A bartender tops a Bloody Mary at Bruno’s Bar & Grill with a pork slider.

Going Big

This week’s Santa Cruz dining column spotlights Switch Bakery & Bistro’s gluten-free comfort food, Bruno’s Bar & Grill’s towering Bloody Marys and bargain specials, plus beer industry insights and local food news.
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Food & Drink

Italian I Scream

Gran Gelato Caffe brings Italian-trained gelato craft to downtown Santa Cruz, with rotating flavors, espresso drinks, cannoli, tiramisu and a lunch menu featuring handmade focaccia panini.
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Downtown Lowdown

Four new downtown Santa Cruz eateries are taking shape, from Luna’s Borikén Bites and India Gourmet at Abbott Square Market to Campus Burgers and The Breakfast Club on Pacific Avenue.
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 Hyper-Local

The View at Chaminade serves modern American cuisine with French technique, global influence and hyper-local touches, from Monterey Bay seafood to on-property honey.
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Like Denmark

I have traveled all over the Golden State, and there is still lots to explore. California offers so much. Modeled after a Danish village, Solvang...
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Super Tasty

The Cruz Room brings together award-winning pizza, milkshakes, live music and arcade energy in one of Santa Cruz’s most inventive new dining spots.
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Un-Pho-Gettable

Super Noodle in Capitola delivers rich, satisfying pho and Vietnamese favorites, built on a deeply flavorful broth and fresh ingredients.
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Vino For Moms

From crisp Albariño to elegant Champagne and bold Pinot Noir, these Mother’s Day wine picks offer something special for every kind of celebration.
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Pie of the Tiger

A new spot near UCSC, Pogonip Pizza serves artisan thin-crust “tiger-style” pies with bold flavors and a local twist.
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Haters Get Happy

From oysters to a standout passionfruit margarita, Mane Kitchen & Cocktails delivers bold flavors and high-energy hospitality in downtown Santa Cruz.
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Cross Bay Yay

A quick Monterey getaway delivers oceanfront dining, spa indulgence and hidden coastal beauty at the Monterey Plaza Hotel.
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Lots of Heart

Scotts Valley’s Thai Heart pairs authentic Thai flavors with a powerful story of resilience and community support.
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Oodles of Noodles

At Oreno Ramen in Scotts Valley, rich broths, authentic Japanese noodles and Korean-inspired flavors come together in a cozy, modern setting.
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