Santa Cruz Diner Menu

$Diner, American, Asian

909 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

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Appetizers
- Captain’s Plate
  Deep-fried calamari, prawns, and battered fish. No substitutions on this item.
  $15.95
- Sampler
  Sampler $15.95 Chicken strips, poppers, cheese sticks and onion rings. No substitutions on this item
  $15.95
- Poppers
  Eight fried jalapeño peppers stuffed with cream cheese.
  $12.95
- Cheese Quesadilla
  Add chicken, beef (after 4:00), or shrimp +$3.50/each.
  $12.95
- Mozzarella Sticks (8)
  $12.95
- Cheesy Fries With Bacon
  $12.95
- Vietnamese Spring Roll
  Hand-rolled and stuffed with shrimp, rice noodles, pork, lettuce and mint. Healthy, not fried! Served with peanut sauce. Served 11am till gone.
  $6.95
- Prawns (6) Basket
  Includes French fries and dipping sauce.
  $14.95
- Chicken Strips (3) Basket
  Includes French fries and dipping sauce.
  $14.95
- Calamari Basket
  Includes French fries and dipping sauce.
  $14.95
- Hot Wings Basket
  Includes French fries and dipping sauce.
  $14.95
- Fish And Chips Basket
  Includes French fries and dipping sauce.
  $14.95
Omelettes
- Surf’s Up
  Ham, bacon, sausage, cheddar.
  $19.95
- Denver
  Ham, cheese, bell pepper, onion.
  $19.95
- Monterey
  Mushroom, avocado and Monterey Jack.
  $20.45
- Ranch
  Ham, mushroom, onion and Monterey Jack.
  $19.95
- California
  Bacon, avocado and Monterey Jack.
  $20.95
- Veggie
  Tomato, artichoke, bell pepper, mushroom and Monterey Jack.
  $19.45
- Build-Your-Own With Choice Of Any Three
  Tomato, bacon, olive, mushroom, pineapple, spinach, bell pepper, sausage, ham, onion, cheese or artichoke.
  $19.45
Skillets
- Vegetarian
  Artichoke, avocado and Monterey Jack.
  $19.95
- Mexican
  Bell pepper, onion, ground beef, salsa and Monterey Jack.
  $19.95
Scrambles
- Tofu Scramble
  Lightly seasoned with curry.
  $19.95
- Eggs Scramble
  Three eggs, scrambled.
  $19.95
*Combos
- Two Eggs Any Style
  With hash browns, plus pancakes or toast.
  $16.45
- Two Eggs Any Style Add Ham Or Canadian Bacon
  $18.95
- Two Eggs Any Style Add Link Or Country Sausage
  Substitute chicken-apple sausage, add $2.05
  $18.95
- Two Eggs Any Style Add Bacon
  Four
  $19.49
- Two Eggs Any Style Add Top Sirloin
  $24.95
- Two Eggs Any Style Add New York Steak
  $26.95
- Ultimate Combo
  Three eggs, two bacon slices, link sausage and ham.
  $21.49
*Super Combos
- #1
  Two bacon, three pancakes and sausage.
  $19.95
- #2
  Two bacon, French toast and sausage.
  $19.95
- #3
  Two bacon, half waffle and sausage.
  $19.95
*Waffles
- Strawberries And Cream
  In season.
  $17.95
- Bacon And Cheese
  $17.95
- Buttermilk
  $15.95
- Blueberry Or Chocolate Chip
  $17.45
- Waffle Special
  Two eggs, two bacon and sausage.
  $19.95
Pancakes
- Buttermilk
  Buttermilk Pancakes
  $13.95
- Blueberry Or Chocolate Chip
  Three
  $15.95
- Banana Walnut
  Three
  $16.45
- Strawberry
  Three, in season.
  $16.95
- Pancake Special
  Three pancakes with two eggs, two bacon & link sausage.
  $17.45
- Potato Pancakes (3)
  Made from scratch with egg, potato, onion, plus gravy or applesauce.
  $16.95
- Potato Cakes Special
  Two, includes two eggs, 2 link sausage & 2 bacon plus gravy.
  $19.95
*Benedicts
- Canadian Bacon Benedict
  $19.95
- Avocado Benedict
  Vegetarian
  $19.95
Crepes
- Strawberry
  2 crepes filled with sweetened mascarpone cream & fresh strawberries topped with whip cream.
  $17.95
- Vegetarian
  Egg, cheddar, onion, spinach with side of salsa and hash browns.
  $17.95
- Chicken
  Cheddar, bell pepper, mushrooms, onion, spinach, sour cream plus French fries.
  $20.95
- Dessert
  Chocolate drizzle, banana, walnuts and ice cream, topped with fruit.
  $19.95
Quesadillas
- Breakfast
  Tortilla, scrambled egg, onion, bell pepper, salsa & shredded cheddar & Monterey Jack plus bacon, ham or sausage.
  $16.95
- Vegetarian
  Tortilla, scrambled egg, onion, bell pepper, shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack and salsa.
  $15.95
- Cheese
  Cheddar & Monterey Jack served with salsa & sour cream. Add chicken, beef or shrimp for 3.75
  $12.95
Breakfast Burrito
- Burrito
  Scrambled eggs, hash browns, salsa and cheddar in soft flour tortilla.
  $14.95
*French Toast
- French Kiss
  Two thick slices.
  $15.95
- French Toast Special
  Two thick slices, two eggs, two bacon and sausage | Substitute chicken-apple sausage or veggie patty, add $2.05
  $19.95
*Country Style
- Country Fried Steak
