D W.
11/11/2025
The decor inside the restaurant was beautiful with Mexican paper cutouts and wood cravings of the same. Full bar and outdoor dining area. The hostess was friendly and explain the "rabbit" like...
Copal
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1203 Mission St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Copal is a labor of love that brings the warmth and beauty of the Mexican state of Oaxaca to Santa Cruz, California. With deep roots and attachments to Mexico, the owners and chef of Copal have a passion for authentic Mexican cuisine and culture, offering a unique cultural experience that showcases traditional family recipes from Oaxaca.
Located on Mission Street in Santa Cruz, Copal provides an authentic Oaxacan dining experience, serving up delicious dishes that have been passed down through generations. From mole pop-up events to a full-fledged restaurant, Copal is dedicated to sharing the wonderful flavors and traditions of Oaxaca with the community of Santa Cruz.
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Calista C.
8/22/2025
A beautiful resturant with indoor and outdoor covered patio! They give you free chips and salsa. Super friendly service. Tried the mole negro and it was a very fair portion with a chicken thigh...
nick d.
8/17/2025
I came here with my family as a party of 5 on Saturday and we had a fantastic experience and great service. I have wanted to stop in and try Copal for at least a few years, and my only regret is...
Mary R.
11/9/2025
I was not expecting to find a restaurant with authentic food from Oaxaca in Santa Cruz! The presentation was absolutely stunning. There are a lot of different mole options, so it may be limiting...
Camille W.
8/6/2025
Came here as part of a party of seven. As previous Yelpers have noted, there is a great selection for vegetarians here. They offer both non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages. My friend had the...
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