The Abbey Coffee, Art & Music Lounge is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

1. The Abbey Coffee, Art & Music Lounge

9.2
350 Mission St (at Highland Ave), Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · Westside · 25 tips and reviews

Aleks K.Aleks Kozak: Sit down and enjoy the coziness. Read a book, even if it's your MacBook... or your neighbor's. :)

Becky K.Becky Kimball: Try the turkey and cranberry panini. Yummmm! Love this place. Sit in the garden courtyard or cozy indoors. Perfect.

Shaina P.Shaina Prasad: Love this locals spot! Baristas are great, local artwork even more amazing

Cafe Brasil is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

2. Cafe Brasil

9.0
1410 Mission St, Santa Cruz, CA
Brazilian Restaurant · Westside · 64 tips and reviews

Abhishek K.Abhishek Kona: It's very homey

Carolina R.Carolina Revilla: Had the beef a cavalier, was delicious. I recommend this dish. The bacon is also great. Awesome breakfast spot. Parking in the back.

ᴡ M.ᴡ Montero: This restaurant reminds me of the LEGO Movie, because everything is awesome.

The Buttery is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

3. The Buttery

8.8
702 Soquel Ave (Branciforte Ave), Santa Cruz, CA
Bakery · Eastside · 47 tips and reviews

Francesca H.Francesca Hernandez: Cute and cozy! Try the Buttery Benny: two poached eggs, toasted ciabatta, and fried red potatoes! The dish was lacking a little flavor though... Had to put some chili sauce on them eggs!

Vihang M.Vihang Mehta: Great sandwiches and amazing bread and baked goods. Didn’t get to try any of the cakes but they looked extremely tempting.

Sarah W.Sarah Williams: Eggs Benedict. All you need to know.

Rio Vista Suites is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

4. Rio Vista Suites

8.8
611 3rd St, Santa Cruz, CA
Hotel · 3 tips and reviews

Elijah C.Elijah Colpitts: Beautiful room. Real nice and cozy. A little pricey, but with it for a weekend getaway.

Jeff N.Jeff Namnum: Really cute BnB type place. Stayed here off season and really enjoyed it, especially the gas fireplace.

Mike B.Mike Barnes: Great location & competitive value in Santa Cruz downtown/boardwalk area for higher caliber boutique design & luxuriance. On a par or better than local high-end Dream Inn, Paradox, Pacific Blue Inn.

Verve Coffee Roasters is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

5. Verve Coffee Roasters

9.1
1540 Pacific Ave (at Front St), Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Santa Cruz · 127 tips and reviews

Natalie W.Natalie Wiesnet: Great spot for some relaxing while having some great coffee. Friendly staff, cozy atmosphere.

cami j.cami j.: bright, sunny, gorgeous shop, knowledgeable, helpful baristas, delicious coffee.

Chris H.Chris Heilmann: WiFi password is streetlevel. don't be a dick though and buy their stuff first. excellent coffee.

Oswald is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

6. Oswald

8.7
121 Soquel Ave (at Front St.), Santa Cruz, CA
American Restaurant · Downtown Santa Cruz · 14 tips and reviews

Mimsie L.Mimsie Lemar: Sit at the bar... Great bar food. You want quiet and intimate get a table... Beautiful Santa Cruz Food!!!

Rick H.Rick Hartley: The burgers with blue cheese and caramelized onions are the best. Great cocktails too.

Tyler F.Tyler Fox: Delicious food and very legit portions! A great night out.

The Crepe Place is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

7. The Crepe Place

8.0
1134 Soquel Ave (between Seabright & Cayuga), Santa Cruz, CA
Creperie · Eastside · 41 tips and reviews

Laura W.Laura West: Sitting in either the backyard to soak up the weather, or sitting in the restaurant at night to view the artwork you can't lose at this cozy joint

kaleb a.kaleb askew: A nice, intimate venue filled with wonderful Crepe aroma.

Lisa B.Lisa Brett: Try the Rolled Crepes With Fresh Fruit - Sitting in the sun, feeling so pampered with this crepe!