  Served with two eggs, hash browns, biscuit and country gravy.
  $21.95
- House-Made Corned Beef Hash
  Made with onions, parsley, potatoes and seasoning. Served with 2 eggs and potatoes and biscuit and country gravy.
  $20.95
- Country Scramble
  Sausage patty and eggs on a biscuit smothered in country gravy | Substitute two veggie patties, add $3.35
  $19.95
*Breakfast Sandwich
- Ham, Bacon Or Sausage
  With egg and American cheese on bagel, English muffins or pancakes and fruit and hash browns.
  $17.95
Hot Sandwiches
- Steak Sandwich
  Tender New York served on a flaky French roll with lettuce, tomato and onion rings.
  $24.95
- California Chicken
  Flame-broiled chicken breast topped with bacon, avocado and Monterey Jack cheese on a whole wheat bun.
  $19.95
- Salmon
  Grilled filet with lettuce, tomato and tarter sauce, on whole wheat bun.
  $19.95
- French Dip
  Thinly sliced beef on a French roll, au jus.
  $18.95
- Philly Cheesesteak
  Roast beef with Jack cheese, grilled onions, mushrooms, green peppers on a French roll.
  $19.95
- Turkey Bacon Avocado Melt
  Turkey sliced thin with Monterey Jack and tomato.
  $19.95
- Monte Cristo
  French toast filled with turkey, ham, American and Swiss cheese, grilled to a golden brown.
  $18.95
- Sourdough Supreme
  1/2-lb. beef patty, melted Monterey Jack and grilled onions on grilled sourdough bread.
  $19.95
- Patty Melt Supreme
  Flame-broiled beef on rye with Swiss and American cheese, tomato, bacon and grilled onions.
  $19.95
- Tuna Melt
  Tuna salad, cheese and tomato on grilled sourdough.
  $18.95
- Reuben
  Corned beef, sauerkraut and Swiss cheese on rye bread.
  $18.95
- Grilled Cheese
  Swiss, Cheddar, American and Jack cheese with sliced tomato on thick Texas toast.
  $14.95
- Grilled Ham & Cheese
  $16.95
*Flame-Broiled Burgers
- Bacon Double Cheeseburger
  A feast! Two flame-broiled patties, crispy bacon, Swiss and American cheese
  $21.95
- California Burger
  Tasty! Topped with avocado, Monterey Jack and crisp bacon.
  $21.95
- Humdinger
  Cheddar cheese, bacon, BBQ sauce and onion rings.
  $20.95
- Da Bomb
  Topped with bacon, cheese and 1 egg any style.
  $20.95
- Bacon Burger
  Classic! Topped with American cheese and crispy bacon.
  $19.95
- Mushroom Burger
  Covered with sautéed mushrooms and melted Swiss cheese.
  $19.25
- Hamburger Deluxe
  With all the fixings, served on a sesame bun.
  $17.95
- Hawaiian Burger
  Jack cheese, pineapple, teriyaki sauce.
  $19.25
Jumbo Hot Dog
- All Beef With Sauerkraut And Fries
  $12.95
From the Deli
- Classic Club
  Triple-decker piled high with turkey, bacon, crisp lettuce and juicy tomato.
  $18.95
- California Club
  Turkey, Monterey Jack, lettuce, bacon, avocado, tomato.
  $19.95
- Deli Sandwich
  Choice of: roast beef, turkey, ham, tuna on white, whole wheat,rye, or sourdough with lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, mayo | Sesame, whole wheat bun, or French roll, add $1.75
  $18.95
- BLT
  Crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato on toasted white bread with mayonnaise.
  $16.25
Vegetarian
- Crepe
  Egg, Cheddar cheese, onion, spinach and salsa.
  $17.95
- Veggie Burger
  Served on a whole wheat bun with cheese and avocado.
  $17.95
- Omelette
  Tomato, mushroom, artichoke, Monterey Jack, plus pancake or toast and hash browns.
  $19.45
- Avocado Benedict
  6am to 2pm.
  $19.95
- Quesadilla
  Grilled tortilla filled with scrambled egg, onion, bell pepper and topped with melted Cheddar and Monterey Jack.
  $15.95
- Skillet
  Scrambled eggs, artichoke, avocado and Monterey Jack with home fries.
  $19.95
- Burrito
  Scrambled egg, hash browns, Cheddar cheese.
  $14.95
- House-Made Potato Pancakes (3)
  $16.95
- Grilled Cheese
  Swiss, Cheddar, American and Jack cheese with sliced tomato on thick Texas toast.
  $14.95
- Cheese Quesadilla
  Cheddar & Monterey Jack served with salsa & sour cream
  $12.95
Vegan
- Coconut Curry Stew
  Tofu, potato, onions and carrots in a tasty coconut curry broth with bread or rice.
  $17.95
- Tofu Scramble
  Seasoned with curry and choice of three: bell pepper, tomato, artichoke, onion, spinach, mushrooms, or olives with hash browns and toast | Addition of vegetarian sausage, add $3.35
  $19.95
- Tofu Rice Bowl
  With sautéed veggies and teriyaki sauce on a bed of rice.
  $17.95
- Jumbo Veggie Dog
  Served with French fries and sauerkraut.
  $12.95
Fresh Salads
- Caesar Salad
  Crisp romaine with Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing.
  $16.95
- Chicken Caesar
