Windmill Cafe

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21231 E Cliff Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Windmill Cafe is a charming eatery located within the Historic Lincoln Windmill building, just a short distance from Twin Lakes Beach and Santa Cruz Harbor. Guests can relax in a beautiful garden setting while enjoying a diverse menu that includes breakfast and lunch options featuring locally sourced ingredients.

The cafe specializes in gluten-free baking and offers a variety of vegetarian, vegan, and meat choices, as well as freshly baked goodies. With a dog-friendly patio and family-friendly atmosphere, Windmill Cafe is an inviting spot for all visitors seeking delicious cuisine near the ocean.

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Lee B.
7/23/2025

Cute little place is absolutely worth a stop! I found it through my gluten-free app and was very excited to see that they served gf french toast. Had a weekend away with my better half while the...

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Sarah C.
8/12/2025

Cute spot. Nice ambiance. Indoor and outdoor seating. I was underwhelmed by the food. Not that my avocado toast was bad, but it was literally just avocado and olive oil on a standard piece of...

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Nanci B.
9/11/2025

Great service. Lovers of nature and protectors of habitat. They planted milkweed to attract monarchs. Now they are nurturing and protecting them.

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Leah Y.
10/14/2024

I love the decoration of both the inside and outside of the cafe. It is so unique and interesting! When I walked in I was super impressed with the menu. Extremely reasonable prices for unique and...

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Christie B.
8/11/2024

I decided to head over the hill to Santa Cruz this morning to get some sand between my toes. After my walk at Seabright, I was getting hungry and popped into Windmill Cafe for a quick bite before...

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