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   EventsLady

   San Francisco

   53 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   53 reviews

   Dined 3 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent customer service. Connie took great care re: our food allergies.

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   JillH

   London

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on June 26, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Great food server was new and he was amazing! Brought some kids they were treated very well by the staff and also enjoyed their meals. Nice to sit outside and let the kids wiggle around.

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   Mtnpoet

   San Francisco

   6 reviews

   2.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall2food1service1ambience3

   Father's Day brunch was a total disaster! We have been here several times for dinner and always enjoyed the food AND the service. Mimosas were "watered" down in a large white wine glass My order of waffles were pre-cooked and warmed in a toaster which made them hard and tasteless. We never saw our waitperson after she took our order. We were going to order sparkling water and immediately received warm tap water. The wait between our being seated and our order taken was approximately 12 minutes. My wife had to go to the check-in station to ask for our check after the table had been cleared 10+ minutes. Will definitely not return.

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4. LG

   LoGo

   New York Area

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall5food5service4ambience5

   Delicious as always. My NY family’s favorite whenever they visit, now 4 generations love it!

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   bayareadiner57

   San Francisco

   8 reviews

   5.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Great food and delicious pasta

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   ashleyp

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 19, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Delicious seasonal food and great wine selection, sad we were too full for dessert!

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   CarlyM

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 11, 2022

   overall4food4service3ambience5

   Great Italian place in downtown Santa Cruz. The sweet potato ravioli was amazing!

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   JaneD

   Sacramento

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on June 4, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We had a wonderful time. The staff were amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. The food and wine were delicious and reasonably priced

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   Nmmsf

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on June 2, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Our server Cassius was sincerely welcoming, knowledgeable about all the menu items, offered suggestions when we asked Making our dining experience truly memorable

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10. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    55 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience4

    The setting was nice, service good. The food was a mixed bag with the grilled peaches, the beet salad and the primavera ravioli good. The lamb shank was a little dry and I didn’t like the horseradish sauce on top. The lemon tart also was a little dry and not that good. We enjoyed the evening, but the was a little disappointing. Also, nothing special done even though we made it known it was our 50th anniversary

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    Cassi

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall5food4service4ambience4

    Comfortable setting and yummy brunch! We ordered the waffle and chilaquiles, both delicious and would order again!

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12. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience2

    Birthday celebration. Service was wonderful. Some food was great such as Beet salad. Other stuff just ok like halibut. Polenta was dry. When I set the reservation on Open Table, I was asked whether I wanted inside or outside seating. Requests are not honored for seating. Hostess said they don’t offer that kind of a thing. Soooooo; take it off of the app. Beware! It gets cold at night.

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    Sophia

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best food I've had in santa cruz so far (lived here for 9 years). Also the best date spot! A little pricey, but 100% worth it.

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14. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Phenomenal pasta with perfect pairing of veggie sauce. Romantic yet relaxed atmosphere with great staff. Most excellent evening

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, wonderful staff. A real pleasure.

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    sirir

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Delicious fresh good sources locally! Brussels sprouts and salads fantastic- great raviolis too!

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17. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a lovely lunch

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    Robert

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The entire situation was A++. The food, service, musicians playing, customers having a fine time. Very mellow

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    Rebecca

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We had a wonderful lunch. Highly recommend this restaurant.

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20. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gabriela’s is my favorite restaurant it is always delicious!

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    Happybirthdaytome

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2022

    overall3food4service3ambience3

    The food was good, as always. Unfortunately it took over an hour to get served after we put our order in, as if it was forgotten by someone. The place could use some deep cleaning and updating, especially the ceiling tiles, which look gross.

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    TomP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food for decades in a charming venue just off the Pacific Garden Mall

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    markk

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Excellent as usual, our go to special place in Santa Cruz.