  Crisp romaine with Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing served with sliced grilled chicken.
  $21.95
- Steak Caesar
  Crisp romaine with Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing served with sliced grilled top sirloin.
  $23.95
- Salmon Caesar
  Crisp romaine with Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing served with warm grilled salmon filet.
  $22.95
- Chef’s Salad
  Iceberg lettuce topped with julienne ham, turkey, cheese, olives, sliced egg and tomato.
  $20.95
- Chinese Chicken Salad
  Grilled chicken, lettuce, crispy noodles, green onion, crunchy bean sprouts and zesty Asian dressing.
  $19.95
- Cobb Salad
  Crisp iceberg lettuce topped with turkey, bacon, blue cheese, olives, tomatoes and avocado.
  $18.95
Lunch Entrees
- Fettuccine Alfredo
  $16.95
- Hot Roast Beef Or Turkey
  House-roasted and served on bread, plus mashed potatoes and gravy.
  $18.45
- Clam Chowder Or Soup Of Day In Bread Bowl
  $15.95
Asian
- Chicken Curry Stew
  Tender chicken, potatoes, onions and carrots in a tasty coconut curry broth with bread or rice.
  $19.45
- Vietnamese Pho Noodle Soup
  Chicken or beef in a savory broth with rice noodles, scallions, cilantro, sprouts, onion and basil.
  $18.95
- Spring Roll
  11am till gone: Hand-made and stuffed with shrimp, rice noodles, pork, lettuce and a hint of mint. Healthy, not fried! Served with a side of peanut dipping sauce.
  $6.95
- Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl
  Stir-fried teriyaki chicken with veggies, served on a bed of rice.
  $16.95
- Salmon Teriyaki Rice Bowl
  Stir-fried teriyaki salmon with veggies, served on a bed of rice.
  $18.95
- Teriyaki Chicken Plate
  Served with rice.
  $17.45
*Steaks
- New York Steak
  Eight ounces of tender, juicy steak topped with onion rings.
  $26.95
- Mushroom Steak
  Tender, juicy sirloin smothered with sautéed mushrooms and onions.
  $24.95
- Teriyaki Top Sirloin
  Sirloin marinated in teriyaki sauce | Add prawns $4.00 | Add calamari $4.00
  $23.95
- Country Fried Steak
  Tenderized beef, breaded and seasoned and served with country gravy.
  $19.95
- Salisbury Steak
  Two round beef patties smothered in brown gravy with sautéed onions and mushrooms.
  $21.95
Seafood
- Salmon Castroville
  Grilled with garlic, wine, artichokes and mushrooms.
  $23.95
- Prawns
  Lightly breaded and fried golden brown.
  $19.95
- Fisherman’s Platter
  Deep-fried calamari, whitefish, prawns.
  $19.95
- Fish And Chips
  Battered cod, deep-fried, with French fries.
  $19.95
- Grilled Salmon
  $21.95
House-Made Specialties
- Yankee Pot Roast
  Slow-roasted and topped with brown gravy.
  $19.95
- Jambalaya Santa Cruz
  Fresh fish, mussels and shrimp in a spicy creole sauce. Served on a bed of steamed rice.
  $22.95
- Clam Chowder Or Soup Of Day In A Bread Bowl
  Does not include salad.
  $15.95
Pasta
- Seafood Fettuccine
  Fresh fish, shrimp, mussels, mushrooms and tomatoes in Alfredo sauce, with soup or salad | Substitute chicken $22.99 | shrimp $22.99 | Just Alfredo $18.95
  $23.95
- Lasagna
  Egg noodles layered with spinach, mushrooms, garlic, mozzarella, ricotta, Romano, Parmesan cheeses and marinara sauce.
  $19.95
- Spaghetti
  Plus soup or salad: house-made marinara sauce | Add meatballs $4.00
  $18.95
Chicken
- Chicken Castroville
  With wine, artichokes, mushrooms and garlic.
  $22.95
- Spicy Chicken Santa Cruz
  Boneless skinless chicken breast sautéed with mushrooms, onions, garlic and spicy peppers.
  $22.95
- Chicken Florentine
  Boneless filet served with fresh tomatoes, mushrooms, basil, garlic, parsley and spinach in a creamy Alfredo sauce.
  $23.95
- Chicken Crepe
  Cheddar, bell pepper, onion, mushrooms, spinach and sour cream served with French fries. Does not include soup/ salad/ bread/ mashed potatoes/ veggies.
  $20.95
Asian
- Vietnamese Pho Noodle Soup
  Chicken or beef in a savory broth with rice noodles, scallions, cilantro, sprouts, onion and basil.
  $18.95
- Chicken Curry Stew
  Tender chicken, potatoes, onions and carrots in a tasty coconut curry broth with bread or rice.
  $19.45
- Spring Roll
  11 am–till gone: Hand-made and stuffed with shrimp, rice noodles, pork, lettuce and a hint of mint. Healthy, not fried! Served with a side of peanut dipping sauce.
  $6.95
- Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl
  Stir-fried teriyaki chicken with veggies, served on a bed of rice.
  $16.95
- Salmon Teriyaki Rice Bowl
  Stir-fried teriyaki salmon with veggies, served on a bed of rice.
  $18.95
- Teriyaki Chicken Plate
