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Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, Santa Cruz, CA

Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

4.7
4.7
2003 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:45 Brunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Gus Trejo
  • Catering
    Dream Inn offers full catered events from 5 - 250 people
  • Private party facilities
    THE COVEWelcome to our new Private meeting room "The Cove" located in Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge. This room is equipped with full power outlets, LCD TV with wired access, and full food & beverage service. Seats 6 - 10 guests.
  • Area
    Santa Cruz
  • Cross Street
    Bay Street + you can valet park at Dream Inn
  • Parking details
    Hotel parking lot across the street from The Dream Inn, or complimentary valet parking.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,003 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Great for scenic views

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Overall

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Food

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Service

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Ambience

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Hot spot

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for fine wines

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Romantic

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Good for special occasions

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Lively

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge offers "wonderful service and incredible food" in a "beautiful, casual setting" with "stunning views" of the beach and ocean. Guests rave about the "thoughtful menu using local ingredients" and "expertly crafted cocktails." The atmosphere is perfect for both romantic dinners and family outings.
2,003 Reviews
  1. GeoffG VIP

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The view cannot be beat. The staff was excellent, and the food was incredible.

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  2. Kathleen VIP

    San Francisco77 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely time and a beautiful restaurant with very professional service and terrific food. You can’t beat the view and the commute was flawless since we came from our room in the hotel.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Southwest Florida1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great location, service and food. Valet Parking was complimentary. Highly recommend.

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  4. Jennifer

    San Francisco35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love taking visitors to Santa Cruz here; it shows off some of the best food, views and vibe SC has to offer

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  5. Mark

    Sacramento6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and views. Really good service too. Thanks!

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  6. Merry VIP

    Central Coast71 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Came here for dinner on Saturday night and our server was exceptional! We told her about my dairy allergy and she made sure to sub out butter for other oils for all our entrees. I had the lettuce salad which was slightly overdressed, but otherwise great. I added prawns which were perfectly cooked. My husband had the roast chicken and it was fall-of-the-bone tender. He subbed out mushrooms for polenta and the mushrooms were delightful! Both kids' meals were well-made and the kids ate their whole entree!

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  7. Michael VIP

    Phoenix42 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good vibe and great location. Highly recommend if in the area.

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  8. TahoeSKO VIP

    Sacramento4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A must if you are in Santa Cruz!! Do not pass up the opportunity to experience the incredible dishes from Exec Chef Gus! Always ask about the daily special. Thoughtful menu using local ingredients. Service beyond exceptional! My husband and I come every year and they always knock it out of the park!

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  9. Kristin

    Phoenix5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and incredible food. Perfection!

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  10. Melissa

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Amazing service. Wonderful view. Great spot for a date.

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FAQs

Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 460-5013.

Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 2003 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
21:30
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bay Street + you can valet park at Dream Inn
  • Area
    Santa Cruz
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 07:00–10:45 Brunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Organic, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel parking lot across the street from The Dream Inn, or complimentary valet parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Gus Trejo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Dream Inn offers full catered events from 5 - 250 people
  • Private party facilities
    THE COVEWelcome to our new Private meeting room "The Cove" located in Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge. This room is equipped with full power outlets, LCD TV with wired access, and full food & beverage service. Seats 6 - 10 guests.
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