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    daisy

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience3

    Birthdays I wish they would have provided a free birthday dessert 😀

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25. JA

    JoannA

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2022

    overall3food4service1ambience4

    The food and ambiance was great - but the service was not great. We had a seven o'clock reservation, our table was not ready until 7:20 - which was fine except that there were empty tables around, and then the waitress and hostess kept telling us that the other party at our table was taking too long, and they had to tell them to leave multiple times - which didn't seem kind or respectful to the other customers. We were rarely checked on, and after asking for my pasta without beets, it came with beets (which was not the problem), the problem was that the waitress rudely blamed. the kitchen and said it wasn't her fault - it didn't have to be anybody's fault. It just was not good service! But the food was good overall, and I have had good experiences there in the past, so maybe it was just a fluke.

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    skpe

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    OMG❤️- Gabriella’s was recommended to us by a local and now we know why -this was one of the BEST small cafes we’ve encountered!!! The staff were ALL WONDERFUL, no kidding. And the food …. A delightful menu of tasty assortments! You could pick any one (or a several, as we did) and you would not be disappointed. Will definitely be back on our next visit to Santa Cruz.

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    Steve

    Los Angeles

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2022

    overall5food5service3ambience5

    Dinner was outstanding!

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    LynnK

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Butternut squash ravioli was very good. Caesar salad with rock fish was a little disappointing. Lettuce was soggy, not romaine? Dressing non descript. Fish was the best part. Arrived 1pm. Ordered 1:20. Food arrived around 2pm. We enjoyed wine and yummy focaccia bread while waiting.

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    RobertaC

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great all around experience no complaints!

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    PaulaA

    Central Coast

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on April 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent food, service, and ambience. And while their prices have increased a little bit, they give generous servings, so my friend and I were able to split several items. Everything was superb, from the crispy brussel sprouts to the asparagus wrapped in Brie and prosciutto, to the incredibly delectable duck breast. And the patio dining has really added to the whole experience. It's lovely!!! I highly recommend Gabriela's Cafe!

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    TabiZ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gabriella is never a miss! It’s cozy and the food is always great!

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    JacobB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Waitress was very helpful with helping me select a wine as I hadn't tired many before

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    ShawnK

    Seattle

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    We had a lovely birthday dinner for our first visit at Gabriella Cafe. Our expectations were high having heard from others about the farm to table fare. Great quality food for a reasonable price. Amazing service. The food was good, but not amazing. The restaurant was a little run down and needed some cleaning. We'll give it another try and hope for some improvements.

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    Gabrielle

    Central Coast

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2022

    overall4food5service3ambience4

    Hadn’t been here for awhile so decided to try it out again. Food was an interesting blend of flavors. Service was friendly and willing to accommodate requests but as is usual for Santa Cruz, definitely on the slow side. If you aren’t in a hurry definitely worth the visit.

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35. P

    Pollen

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Gabriella is our go-to nice sit-down restaurant in Santa Cruz. The service is great and the food never disappoints. With a rotating menu that is well-curated, you really can't go wrong with any of the dishes. The portion sizes are generous and we always leave feeling satisfied. This restaurant clearly cares about everything going onto the plate, the protein is always cooked to perfection, but they don't neglect the veggies or other sides either. Everything is always delicious and we look forward to occasions where we can splurge on a nice meal here. Not to mention that the ambiance is comfortable and also very Santa-Cruz-quirky in the best way. Adore this place and can't wait to go back!

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    RebekahS

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We ate outside and had excellent service and food!

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    kathyn

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience4

    Great place overall with delicious food. Service was slow but likely short staffed like everyone is these days. Would recommend it!

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    ChefAlyssa

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Spot was recommended to me by a close friend from the area, we were not disappointed!! Great recommendations from our server and wine pairing. The only thing I didn't like was the table behind us was EXTREMELY LOUD and it was difficult to have a conversation with my husband without feeling like I had to yell at him. We will be back!

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    RebekahR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing service, food was delicious, very personable staff :) highly recommend this gem

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    deelish

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    This was our second visit to Gabriella, and we were not disappointed. Our waitress, Kat, was professional and personable, the atmosphere feels European, and the food was creative and delicious.

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