coffee place around...the owner, Sylvie, is amazing and so accommodating. Best…read morelattes and breakfast items. Lots of choices on their menu. Very cozy and comfy to sit and talk with friends...and a beautiful outside area as well. Bring your dog and there is a little fenced off area for them to play (doggie bones available for sale inside). You truly will enjoy your coffee experience here!

I love and support independent coffee shops. I've visit this business five times since I've…read morerelocated to the area, each time convincing myself to return thinking the customer service would improve, or that perhaps I might get lucky enough not to get the same woman who I've realized is likely the owner, and I should no longer expect a different server. Their prices are expensive, but the service is even worse. Every time I've visited the woman behind the counter is just downright unpleasant, despite my efforts to be kind and wanting to support this small shop. No more. She's cold, rude, and an unappreciative of my support. This time, to my disgust and offense, after I paid for my drink, she actually pushed the tip jar forward toward me as she said, "here's the tip jar ". How incredibly rude and presumptuous. As much as I had hoped this could be a great local spot, no more. I'm done subjecting myself to this disappointing experience. I strongly discourage anyone from patronizing this place, precisely because of her.

We had been waiting for the right time to eat a donut from here…read more We came in and realized it's cash only! I dug my wallet and luckily had just enough for a cronut to share. $3 and the cronut was delicious and sweet. It was more donut than croissant and had a little crisp to it. They have lots of options to pick from and this place is so goood!

Came here with friends- we got a chocolate glazed donut, apple fritter, cronut donut holes, and a…read morechocolate old fashioned. The apple fritter was our favorite. $5 credit card minimum. The older gentleman behind the counter was kind and friendly. My friend even came back to see if there were any more apple fritters before we left Santa Cruz.

I am a diehard Staff of Life shopper. As I try to use fewer new containers, I like that I can buy…read morehigh quality products in bulk. The selection of products pleases a gourmet cook like me. And it's locally owned, a big plus for me.

Staff of Life is the best place to shop! I love their bakery. Especially the Basque cheesecake!…read moreOMG to die for. I also love their trinkets area to get jewelry or a small gift. The produce is amazing and the whole store is awesome.