Join us after the race for drink & food specials for all the runners!
Located at the entrance to the historic Santa Cruz Wharf and steps to the beach, Ideal Bar & Grill has been the go-to spot for tasty food & delicious cocktails since 1994! We're open for breakfast, lunch & dinner with brunch on the weekends!
We host. You party! We are not only professional caterers but also event planners. We provide all in one package which is friendly with your budget. Let us serve you once, and you won’t go anywhere else ever again.
Call us at (831)-423-5271 or book a table through Open Table:
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This is my second time at this grill and we had a wonderful experience with both service and food quality. Conveniently located at the end of the boardwalk, this restaurant has both indoor and outdoor dining, both of which offer ocean views...
Probably one of the best places I've ever had breakfast at!! I normally don't like French toast but there's was to die for, not too sweet. Our waitress was phenomenal!! The food was perfectly balanced. Will be coming back whenever I'm in town.
Stopped for a quick bite while walking near the beach. Ordered the Gilroy Garlic Fries and the Mixed Greens & Gorgonzola salad. Both were really good and our waiter was nice enough to split the salad to share between two people.
Amazing clam chowder bowl, delicious Brie and roasted garlic appetizer, fantastic service! Ideal has quickly become my favorite place on the boardwalk! Cannot beat the perfect outdoor seating with a view of the water and warmers to keep you toasty! We will definitely be back.
Is there such thing as a better location than this? Situated in between the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Pier, this place has a great view and vibe right next to the ocean and the main beach. The food is great, the atmosphere is amazing, and the service is excellent.
