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Updated Jul 2025

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Windmill Cafe

Windmill Cafe

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21231 E Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

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Sven Pedersen

Cute cafe with great food that caters to dietary restrictions like gluten free, vegan and vegetarian.

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Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz

Woodstock's Pizza Santa Cruz

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710 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

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April Giesbrecht

Best pizza ever tasted! They were so helpful with my Gluten Allergy and made me the bestest pizza i had ever had! Haven’t got sick from it so far and i have a pretty sensitive gut! Shoutout to them making it a good experience. Only thing is it’s not cheap eating. Thanks a lot though.

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Pana Venezuelan Food

Pana Venezuelan Food

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118 Cooper St Unit B, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

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Travis Mccleery

Amazing food and staff. Great vegetation and vegan options. It’s all glute free and celiac safe.

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Chubbs Chicken Sandwiches

Chubbs Chicken Sandwiches

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766 Chestnut St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

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Robert Wilson

Easily one of the best chicken sandwiches in Santa Cruz, and possibly the best one I've ever had. The dining situation can be a bit funky at times as they share the space with a couple of other businesses, but usually everyone is super nice, and the atmosphere is great. They do offer takeout if you want to take it home, to the beach, or anywhere else! Aside from their original or spicy chicken sandwiches, which are locally known (and for good reason), they offer chicken tenders, sides like mashed potatoes and gravy, french fries, mac and cheese, and more. This restaurant offers gluten-free options and takes the proper precautions in doing so to prevent cross-contamination. However, I would suggest talking to staff about the measures they take, as they will happily explain them, which will help guests feel at ease eating there. They do offer vegetarian options, but they are made in shared fryers if that is an issue (but everything in those fryers IS gluten free). From good food to great staff, this is one of the places that make Santa Cruz Santa Cruz.

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Charlie Hong Kong

Charlie Hong Kong

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1141 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, USA

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Robert Wilson

Every time I have gotten a meal here, I have had a fantastic meal, outstanding customer service and a good experience. All of their produce is organic, and there are plenty of options for everyone, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and meat options. Some of their options include teriyaki chicken, garlic tofu, and teriyaki salmon, which come with jasmine rice (or noodles) pickled vegetables and spring onions, or they have sandwiches, soups, salads and noodle bowls as well. The meals are well priced, and you can choose takeout or to sit down in their covered patio area. The staff are friendly, and there is parking (but, on a busy night, it could fill up). Overall, this is a great, affordable and yummy option in Santa Cruz and I would highly recommend it!

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