
Ideal Bar & Grill
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- CuisinesCalifornian, Seafood, American
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 10:00 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
- Phone number(831) 423-5271
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Executive chefJesus Garcia
- Private party facilitiesOur Beach Room can host up to 40 guests. The room features a private bar, views of the wharf, beach, and ocean. It also offers a small private patio (weather permitting) that extends the inside bar area, making it perfect for any event! We have hosted various events here from rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and wedding brunches to surprise birthday parties and charity events!
- NeighborhoodSanta Cruz
- Cross streetFront Street
- Parking detailsParking is available on the Santa Cruz Wharf for an hourly rate and is just a short scenic walk to our location. There are also small metered lots across the street as well. We are walking distance to many near-by hotels.
- Public transitThe public bus stop is just across the street from Ideal Bar & Grill.
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Live Maine Lobster Wednesday
$29.95 per person
Multiple dates availableJoin us on the Beach for our famous Wednesday Night Lobster Night! Get ready to dig in....served in the shell this 1- 1.4 lb lobster is a fun & delicious experience for all! Served with our island rice, fresh lemon and drawn butter. Walk-in for deck seating or make your reservation now.
Popular dishes
What 269 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
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- 4Food
- 4.5Service
- 4.2Ambience
- 3.9Value
Noise • Moderate
Loved For
San Francisco Bay Area
Kid-friendly
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for brunch
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Kid-friendly
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Good for groups
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Healthy
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Hot spot
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
Great for outdoor dining
Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos
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Safety precautions
Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Contactless payment available
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from Ideal Bar & Grill using the Order Online button.
Ideal Bar & Grill is rated 4.4 stars by 269 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a reservation
Order delivery or takeout
106 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Additional information
- Cross streetFront Street
- NeighborhoodSanta Cruz
- Hours of operationMon–Thu 10:00 am–9:30 pm Fri 10:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:30 pm Bar Mon–Thu 10:00 am–9:30 pm Fri–Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
- CuisinesCalifornian, Seafood, American
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsParking is available on the Santa Cruz Wharf for an hourly rate and is just a short scenic walk to our location. There are also small metered lots across the street as well. We are walking distance to many near-by hotels.
- Public transitThe public bus stop is just across the street from Ideal Bar & Grill.
- Payment optionsAMEX, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive chefJesus Garcia
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(831) 423-5271
- Private party facilitiesOur Beach Room can host up to 40 guests. The room features a private bar, views of the wharf, beach, and ocean. It also offers a small private patio (weather permitting) that extends the inside bar area, making it perfect for any event! We have hosted various events here from rehearsal dinners, business meetings, and wedding brunches to surprise birthday parties and charity events!