  Served with white rice.
  $17.45
Vegetarian
- Spaghetti
  Fresh pasta with house- made marinara sauce. Includes soup or salad. Bread upon request.
  $18.95
- Crepe
  Egg, Cheddar cheese, onion, spinach and salsa.
  $17.95
- Veggie Burger
  Served on a whole wheat bun with cheese and avocado.
  $17.95
- Omelette
  Tomato, artichoke, mushrooms and Monterey Jack cheese with pancakes or toast and hash browns.
  $19.45
- Quesadilla
  Grilled tortilla filled with scrambled egg, onion, bell pepper and topped with melted shredded Cheddar and Monterey Jack.
  $16.95
Vegan
- Coconut Curry Stew
  Tofu, potato, onions and carrots in a tasty coconut curry broth with bread or rice.
  $17.40
- Tofu Scramble
  Seasoned with curry and choice of three: bell pepper, tomato, artichoke,onion, spinach, mushrooms, and olives with hash browns and toast | Vegetarian sausage, add $3.35
  $19.95
- Tofu Rice Bowl
  With sautéed veggies and teriyaki sauce on a bed of rice.
  $17.95
- Jumbo Veggie Dog
  Served with French fries and sauerkraut.
  $12.95
Sweets & Treats
- Banana Split
  $13.95
- Thick Hand-Scooped Milkshakes & Malts
  Vanilla, chocolate or strawberry. All shakes served with whipped cream on request.
  $10.95
- Cappuccino Shake
  Double shot of espresso.
  $11.95
- Oreo Flurry Shake
  Oreo cookie pieces.
  $11.95
- Crepe
  Chocolate sauce drizzle, bananas, walnuts and scoop of ice cream.
  $19.95
- Sundae Or Hot Fudge Sundae
  $10.95
- Ice Cream
  Vanilla, Chocolate or Strawberry
  $4.95
- Root Beer Float
  $10.95
- Death By Brownie
  Ice cream, hot fudge, nuts, and whipped cream on a house-made brownie.
  $13.95
- Brownie
  $5.95
- Housemade Tiramisu
  $10.95
- New York Cheesecake
  $8.95
- Dark Chocolate Layer Cake
  $10.95
- Carrot Cake
  $10.95
Fruit and Cream Pies
- Apple
  $8.95
- Berry
  $8.95
- Cherry
  $8.95
- Lemon Meringue
  $8.95
- Chocolate Cream
  $8.95
- Coconut Cream
  $8.95
Breakfast
- Egger
  Two eggs any style, two strips of bacon or sausage. Plus your choice of the following, 1: Two buttermilk pancakes | 2: A slice of French toast | 3: Half waffle | 4: Hash browns and slice of toast | 5: Biscuit and country gravy
  $12.95
- Cakers
  Choice of two strips of bacon or link sausage: Buttermilk, blueberry or banana walnut pancakes.
  $12.95
- Toaster
  Two full slices of thick French toast, plus choose two strips of bacon or link sausage.
  $12.95
- Minnie
  Two scrambled eggs with minced ham served with hash browns and toast.
  $12.95
Lunch
- Chef’s Salad
  $16.75
- Chicken Caesar Salad
  $16.75
- Half Sandwiches
  With fries or slaw. White, wheat, sourdough or rye. Choose from roast beef, turkey, ham, tuna, BLT, or grilled ham and cheese.
  $12.25
- Grilled Cheese Half-Sandwich
  $10.25
Dinner
- Breast Of Chicken
  Grilled boneless breast of chicken, plain or with a choice of teriyaki or BBQ sauce | Served with your choice of mashed or French-fried potatoes, veggies and warm bread, plus your choice of a cup of soup or a tossed green salad, or get both for an additional $3.35
  $16.25
- Spaghetti
  Spaghetti noodles covered with house-made marinara sauce | Add meatballs $3.00 | Includes warm bread and soup or salad, or both for $3.35
  $12.95
Monday
- Salmon Piccata
  Salmon served with a creamy alfredo sauce with capers, garlic, wine, lemon, and parsley with mixed vegetables and rice pilaf.
- Soups
  Chicken Artichoke and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Tuesday
- Shrimp Fettuccini Alfredo
  Tender shrimp on a bed of fettuccini noodles with sun-dried tomato, garlic, spinach, onions, bacon, and basil.
- Soups
  Thai Curry and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Wednesday
- Chicken Scallopini
  Sauted chicken breast with mushrooms, green onions, chile flakes, butter, white wine, and lemon. Served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
- Soups
  Beef Dumpling and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Thursday
- Santa Cruz Paella
  Linguica, shrimp, mussels, chicken, and white fish tossed with bell pepper, tomato, onion, and rice.
- Soups
  Chicken Noodle and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Friday
- Smothered Sirloin
  Chargrilled, topped with mushrooms, onions, and brown gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and vegetables.
- Soups
  Italian Wedding Soup and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Saturday
- Soups
  Beef Vegetable and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95
Sunday
- Soups
  Chicken Tortilla and New England Clam Chowder
  $6.95

