Best Date Night Restaurants in Ben Lomond

10 restaurants available nearby

1. Gabriella Cafe

4.7

Exceptional(974)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Santa Cruz

Booked 9 times today

Gabriella Cafe is the perfect date night spot. With its 'OUTSTANDING' Zagat rating and consistently high reviews for its romantic ambiance, excellent food, and top-notch service, it's the perfect place for a quiet, intimate dinner. One reviewer called it a 'wonderful Friday night date spot', highlighting the delicious entrees and fantastic service. Another noted it as a 'charming, cozy' restaurant with a 'lovely, romantic, small' setting that's 'perfect for a quiet lunch or romantic escape.' So, if you're looking for a romantic Italian dining experience in Santa Cruz, Gabriella Cafe is the place to be!

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2. Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(1957)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 14 times today

Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge is Santa Cruz’s best new destination for coastal California cuisine. The approachable and family-friendly vibe at Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge will welcome hotel guests and locals alike.

3. Laili

4.7

Exceptional(2859)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 20 times today

Laili is our expression of love through food and service. We offer a unique menu made up of fusion Afghani Mediterranean items that include kabobs, wraps, flatbreads, pastas, and spiced lamb and chicken dishes as well as delicious vegetarian options.Laili Restaurant "BEST MIDDLE EASTERN RESTAURANT", Good Times 2023, Voted #1Rich Mediterranean Flavors with a Unique Afghan Twist in the Heart of Downtown Santa Cruz.Currently taking reservations for lunch and dinner, walk-ins welcome too.Dine in our elegant, secluded, off street patio. Visit our website for event information.

4. Oswald

4.6

Exceptional(1613)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Santa Cruz

Booked 2 times today

Oswald is a contemporary American restaurant and bar that focuses on the abundance of delicious ingredients found on the central coast of California. Oswald features an eclectic, international wine list and an exciting, seasonal bar program. While the decor is spare and modern, the atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed. Oswald features new art shows every two months. We do have first come tables available in the lounge as well as bar seats.Come by and see if there is a table or seat for you.

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5. Chocolate the Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(82)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Now celebrating 25 years, Chocolate the Restaurant provides an attractive dining environment for couples on dates, friendly meetings, and special occasion meals. Dine outside on the heated garden patio. Celebrate special occasions with up to 25 guests in the private street-side party room. Maybe start with a Chocolate Martini or a Passion Fruit Margarita. Chef David Jackman's fresh baked pasta rosettes, slow-roasted meats, and delicious seasonal organic vegetable dishes are all a prelude to our many chocolaty desserts. Our wine list focuses on local and on Italian wines. Our cocktails are all made from scratch; often using locally distilled spirits, and always using fresh house-made mixers. We are at your service for dinner every night! Afternoon walk-up cafe' service Friday thru Sunday. . We are open for dinner every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

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6. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

4.5

Awesome(616)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 12 times today

Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and food right next to the distillery where our spirits are produced. Indoor, bar and covered heated patio seating available.Hours: Monday to Thursday 5pm-9pmFriday to Sunday 4pm-9pm

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7. Solaire Restaurant + Bar

3.9

Excellent(214)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Booked 3 times today

Whether it be a cocktail while soaking up the sun at the poolside patio, anexpertly prepared meal, or a spirited conversation at the bar, SolaireRestaurant + Bar offers the best of what is available with the changingseasons.Solaire offers a truly local dining destination that offers unexpected andoffbeat twists on local ingredients and flavors. The atmosphere of theseasonal restaurant changes based on the weather—in the warm weathermonths it is a playful experience centered on the indoor/outdoor restaurant spaces andthe vibrant pool scene. In the foggier months, guests can relax under the powerful outdoor heaters in our indoor/outdoor covered space while enjoying a cocktail. Mirroring the laid-back attitude of Santa Cruz, the restaurant and bar bring the natural outdoor elements inside in imaginative and modern ways.

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8. Mozaic - Santa Cruz

4.6

Exceptional(471)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Santa Cruz

Booked 2 times today

We named our restaurant Mozaic because we wanted to capture the diversity of flavors and culmination of authentic Mediterranean dishes that we offer. We bring together the best of Mediterranean recipes from Greece, Lebanon, Turkey and Sicily, emphasizing Middle Eastern influence. Our menu is hand-crafted after years of experience in the restaurant business knowing what people like. We make every dish completely authentic, utilizing 100 years old techniques that have been passed down through generations to bring you incredible flavor. COME AND TASTE THE DIFFERENCE We seek only the best, local ingredients. We use high-quality meats, like our Australian lamb tenderloin and select only sustainable seafood. Our lavash comes from an authentic Persian bakery. Everyone wants family. Mozaic is a warm and inviting atmosphere where everyone can feel at home. Come enjoy our incredible and lush atmosphere.

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9. Back Nine Grill & Bar

4.2

Awesome(111)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

The owners of the Back Nine were equally inspired by the rich history of local cuisine and food preparation dating back to Rancho Carbonero. In Spanish, Carbonero is a place where charcoal is burned, much like an American BBQ. Our expansive fresh grill menu hopefully creates a pleasurable time for each of our Back Nine guests, as they view part of the famed course's front nine.

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10. Hollins House - Pasatiempo Golf Club

4.6

Exceptional(474)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Santa Cruz

Dear guests,The Hollins House is open for dinner service on Thursday evenings from 4 - 8pm. We are accepting online reservations through OpenTable for groups of 6 or less. If you would like to make a reservation for 7 or more guests, please call (831) 459-9177. If you would like to make a reservation for our other Pasatiempo restaurant, MacKenzie Bar & Grill, please call (831) 459-9162. MacKenzie Bar & Grill is open everyday from 8:30am - 7pm. In 2020 Pasatiempo, Inc. decided to close the Hollins House restaurant to focus on weddings and special events. This was a hard decision to make as we know how much our members, clients, and community enjoy dining at the Hollins House. For now we are offering Thursday night dining only. Hope to see you there!

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Shalom
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful time! It was my second time here. I brought my girlfriend for her 30th birthday and she was amazed by the food. Every single dish left a mark on her memory.
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5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our server was incredibly friendly and attentive. The food was delicious, and the atmosphere was perfect for a leisurely dinner. We'll definitely be back!
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4.8
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California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great atmosphere and surroundings. Loved the upstairs bar and the open windows to the front alley. Service was surprisingly good for only the second day of operation. Cocktails were unique and tasty although some were very small despite being pricey. Food was terrific with unique and delicious combinations of tastes. Open kitchen created an energetic and bustling vibe.
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4.8
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Christine
San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Love the appetizers here! Sooooo delicious! Makes a great light, yet delicious meal. Crab croquettes are so rich and super tasty. Also loved the empanadas and gambas ajillo. Presentation is always quite unique and beautiful.
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4.5
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Mark
Atlanta Metro •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 Nov 2024
really good food and unique location / atmosphere. service was a bit on the slower side but not annoyingly so. acoustics aren't great - glass walls and ceilings - so it's quite loud inside even partially full. a bit on the pricey side for what you get, but it is very well done (and what isn't overpriced in the valley?).
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4.4

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Gabriella Cafe

2. Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

3. Laili

4. Oswald

5. Chocolate the Restaurant

6. Venus Spirits Cocktails & Kitchen | Westside

7. Solaire Restaurant + Bar

8. Mozaic - Santa Cruz

9. Back Nine Grill & Bar

10. Hollins House - Pasatiempo Golf Club

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