I had the chicken teriyaki sandwich w/sweet potato fries & it was fantastic! The staff was friendly & the place was clean, loved it!!

I would have given this place excellent if the sauce had been made with fresh fruit instead of canned. The fish was prepared perfectly and then the sauce was over sweet because of the canned pineapple and papaya--SO disappointed. I scraped off the sauce. We were seated in the back room and was very grateful. The front room adjoins the... More

We're new to Santa Cruz (new managers at Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages) and need to eat out quite a bit. It was so good the first time we took our son there when he visited. It's within walking distance of Ocean Echo - we recommend it to our guests. Great food.

My husband and I have been coming here for YEARS! It's totally worth it. Ordered pork with cabbage (comes with macaroni salad & rice) and ahi poke. I love the way the cooks prepare the pork...it reminds of Hawaii so much! Great staff, very helpful. I will continue to come to this restaurant as long as I am in Santa... More

We stopped in here while waiting to check into the nearby Sunny Cove Beach Motel for a quick bite to eat. My sister lived in Hawaii for a few years so she was really excited to see Wailua Wheat beer, and after having a pint I was too. Very good flavor, and a pitcher was only $12. They had 3... More

My daughter and I stopped here to check out the local food. My daughter ordered a 2 item meal that included a choice of 3 pieces or fish and 3 shrimp. I ordered a 3 piece meal assuming I would get more food then the 2 piece. When my food arrived, I had 3 shrimp and 2 pieces of fish.... More

This place will make you feel "mo betta". Yummy, reasonably priced food. Support your locals.

I love going to the Aloha Island Grille as it has always been one of my favorite Santa Cruz restaurants for its quality, consistency and atmosphere. The cocktails are among the best in town and will always set the stage for a relaxed, enjoyable dining experience. I would describe the food as Hawaiian fusion, always fresh and full of flavor.... More

Good times hangin with the owner who spoke Canadian really well,eh !