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Santa Cruz Diner Menu

Appetizers

Captain’s Plate

Sampler

Poppers

Cheese Quesadilla

Mozzarella Sticks (8)

Cheesy Fries With Bacon

Vietnamese Spring Roll

Prawns (6) Basket

Chicken Strips (3) Basket

Calamari Basket

Hot Wings Basket

Fish And Chips Basket

Omelettes

Surf’s Up

Denver

Monterey

Ranch

California

Veggie

Build-Your-Own With Choice Of Any Three

Skillets

Vegetarian

Mexican

Scrambles

Tofu Scramble

Eggs Scramble

*Combos

Two Eggs Any Style

Two Eggs Any Style Add Ham Or Canadian Bacon

Two Eggs Any Style Add Link Or Country Sausage

Two Eggs Any Style Add Bacon

Two Eggs Any Style Add Top Sirloin

Two Eggs Any Style Add New York Steak

Ultimate Combo

*Super Combos

#1

#2

#3

*Waffles

Strawberries And Cream

Bacon And Cheese

Buttermilk

Blueberry Or Chocolate Chip

Waffle Special

Pancakes

Buttermilk

Blueberry Or Chocolate Chip

Banana Walnut

Strawberry

Pancake Special

Potato Pancakes (3)

Potato Cakes Special

*Benedicts

Canadian Bacon Benedict

Avocado Benedict

Crepes

Strawberry

Vegetarian

Chicken

Dessert

Quesadillas

Breakfast

Vegetarian

Cheese

Breakfast Burrito

Burrito

*French Toast

French Kiss

French Toast Special

*Country Style

Country Fried Steak

House-Made Corned Beef Hash

Country Scramble

*Breakfast Sandwich

Ham, Bacon Or Sausage

Hot Sandwiches

Steak Sandwich

California Chicken