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Suda, Santa Cruz, CA

Suda

4.8
4.8
391 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
Pairing seasonal produce from local farmers with line caught fish and lean, hormone-free beef, the menu at Süda stays as fresh as the ingredients. With a variety of inventive dishes, including vegan and gluten free options, there is truly something for everyone.

The atmosphere at the bar is lively, while booths offer diners a more intimate experience making Süda the perfect place for a casual meal with friends or a night out with someone special. We are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner so you can enjoy fresh food whenever your heart desires.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30–15:00 Bar Fri–Sun 15:00–16:30 Dinner Tue–Sun 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
    (831) 600-7068
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Macias
  • Area
    Santa Cruz
  • Cross Street
    41st Ave
  • Parking details
    Ample parking all around.
  • Public transit
    We have a stop a block away from us in either direction.
  • Entertainment
    2 TVs behind the bar. Amazing Sound System.

What 391 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseQuiet

Loved For

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Ambience

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Best Value

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Healthy

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Hot spot

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Santa Cruz / Capitola / Aptos

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Suda offers a delightful dining experience with "great food, great cocktails and really friendly service." Diners rave about the "thoughtful and flavorful" preparations like the braised short rib ragu and halibut crudo. The atmosphere is vibrant, and the staff is attentive and knowledgeable, making it a "great gem in Capitola."

391 Reviews
  1. Peter

    VIP

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great. Always friendly. Always accommodating. One of our dishes was over-spiced and the server let us switch to another option, no questions asked. We appreciate the responsiveness and the hospitality

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  2. Mika & Sherif

    Central Coast

    55 reviews

    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Went here with a friend and I ordered so much food! Everything I ate, was delicious & I thoroughly enjoyed. Originally wanted to sit outside but my friend had her little daughter with her & it was cold. We were able to get a table inside but I preferred a booth with my bad back, the booth would be better. They were accommodating but at the same time some people with their facial expressions made it seem customers were a burden asking to be seated at the booth. Place seemed pretty clean. There was a young gentleman that seemed to be very attentive at cleaning & picking up any trash he sees drops to the floor. Our server was decent. Lack of attentiveness where we needed utensils, napkins, drinks & take away containers. Nearly everything I had was delicious & I was satisfied. My friend recommended this place for dinner. She had the baja snapper tacos & roasted carrots & brussels sprouts, which she stated it’s her usual order. I had a taste of the roasted carrots & brussels sprouts & it was some delicious veggies. Her daughter had the kid’s mac and cheese with mixed half regular fries and half sweet potato fries & root beer. I ordered so many items from the BITES & SHARE section & 3 out of the 4 items I ordered I enjoyed. queso poblano dip, pork belly, & süda tuna tower were all delicious. I recommend trying if you haven’t or if you like cheese, pork belly, tuna, or if you haven’t try or scared to try, just try it! My least favorite was probably the sticky korean cauliflower. The batter was crispy on most & some seem to had a bit much much batter. I like gojujang but it couldn’t save the flavorless cauliflower or some cauliflower were over done. I had there specials did that night, which was the butternut squash ravioli with sweet corn & I ate it all! I was so full I had to take some things to go & ordered a chocolate mousse for dessert to go.

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  3. Jennifer

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service!! Jade is always amazing!! So have the carro and brussels sprouts with the cashew butter is back!!

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  4. Cynthia

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The burger I had was delicious. My husband had the braised short rib ragu. He loved it and I did too when I tasted it. The preparations were thoughtful and full of layers of flavor. I had a mocktail (ginger cardamom cooler) - spicy in a good way and fresh. We will return.

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  5. Chris

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 5 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience, excellent service, and the food and drinks were delicious!

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  6. Kevin

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great gem in Capitola. The food, service and ambiance were on point. Will definitely come back !

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  7. Jelly

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was great. Seriously incredible meal actually. Our servers were kind and accommodating. I got my food about 10 minutes after my friends but not a big deal. We sat outside with no lights or heater and it was absolutely freezing cold. The staff tried really hard to get the heaters on to no avail. Very disappointed by the ambiance and comfort of my party. Will only go back if I can get a table inside or takeout.

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  8. patty

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. We shared the detox salad and strip steak. Both wonderful, pleased and fast great service

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  9. GlennK

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The whole experience was great. From reception and seating to service, beverages and food. Our waitress Jade was on point the whole night. Very friendly, super knowledgeable on both the cocktail and food menus, explaining flavors and techniques. Food and beverages were all well presented and flavorful. Highlights were the brick chicken, pork belly, roasted carrots and Brussels sprouts, as well as the Korean inspired cauliflower. We’ll definitely be back!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A local favorite

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Suda is rated 4.8 stars by 391 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Suda

3910 Portola Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    41st Ave
  • Area
    Santa Cruz
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Fri–Sun 10:00–15:00 Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30–15:00 Bar Fri–Sun 15:00–16:30 Dinner Tue–Sun 16:30–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Ample parking all around.
  • Public transit
    We have a stop a block away from us in either direction.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jose Macias
  • Entertainment
    2 TVs behind the bar. Amazing Sound System.
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