Verve Coffee Roasters is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

8. Verve Coffee Roasters

8.9
1010 Fair Ave (at Ingalls St), Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · Westside · 14 tips and reviews

Paul M.Paul Mederos: Gorgeous space with some of the best espresso, pour overs, and cold brews you can imagine.

MegMeg: Nice indoor and outdoor spaces. Tasty cold brew

Wael H.Wael Hazzazi: Avocado toast with poached eggs 👌🏼

The Penny Ice Creamery is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

9. The Penny Ice Creamery

8.8
913 Cedar St (at Locust St.), Santa Cruz, CA
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Santa Cruz · 75 tips and reviews

Randall N.Randall Nacamuli: The ice creams are fabulous, current favorites are the mint w/ cacao nib, the caramel, and the raspberry rose sorbet. The Earl Grey bon bon is superb as well.

mikeymikey: Tuesday and Thursdays between 4 and 6, get a second single scoop for one penny

Ian H.Ian Hsu: Toasted marshmallow fluff topping is epic.

Laili Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

10. Laili Restaurant

8.6
101 Cooper St #B (btw Front and Pacific), Santa Cruz, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · Downtown Santa Cruz · 44 tips and reviews

Jakub N.Jakub Nešetřil: Incredible combination of stunning food and stunning service. Pomegranate chicken flat-bread was awesome.

NmNm: Didn't like the chicken kabob .. Eggplant and parmesan on flatbread is recommended .. Great service .. Little pricey .. Crowded ..

NahidNahid: Get patio seating if available (gorgeous). Great food, prices in the $20-30 range for entrees.

515 Kitchen & Cocktails is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

11. 515 Kitchen & Cocktails

8.2
515 Cedar St, Santa Cruz, CA
Lounge · Downtown Santa Cruz · 56 tips and reviews

Yohay E.Yohay Elam: Great cocktails, food and service. A cozy place

ClionaCliona: We went for dinner here last night. Excellent service lovely people. Have the bruschetta was yum and the 'frida'.

ᴡ K.ᴡ Killam: Pretty decent happy hour, good service

Cafe Delmarette is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

12. Cafe Delmarette

7.8
1126 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Santa Cruz · 19 tips and reviews

Cristina B.Cristina B.: Cozy little place next to Del Mar Theater. Their sandwiches are delicious!

Jon P.Jon Pierce: The yogurt bowl with homemade granola and apple compote is delicious!

MattMatt: Get a chocolate cream scone and some delicious Verve coffee. Or try the Rita sandwich.

Charlie Hong Kong is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

13. Charlie Hong Kong

8.5
1141 Soquel Ave (at Seabright Ave), Santa Cruz, CA
Noodle Restaurant · Eastside · 30 tips and reviews

Barbara M.Barbara Matthews: Chaing Mai noodles with an added side of vegetables is perfect for two! You can also opt for gluten free noodles 💕

Chris R.Chris Record: Great spot for vegan food!

Samantha B.Samantha Braga: The hoisin pork... Oh my. SO GOOD

Humble Sea Brewing Co. is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

14. Humble Sea Brewing Co.

8.7
820 Swift St (McPherson), Santa Cruz, CA
Brewery · Westside · 24 tips and reviews

Vihang M.Vihang Mehta: Fantastic sours, IPAs and a couple of stouts. Great addition to the Santa Cruz beer scene.

mario a.mario anima: Tasty brews, many to choose from. Grab a custom flight to sample more!

Geoff S.Geoff Sakala: Pastry Waave Stout is a solid choice.

West End Tap & Kitchen is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Santa Cruz.

15. West End Tap & Kitchen

8.0
334 Ingalls St Ste D, Santa Cruz, CA
Gastropub · Westside · 32 tips and reviews

Karina N.Karina N: Yuck! Duck meat balls are soaked in a thick sweet sauce; calamari is heavily breaded and greasy; ham and cheese sandwich is also very meh. However the atmosphere is beautiful and cozy

Juvy E.Juvy Elle: Delicious unique food and drink selection for all connoisseurs (beer, wine, & non-alcoholic). Great vibes & awesome ambiance- rustic. Our table had chalkboards above our heads for us to use.

Brian S.Brian Strauss: Excellent calamari with jalapeños. Loved the Peter's Lager on the patio.