Lauren W.
11/14/2025
Came here for some quick dinner and was not disappointed! Our waiter said the Clam Chowder was award winning and I can see why!! The sourdough bread was so fresh and flavorful. The clam chowder...
Ideal Bar & Grill
$$
Closed
(1,805)
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106 Beach St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Located in Santa Cruz, Calif., Ideal Bar and Grill features indoor and outdoor dining services. Its menu selection includes fresh seafood, pastas, steaks and chicken entr es, as well as an assortment of salads and appetizers. Its appetizers include garlic bread, crab cocktail, nachos and steamed clams. Ideal Bar and Grill serves fish tacos, shrimp and chips, burgers, seafood platter, chicken sandwich and hot dogs. Additionally, the restaurants offer private event rooms for business functions, wedding rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, retirement parties, family reunions, wine parties and club meetings. Ideal Bar and Grill features a full-service espresso bar and caf that serves pastries, croissants and house-made muffins.
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3.01,805 reviews
Jerry Y.
11/3/2025
Pros: - Great atmosphere with a scenic beach view. Tons of space and can accommodate big parties - Have a kids meal and daily drink specials which is convenient - Service was decent. Host and...
Wes H.
10/10/2025
Mediocre quality food at a high price. Nice location and view though. Worst fish and chips I've ever had. Fish was not crispy, fries were soggy. Burger was just ok. Server was nice.
Kristina K.
9/23/2025
I stayed in Santa Cruz for a week, right across from the main beach and I think this is one of the best places available to eat. It was usually crowded, but never had to wait for a table. I also...
Sara M.
9/19/2025
Stopped in for drinks on the patio and was told we had to order an appetizer. We went with the $9 chips & salsa - they were fine, but we weren't really hungry. Ended up passing them along to a...
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