Restaurants near Museum of Art and History

Excellent food and ambiance. Service was timely and staff was knowledgeable and helpful.

The roasted pork in a wonderful chocolate/orange sauce is soooooo delicious! The hot chocolate drinks make a great dessert… no need for more dessert as each hot chocolate comes with a lady finger swamped with whip cream. I especially liked the Frida hot chocolate.

My friend had the seafood pasta she had the gluten-free pasta which added two dollars to the service. I had the special which was a beef tenderloin tortellini style pasta with a creamy sauce, which was very good. My friend had the seafood pasta, she really enjoyed it. She thought it was an excellent value, and the flavor was very good. I like the overall feel of the restaurant. I like the fact you’re not freezing inside of it which it can be a problem with many restaurants in Santa Cruz. This restaurant was very warm and comfortable and we will definitely be back with friends. 

Oswald's is such a gem. Everyone is so nice and polite. Service from the hostess to the wait staff and assistants is excellent! The food is always done well. If there is ever any issue, it is corrected immediately and efficiently. The bartender really knows how to mix and add the right condiments. Knowing how to make a twist for a martini correctly and using the correct cherry for a Manhattan can make or break a cocktail for me. I do not drink often, so a cocktail made and presented correctly is a real treat. Cudos to the professionalism of the bartenders at Oswald's!

A truly memorable experience with a delicious unique menu. The entire staff was top notch. The bolognese and pineapple panna cotta were some of the most flavorful items I can recall ever eating but everything was great. Definitely recommend, especially compared to any other places in the area. And sit at the chef’s counter!